Located in the desirable Longfellow Historical District, this charming and well-maintained bungalow-style ranch home is full of character and ready for its next owners. The oversized living room features a wood-burning fireplace flanked by built-in bookshelves, large scenic windows, and a formal dining area. The home offers three spacious bedrooms with walk-in closets and abundant natural light. Off the eat-in kitchen, enjoy a screened-in porch—perfect for relaxing summer evenings. The prepped for remodel lower level, listed as 1,070 finished square footage by the assessor, includes an additional bathroom, a bar area for entertaining, a large rec room, and ample storage. Hardwood floors appear to be hidden under the carpet and can be seen from the closets. Spacious 1-car attached garage. This estate sale is being offered in as-is condition; appliances are not warranted. Please allow 24 hours for response to offers.
Sold for $270,000
$270,000
404 Oakland Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240
3beds
2,530sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1949
9,147 Square Feet Lot
$275,300 Zestimate®
$107/sqft
$3,474 Estimated rent
Home value
$275,300
$262,000 - $289,000
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Laura Soride 319-400-0821,
RE/MAX Affiliates
Bought with:
Urban Acres Real Estate
Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202506101
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Primary On Main Level, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Vinyl
- Basement: Full,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Masonry, Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,530
- Total interior livable area: 2,530 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,460
- Finished area below ground: 1,070
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Screened
Lot
- Size: 9,147 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 112 x 81
- Features: Less Than Half Acre
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1014205003
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Frame, Wood
Condition
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Close To School, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: Negus Subdivision
Location
- Region: Iowa City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $107/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $262,870
- Annual tax amount: $4,597
- Date on market: 9/30/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/15/2026 | Listing removed | $4,500$2/sqft |
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| 6/6/2026 | Listed for rent | $4,500$2/sqft |
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| 10/24/2025 | Sold | $270,000+3.9%$107/sqft |
Source:  Iowa City Area AOR #202506101 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2025 | Pending sale | $259,900$103/sqft |
Source:  CRAAR, CDRMLS #2508231 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $259,900$103/sqft |
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202506101 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,404 -5.6% | $262,870 +3.1% |
| 2024 | $4,666 +1.4% | $255,070 |
| 2023 | $4,602 +4.7% | $255,070 +20.1% |
| 2022 | $4,397 +3.1% | $212,330 |
| 2021 | $4,264 +2% | $212,330 +3.2% |
| 2020 | $4,182 +4.4% | $205,780 |
| 2019 | $4,004 | $205,780 +7.9% |
| 2018 | $4,004 +1.2% | $190,770 |
| 2017 | $3,958 -0.8% | $190,770 +0.4% |
| 2016 | $3,988 +2.1% | $189,960 |
| 2015 | $3,906 -4.2% | $189,960 -3.6% |
| 2014 | $4,076 | $197,150 -7.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $212,270 |
| 2011 | -- | $212,270 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $212,620 |
| 2008 | -- | $212,620 +27% |
| 2005 | $2,934 +2.7% | $167,360 |
| 2004 | $2,858 -0.2% | $167,360 +6.2% |
| 2003 | $2,864 +3.9% | $157,620 |
| 2002 | $2,756 +21.3% | $157,620 +19.7% |
| 2001 | $2,272 | $131,710 |
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Neighborhood: Longfellow
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Longfellow Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Southeast Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 6/10Iowa City High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Longfellow
- 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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