Don't let the unassuming facade fool you - this home is a true marvel waiting to be explored. As you enter this stunningly landscaped Lucas Farms home, what appeared to be a cozy little farm cottage reveals itself to be a warm, expansive home with all the modern conveniences you need and all the vintage charm you want. The welcoming front room with hardwood floors gives way to the oversized galley kitchen with a walk-in pantry and a second, smaller pantry. Beyond the kitchen is the classic dining room with sliding glass doors to the colorful side yard. Next comes the primary bedroom with private access to the lofty back deck overlooking the gorgeous yard, which is well-maintained and diverse with a vegetable garden and wildflowers in just the right places. Back inside, there's another bedroom and a great bathroom on the main! The walkout lower-level features a large finished open space perfect for lounging, working, or even working out. Enjoy the huge unfinished space that makes a great studio for music, messy hobbies and more. Come and experience the magic of this remarkable property for yourself! Bathroom updated 2022; Dual HVAC, one is new HVAC 3/2022; new privacy fence 2021. Call for a complete list of updates including full plant list. The garage off the alley is a reinforced carport.
Sold for $275,000
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$275,000
1027 Ginter Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240
2beds
1,795sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1900
6,098.4 Square Feet Lot
$291,000 Zestimate®
$153/sqft
$1,555 Estimated rent
Home value
$291,000
$276,000 - $306,000
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Classic dining roomCozy little farm cottageHuge unfinished spaceLarge finished open spacePrivate accessExpansive homeHardwood floors
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Phoebe Martin 319-541-8695,
Blank & McCune Real Estate
Bought with:
Keller Williams Legacy Group
Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202304327
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, In Basement
Features
- Family Room On Main Level, Primary On Main Level, Pantry
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood, LVP, Laminate
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Block,Sump Pump,Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access,Daylight,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,795
- Total interior livable area: 1,795 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,220
- Finished area below ground: 575
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Carport, On Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Balcony, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,098 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 125
- Features: Less Than Half Acre, Level, Back Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1014342002
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Frame, Aluminum Siding, Composit
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Grid Tied
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Indoor air quality: Active Radon
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Near Shopping, Close To School
Location
- Region: Iowa City
- Subdivision: Sunnyside
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/18/2023 | Sold | $275,000+5.8%$153/sqft |
Source:  Iowa City Area AOR #202304327 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2023 | Listing removed | $260,000$145/sqft |
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202304327 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2023 | Listed for sale | $260,000$145/sqft |
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202304327 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2023 | Contingent | $260,000$145/sqft |
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202304327 Report a problem | ||
| 8/10/2023 | Listed for sale | $260,000+33.3%$145/sqft |
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202304327 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2020 | Sold | $195,000$109/sqft |
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202005641 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2020 | Listed for sale | $195,000+28.8%$109/sqft |
Source: Blank & McCune, The Real Estate Company #202005641 Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2014 | Sold | $151,400+1%$84/sqft |
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #20144267 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2014 | Listed for sale | $149,900$84/sqft |
Source: Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS #20144267 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,718 -4% | $213,270 +9.3% |
| 2024 | $3,872 +4.1% | $195,210 -5.2% |
| 2023 | $3,719 +4.7% | $205,840 +20% |
| 2022 | $3,554 +6% | $171,590 |
| 2021 | $3,352 +2% | $171,590 +4.9% |
| 2020 | $3,286 +11.2% | $163,580 |
| 2019 | $2,956 | $163,580 +14.3% |
| 2018 | $2,956 +1.2% | $143,100 |
| 2017 | $2,922 +1% | $143,100 +2.2% |
| 2016 | $2,892 +2.1% | $140,080 |
| 2015 | $2,832 +24.1% | $140,080 +19.2% |
| 2014 | $2,282 | $117,500 -5.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $124,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $124,000 +2.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $120,920 |
| 2008 | -- | $120,920 +22.3% |
| 2005 | $1,604 +2.8% | $98,900 |
| 2004 | $1,560 +5.7% | $98,900 +11.5% |
| 2003 | $1,476 +4.2% | $88,700 |
| 2002 | $1,416 +14.7% | $88,700 +12.6% |
| 2001 | $1,234 | $78,790 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Lucas Farms
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Mark Twain Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Southeast Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 7/10Iowa City High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Twain
- Middle: Southeast
- High: City
Source: Iowa City Area AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Johnson County
- Iowa City
- 52240
- Lucas Farms
- 1027 Ginter Ave
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