918 E  8th St, Spencer, IA 51301
OFF MARKET

$147,600

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 960 sqft

918 E 8th St, Spencer, IA 51301

Est. Refi. Payment $988/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 29, 2025 for $144,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$148K
Since last month
Decreased$800 (-0.5%)
Since last year
Increased$15K (+11.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$3K (+2.2%)
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 +191% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$148K
July 2026$149K
June 2026$147K
May 2026$147K
April 2026$146K
March 2026$146K
February 2026$144K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
0.23
Single-Family Home
$122,500
11/24/25
2
1
796
0.26
Single-Family Home
$116,000
08/03/26
2
1
1,008
0.37
Single-Family Home
$145,000
07/24/26
2
1
832
0.14
Single-Family Home
$99,500
11/12/25
3
1
698
0.18
Single-Family Home
$150,500
07/31/26
3
1
768
0.14
Single-Family Home
$75,000
08/28/26
2
1
704
0.09
Single-Family Home
$165,000
12/19/25
3
1
1,588
0.45
Single-Family Home
$180,000
11/21/25
2
1
952
0.52
Single-Family Home
$151,000
07/15/26
2
1
958
0.21
Single-Family Home
$190,000
04/17/26
3
1
1,728

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
0.08
$131,800
3
1
1,290
Off Market
0.09
$165,000
3
1
1,588
Recently Sold
0.07
$218,700
5
2
2,760
Off Market
0.08
$250,000
4
2
1,988
For Sale
0.11
$189,400
3
1
1,535
Off Market
0.11
$271,400
3
2.5
2,544
Off Market
0.14
$99,500
3
1
698
Recently Sold
0.14
$75,000
2
1
704
Recently Sold
0.13
$242,900
3
2
1,840
Off Market
0.15
$130,600
3
1
968
Off Market
0.16
-
3
3
1,488
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1945
960 sqft
$154/sqft
Garage

About this House

For statistical purposes only. Seller is related to the listing agent.This beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 1-bath home with a single-car garage and convenient alley access is ready for its next owner. The home underwent a complete renovation down to the studs in 2016, featuring updated electrical with a new breaker panel, R-15 wall insulation, attic insulation, new sheetrock, millwork, cabinetry, flooring, plumbing fixtures, and an Onyx tub surround, along with a new water heater. Prior to that, the previous owners had already updated the exterior with new siding, windows, soffit, and fascia. Since the major remodel, additional improvements include a concrete driveway, new shingles in 2019, spray foam insulation in the crawlspace in 2020, a finished basement, and a new AC unit installed in 2022. This home combines quality updates with thoughtful maintenance for truly turnkey living.
918 E 8th St, Spencer, IA 51301 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 960 sqft single-family home built in 1945. It last sold for $144,500 on Aug 29, 2025 (4% below the $150,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $147,600, with a rent estimate of $1,171/month.
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listed by Doug Small, (712) 260-4776
Hinn Real Estate
Bought with: Doug Small, (712) 260-4776, Hinn Real Estate
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR, MLS#251121

Home Details for 918 E 8th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl Space,FullNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 1, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Utility Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 960 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Natural Gas ConnectedAppliances: Electric Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: One

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 760 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 200 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1945
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Stick BuiltNot Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 963607437005

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $150,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Aug 29 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: SpencerCommunity: IA
School Information
Elementary School District: SpencerJr High / Middle School District: SpencerHigh School District: Spencer

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 760 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6969.6 sqft

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 251121Attribution Contact: PRIM: 712-260-4776Above Grade Unfinished Area: 760

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 29, 2025
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251121
Sold
$144,500
Jul 19, 2021
Source: Exit Realty
ListingRemoved
Jun 15, 2021
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #210551
PriceChange
$120,000
Price decreased by 4%
Jun 8, 2021
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #210551
PriceChange
$125,000
Price decreased by 4%
May 25, 2021
Source: N/A
Listed For Sale
$130,000

Market trends in Spencer

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
Sale-to-List Price
Price per sq ft
Available listings
79
1
MoM

What Locals Say about Spencer

At least 31 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 88 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say it's quiet

  • 78 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 74 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 74 % Say parking is easy

  • 69 % Say kids play outside

  • 68 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 65 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 62 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 48 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 31 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Kx4css4r2x
    "I lived in this neighborhood for 4 years and couldn’t be happier about the environment, plenty of parks to walk to in the mornings with the YMCA in walking distance. Would recommend to anyone looking for a well put together community that’s quiet. I even still own my home in the area because it’s just that great. "
  • April J.
    "Flagfest, Slugfest and Greatest Clay County Fair it is a wonderful place to live... town is beautiful 😍 "
  • April J.
    "great neighborhood... two annoying dogs bark all the time to the east of me. 2 doors down to my west our neighbors lose their dog all the time and constantly telling their child to get out of the road. 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️ other than that its GREAT! 😉"

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Frequently asked questions about 918 E 8th St

  • What is 918 E 8th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 918 E 8th St in Spencer, IA is $147,600.
  • What is the price history for 918 E 8th St?
    918 E 8th St in Spencer, IA last sold for $144,500 in August 2025.
  • Is Spencer a buyer's or seller's market?
    Spencer is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Spencer?
    Residents describe Spencer, IA as well-kept, quiet, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Spencer, IA.
  • Does 918 E 8th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 918 E 8th St in Spencer, IA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 918 E 8th St?
    The lot at 918 E 8th St in Spencer, IA is about 0.16 acres (6,970 sq ft).

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