Full of charm and character, this delightful 1938 cottage sits on a peaceful corner lot in a quiet neighborhood, fully enclosed by a classic picket fence. Two spacious living rooms anchor the home — a formal front living room with a cozy fireplace, and a rear family/dining room featuring a built-in window seat with storage. Hardwood floors and windows throughout flood the home with natural light, while new leveler wood blinds add a modern touch. The kitchen sits centrally, open to the family/dining room, making everyday living easy and connected. The spacious primary suite is a true retreat, featuring an en-suite bath with a jacuzzi tub and a walk-in closet. A second bedroom carries the same cottage charm with hardwood floors throughout. Convenient main-floor laundry comes equipped with a new front-load washer and dryer. The basement offers abundant storage space and is a blank slate, ready for a buyer to create another great living space. The spacious attached 2-car garage — a rare find for homes of this era — adds everyday practicality. Step outside to a fully fenced, private and peaceful backyard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. This charming home is offered as a great value in a fantastic location.
Unique and full of charming accents. Two great living areas. .. a front living room with fireplace and hardwood floor and a rear family/dining room with fireplace and window seats. Many windows throughout, most having shutters, provide tons of natural light. The lovely kitchen space is centrally located and is open to the family/dining room. Spacious master bedroom and bath with jetted tub and walk-in closet. A cozy second bedroom has a fireplace and hardwood floor. Convenient laundry closet located in the main bath. Basement offers an abundance of storage space. This wonderful home sits on a nicely landscaped corner lot with a 2-stall attached garage. Out back is a fenced yard, very peaceful and private. The property is being offered “As Is”.
NEIRBR as distributed by MLS GRID #20205463
Feb 18, 2021
Sold
$37,000
$24/sq ft
Oct 28, 2020
Listed
$50,000
$32/sq ft
+8
Looking for a fixer upper? This could be the one for you. This centrally located 1 1/2 story home has a large main floor featuring a living room, large dining room, 2 bedrooms, spacious kitchen, and 3/4 bath with laundry. Upstairs you will find plenty of space in the 3rd bedroom and large closet. The house has both a covered front porch and an enclosed back porch, that looks over the good-sized flat yard. This could be what you are looking for!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,740 (−2.7%)
$23,020 + $186,790
$209,810
2024
$3,844 (+17.2%)
$23,020 + $186,790
$209,810
2023
$3,280 (+12.3%)
$20,560 + $162,670
$183,230
2022
$2,922 (+0.7%)
$16,320 + $134,850
$151,170
2021
$2,902 (+1.0%)
$16,320 + $134,850
$151,170
2020
$2,874 (+0.1%)
$14,960 + $124,560
$139,520
2019
$2,870 (+4.5%)
$14,960 + $124,560
$139,520
2018
$2,746 (+4.8%)
$14,960 + $121,440
$136,400
2017
$2,620 (−0.2%)
$14,960 + $121,440
$136,400
2015
$2,626 (+5.9%)
$8,090 + $120,760
$128,850
2014
$2,480
$8,090 + $120,760
$128,850
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
8,712 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1938
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,553
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,553
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buchanan County
APN
10.04.406.001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Independence, IA • 50644
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Sun exposure
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
5.4 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 600 5th Ave Ave SW
$202,065
$2,835 under list price of $205K
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