For Sale158d on marketHistoric · 103 yrs
1017 Forest Ave
Waterloo, IA, 50702 • 50702 • Black Hawk County
$115,000
$132/sqft
-$4,000 since Jan 22, 2026
Down payment assistance available
2Beds
1Baths
868Sqft
0.1 acLot
1923Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1923 · 103 years of history
Outdoor Living
Enclosed · Screened
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People checking out this listing
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158 days on market
Established listing
$132/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1923 · Historic
Step inside this charming, single story, 2-bed,1-bath home and feel the warmth of its classic details. Start your day off in the front sunroom, perfect for morning coffee, plants, or a quiet reading nook. Inside, the living room welcomes you with natural light, original wood trim, and timeless character that carries throughout the home. The kitchen offers plenty of cabinet space, a double sink, and great task lighting, with an adjoining dining area for easy everyday meals. Bedrooms are comfortable and inviting, and one features floor-to-ceiling built-ins and rich knotty-pine accents that add personality and incredible storage. Out back, enjoy a screened porch with a porch swing—ready for summer evenings and fall breezes. The yard is easy to maintain, and the back alley garage provides ample off-street Parking. Mature trees, classic accents, and a quiet neighborhood setting make this a place you’ll look forward to coming home to. This affordable, well-kept, and move-in ready home provides plenty of opportunity for investors, first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone who loves vintage charm with practical spaces.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights back alley garage, adjoining dining area, and original wood trim as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$750/month
Principal & Interest$597
Property Tax$115
Insurance$38
Down payment20% ($23,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $92,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1923
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Covered Parking spaces
Lot4,356 sqft
Days on Zillow158 Days
Price/sqft$132
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1923
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
RoofShingle
ConstructionVinyl Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
Parking2 Stall, Detached Garage
BasementBlock,Unfinished
Lot4,356 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood50702
ZoningR-2
Annual tax$1,899
Parcel891335206010
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
8 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Heating
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Lower Level
Fireplace
None
Exterior Features
Parking
2 Stall
Detached Garage
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Patio & Porch
Enclosed
Screened
Room details
3 rooms detailed
Other
UpperOther
MainOther
LowerListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market158
Est. rent$1,101/mo
Tax rate1.39%
Price/sqft$132
On marketNov 7, 2025
PostedNov 7, 2025
MLS updatedMar 12, 2026
Tour days9
Views372
Favorites15
How are the schools in Waterloo?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Waterloo, IA, 50702
Price history
2 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jan 22, 2026Price Change$115,000$132Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 7, 2025Listed For Sale$119,000$137Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$115,000
Jan 22, 2026•$132/sqft•Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$119,000
Nov 7, 2025•$137/sqft•Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
23 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 15, 2025$1,900$94,150
Apr 15, 2024$1,750$87,570
Apr 15, 2023$1,507$87,570
Apr 15, 2022$1,467$68,600
Apr 15, 2021$1,545$68,600
Apr 15, 2020$1,520$68,200
Apr 15, 2019$1,533$68,200
Apr 15, 2018$1,521$68,200
Apr 15, 2017$1,520$68,200
Apr 15, 2016$1,458$68,200
Apr 15, 2015$1,458$64,300
Apr 15, 2014$1,378$61,170
Apr 15, 2012$1,423$67,430
Apr 15, 2011$1,317$67,430
Apr 15, 2010$1,275$63,570
Apr 15, 2009$1,241$63,570
Apr 15, 2008$1,214$63,570
Apr 15, 2007$1,194$59,410
Apr 15, 2006$1,200$59,410
Apr 15, 2005$950$59,410
Apr 15, 2003$897$40,010
Apr 15, 2002$859$40,010
Apr 15, 2001$776$33,020
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Waterloo, IA • Black Hawk County
Nearby neighborhoods
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Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
507015070250703507045070750799
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