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Sold for $390,000
  • $390,000

    1237 Melrose Ave, Iowa City, IA 52246

    4beds
    1,540sqft
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1954
    6,969 Square Feet Lot
    $392,200 Zestimate®
    $253/sqft
    $2,438 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $392,200

    $373,000 - $412,000

    $2,438/mo

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    What's special

    Updates throughout the homeFunctional layout
    Prime Iowa City investment opportunity 3 blocks from the University of Iowa & UI Hospitals & Clinics. This versatile property offers strong rental appeal with a functional layout and key updates already completed. The main level features 3 bedrooms, while the lower level includes a 4th bedroom or flexible family room option, ideal for maximizing rental income or accommodating multiple living arrangements. Updates throughout the home, giving it a refreshed feel. Major improvement includes a newly updated foundation completed in 2025, offering peace of mind for investors looking for a solid, low-maintenance asset. The location alone checks all the boxes with consistent demand from students, medical professionals, & university staff. Whether you’re adding to your portfolio or looking for a property in one of Iowa City’s most reliable rental corridors, this Melrose Ave home is a smart move with built-in demand and flexibility.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Jami Wolf 319-481-7088,

    Keller Williams Legacy Group,

    Emilie Walsh 319-936-2073,

    Keller Williams Legacy Group

    Bought with:

    Jami Wolf

    Keller Williams Legacy Group

    Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202600307MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Electric, Steam
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Other
    • Basement: Block,Finished
    • Has fireplace: No
    • Fireplace features: None
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,540
    • Total interior livable area: 1,540 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,040
    • Finished area below ground: 500

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached
    • Has attached garage: Yes
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Deck
    Lot
    • Size: 6,969 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 60 x 125
    • Features: Less Than Half Acre
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1016229005
    • Zoning: Residential
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
    Materials
    • Aluminum Siding, Frame
    Condition
    • Year built: 1954

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: None
    • Subdivision: No
    Location
    • Region: Iowa City

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $253/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $276,000
    • Annual tax amount: $4,451
    • Date on market: 1/9/2026
    • Listing terms: Cash,Contract,Conventional

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/13/2026Sold$390,000-2.5%$253/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202600307 Report a problem
    6/15/2026Pending sale$399,900$260/sqft
    Source: CRAAR, CDRMLS #2600132 Report a problem
    4/27/2026Price change$399,900-4.9%$260/sqft
    Source: CRAAR, CDRMLS #2600132 Report a problem
    4/8/2026Price change$420,500-2.2%$273/sqft
    Source: CRAAR, CDRMLS #2600132 Report a problem
    3/20/2026Price change$429,924-3.2%$279/sqft
    Source: CRAAR, CDRMLS #2600132 Report a problem
    1/23/2026Price change$444,111-1.3%$288/sqft
    Source: CRAAR, CDRMLS #2600132 Report a problem
    1/9/2026Listing removed$3,450$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    1/6/2026Listed for sale$450,000+109.3%$292/sqft
    Source: CRAAR, CDRMLS #2600132 Report a problem
    12/8/2025Price change$3,450-11.5%$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    10/9/2025Listed for rent$3,900+143.8%$3/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    3/24/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    6/18/2013Listing removed$215,000$140/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    5/7/2013Pending sale$215,000$140/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    5/7/2013Listed for sale$215,000$140/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    4/24/2013Listing removed$1,600$1/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    2/23/2013Listed for rent$1,600$1/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$4,282 -6.3%$276,000 +2.9%
    2024$4,569 +0.6%$268,100
    2023$4,542 +5.1%$268,100 +15.6%
    2022$4,320 +2.5%$231,900
    2021$4,216 +3.6%$231,900
    2020$4,070 +15.6%--
    2019$3,522 --
    2018$3,522 +2%$191,700
    2017$3,452 +7.4%$191,700 +7.2%
    2016$3,214 +0.7%$178,900 -1.2%
    2015$3,192 -1%$181,000 -0.7%
    2014$3,224 $182,300 +4.5%
    2012-- $174,380
    2011-- $174,380 +16.4%
    2009-- $149,800
    2008-- $149,800 +40.9%
    2005$1,598 +2.4%$106,350
    2004$1,560 +1.7%$106,350 +7.8%
    2003$1,534 +3%$98,690 -0.5%
    2002$1,490 +6%$99,190 +9.4%
    2001$1,406 $90,690
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 52246

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Horn
    • Middle: Northwest
    • High: West

    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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