This early 20th-century home embodies classic American vernacular architecture with its simple gabled roof and practical design. While the exact build year is unspecified, its style suggests historical roots tied to the region’s growth era. The property features a spacious, customizable open floor plan and a flat backyard ideal for gatherings or gardening. Recent updates seem minimal, emphasizing the home’s need for TLC. Conveniently located near Downtown Council Bluffs and Omaha, it offers excellent access to shopping and entertainment. Listed at $135,000, this affordable gem includes ample off-street parking and potential for personalization within a welcoming neighborhood.

Backyard and Side Yard

The exterior rear side of a classic white wooden house with horizontal siding. Two symmetrical windows sit above a central door flanked by a larger window, offering a balanced, simple facade. The yard includes a modest wooden deck with railings accessed by a small set of steps. A large flowering tree with pink blossoms partially shades the deck, casting soft shadows on the white siding. A concrete sidewalk runs across the grassy front lawn, which shows patches of green mixed with bare spots. To the right, a driveway with a black truck leads to a detached garage at the back of the house, with neighboring houses closely adjacent on either side.

Backyard Exterior View

Simple backyard area behind a modest, historic-style American home clad in white vinyl siding. The house has a steep gabled roof with two small upper windows and a concrete foundation visible at the base. A small wooden staircase with railings leads to a sliding glass door, allowing entry to the interior. The yard is mostly bare dirt with patches of grass, and a narrow concrete pathway runs alongside the house, bordered by a chain-link fence separating the property from the adjacent driveway. Several trash and recycling bins are neatly lined up next to the house. Mature trees and neighboring homes create a quiet residential setting.

Backyard with Garage

A spacious backyard area with a large, mature tree casting shadows on the patchy grass and bare earth. A detached white garage with traditional paneled door and side entry door sits to the left, featuring simple white siding and a pitched roof. Surrounding the yard, chain-link fencing encloses the area, adding a practical boundary. In the background, neighboring structures with neutral siding and low rooflines are visible. The overall aesthetic is rustic and functional, with natural elements blending with modest, mid-century style residential construction and utility-focused outdoor space.

Backyard and Detached Shed

An outdoor space with a mature, large tree dominates the foreground, providing ample shade. The ground is a mix of patchy grass and bare soil, suggesting a natural, somewhat rustic yard area. A modest house with white siding and a simple architectural style centered in the background features a small covered porch with wooden steps leading to a sliding glass door. To the right, a detached white shed or garage with a single door adds functional storage. The surroundings include neighboring homes and a chain-link fence on the left, enhancing the suburban, cozy backyard ambiance.

Living Room and Dining Area

The space extends lengthwise, combining a living room and dining area with a neutral beige wall color that complements the gray-toned carpet flooring. Large rectangular windows line one side, allowing ample natural light to filter in, framing views of the outside. The ceiling is finished with a textured surface and is accented by two dark wood ceiling fans with integrated light fixtures, enhancing air circulation. A tiled section towards the far end likely denotes the dining or kitchen space, framed by sliding glass doors that open to an exterior backyard. Clean white baseboards and door trims delineate room boundaries, adding subtle contrast.

Dining Area and Kitchen

Rectangular floor tiles with a neutral beige tone cover the entire space, extending from the dining area into the kitchen. The walls are painted in a warm, muted beige that complements the tiles. A sliding glass door at the far end of the dining area provides natural light and access to the backyard. Above is a ceiling fan with four blades and light fixtures. The kitchen has wooden cabinets and drawers with a natural finish, paired with brown laminate countertops. A small window above the sink adds additional light, while white appliances stand out against the subtle wood tones.

Kitchen Countertop and Cabinets

Light wood cabinetry spans the kitchen walls, creating a warm and natural tone. Brown laminate countertops provide continuous workspace, including a peninsula that partially separates the kitchen from an adjacent area. A mosaic tile backsplash with earth tones adds texture and color behind the stove and sink area. The white appliances, including a refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher, contrast the wood cabinets. The floor is covered with large, off-white ceramic tiles laid diagonally, enhancing the room’s spaciousness. Track lighting and a flush ceiling fixture complement the neutral beige walls and cream ceiling, harmonizing the overall feel.

Kitchen Overview

The kitchen has a U-shaped layout with extensive light wood cabinetry lending a warm, natural touch. Countertops are a muted, solid brown tone with a matching backsplash that features modern rectangular tile mosaics in varying shades of brown, beige, and white. Appliances include a stainless steel gas range and oven, a white microwave, dishwasher, and a white refrigerator on the far right. The flooring consists of large beige tiles with a modest grout. Above, the ceiling light is a rectangular fluorescent fixture, while a large window over the dual stainless steel sink brings in natural light, brightening the space effectively.

Kitchen Corner

An L-shaped kitchen corner with natural wood cabinets and drawers dominates the space. The cabinetry has a classic medium wood finish with metal vintage-style handles and latches. The backsplash combines horizontal rectangular tiles in shades of beige, brown, and cream, adding a subtle pattern contrast against the smooth beige walls. Above the stove, a white microwave is mounted and a modern stainless steel gas oven sits below, enhancing functionality while the countertop is a muted solid brown shade, complementing the wood tones. The floor is covered with large light tan ceramic tiles, contributing to the room’s practical and warm aesthetic.

Kitchen and Dining Area

The space combines a kitchen and adjacent dining area with a neutral color scheme. Light beige ceramic tiles cover the floor in a grid pattern, complementing the cream-colored walls. The kitchen cabinetry is made of medium-tone wood with a natural finish, featuring brass and dark metal hardware that hint at a vintage design style. A white top-freezer refrigerator stands prominently to one side, contrasting with the warm wood tones. The countertops are simple and light, possibly laminate. A ceiling fan with multiple light fixtures hangs in the dining area, while sliding glass doors offer natural light and access to an outdoor space.

Kitchen and Living Area

Light beige tiled flooring covers the kitchen, transitioning to a soft carpet in the living space. Honey-toned wooden cabinets with black hardware frame the kitchen, complemented by a multicolored backsplash in shades of gray, white, and brown. White appliances include a refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, and gas stove. A ceiling fan with wooden blades and three frosted glass light fixtures hangs centrally, with a second fan visible in the living room. Neutral-toned walls and plenty of natural light create an open, airy feel, blending rustic warmth with practical design in this combined kitchen and living area.

Living Room Entrance Area

The space is a modest living room with neutral beige walls and plush gray carpeting that extends throughout. A white front door with a semicircular window allows natural light to filter in alongside a large window to the right. The room includes a ceiling fan with wooden blades and four frosted light fixtures. Multiple doorways lead to other areas: a tiled room visible to the left appears to be a kitchen or laundry area with sheer curtains, a central white door possibly for storage, and an open stairway to the upper level. The layout is simple with functional design elements and traditional trim around doors and windows.

Bathroom with Tub and Shower

The bathroom includes a corner shower with frosted glass and silver framing, located next to a half partition wall separating the shower from the bathtub area. The bathtub is inset and bordered by white square tiles, some of which show signs of wear and aging. Beige walls surround the space, with visible discoloration and signs of moisture damage, particularly in the corner near the window. The window is covered with a semi-transparent curtain allowing natural light to filter in softly. The flooring is large beige ceramic tiles arranged diagonally, contributing to the spacious feel of the room.

Bathroom Vanity and Shower

A compact bathroom area contains a white vanity cabinet with a marble-style countertop, a single basin sink, and two small drawers beside a cabinet door. Above the vanity hangs a simple arched mirror, topped by a three-light fixture with frosted glass shades and a dark bronze base. Adjacent to the vanity is a corner shower with textured glass sliding doors framed in chrome. The walls are painted in a faded beige or light tan, showing some wear and peeling near the backsplash area. The floor is tiled with large square tiles in neutral tones.

Bathroom Laundry Area

A partially tiled floor with large square off-white tiles covers the space, which includes a corner with plumbing cutouts and hookups for a washing machine, indicated by exposed pipes and an electrical outlet on the beige walls. A small white cabinet is mounted near the ceiling on one side. Beyond this laundry nook, the bathroom extends with a framed glass shower enclosure and a large bathtub surrounded by white ceramic tiles in a stepped design. A window with sheer blue-gray curtains allows natural light, though areas of visible water damage and mold stains accumulate near the floor and corners, highlighting the room’s aged condition.

Small Bedroom Corner

Corner of a small bedroom with beige walls and light brown carpet flooring. Two large windows allow natural light to fill the space, casting warm shadows across the floor. A white, paneled door opens into the room, revealing part of an adjoining space. A ceiling fan with dark wooden blades and white glass shades is mounted centrally on the ceiling. A unique wall decal on one wall shows stylized female eyes and eyebrows with the text “Queen image” and “Her vibe is pretty,” adding a modern, personal touch to an otherwise neutral and minimalist room.

Small Room Corner

Soft beige walls surround a compact room area with a plush taupe carpet covering the floor, creating a comfortable and neutral backdrop. A white door with simple paneling opens inward, and another white doorframe leads to a small adjacent nook or hallway with a window allowing natural light to filter in. The ceiling is modest with a basic white trim. A small vent sits near the baseboard next to a power outlet, adding functional elements without disrupting the understated aesthetics. The overall design feels unadorned, with a neutral color palette and simple, unembellished finishes.

Small Closet Corner

Compact closet space with beige walls and a textured ceiling. Carpeted floor adds warmth while a white baseboard trims the bottom of the walls. A white metal wire shelf is mounted to the left wall, offering simple storage. Light enters through a rectangular window on the right, framed by a white window sill and partially covered by a pull-down blind with a cord hanging down. The small area has visible wall marks and holes, suggesting previous fixtures were removed. The slanting ceiling defines the closet’s unique shape and cozy, enclosed feel.

Small Empty Room

Simple, square-shaped room with beige walls and brown carpet flooring. A single double-pane window to the right provides natural light and a view of greenery outside. The ceiling has a textured popcorn finish, with visible signs of age and subtle discoloration. White baseboards run along the perimeter, contrasting slightly against the walls and carpet. Electrical outlets are sparsely placed on the lower parts of the walls. This could be a small bedroom or office space with a modest, neutral color scheme, providing a blank canvas for personalization and decoration.

Empty Bedroom

A small, rectangular bedroom with beige walls and a textured white ceiling. Two evenly spaced rectangular windows allow natural light to softly illuminate the room, casting bright patches on the plush, light brown carpeted floor. White baseboards contrast the walls, adding a clean border along the floor. The room has an older style door with chipped paint and a white ceramic doorknob, hinting at the home’s historic charm. There is a subtle wear and tear visible on the walls, contributing to a lived-in, vintage atmosphere ready for restoration or personalization.

Empty Bedroom Corner

The space reveals a modest bedroom corner with beige walls and white trim framing two doorways: one leading into a closet with a metal clothing rod and the other an entry or exit door, slightly ajar. The floor is covered with a coarse, light gray carpet that shows some wear and staining near a rectangular metal floor vent. The ceiling has subtle texturing, and the baseboards are painted white, contrasting softly with the walls. The room has a simple, utilitarian aesthetic with a neutral, muted color palette and minimal architectural detail.

Basement and Staircase

Exposed wooden beams and joists dominate the low ceiling, giving a rustic and unfinished look to this basement. Various plumbing pipes run along the walls and ceiling, some aged and patched, indicating an older home with updated elements. The walls consist of a mix of old whitewashed brick, concrete blocks, and a green painted section, each showing signs of wear and moisture damage. A simple staircase made of thick wooden planks ascends from the concrete floor, which bears cracks and stains. Scattered tools, a bucket, and other maintenance items add to the utilitarian atmosphere in this dimly lit utility space.

Listing Agent: Oscar Barrera via Zillow