For Sale96d on marketHistoric · 146 yrs
508 2nd Ave SW
Independence, IA, 50644 • 50644 • Buchanan County
$320,000
$150/sqft
-$5,000 since Apr 3, 2026
Down payment assistance available
4Beds
2Baths
2,131Sqft
0.35 acLot
1880Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1880 · 146 years of history
Outdoor Living
Deck-Multi-Level
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Listed 96 days ago · 1,010 views · 30 saves
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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96 days on market
Established listing
$150/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
ModerateThis home ranks in the top 42% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1880 · Historic
This riverfront home features four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and numerous updates. They gutted the house down to the 2x4. They rebuilt the flooring, fixtures, kitchen, and toilets; installed a new fridge, stove, dishwasher, and microwave; updated the wiring, furnace, and air conditioner (only 8 years old); and added new windows, a water heater, and a water softener, among other improvements. Now let's talk garage!! This home has plenty of heated and cooled garage space, making it a mancave dream! This property is situated on a large lot overlooking the Wapsipinicon River. You can imagine relaxing in the back living room or enjoying the view from the back deck, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere. Don't delay - check out this beauty today!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights warm inviting atmosphere, new windows, and two bathrooms as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,988/month
Principal & Interest$1,562
Property Tax$320
Insurance$107
Down payment20% ($64,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.16% rate · 30yr fixed · $256,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1880
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air
Parking3 Covered Parking spaces
Lot0.35 Acres
Days on Zillow96 Days
Price/sqft$150
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1880
Systems
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air
RoofShingle
ConstructionWood Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
Parking3 or More Stalls, Heated Garage, Oversized
BasementConcrete
Lot0.35 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood50644
ZoningS-F
Annual tax$4,380
Parcel1004426003
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
8 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Appliances Negotiable
Dishwasher
Water Softener Owned
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s)
Central Air
Fireplace
One
Exterior Features
Exterior
Fishing
Parking
3 or More Stalls
Heated Garage
Oversized
Construction
Wood Siding
Patio & Porch
Deck-Multi-Level
Room details
3 rooms detailed
Other
UpperOther
MainOther
LowerListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market96
Est. value$310,400
Est. rent$1,429/mo
Tax rate1.33%
Price/sqft$150
On marketJan 8, 2026
PostedJan 8, 2026
Last sold$283,250
MLS updatedApr 8, 2026
Tour days9
Views1,010
Favorites30
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3 schools rated nearby
Location
Independence, IA, 50644
Price history
12 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 3, 2026Price Change$320,000$150Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 8, 2026Listed For Sale$325,000$153Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 21, 2025Listing Removed$334,900$157BHHS broker feed
Sep 18, 2025Price Change$334,900$157Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 26, 2025Price Change$339,900$160Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 1, 2025Listed For Sale$345,000$162Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 20, 2022Sold$283,250$133Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID
May 12, 2022Listed For Sale$275,000$129Owner
Mar 24, 2021Listing Removed——Owner
Jun 8, 2016Listing Removed$193,000$91Owner
Sep 12, 2015Listed For Sale$193,000$91Owner
May 31, 2006Sold$160,000$75Public Record
Price Change$320,000
Apr 3, 2026•$150/sqft•Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$325,000
Jan 8, 2026•$153/sqft•Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$334,900
Oct 21, 2025•$157/sqft•BHHS broker feed
Price Change$334,900
Sep 18, 2025•$157/sqft•Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$339,900
Aug 26, 2025•$160/sqft•Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$345,000
Aug 1, 2025•$162/sqft•Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$283,250
Jun 20, 2022•$133/sqft•Northeast Iowa Regional BOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$275,000
May 12, 2022•$129/sqft•Owner
Listing Removed—
Mar 24, 2021•Owner
Listing Removed$193,000
Jun 8, 2016•$91/sqft•Owner
Listed For Sale$193,000
Sep 12, 2015•$91/sqft•Owner
Sold$160,000
May 31, 2006•$75/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
17 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 15, 2024$4,380$244,380
Apr 15, 2023$3,966$244,380
Apr 15, 2022$3,844$191,600
Apr 15, 2021$3,898$191,600
Apr 15, 2020$3,864$180,050
Apr 15, 2019$3,822$180,050
Apr 15, 2018$3,660$174,530
Apr 15, 2017$3,660$174,530
Apr 15, 2016$3,492$167,140
Apr 15, 2015$3,492$167,140
Apr 15, 2014$3,562$167,140
Apr 15, 2013—$167,140
Apr 15, 2012—$167,140
Apr 15, 2011—$167,140
Apr 15, 2010—$163,765
Apr 15, 2007$2,446—
Apr 15, 2005$2,298—
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Local context around this listing
Independence, IA • Buchanan County
Nearby cities
AuroraBrandonFairbankHazletonIndependenceJesupLamontMasonville
Nearby zip codes
50644
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