$3,741 Closing Credit¹
#22514691, Kristin M. Sterns, Listing office: Coldwell Banker NHS RE
$280,000 List price
812 5th Ave Council Bluffs, IA 51501
$3,325
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
2,392 sqft
0.2 acres
$117 / sqft
House
Property details
About 812 5th Ave
Built in 1874, This character-filled Victorian Italianate home offers an opportunity to own a meaningful piece of Council Bluffs history. With 4 bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms across 2,392 square feet, this home is full of charm, stories, and potential. Originally built by Egbert Aylesworth, a lawyer who later became a judge, the home was later owned by James J. O'Neil, a well known city official and former sheriff of the Squirrel Cage Jail. In the late 1930's, it served as a boarding house and since been lovingly brought back to reflect its Victorian-era roots. Several original features have been preserved or thoughtfully revived to honor the homes past. The property also includes a separately deeded two-bedroom guest house with a small garage below - ideal for visitors, rental income or a home office. Both lots are zoned for residential and commercial use, offering flexibility for investors. Located in the heart of downtown Council Bluffs and just 10 minutes from downtown Omaha,
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
(NEW)
(NEW)
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size2,392 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.18 Acres
Year built1874
MLS #22515632
FireplaceGas Log Lighter
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement: Yes
- Fireplace: Gas Log Lighter
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: None
- Exterior: None
- Architectural Style: 2 Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $280,000
- Price/SqFt: $117
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,614
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Level
- Directions: Google maps
- Year Built: 1874
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 2,392 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.18 Acres
- MLS Number: 22515632
- Office Name: Morse Real Estate
- Office Phone: (712) 435-1900
- Listing Agent: Michael W Morse
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $122,600 | $2,614 |
| 2023 | $122,600 | $2,478 |
| 2022 | $79,000 | $2,478 |
| 2021 | $79,000 | $1,248 |
| 2020 | $50,000 | $1,242 |
| 2019 | $50,000 | $1,262 |
| 2018 | $50,000 | $1,262 |
| 2017 | $50,000 | $1,012 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Bloomer Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.1 mi
•210 S 7th St
6
Roosevelt Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.9 mi
•517 N 17th St
5
Longfellow Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.0 mi
•2011 S 10th 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 $36,536. Most Council Bluffs, IA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
47%
<35k
51%
35k-100k
2%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
53%
Single, No Kids
20%
Single, with Kids
11%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
20%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
5%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
UFC- Pro Boxing
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Family Dollar
Burlington
Express/Express For Men
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Burger King
Popeyes
Church's Chicken
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Dodge
Cadillac
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Jazz
Contemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 812 5th Ave
The listing price of 812 5th Ave property is $280,000.
The property 812 5th Ave is a house located in Council Bluffs, Iowa, 51501.
Active Listing: 812 5th Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 812 5th Ave are: Bloomer Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Roosevelt Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Longfellow Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Kirn Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Wilson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lewis Central Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Thomas Jefferson High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Abraham Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Lewis Central Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $2,614 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 812 5th Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 812 5th Ave is 2,392 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 812 5th Ave is 1874.
This home is located at 812 5th Ave in Council Bluffs, IA and zip code 51501. This 2,392 square foot home, which was built in 1874, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $280,000.
Between April and May 2025, Council Bluffs, IA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 333.3%.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.