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Sold for $240,000
    • $240,000

    1515 Esther St, Iowa City, IA 52240

    4beds
    1,434sqft
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1978
    6,534 Square Feet Lot
    $247,400 Zestimate®
    $167/sqft
    $2,043 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $247,400

    $233,000 - $262,000

    $2,043/mo

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    What's special

    Shady retreatPatio under the deckCharming fenced yardLevel backyardGarden bedFruit treesCozy family room
    Welcome to your new cozy haven! This lovely four-bedroom home is nestled in a friendly, established neighborhood, just a nice stroll away from Mercer Park! The lower level opens right up to a charming fenced yard, complete with a garden bed and fruit trees, making it perfect for your green thumb. You'll find a cozy family room down there, along with the fourth bedroom and a convenient 3/4 bath, all just a few steps inside from the sliding door. Plus, there's a handy laundry room right nearby! Imagine enjoying the patio under the deck, a delightful shady retreat to escape the summer heat—perfect for setting up a wading pool or sandbox for the kids to enjoy. The level backyard is just right for yard games and endless playtime fun! And the location couldn't be better: an easy walk to schools, the park, grocery stores, the pharmacy, and the bus stop. You’re just a hop, skip, and jump away from all the excitement of downtown Iowa City or Sycamore Mall. This home is not just a place to live, it's a wonderful community to be part of!

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    Listed by:

    Kevin Wu 319-512-1766,

    Skogman Realty Co.,

    Diane Martin 319-777-9897,

    Skogman Realty Co.

    Bought with:

    Edge Realty Group

    Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202405453MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
    • Laundry: In Basement
    Features
    • Foyer Two Story
    • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Laminate
    • Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
    • Has fireplace: No
    • Fireplace features: None
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,434
    • Total interior livable area: 1,434 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,034
    • Finished area below ground: 400

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: On Street
    • Has attached garage: Yes
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
    • Exterior features: Garden
    • Fencing: Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 6,534 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 60 x 110
    • Features: Less Than Half Acre
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1013382016
    • Zoning: Residential
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
    Materials
    • Frame, Vinyl
    • Foundation: Slab
    Condition
    • Year built: 1978

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Near Shopping, Close To School
    • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
    • Subdivision: VILLAGE GREEN SOUTH PART
    Location
    • Region: Iowa City

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $167/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $233,410
    • Annual tax amount: $4,172
    • Date on market: 9/24/2024
    • Listing terms: Conventional,Cash

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    2/3/2025Sold$240,000$167/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202405453 Report a problem
    1/16/2025Pending sale$240,000$167/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202405453 Report a problem
    10/22/2024Listed for sale$240,000-9.4%$167/sqft
    Source: Skogman Realty #202405453 Report a problem
    10/2/2024Listing removed$265,000$185/sqft
    Source: Skogman Realty #202405453 Report a problem
    9/24/2024Listed for sale$265,000+26.2%$185/sqft
    Source: Skogman Realty #202405453 Report a problem
    9/12/2024Listing removed$1,650$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    9/5/2024Listed for rent$1,650$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    6/30/2024Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    6/14/2024Listed for rent$1,650+3.1%$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    10/31/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
    10/28/2021Listed for rent$1,600$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
    10/13/2021Sold$210,000-3.2%$146/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202104624 Report a problem
    8/16/2021Contingent$217,000$151/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202104624 Report a problem
    8/11/2021Listed for sale$217,000+48.6%$151/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202104624 Report a problem
    8/12/2013Sold$146,000-1.4%$102/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #20131917 Report a problem
    4/3/2013Listed for sale$148,000$103/sqft
    Source: Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS #20131917 Report a problem
    12/8/2012Listing removed$148,000$103/sqft
    Source: Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS #20123451 Report a problem
    6/8/2012Price change$148,000-1.3%$103/sqft
    Source: Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS #20123451 Report a problem
    4/26/2012Price change$149,900-1.4%$105/sqft
    Source: Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS #20123451 Report a problem
    4/25/2012Price change$152,000-1.3%$106/sqft
    Source: Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS #20123451 Report a problem
    4/5/2012Price change$154,000-1.9%$107/sqft
    Source: Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS #20123451 Report a problem
    3/20/2012Listed for sale$157,000+6.1%$109/sqft
    Source: Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS #20123451 Report a problem
    8/25/2008Sold$148,000-5.7%$103/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/11/2008Listing removed$156,900$109/sqft
    Source: Listhub #20082491 Report a problem
    4/22/2008Listed for sale$156,900$109/sqft
    Source: Listhub #20082491 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$4,224 +1.3%$233,410 +5.3%
    2024$4,171 +4.9%$221,730
    2023$3,976 +4.7%$221,730 +20.9%
    2022$3,799 +5.5%$183,440
    2021$3,602 +2%$183,440 +4.7%
    2020$3,532 +6.5%$175,140
    2019$3,316 $175,140 +9.8%
    2018$3,316 +1.2%$159,440
    2017$3,276 +8.6%$159,440 +9.4%
    2016$3,016 +2.1%$145,720
    2015$2,954 +5.3%$145,720 +5.3%
    2014$2,806 $138,390
    2012-- $138,390
    2011-- $138,390 +5.2%
    2009-- $131,550
    2008-- $131,550 +41.2%
    2005$1,568 +2.8%$93,150
    2004$1,526 -4.4%$93,150 +1.9%
    2003$1,596 +4.2%$91,410
    2002$1,532 +2.4%$91,410 +2%
    2001$1,496 $89,650
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Eastside

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Lucas
    • 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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