$115,500

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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1209 Spencer St, Grinnell, IA 50112 - traditional home with a front yard

$115,500

1209 Spencer St

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Apr 22, 2020
Home Sold
$70,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty 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.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $42,826. The majority of Grinnell, IA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living 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 SportsExtreme Sports
  • Pro WrestlingPro Wrestling
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • KmartKmart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • Bob EvansBob Evans

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • FordFord
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • CountryCountry
  • New CountryNew Country
  • OldiesOldies
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.

In May 2025 more than 1 listings in Grinnell, IA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 0 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 6 were sold below. The number of listings in Grinnell, IA increased by 14.7% between April and May 2025. In May 2025 median list price was $229,950 and the average listing age was 110 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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