653 Bluff St, Dubuque, IA 52001
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FOR SALE
FOR SALE BY OWNER

$249,000

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,000 sqft

653 Bluff St, Dubuque, IA 52001

Bluff Street
Est. Mortgage $1,608/mo*
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Home Highlights

Multi-Family
Built in 1860
$125/sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Nicely restored historic building with 2 apartments. Excellent downtown location across the street from Washington Square Park, the new Art Museum, the Post Office, several blocks from the new Medical Center, the Five Flags Theatre and easy access to all the Universities. One apartment on the main floor and one on the second floor each with 2 bedrooms and one full bath. The 2nd floor apartment has a large attic on the 3rd floor that could be finished as a 3rd bedroom. Both apartments are fully furnished and presently used for short and long term rental thru Air BnB. Mixed use Zoning provides many possibilities. Continue using as Air BnB or live in one and rent the other or live upstairs and use the main floor as an office or use the whole house as a single family dwelling. The back yard is very private and fully fenced. The City allows one street parking permit for each apartment. Owner is a licensed Real Estate Broker in Illinois and will cooperate with Iowa Brokers.

Home Details for 653 Bluff St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 8
Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher

Days on Market

Days on Market: 45 days on Trulia

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1860
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Conventional

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Brick

Price & Status

Price
Price Per Sqft: $125

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3200 sqft

Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Bluff Street

  • 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."
  • Vic L.
    "quiet, no crimes or activities known since the last 4 yrs I've lived here. Overall very much welcoming area."

Market trends in Dubuque

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$252K
$5.33K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
0.5%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$148
$3
MoM
Available listings
185
10
MoM

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.29
Multi-Family Home
$229,900
05/15/26
3
2
1,620
0.44
Multi-Family Home
$191,000
03/26/26
6
2
2,921
0.66
Multi-Family Home
$105,500
06/05/26
4
2
2,030
0.66
Multi-Family Home
$105,500
06/05/26
4
2
2,030
0.46
Multi-Family Home
$230,000
06/01/26
6
2
2,084
0.52
Multi-Family Home
$205,000
04/24/26
6
2
2,636
0.53
Multi-Family Home
$272,500
03/31/26
6
2
2,840
0.63
Multi-Family Home
$112,500
05/25/26
3
2
1,824
0.45
Multi-Family Home
$250,000
11/10/25
4
5
2,780
0.42
Multi-Family Home
$100,000
08/14/26
3
5
3,063

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.10
$330,000
5
2
2,830
For Sale
0.12
$433,000
5
2
3,146
Off Market
0.14
$52,000
2
2
1,216
For Sale
0.16
$459,700
8
4
2,152
Off Market
0.16
$191,400
3
1.5
1,221
Off Market
0.16
$548,900
4
3.5
3,779
Off Market
0.19
$740,000
4
4.5
3,666
For Sale
0.18
$123,400
3
2
1,160
Off Market
0.19
$148,300
3
1.5
1,268
Off Market
0.19
$210,000
2
2
1,748
Recently Sold
0.21
$206,700
3
2
1,540
Off Market
0.21
$109,000
2
2
1,150
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 26, 2026
Source: N/A
Listed For Sale
$249,000
Mar 24, 2021
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
Dec 28, 2019
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
$795
Nov 27, 2019
Source: N/A
Listed For Rent
$795
Jul 15, 2018
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
$795

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Frequently asked questions about 653 Bluff St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 653 Bluff St?
    Based on a $249,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 653 Bluff St in Dubuque, IA is approximately $1,645 (about $1,333 principal & interest, $237 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 653 Bluff St compare to homes in Dubuque?
    653 Bluff St in Dubuque, IA is listed at $249,000, about 1% below the $252K median sale price in Dubuque.
  • What are the closest schools to 653 Bluff St?
    The closest schools to 653 Bluff St in Dubuque, IA are Dubuque Senior High School (rated 3/10), George Washington Middle School (rated 4/10), Lincoln Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 3/10).
  • Does 653 Bluff St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 653 Bluff St in Dubuque, IA has in-unit laundry.
653 Bluff St, Dubuque, IA 52001 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,000 sqft multi-family built in 1860. 653 Bluff St is located in Bluff Street, Dubuque. This property is currently available for sale and was listed on Jul 26, 2026.