c.1900 Three Bedroom Affordable Iowa Home For Sale

531 1st Ave, Clinton, IA 52732  $57,500

If interested in a property, please contact the realtor whose link is provided in the post below, or contact an agent of your own choosing. Independent verification of details and status is recommended. 

Contact Realtor: Dennis Lauver

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Pros

1. Low Cost of Living & Affordable Housing

   • Overall living expenses are ~22% below the U.S. average and slightly lower than the Iowa average

   • Median home value is about $111.5 K (~67% below national Avg.) with rent around $820/month

2. Strong Community & Housing Stability

   • Two-thirds of residents own homes in a suburban-style setting .

   • A high percentage of residents stay in their homes over time (82–84% year-over-year)

3. Robust Amenities & Parks

   • Offers 500 acres of parks, miles of trails, recreational facilities, and a minor league baseball stadium

   • Fast fixed-line internet and ample outdoor activities .

4. Good Commute Options & Location

   • Average one-way commute is ~18–19 minutes

   • Centrally located: ~50 min to Quad Cities, ~1 hr to Dubuque, ~3 hr to Chicago

5. Education & Healthcare Infrastructure

   • Public school district serving ~3,400 students; class sizes ~13:1

   • A two-year community college with fast-line transit routes .

   • Good access to clinics and hospitals as noted in livability scores

❌ Cons

1. Elevated Crime Rates

   • Total crime per 100K is nearly double the national average (~4,598 vs. ~2,324); violent crime particularly high (~863 vs. ~370)

   • Niche gives a “D” for crime, with residents expressing concerns over gangs, drugs, and property crime

2. Lower Income & Higher Poverty

   • Median household income (~$55K) is 32% below the national median ($67.5K)

   • Poverty and unemployment rates (~18% and ~5–5.2%) exceed national averages .

3. Educational Challenges in Academics

   • Math and reading proficiency at middle and high schools lag state averages

4. Limited Public Transit & Mobile Internet

   • Public transportation is sparse; fixed-line internet is strong, but mobile speeds lag

5. Weather & Natural Risks

   • Tornadoes, severe storms, and high humidity/cloudy days are common