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    229 Magowan Ave, Iowa City, IA 52246

    4beds
    2,948sqft
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1939
    0.49 Acres Lot
    $769,600 Zestimate®
    $237/sqft
    $3,154 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $769,600

    $731,000 - $808,000

    $3,154/mo

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    What's special

    Gas fireplaceNearly half an acreHeated floorOutside deckWork - out equipmentMature treesEntertainment area
    SOPHISTICATED RENOVATIONS in this delightful 1930's Manville Hts home situated on quiet neighborhood street with nearly half an acre and private backyard with mature trees. The spacious living room has glorious natural light, hardwood floors, gas fireplace with stone and wood surround and a charming window seat. A cool, modern multi-globe light fixture defines the dining area. The library with built-in shelving is a cozy area to read and view the outdoors from the surround of windows. The updated eat-in kitchen has quartz counters, glazed tile backsplash, painted white cabinetry and provides access to outside deck with stairs to backyard. Versatile main floor study/ guest bedroom has built in dual desks and built-in bench and storage. Upper level primary ensuite has two closets and a built-in armoire; the primary bath has heated floor, a free standing soaking tub, walk-in glass shower, dual vanities and private commode. Two generously-sized bedrooms share a full bath. The expansive walk-out lower level family room has room for work-out equipment and entertainment area (wood-burning fireplace is "As Is"; auxiliary heating unit "As Is") and extends to a three season room with easy access to backyard.

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    Listed by:

    Lynn Weinstein 319-400-0355,

    Blank & McCune Real Estate

    Bought with:

    Edge Realty Group

    Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202400920MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bonus Room, Family Room, Library Or Office, Living Room Dining Room Combo, Primary Bath
    Heating
    • Electric, Natural Gas, Forced Air, Heated Floor
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fan(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Water Softener Owned
    • Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
    Features
    • Bookcases, Breakfast Area
    • Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Tile
    • Basement: Concrete,Sump Pump,Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning, Living Room, In LL
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,948
    • Total interior livable area: 2,948 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,228
    • Finished area below ground: 720

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached
    • Has attached garage: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
    • Exterior features: Garden
    Lot
    • Size: 0.49 Acres
    • Dimensions: 143 x 150
    • Features: Less Than Half Acre, Back Yard, Wooded
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1009152013
    • Zoning: Residential
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
    Materials
    • Frame, Vinyl
    Condition
    • Year built: 1939

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    Green energy
    • Indoor air quality: Active Radon

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Near Shopping, Close To School
    • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
    • Subdivision: Manville Hts
    HOA
    • Services included: None
    Location
    • Region: Iowa City

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $237/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $673,510
    • Annual tax amount: $9,174
    • Date on market: 2/14/2024
    • Listing terms: Conventional,Cash

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/21/2024Sold$700,000+0.1%$237/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202400920 Report a problem
    2/18/2024Listed for sale$699,000$237/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202400920 Report a problem
    2/18/2024Contingent$699,000$237/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202400920 Report a problem
    2/16/2024Listed for sale$699,000+17.5%$237/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202400920 Report a problem
    7/28/2020Sold$595,000+60.8%$202/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202004662 Report a problem
    7/2/2015Sold$370,000-3.9%$126/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #20152231 Report a problem
    4/20/2015Pending sale$385,000$131/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Real Estate Professionals #20152231 Report a problem
    4/10/2015Listed for sale$385,000$131/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Real Estate Professionals #20152231 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$11,190 +18.1%$673,510 +11.1%
    2024$9,476 +3.3%$606,130 +20.3%
    2023$9,175 +4.7%$503,720 +19%
    2022$8,766 -1.1%$423,290
    2021$8,866 +1.9%$423,290 +3.2%
    2020$8,704 +3.2%$410,040
    2019$8,436 $410,040 +6.8%
    2018$8,436 +1.1%$383,980
    2017$8,348 -2.4%$383,980 -1.3%
    2016$8,550 -0.4%$388,980 -2.3%
    2015$8,584 +6.2%$398,240 +4.1%
    2014$8,084 $382,420
    2012-- $382,420 -1.3%
    2011-- $387,490 +3.2%
    2009-- $375,410
    2008-- $375,410 +26.9%
    2005$5,298 +2.6%$295,870
    2004$5,162 +0.1%$295,870 +6.7%
    2003$5,156 +6.4%$277,380 +2.5%
    2002$4,846 +3%$270,740 +2.7%
    2001$4,706 $263,580
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 52246

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Lincoln
    • 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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