Address
1228 E Washington Avenue, Council Bluffs, IA
Price
$ 260,000
Property Attributes
- ID#22621643
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status ACTIVE
- CountyPottawattamie
- CityCouncil Bluffs
- AreaPottawattamie
- NeighborhoodBABITT PLACE
- Zip51503
- Style
- Year Built1920
- Taxes$ 2418
- Price$ 260,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1646
- Lot Size0.18 Acres
Data Source:
Great Plains Regional MLS
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
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Porch |
| Year Built | 1920 |
| Levels | One and One Half |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2024 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| County | Pottawattamie |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Subdivision Name | BABITT PLACE |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| 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. |
| ModificationTimestamp | 2026-08-31T18:06:56.800Z |
| High School | Abraham Lincoln |
| City | Council Bluffs |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| High School District | Council Bluffs |
| MLS Area | Pottawattamie |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| Elementary School | Hoover |
| Tax Annual Amount | 2418 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Gerald W Kirn |
| Property Condition | Not New and NOT a Model |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Primary Bedroom Level | 2nd Floor |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Vacant |
| Middle/Junior School District | Council Bluffs |
| Elementary School District | Council Bluffs |
| Legal Description | BABBITT PLACE LT 1 BLK 4 N1/2 LT 2 BLK 4 |
Interior Features
| Basement | Full |
|---|---|
| Basement (Y/N) | true |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | false |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1646 |
| 3/4 Baths | 1 |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 1 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 2 |
| RoomBasementArea | 968 |
| Bedroom 4 Level | 2nd Floor |
| Bedroom 3 Level | 2nd Floor |
| Second Bedroom Level | 2nd Floor |
Exterior Features
| Fencing | None |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Up to 1/4 Acre. |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 2 |
| Foundation Details | Block |
| Building Area Total | 1646 |
| Lot Dimensions | 63.66 x 120 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.18 |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Covered Spaces | 2 |
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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