Charming and move-in ready 2-bedroom, 1-bath home perched on a hill in a well-established community. This beautifully maintained property offers comfortable living with a thoughtful layout and inviting natural light throughout. Conveniently located just minutes from the local school, shopping, dining, and everyday essentials. Enjoy access to a highly regarded school system and a fantastic community pool—perfect for summer days. A quiet setting, strong community feel, and true turnkey condition make this home an excellent opportunity for homeowners or investors alike.
For sale
Price cut: $1.1K (3/3)
$128,900
161 S Walnut St, Avoca, IA 51521
2beds
1baths
1,095sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
6,098.4 Square Feet Lot
$122,000 Zestimate®
$118/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Perched on a hillInviting natural light throughout
- 17 days |
- 270 |
- 5 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 03, 2026 at 06:12am
Listed by:
Shane Baker 712-310-7475,
Evolve Realty
Source: SWIAR,MLS#: 26-233
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Electric
Appliances
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Basement: Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,095
- Total interior livable area: 1,095 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,095
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Lot
- Size: 6,098.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: .14
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 7739 16 128 005
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Concrete
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, Regional Water
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
- Security: Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Avoca
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $118/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $98,700
- Annual tax amount: $1,506
- Date on market: 2/11/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$122,000
$116,000 - $128,000
$1,246/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/3/2026 | Price change | $128,900-0.8%$118/sqft |
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| 2/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $130,000-7.1%$119/sqft |
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| 1/30/2026 | Listing removed | $1,400$1/sqft |
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| 1/1/2026 | Listing removed | $140,000+8.5%$128/sqft |
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| 11/19/2025 | Price change | $129,000-7.9%$118/sqft |
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| 11/8/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,400+8.1%$1/sqft |
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| 10/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $140,000-6.6%$128/sqft |
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| 10/10/2025 | Listing removed | $149,900$137/sqft |
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| 10/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $149,900+53%$137/sqft |
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| 10/4/2025 | Listing removed | $1,295$1/sqft |
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| 9/15/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,295$1/sqft |
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| 2/4/2025 | Listing removed | $1,295$1/sqft |
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| 1/23/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,295$1/sqft |
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| 12/22/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/11/2023 | Price change | $1,295-7.5%$1/sqft |
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| 11/28/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,400$1/sqft |
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| 11/27/2023 | Sold | $98,000-18.3%$89/sqft |
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| 11/29/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/14/2022 | Price change | $119,900-4.1%$109/sqft |
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| 10/28/2022 | Listed for sale | $125,000+71.2%$114/sqft |
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| 1/12/2021 | Sold | $73,000-2.5%$67/sqft |
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| 11/12/2020 | Pending sale | $74,900$68/sqft |
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| 10/19/2020 | Price change | $74,900-6.3%$68/sqft |
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| 9/15/2020 | Price change | $79,900-5.9%$73/sqft |
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| 8/18/2020 | Price change | $84,900-5.6%$78/sqft |
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| 7/31/2020 | Listed for sale | $89,900$82/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,506 +1.5% | $98,700 +9.1% |
| 2024 | $1,484 +2.8% | $90,500 |
| 2023 | $1,444 +3% | $90,500 +25% |
| 2022 | $1,402 +9.9% | $72,400 |
| 2021 | $1,276 +1.3% | $72,400 +14.9% |
| 2020 | $1,260 -0.2% | $63,000 |
| 2019 | $1,262 +3.1% | $63,000 |
| 2018 | $1,224 -5% | $63,000 |
| 2017 | $1,288 +0.9% | $63,000 |
| 2015 | $1,276 | $63,000 |
| 2014 | -- | -- |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | $23,000 -47.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $43,708 -5% |
| 2010 | -- | $46,008 |
| 2009 | -- | $46,008 |
| 2007 | $684 +0.3% | $46,008 +8% |
| 2006 | $682 | $42,600 +12% |
| 2002 | -- | $38,036 |
| 2001 | -- | -- |
| 2000 | $466 | $18,464 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$812/mo
Principal & interest
$665
Property taxes
$147
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 51521
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10AHSTW Primary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10AHSTW Intermediate SchoolGrades: 4-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10A-H-S-T High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: A-H-S-T-W
- Middle: A-H-S-T-W
- High: A-H-S-T-W
Source: SWIAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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