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4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 20263651 MLS

Welcome home to this beautifully updated two-story home on the highly desired Walden Lane. Featuring 4 spacious bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and a 3-stall attached garage. The main level has modern finishes, generous living spaces, and a cozy fireplace that creates the perfect place for Christmas stockings! The sunroom provides a peaceful retreat, while the convenient mudroom just off the garage helps keep your life organized. The finished lower level offers a spacious family room, ideal for movie nights, entertaining, or relaxing with family and friends. Step outside to enjoy the built-in gas fire pit, creating the perfect setting for outdoor entertaining. Most every part of this home has been updated, please ask for the 'Features and Updates' list... Call to start your Walden Lane memories!

906 Walden Lane, Grundy Center

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 20263650 MLS

Looking for more home and land for your money? Small-town living in Oran offers just that! This home has already benefited from several major exterior updates, including a newer metal roof, siding, windows, garage door, and front deck, leaving plenty of opportunity to make the interior your own. Situated on .74 acres at the entrance of town. The main floor features updated flooring and comfortable living space, while the partially finished basement provides additional room. The home sits on a solid block foundation and is served by a private well, LP gas, and city sewer. Upstairs, you’ll find additional space ready for someone with a little vision to bring it back to life and make it their own. This property offers plenty of possibilities at a price point that’s hard to find. Come see what small-town living, and getting more for your dollar, can offer!

24996 Maple Street, Oran

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 20263648 MLS

Opportunity awaits at 744 Central Avenue in Evansdale! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath, 1½-story home offers 837 finished square feet with a functional main-floor layout and an additional bedroom upstairs. A full basement provides extra storage and potential, while central air adds everyday comfort. Outside, the generous 0.28 acre lot measures approximately 60 x 200 and includes a storage shed. Previously used as a rental bringing in $1,100 per month, this property may appeal to investors or buyers looking for an affordable home they can make their own. The home is vacant and ready to show—schedule your private tour today!

744 Central Avenue, Evansdale

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 20263647 MLS

Welcome to 104 Corliss Avenue! This well-cared-for ranch offers 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,464 finished square feet. The main level features a comfortable living room, kitchen and dining area, two bedrooms, and a full bath. Downstairs, you’ll find a finished family room, third bedroom, and convenient lower-level laundry, providing plenty of flexible living space. Enjoy central air, a deck for relaxing outdoors, a concrete driveway, and exceptional storage and workspace with both attached and detached garage space totaling four stalls. Located in Elk Run Heights with easy access to nearby schools, shopping, and community amenities, this home is ready for its next owner. Schedule your private showing today!

104 Corliss Avenue, Elk Run Heights

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 20263646 MLS

This 1,318 sq. ft., 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath single-family home is packed with potential and waiting for your tools, vision, and renovation plan. Well below the assessed value, this home is ready for an investor to come in and give this home some new life. Featuring a solid footprint and a generous 8,250 sq. ft. lot, this property offers the ideal canvas to build serious equity—whether you are looking for your next flip or a strong long-term rental. Contact your favorite real estate advisor to come and take a look.

1012 McCoy Road, Evansdale

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 20263645 MLS

Excellent 2 bd, 1 Bath Condo in great Cedar Falls neighborhood 1 Stall garage. Has been completely re done, new carpet throughout, every room painted. All new appliances Fridge, stove, cooktop, Dishwasher, washer and dryer all included in sale HOA, runs 1,800 a year. MUST BE OWNER OCCUPIED, No rental allowed per the HOA

1820 W 18th Streets Unit 1, Cedar Falls

Both units feature modern, refreshed kitchens with newer cabinets, updated countertops, flooring, and appliances. The main floors offer new dining room flooring and fresh carpet in the living rooms, creating warm and inviting spaces. Upstairs, each unit includes two spacious bedrooms with oversized closets and a newly updated full bath featuring a new tub/shower, toilet, vanity, and flooring. Basements are clean, dry, and equipped with washers and dryers. Enjoy ample off-street parking and peace of mind with major updates already completed: new wiring, all new windows, furnace and A/C (approx. 6 years old), and newer water heaters. Roof and siding were replaced in 2018. This duplex is truly turnkey—ideal for an owner-occupant or investor looking for a well-maintained, updated property.

336 S Hackett Road, Waterloo

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 20263643 MLS

So great to come home to! This well loved home has been updated throughout! With great curb appeal, a lovely garden area and a house that truly feels like a home, there is nothing to do except move in and enjoy! The living room welcomes you with soft, cozy carpeting and large windows flooding the space with natural light. This space conveniently connects to the eat-in kitchen, boasting stainless steel appliances, updated cabinets with specialty features, and plenty of storage and prep space. Completing the main floor are two bedrooms and a full, updated bathroom. The meticulous lower level offers an optional third bedroom, complete with an egress window, or a family room, the laundry area with cabinetry and laundry sink, a second bathroom, and great storage options. Outside you will find an oversized detached, one-stall garage with convenient access to one of the two sheds through the back side of the garage, great curb appeal with a front covered porch, a nice patio, and a park-like backyard with beautiful landscaping including an organic tiered garden! Some of the many updates include: Two Sheds (2025), Landscaping, Bathroom, 200 AMP Service Panel (2024), Roof & Gutters (2023), Carpeting (2022), Blinds (2022), Basement Bathroom (2018), Basement Laundry with Sink (2018), Concrete Driveway & Patios (2017), and in 2015 Insulated Wall & Attic, Added Double Thermo Pane Windows, Furnace with Humidifier and A/C. This one is a must see! Schedule your tour today!

1639 Howard Avenue, Waterloo

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 20263642 MLS

Step into this charming 3-4 bedroom ranch that perfectly blends warmth, character, and everyday functionality. Filled with natural light, the spacious living room welcomes you with large south-facing windows and a cozy wood-burning fireplace that creates the perfect gathering space for relaxing evenings at home. The galley style kitchen features new flooring, abundant cabinet and counter space, and flows seamlessly into the dining area, making meal preparation and entertaining a breeze. On the main level, you'll find two spacious bedrooms with beautiful hardwood floors, along with a conveniently located full bathroom. An additional flexible room offers endless possibilities as a third main-floor bedroom, home office, family room, or playroom to fit your lifestyle. The lower level expands your living space with a fourth bedroom, a second bathroom, and plenty of unfinished space ready for storage, hobbies, or future finishing to add even more value. Outside, enjoy a beautiful backyard that's perfect for gardening, outdoor gatherings, or simply relaxing, along with the convenience of an attached single stall garage. Major updates provide added peace of mind, including new windows, new siding, and a 200 amp electrical service, all completed in 2022. Full of charm, flexibility, and thoughtful updates, this move-in ready home is ready to welcome its next owners. Schedule your showing today!

610 W 28th Street, Cedar Falls

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 20263641 MLS

Sweet little charmer! This well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch offers comfort today with endless possibilities for tomorrow. The main level features a functional layout, while the unfinished lower level provides plenty of space to expand your living area. An unfinished walk-up attic adds even more potential for future finishing or additional storage. The roof was replaced in 2018. This home is full of opportunity. With solid maintenance, great bones, and room to build equity, this is a property you won't want to miss!

1520 W 7Th Street, Waterloo

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