From the moment you step inside, this home just feels right. Set on a nearly 0.4-acre lot in Ely, this beautifully updated raised ranch offers over 1,800 square feet of finished living space, thoughtful updates throughout, and a setting that is hard to beat. Inside, you will find a bright and functional layout that simply works. The main level offers three bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a private half bath off the primary, both fully renovated with clean, modern finishes. The kitchen has been freshly painted and features a large pantry, cozy gas fireplace, and a custom coffee bar that adds both charm and everyday function. Additional updates include a new roof on both the house and detached garage, newer windows, fresh paint, and a new water heater. Outside, a mature oak tree anchors the space, and the expansive backyard offers room to relax or entertain. With a garden shed, a separate driveway leading to the heated two-stall garage, and the park just across the road, this home offers easy living in a great Ely location with quick access to Cedar Rapids and Iowa City, all within the College Community School District.
Sold for $291,000
$291,000
1770 Vavra Dr, Ely, IA 52227
3beds
1,806sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1964
0.36 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$161/sqft
$1,620 Estimated rent
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Mature oak treeFresh paintThree bedroomsCustom coffee barNewer windowsGarden shedLarge pantry
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Listed by:
Carla Werning 319-360-9173,
Ruhl&Ruhl, REALTORS - CR
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Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202603121
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Primary Bath
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Closet
Features
- Other, Family Room On Main Level, Primary On Main Level, Breakfast Bar
- Flooring: LVP
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,806
- Total interior livable area: 1,806 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,406
- Finished area below ground: 400
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Heated Garage, Off Street
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 0.36 Acres
- Dimensions: 215 x 30 x 126 x 126.00
- Features: Less Than Half Acre
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 183037802000000
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl, Frame
Condition
- Year built: 1964
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: VAVRAS' 1ST
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Ely
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $161/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $140,900
- Annual tax amount: $3,288
- Date on market: 5/12/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/22/2026 | Sold | $291,000-2.3%$161/sqft |
Source:  Iowa City Area AOR #202603121 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2026 | Pending sale | $298,000$165/sqft |
Source:  CRAAR, CDRMLS #2602624 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $298,000+16.9%$165/sqft |
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202603121 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2024 | Sold | $255,000-10.5%$141/sqft |
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202403708 Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2024 | Pending sale | $285,000$158/sqft |
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202403708 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2024 | Price change | $285,000-5%$158/sqft |
Source: CRAAR, CDRMLS #2404327 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2024 | Listed for sale | $300,000$166/sqft |
Source: CRAAR, CDRMLS #2404327 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $2,408 | $140,900 |
| 2016 | $2,408 +5% | $140,900 +4.1% |
| 2015 | $2,294 +5% | $135,300 |
| 2014 | $2,184 +6% | $135,300 |
| 2013 | $2,060 +3.4% | $135,300 +1% |
| 2012 | $1,992 | $133,984 |
| 2011 | -- | $133,984 |
| 2010 | $2,000 | $133,984 |
| 2008 | -- | $133,984 |
| 2007 | -- | $133,984 +8.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $123,754 +19.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $103,790 |
| 2003 | -- | $103,790 +5% |
| 2002 | -- | $98,848 |
| 2001 | -- | $98,848 +7% |
| 2000 | -- | $92,381 |
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Neighborhood: 52227
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GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Prairie Creek Intermediate SchoolGrades: 5-6Distance: 3.7 mi
- 5/10Prairie Point Middle SchoolGrades: 7-9Distance: 3.8 mi
- 6/10Prairie High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: CollegeComm
- Middle: CollegeComm
- High: CollegeComm
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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