Address
505 26th Avenue, Council Bluffs, IA
Price
$ 199,900
Property Attributes
- ID#261625
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyPOTTAWATTAMIE
- CityCouncil Bluffs
- AreaArea 3
- Zip51501
- StyleRanch
- Year Built1920
- Price$ 199,900
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1302
Data Source:
Southwest Iowa MLS (SWIMLS)
Property Description
Single-story residential home located in Council Bluffs. Originally constructed in 1920, this 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom property features approximately 1,358 square feet of main-level living area. The home is built with frame and vinyl siding construction and is serviced by a gas forced-air heating system. Situated on a flat, 6,242-square-foot lot, the exterior layout features a detached garage and dedicated off-street driveway parking. Conveniently positioned in Pottawattamie County, this property provides functional baseline utility and direct transit access to local community parks, neighborhood retail, schools, and nearby regional transit routes. An ideal option for portfolio integration or a budget-focused primary entry.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Longfellow Elementary School | Gerald W Kirn Middle School | Abraham Lincoln High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/28/2026 | Listed $199,900 |
General Features
| Living Area | 0.0 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Natural Gas,Forced Air |
| Cooling | Electric,Central Air |
| Utilities | Electricity Available,Natural Gas Available,Cable Available |
| Roof | Composition |
| HOA Fee | 0.0 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Porch,Deck |
| Architectural Style | Ranch |
| Security Features | Smoke Detector(s) |
| Construction Materials | Frame |
| Year Built | 1920 |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Parcel Number | 744401380006 |
| Waterfront Features | Perm Siding |
| Community Features | Sidewalks |
| County | POTTAWATTAMIE |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Subdivision Name | Not Applicable |
| Garage Y/N | No |
| Other Structures | None |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From the South Expressway,head west onto 23rd Avenue. Turn south onto South 6th Street,then turn east onto 26th Avenue; the property will be on your right. |
| High School | Abraham Lincoln |
| City | COUNCIL BLUFFS |
| MLS Area | Area 3 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Elementary School | Longfellow |
| Land Lease Y/N | No |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Middle/Junior High School | Gerald W Kirn |
| Lease Renewal Y/N | No |
| MLS Area Minor | Area 3 |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | No |
| Lease Considered Y/N | No |
| Rent Control Y/N | No |
| Standard Status | Active |
| MobileHomeRemainsYN | No |
| Legal Description | Douglas Partition Sub SE SW 1-74-44 E40' W238' N156' LT1 |
| Senior Community | None |
| Water Body Access Y/N | None |
| Accessibility Features Y/N | None |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Ceiling Fan(s),Eat-in Kitchen |
|---|---|
| Basement | Partial |
| Total Stories | 1 |
| Basement (Y/N) | No |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | No |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1302.0 |
| Laundry Features | Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Main Level |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 0.0 |
| Total Baths | 1 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Off Street |
|---|---|
| Spa | No |
| Building Area Total | 1302.0 |
| Lot Dimensions | 40 x 156 |
| Road Surface Type | Concrete |
| Waterfront Y/N | Yes |
| Crops Included Y/N | No |
| Horse Y/N | No |
| Irrigation Water Rights Y/N | No |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 51501
Year Built
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