$1,009 Closing Credit¹
#720351, Elektra Neal, Listing office: Iowa Realty Newton
$115,500 List price
1209 Spencer St Grinnell, IA 50112
$1,372
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 bath
1,046 sqft
0.2 acres
$110 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1209 Spencer St
Welcome to 1209 Spencer Street – a 1.5 story home offering 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a convenient location just minutes from downtown Grinnell. Situated in a quiet neighborhood, this home features a functional layout with plenty of potential throughout. With a new roof and fresh siding, the exterior is already taken care of – now it just needs your personal touches on the inside to make it truly your own. The walkout basement offers additional space for storage, a workshop, or future finishing. Plus, you'll appreciate the flexible laundry options with hookups on both the main floor and in the basement. Whether you're a first-time buyer, investor, or someone looking to add value through customization, this home is full of opportunity in a great location. Schedule your showing today and imagine the possibilities at 1209 Spencer Street!
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,046 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.2043 Acres
Year built1900
MLS #718240
Summary
- Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Vinyl
- Interior: Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Exterior: Patio
- Architectural Style: One and One Half Story
- Heating: Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $115,500
- Price/SqFt: $110
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,270
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Head East on HWY 6 Turn Right on Spencer Street, Home is on the Left Hand side of the road.
- Year Built: 1900
- Living Area: 1,046 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.2043 Acres
- MLS Number: 718240
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Real Estate Solutions
- Office Phone: (515) 601-8786
- Office Email: evan@evancorey.com
- Listing Agent: Vigil, Caitlyn
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 22, 2020 | Home Sold | $70,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $87,640 | $1,270 |
| 2023 | $87,640 | $1,278 |
| 2022 | $76,450 | $1,264 |
| 2021 | $72,120 | $872 |
| 2020 | $52,440 | $848 |
| 2019 | $52,440 | $866 |
| 2018 | $52,440 | $848 |
| 2017 | $52,440 | $1,110 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Davis Elementary School
Public District 3-4
0.8 mi
•818 Hamilton Ave
8
Lynnville-Sully Elementary School
Public District KG-5
12.8 mi
•12476 Highway F62 E
4
East Marshall Elementary School
Public District PK-3
13.4 mi
•201 E Weissenburger St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $42,826. The most common annual income of people living in Grinnell, IA is between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
41%
<35k
46%
35k-100k
10%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
44%
Single, No Kids
13%
Single, with Kids
27%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
17%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
22%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Extreme Sports
Pro Wrestling
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Family Dollar
Kmart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Little Caesars
Dominos Pizza
Bob Evans
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Ford
Buick
What do the neighbors listen to?
Country
New Country
Oldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1209 Spencer St
The listing price of 1209 Spencer St property is $115,500.
The property 1209 Spencer St is a house located in Grinnell, Iowa, 50112.
Active Listing: 1209 Spencer St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1209 Spencer St are: Davis Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Lynnville-Sully Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), East Marshall Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Grinnell Community Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), East Marshall Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Lynnville-Sully Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Grinnell Community Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Lynnville-Sully High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Brooklyn-Guernsey-Malcom Jr-Sr High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $1,270 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on April 22, 2020 for $70,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1209 Spencer St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 1209 Spencer St is 1,046 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1209 Spencer St is 1900.
This home is located at 1209 Spencer St in Grinnell, IA and zip code 50112. This 1,046 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $115,500.
While more than 1 listings in Grinnell, IA in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 0 listings sold at asking price, and more than 6 were sold below. In May 2025 in Grinnell, IA there were 14.7% more homes for sale than in April. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 110 days, the median list price was $229,950.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.