Tucked away in a serene, wooded neighborhood, this charming brick home offers 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a desirable Iowa City location near the University of Iowa. From the moment you step inside, you’ll appreciate the beautiful hardwood floors, high ceilings, arched doorways, and timeless architectural details that give this home so much character. Large windows throughout bring in plenty of natural light and showcase the peaceful, tree-lined surroundings.The bright and cheery kitchen offers ample cabinetry and storage & gas range for all your dining and culinary needs, while the spacious layout provides plenty of room to gather, entertain, and make the space your own. A generous double-sink bathroom adds everyday functionality, and additional storage throughout the home makes staying organized easy. Surrounded by mature trees and tucked into a quiet setting, this home feels private and peaceful while still keeping you close to the University, downtown Iowa City, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. A beautiful combination of original character, updates, inviting spaces, and an unbeatable location!
For sale
$450,000
1685 Ridge Rd, Iowa City, IA 52245
4beds
2,131sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1928
0.4 Acres Lot
$435,800 Zestimate®
$211/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charming brick homeArched doorwaysOriginal characterSurrounded by mature treesQuiet settingPeaceful tree-lined surroundingsHigh ceilings
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Chris Boddicker 319-530-9390,
Urban Acres Real Estate,
Raquel Trolliet 319-333-8053,
Urban Acres Real Estate
Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202605527
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Electric, Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Area, Breakfast Bar
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Block,Full,Walk-Out Access,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,131
- Total interior livable area: 2,131 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,807
- Finished area below ground: 324
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Parking Pad
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 0.4 Acres
- Features: Less Than Half Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 1003283001
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick, Composit, Frame
Condition
- Year built: 1928
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Lights, Close To School
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Iowa City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $211/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $434,560
- Annual tax amount: $7,502
- Date on market: 9/12/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$435,800
$414,000 - $458,000
$2,566/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $450,000+69.8%$211/sqft |
Source:  Iowa City Area AOR #202605527 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2012 | Sold | $265,000-5.4%$124/sqft |
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #20116276 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2011 | Price change | $280,000-2.8%$131/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Real Estate Professionals #20113528 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2011 | Listed for sale | $288,000+4%$135/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Real Estate Professionals #20113528 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2009 | Sold | $277,000$130/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,058 -3.1% | $434,560 +10.2% |
| 2024 | $7,288 +1.6% | $394,410 |
| 2023 | $7,171 +4.7% | $394,410 +19.2% |
| 2022 | $6,852 +0.8% | $330,840 |
| 2021 | $6,794 +1.9% | $330,840 +5.3% |
| 2020 | $6,670 +5.3% | $314,190 |
| 2019 | $6,334 | $314,190 +9% |
| 2018 | $6,334 +1.1% | $288,260 |
| 2017 | $6,266 +0.8% | $288,260 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,214 +2.5% | $282,650 +0.5% |
| 2015 | $6,062 +5% | $281,260 +5.3% |
| 2014 | $5,774 | $266,980 |
| 2012 | -- | $266,980 +11.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $239,440 +3.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $231,300 |
| 2008 | -- | $231,300 +19% |
| 2005 | $3,430 +2.6% | $194,370 |
| 2004 | $3,342 -0.2% | $194,370 +6.3% |
| 2003 | $3,348 +4.4% | $182,910 +0.4% |
| 2002 | $3,208 +9% | $182,140 +14.2% |
| 2001 | $2,944 | $159,530 |
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Neighborhood: Shimek
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Shimek
- 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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