Address
1228 E Washington Avenue, Council Bluffs, IA
Price
$ 260,000
Property Attributes
- ID#261638
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyPOTTAWATTAMIE
- CityCouncil Bluffs
- AreaArea 7
- NeighborhoodBabbitt Place
- Zip51503
- StyleSingle Family Residence
- Year Built1960
- Taxes$ 2418
- Price$ 260,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1646
Data Source:
Southwest Iowa MLS (SWIMLS)
Property Description
Welcome to this charming 1.5-story home in Council Bluffs, where character and timeless charm meet comfortable everyday living! Newly renovated throughout while still retaining the classic charm! Start your mornings or unwind in the evenings on the cozy covered front porch before stepping inside to a well-maintained home filled with warmth and inviting living spaces. The functional layout keeps all bedrooms on the second level, offering added privacy from the main living areas. The unfinished basement provides excellent storage and endless potential to create a rec room, home gym, workshop, or whatever best fits your lifestyle. Full of character and ready for its next chapter, this home is a wonderful opportunity to make it your own.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Hoover Elementary School | Gerald W Kirn Middle School | Abraham Lincoln High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/1/2026 | Listed $260,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 0.0 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Roof | Other |
| HOA Fee | 0.0 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Porch,Patio,Deck |
| Construction Materials | Brick,Other |
| Year Built | 1960 |
| Levels | One and One Half |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Parcel Number | 7543 30 105 022 |
| Waterfront Features | Enclosed Porch |
| Community Features | Sidewalks |
| County | POTTAWATTAMIE |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Subdivision Name | Babbitt Place |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Travel East on Kanesville Blvd. Turn left on N Broadway. Turn left on Hunter Ave. Turn right on E Washinton Ave and home is on the left. |
| High School | Abraham Lincoln |
| City | COUNCIL BLUFFS |
| MLS Area | Area 7 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Elementary School | Hoover |
| 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 7 |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | No |
| Lease Considered Y/N | No |
| Rent Control Y/N | No |
| Standard Status | Active |
| MobileHomeRemainsYN | No |
| Legal Description | BABBITT PLACE LT 1 BLK 4 N1/2 LT 2 BLK 4 |
| Senior Community | None |
| Water Body Access Y/N | None |
| Accessibility Features Y/N | None |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Ceiling Fan(s) |
|---|---|
| Basement | Full |
| Total Stories | 1 |
| Basement (Y/N) | No |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | No |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1646.0 |
| Laundry Features | In Basement |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 0.0 |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Asphalt,Garage Door Opener |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Corner Lot |
| Spa | No |
| Building Area Total | 1646.0 |
| Lot Dimensions | .18 |
| 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 51503
Price
Taxes
Year Built
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