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  • $284,300

    1601 Center Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240

    3beds
    896sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in ----
    -- sqft lot
    $284,300 Zestimate®
    $317/sqft
    $1,528 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $284,300

    $270,000 - $299,000

    $1,528/mo

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    What's special

    Classic hex tile floorCentral airNew vanityCeramic subway tile backsplashBosch dishwasherPrivate patioGas range

    1930s home was built by Iowa City's most popular builder, Howard Moffitt. The house had an extensive remodel in 2017. The kitchen was completely remodeled with a quartz countertop, ceramic subway tile backsplash, gas range, Bosch dishwasher and Blomberg refrigerator. The bathroom was also remodeled with a Kohler cast iron soaking tub, grab bar, subway tile surround, classic hex tile floor and new vanity and a super quiet Panasonic vent with automatic humidity sensor.. The house has a coat closet, pantry or linen closet and 3 large closets in bedrooms. The basement has a second refrigerator, washer, dryer and large storage shelves. Central air. Attic insulated to current standards. Garage. Private patio. Yard plantings include: Lilacs, hydrangeas, spireas, irises, hostas, rhubarb. The house is located just 3 blocks from Longfellow Elementary School. The Longfellow neighborhood was listed as one of the best neighborhoods in Old Home Journal a couple of years ago. They have a very active community with a newsletter, Facebook page, lending libraries, concerts on the porch festivals, etc. Monthly average of gas and electric is $110. A video tour available upon request.. A video tour can be emailed to you.The landlord received the Stewardship Award from the Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission for her long-term care and preservation of multiple historic Iowa City properties in 2019. Sorry, no nicotine use allowed, No pets. Tenants mow and shovel. Utilities not included.

    This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 896 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage, Off Street
    • Has attached garage: Yes
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Exterior features: 3 blocks from Longfellow Elementary, 3 miles from campus, Active Longfellow Neighborhood Association, Bus line a block away, Ceramic backsplash in kitchen, Exceptional neighborhood, Longfellow Elementary School just underwent a year long upgrade and remodel, Longfellow Elementary school 3 blocks away, Longfellow Lending Libraries throughout neighborhood, Neighborhood coffee shop -Deluxe Bakery on Summit Street, Quartz countertop, Quiet residential neighborhood
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1014211003

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Deposit fee: $4,000
    • Application fee: $0
    Location
    • Region: Iowa City

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $317/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $214,550
    • Annual tax amount: $3,834
    • Date on market: 7/1/2026
    • Date available: 06/30/2026
    • Lease term: 1 Year

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/7/2026Listing removed$2,000$2/sqft
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    7/2/2026Listed for rent$2,000$2/sqft
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    6/30/2026Listing removed$290,000$324/sqft
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    6/27/2026Listed for sale$290,000$324/sqft
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    6/15/2026Pending sale$290,000$324/sqft
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    5/15/2026Listed for sale$290,000$324/sqft
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    4/15/2024Listing removed--
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    1/5/2024Listed for rent$2,000$2/sqft
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    7/16/2022Listing removed--
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    7/11/2022Listed for rent$2,000+11.1%$2/sqft
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    5/18/2021Listing removed--
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    5/13/2021Listed for rent$1,800+16.1%$2/sqft
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    2/27/2021Listing removed--
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    6/10/2020Listing removed$1,550$2/sqft
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    5/23/2020Price change$1,550-3.1%$2/sqft
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    4/2/2020Listed for rent$1,600+6.7%$2/sqft
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    7/21/2018Listing removed$1,500$2/sqft
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    6/1/2018Price change$1,500-6.3%$2/sqft
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    5/15/2018Listed for rent$1,600$2/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,834 +1.3%$214,550 +6.6%
    2024$3,786 +3.7%$201,250
    2023$3,651 +4.7%$201,250 +19.5%
    2022$3,489 -0.9%$168,450
    2021$3,520 +1.9%$168,450 +3.5%
    2020$3,456 +6%$162,790
    2019$3,260 $162,790 +9.7%
    2018$3,260 +9.5%$148,410 +8.4%
    2017$2,978 +2.3%$136,960 +3.4%
    2016$2,912 +8.4%$132,520 +6.3%
    2015$2,686 +1.2%$124,620 +1.5%
    2014$2,654 $122,740
    2012-- $122,740
    2011-- $122,740 +0.3%
    2009-- $122,400
    2008-- $122,400 +11.2%
    2005$2,024 +2.5%$110,050
    2004$1,974 -0.1%$110,050 +6.6%
    2003$1,976 +3.6%$103,260
    2002$1,908 +40.3%$103,260 +40.1%
    2001$1,360 $73,680
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    Neighborhood: Longfellow

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