First time buyers and investment opportunity for small-town, acreage living at 400 8th Ave! This property offers endless potential with just over 2 acres and a large outbuilding that could serve as a workshop, garage, or extra living quarters. Enjoy the peaceful town of Defiance where pride shows in every corner—from the sidewalks that feature craft fairs to the nearby city park just a short stroll away. This cozy home features convenient main-floor living with 2 bedrooms, a bathroom, and a dedicated laundry room. The owner started the project to turn the formerly third bedroom into a laundry area that attaches to the bathroom. Hook ups are there with room for new owners to make it into their own vision. Don't miss out on this great opportunity!
Sold
$132,000
400 8th Ave, Defiance, IA 51527
2beds
1,224sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1894
2.07 Acres Lot
$132,400 Zestimate®
$108/sqft
$1,043 Estimated rent
Home value
$132,400
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,043/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 06, 2025 at 01:59pm
Listed by:
Erin Goddard 763-242-4584,
Ouren Real Estate
Bought with:
Outside Agent-WCIR Outside Agent-WCIR, ***
Outside Office
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6327892
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Features
- Basement: Partial
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: 0
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,224 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Lot
- Size: 2.07 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 832206006000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1894
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Defiance
- Subdivision: HAINS 2ND ADDN
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Association name: WCIR
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/3/2025 | Sold | $132,000$108/sqft |
Source:  NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6327892 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2025 | Pending sale | $132,000$108/sqft |
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6327892 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2025 | Price change | $132,000-2.2%$108/sqft |
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6327892 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2025 | Price change | $135,000-6.9%$110/sqft |
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6327892 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $145,000+45.1%$118/sqft |
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6327892 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,428 +10.9% | $102,121 |
| 2023 | $1,288 +9% | $102,121 +22.9% |
| 2022 | $1,182 -8.1% | $83,085 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 51527
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAHarlan Community Primary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 12.1 mi
- 8/10Harlan Community Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 11.9 mi
- 5/10Harlan Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 11.9 mi
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- Iowa
- Shelby County
- Defiance
- 51527
- 400 8th Ave