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    • Price increase: $900 (7/26)
    $779,900

    250 Howard Ave NW, Swisher, IA 52338

    5beds
    3,000sqft
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    $5,542/mo
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 2026
    0.57 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $260/sqft
    $25/mo HOA

    What's special

    Wet barOpen-concept main level
    Welcome to 250 Howard Ave NW, an exceptional five-bedroom, three-bathroom Phius passive home designed for outstanding comfort, efficiency and modern living. Situated on more than half an acre in Swisher, this thoughtfully constructed home offers approximately 3,000 finished square feet and convenient access to I-380, Cedar Rapids, Iowa City and North Liberty. The open-concept main level features a spacious kitchen with a large center island and pantry, an inviting living area with an electric fireplace, and access to a covered cedar deck—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The primary suite includes a generous walk-in closet and a private bathroom with heated ceramic-tile flooring. The finished lower level expands the living space with additional bedrooms, a wet bar and a large recreation room opening directly to a stamped-concrete patio. Energy-conscious features include high-performance insulation and ventilation, an electric heat-pump system and a 3.8 kW solar array designed to offset more than 3,250 kWh annually. A three-stall attached garage wired for a future electric-vehicle charger completes this impressive property. Located within the College Community School District, this distinctive home delivers space, quality and forward-thinking construction in a peaceful Swisher setting.
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    Listed by:

    Phil O'Brien 319-331-1701,

    Urban Acres Real Estate

    Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202604680MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      Rooms
      • Room types: Family Room, Primary Bath
      Heating
      • Electric, Heat Pump, Heat Recovery System
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Energy Efficient, Dishwasher, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Water Softener Owned
      • Laundry: Lower Level, Laundry Room
      Features
      • Primary On Main Level, Kitchen Island
      • Flooring: Carpet, LVP
      • Basement: Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: In LL, Electric
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,000
      • Total interior livable area: 3,000 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,710
      • Finished area below ground: 1,290
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Garage - Attached
      • Has attached garage: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
      Lot
      • Size: 0.57 Acres
      • Dimensions: 25350 sq ft
      • Features: Half To One Acre
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0306479009
      • Zoning: Res
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Vinyl, Composit, Frame
      Condition
      • New Construction
      • New construction: Yes
      • Year built: 2026
      Details
      • Builder name: RALSTON ECO HOMES

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Shared Well
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available
      Green energy
      • Indoor air quality: Active Radon, Electric Air Filter

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Sidewalks
      • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: SWISHER
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Services included: Other
      • HOA fee: $300 annually
      Location
      • Region: Swisher

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $260/sqft
      • Annual tax amount: $28
      • Date on market: 7/25/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

        $3,476/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/26/2026Price change$779,900+0.1%$260/sqft
        Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202604680 Report a problem
        7/24/2026Price change$779,000+4.6%$260/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        5/31/2026Listed for sale$745,000+589.8%$248/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        9/25/2025Listing removed$108,000$36/sqft
        Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202402822 Report a problem
        6/27/2024Price change$108,000+2.9%$36/sqft
        Source: CRAAR, CDRMLS #2403333 Report a problem
        5/15/2024Listed for sale$105,000$35/sqft
        Source: CRAAR, CDRMLS #2403333 Report a problem

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 52338

        Getting around

        11 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        36 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Prairie
        • Middle: Prairie
        • High: Prairie

        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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