540 Samuel St, Dubuque, IA 52003
OFF MARKET

540 Samuel St
Dubuque, IA 52003

  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,972 sqft (on 0.32 acres)
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,972 sqft
(on 0.32 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Well-maintained, upgraded duplex/investment property in a park-like, safe, single-family, residential neighborhood. This property has an outstanding rental history with long-term tenants under current lease agreements. Excellent return on investment! This property also comes with an additional vacant lot. The lot is a rare find, since it's in the heart of Dubuque, but has privacy and excellent open views. Both the duplex and lot are very close to HyVee grocery shopping and several excellent schools.
540 Samuel St, Dubuque, IA 52003 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,972 sqft multi-family built in 1974. It last sold for $251,000 on Oct 29, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,195/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 540 Samuel St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: BaseboardHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1974
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi FamilyArchitecture: A-frame

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: OtherLawnPatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.32 acres

Price History for 540 Samuel St

DatePriceEventSource
10/29/2021$251,000Sold
East Central Iowa AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #143646
08/25/2021$249,000PriceChange
N/A
08/13/2021$254,000Listed For SaleN/A

Market trends in Dubuque

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$247K
$11.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.7%
0.7%MoM
Price per sq ft
$145
$9MoM
Available listings
195
5MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$4,076
Assessment$306,700
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 540 Samuel St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
189 Saint Marys St, Dubuque, IA
0.78
Multi-Family Home
$229,900
05/15/26
3
2
1,620
1280 Cleveland Ave #1290, Dubuque, IA
0.43
Multi-Family Home
$195,000
03/11/26
4
2
1,232
910 W 5th St, Dubuque, IA
0.93
Multi-Family Home
$195,000
08/20/25
3
2
1,750
77 Alpine St, Dubuque, IA
0.83
Multi-Family Home
$118,350
05/22/26
4
2
3,480
445 Nevada St, Dubuque, IA
1.05
Multi-Family Home
$112,500
05/25/26
3
2
1,824
850 Alpine St, Dubuque, IA
1.16
Multi-Family Home
$272,500
03/31/26
6
2
2,840
1251 Walnut St, Dubuque, IA
1.35
Multi-Family Home
$230,000
06/01/26
6
2
2,084
580 Wilson Ave, Dubuque, IA
0.94
Multi-Family Home
$258,000
01/02/26
4
4
2,600
1903-1905 Grace St, Dubuque, IA
1.41
Multi-Family Home
$210,000
06/01/26
6
2
2,166
721 Rose St, Dubuque, IA
1.32
Multi-Family Home
$250,000
11/10/25
4
5
2,780

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Dubuque

At least 276 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 72 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 66 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 65 % Say kids play outside

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say there's wildlife

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 43 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 37 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 25 % Say there are community events

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  • Trulia User
    "This is a historic are of the city so think narrow streets and smaller homes. So close neighbors and not much for yard size."
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    "Most dogs here are well behaved. It is a great neighborhood for walking dogs. People usually clean up after their dogs. "
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    "It’s near the historic Fenlon Elevator. Overall an historic area in Dubuque but most homes are very close together. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Several dogs will be unleashed, friendly but running around. Had a good dog but didn’t like being approached by other loose dogs"
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  • Kelly H.
    "commute can have heavy traffic at or around 4:30-5:30 pm daily there are several bus stops in the neighborhood"
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  • Andrew P.
    "Good family community with mostly good neighborhoods. Crime is a problem everywhere however i have always felt safe in all areas of Dubuque."
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  • Lindsey W.
    "The neighborhood is friendly and walkable for pets but the hearts are small and this is something that I find a big problem, it’s why I haven’t gotten a dog. I need to wait until I move somewhere with a larger yard."
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  • Stayci P.
    "Peaceful, Quiet and No Drama! Everybody minds their own business. ......................................."
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  • Lindsey W.
    "Nice neighborhood, very walkable, quiet. However, small yards and as a young couple it’s almost too quiet."
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  • John
    "Everyone in my neighborhood is awesome! We go for walks all the time and people will stop and chat with you if they're out and about in their yard, it's been easy to get to know a lot of our neighbors. A really great community to be a part of."
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  • Kelly H.
    "public transportation is easily accessible parks within walking distance safe neighborhood relatively crime free"
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  • Trulia User
    "off street parking is ridiculous. some folks don't share space at all when they pull up with their car. Overall, nothing else."
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  • Lindsey W.
    "Yard size isn’t that great, especially if you have a larger dog like we do, but it’s a good neighborhood for taking a walk."
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  • JR S.
    "conservative conventions that make America Great Again. Cheering for the Dubuque Fighting Saints, the best hockey team ever!"
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  • JR S.
    "Christmas is the big event Dubuque puts on. It is a welcome change to most places that down play this time of year. The whole community takes part in this season. It is a welcome sign that this area will tolerate all people and religions."
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  • Ksmc38
    "Can get anywhere in Dubuque within 20 minutes . Within the city yet feels like rural living. ........"
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  • Raber.ed
    "Lots of good streets nearby for dog walking, including Grandview. The nearby Mines of Spain is a great park for hiking with dogs."
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  • Decker.sue59
    "neighbors are always ready to help. quietneighborhood. houses are kept up and not let go looking shabby. plow streets right away we hen it snows."
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  • Ryan G.
    "I have live in this area for the last decade, it’s a safe, nice neighbors and everyone keeps their houses well maintained. Everyone is kind, have great manners and are the kind of people that wave when you drive by."
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  • Vic L.
    "quiet, no crimes or activities known since the last 4 yrs I've lived here. Overall very much welcoming area."
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  • Jasmine N.
    "Great neighborhood quiet friendly neighbors safe w a good school in district ! Would recommend to families or single mothers w our w doubt "
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  • Brittney H.
    "We have summer jams, jazz in the park, farmers market. Food pantry's And believe it or not there are some friendly and helpful and kind and caring neighbors "
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  • Anonymous
    "There are families with children in the area. Sometimes there is mischief/ criminal activity that happens in this neighborhood. The city does not plow the alleyway in the winter!"
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  • Sara N.
    "Not much traffic, good sidewalks, safe, neighbors are good pet owners and respectful. Dogs are generally well behaved and not barky. "
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  • Robert F
    "Best overall city in Iowa. Safe. Clean. Fun. Exciting. Good transportation. Good schools. Good entertainment. Good restaurants. Good housing. Good city leadership. "
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  • Kathy O
    "Mostly everyone drives their own car to work. If you live in Dubuque, it shouldn't take you longer than 15 minutes to get anywhere. "
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  • Amanda D.
    "My area is down town where a lot of shops are but far enough away to feel private a little from the chaos!!"
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  • E.servicestn
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for 12 years. It is a nice area only ten Minutes from the west end and only five minutes from the center of downtown Dubuque."
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  • Mirajac17
    "There’s plenty of affordable places to live , people can be nice and welcoming but it depends on where you live "
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  • AP
    "there aren't any neighborhood events..I've lived here over 10 years.. never been a single event in that whole time."
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  • Lisa C.
    "My parents live 2 house away the a Park right across the street. Also a gas station right around the corner"
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  • Lrjohnson1115
    "It’s safe and everyone is friendly and we all look out for each other... It also helps that a police officer lives right across the street"
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  • Mirajac17
    "I can get to where I need to go easily , lots of choices to eat out at , lots of neighbors and kids "
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