- 1 bd
- 1 ba
- 325 sqft

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Shimek is a residential neighborhood in east Iowa City, with tree-lined streets and a setting close to the Iowa River and the University of Iowa campus. The area experiences four distinct seasons, including cold winters and warm summers. Nearby green spaces and local trails offer room to walk or bike, while playgrounds and the Iowa City Public Library’s public services add useful everyday amenities. Dining and coffee options are available along nearby commercial streets, with additional shopping, arts venues and nightlife in central Iowa City. The neighborhood’s location makes trips by bike, bus or car practical, though routes and travel times vary. For ZIP code 52245, which covers Shimek, the median rent is $1,860 per month and the typical range is $700 to $4,900, based on 171 active listings.
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Foster Road Duplexes is located at 520-552 E Foster Rd in Shimek, Iowa City, IA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Hilltop Tavern, Press Coffee, and Starbucks.
Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in ZIP code 52245 in Iowa City is currently $1,860 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.
The schools assigned to Foster Road Duplexes include Bohumil Shimek Elementary School, Horace Mann Elementary School, and ICCSD PK-12 Online Learning Program.
Foster Road Duplexes is located near 2 grocery stores, including Hy-Vee (0.8 miles) and John's Grocery (1 mile). Additional shopping options, including Lenoch & Cilek Ace Hardware, are approximately 1 mile away.
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to Foster Road Duplexes include University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics - Dodge Street (0.9 miles away), Mercy Hospital ECU (1 mile away), and Sleep Associates of Iowa City PC (1 mile away).
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