Welcome to the perfect blend of city convenience and spacious, comfortable living. This well-maintained home sits on just under half an acre, offering plenty of room to enjoy both inside and out. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, this home showcases original custom woodwork and classic metal kitchen cabinets that bring timeless charm and character to the space. The thoughtful layout includes a laundry room conveniently located on the bedroom level, creating a functional and comfortable flow throughout the home. One of the standout features of this property is the private backyard, which provides a peaceful retreat despite its location along the highway. With mature trees and plenty of space to entertain, relax, or garden, the backyard offers a rare sense of privacy that is hard to find with this kind of accessibility. The home also includes an attached carport and a spacious 40x24 detached garage/shop—ideal for hobbies, storage, or a workshop. For those seeking additional space, the large walk-in attic offers excellent potential to be finished into a fourth bedroom, office, or bonus living area. This is a must see that you wont want to miss!
Sold for $200,000
$200,000
301 W Fountain St, Brighton, IA 52540
3beds
1,826sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1920
0.48 Acres Lot
$207,800 Zestimate®
$110/sqft
$1,681 Estimated rent
Home value
$207,800
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Listed by:
Amanda Greiner 319-461-7585,
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Bought with:
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Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202504655
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Foyer Two Story
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Tile
- Basement: Block,Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,826
- Total interior livable area: 1,826 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,826
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport, Detached Carport, Parking Pad
- Has carport: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.48 Acres
- Dimensions: 66 x 66
- Features: Less Than Half Acre
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1430376018
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl, Frame
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Brighton
- Subdivision: Not Applicable
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/26/2025 | Pending sale | $205,000+2.5%$112/sqft |
Source:  NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6329824 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2025 | Sold | $200,000-2.4%$110/sqft |
Source:  Iowa City Area AOR #202504655 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2025 | Price change | $205,000-6.4%$112/sqft |
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202504655 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2025 | Price change | $219,000-7.2%$120/sqft |
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6328854 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $236,000$129/sqft |
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202503958 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,628 +3.5% | $167,600 +16.9% |
| 2024 | $2,540 +15.9% | $143,400 |
| 2023 | $2,192 +3.5% | $143,400 +32.8% |
| 2022 | $2,118 +2.6% | $108,000 |
| 2021 | $2,064 +2.3% | $108,000 +5.1% |
| 2020 | $2,018 +9.7% | $102,800 |
| 2019 | $1,840 +16.3% | $102,800 +7.3% |
| 2018 | $1,582 | $95,800 +9.7% |
| 2017 | $1,582 +16.3% | $87,300 +13.1% |
| 2016 | $1,360 +2.7% | $77,200 -0.1% |
| 2015 | $1,324 +3.1% | $77,300 |
| 2014 | $1,284 +1.7% | $77,300 |
| 2013 | $1,262 -4% | $77,300 |
| 2012 | $1,314 +4.6% | -- |
| 2011 | $1,256 +2.6% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,224 +7.7% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,136 +7.2% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,060 -4% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,104 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 52540
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Lincoln Upper Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 10.8 mi
- 5/10Washington Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 10.9 mi
- 3/10Washington High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 10.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Washington
- Middle: Washington
- High: Washington
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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