717 1st Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
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OFF MARKET

717 1st Ave
Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Downtown
  • Studio
  • 1,538 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

$180,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,208/mo*
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$180,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,208/mo*
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Studio
1,538 sqft
(on 0.25 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$180K
Since last month
Increased$31K (+21%)
Since last year
Increased$46K (+33.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$158K (+700%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +63% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$180K
July 2026$149K
June 2026$178K
May 2026$170K
April 2026$185K
March 2026$186K
February 2026$150K
January 2026$148K
2025
2024

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
615 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs, IA
0.14
Multi-Family Home
$295,000
05/05/26
6
4
3,196
D 915th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA
0.39
Multi-Family Home
$160,000
08/29/25
-
1,456
902 5th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA
0.24
Multi-Family Home
$120,000
12/12/25
4
3
2,456
105 Bluff St, Council Bluffs, IA
0.37
Multi-Family Home
$291,000
12/12/25
6
4
2,392
220 Harrison St, Council Bluffs, IA
0.68
Multi-Family Home
$140,000
04/03/26
-
2,018
114 S 1st St, Council Bluffs, IA
0.63
Multi-Family Home
$115,000
10/20/25
3
3
2,152
100 S 1st St, Council Bluffs, IA
0.63
Multi-Family Home
$160,000
09/15/25
4
6
2,756

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
741 1st Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
0.02
$285,500
4
2
1,755
Off Market
749 1st Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
0.04
$288,700
4
2
1,755
Off Market
753 1st Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
0.04
$285,500
4
2
1,755
Off Market
761 1st Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
0.04
$288,700
4
2
1,755
Off Market
125 S 8th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
0.04
$227,100
4
2
1,920
Off Market
112 S 7th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
0.04
$203,400
Studio
-
2,208
Off Market
732 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
0.05
$228,400
4
2
1,950
Off Market
136 S 7th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
0.06
$237,000
4
4
5,170
Off Market
295 S 8th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
0.08
$376,500
5
2
3,296
Off Market
805 & 807 1st Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
0.09
$169,000
Studio
-
2,724
Off Market
803 3rd Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
0.13
$380,000
5
3
6,028
Recently Sold

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1900
Lot Size
0.25 acres
Living Area
1,538 sqft
Price/Sqft
$117

About this House

Watch your money grow! Great investment opportunity in this 7 unit building. Needs some TLC, sold as-is.
717 1st Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501 is a studio, 1,538 sqft multi-family in Downtown, built in 1900. It last sold for $22,500 on Feb 14, 2014 (30% below the $32,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $180,000, with a rent estimate of $1,140/month.
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Peg Maloney, (402) 594-2000
RE/MAX Real Estate Group - La Vista
Bought with: Roger L Hale, (402) 341-5000, Guardian Real Estate
Source: SWIAR, MLS#12-2629

Home Details for 717 1st Ave

Interior Features

Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1538 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Refrigerator, StoveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Concrete

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi Family
Property Information
Parcel Number: 7544 36 129 009

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $32,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Jan 28 2014Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: COUNCIL BLUFFS
School Information
Elementary School: BloomerJr High / Middle School: Woodrow WilsonHigh School: Thomas Jefferson

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1538 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10752 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Contract, Conventional

Business

Expense
Tenant Pays: Electricity

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Owner Pays: Gas

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 12-2629

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 14, 2014
Source: SWIAR #12-2629
Sold
$22,500

Market trends in Council Bluffs

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$228K
$15KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$161
$6MoM
Available listings
212
31MoM

Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

Downtown
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Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

What Locals Say about Downtown

At least 35 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 84 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 80 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 80 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 64 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 58 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 50 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

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

  • 40 % Say there's wildlife

  • 39 % Say there are community events

  • 39 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 30 % Say it's quiet

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Paige C.
    "Everyone who's in this this area everyday is friendly, asking about family, events and share things we have in common . We look out for each other. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 4 years. Wide side streets for parking and see kids outside all the time playing. Dog walking is everywhere as well. Hear some railroad activity, but surprisingly quiet for in the city."
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Frequently asked questions about 717 1st Ave

  • What is 717 1st Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 717 1st Ave in Council Bluffs, IA is $180,000.
  • What is the price history for 717 1st Ave?
    717 1st Ave in Council Bluffs, IA last sold for $22,500 in February 2014.
  • Is Council Bluffs a buyer's or seller's market?
    Council Bluffs is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Council Bluffs?
    The median sale price in Council Bluffs is $228K. That is up $15K from the prior month.

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