Tucked at end of a quiet cul-de-sac on a beautifully landscaped .62-acre lot, this exceptional walkout ranch offers 4,300 finished square ft of thoughtfully updated living space & a setting that's a private retreat. Inside, the bright home balances generous scale w/everyday comfort. An expansive living rm, gracious dining rm, & spacious eat-in kitchen create inviting spaces for entertaining & daily life. Just off the kitchen, a light filled sunroom w/ built-ins & heated floor is perfect for relaxing & is a delightful transition to custom deck overlooking stunning backyard. Primary suite has fabulous walk-in closet & gorgeous bath & opens to deck, a retreat. W/5 BRs + office, there's flexibility for family, guests, hobbies, & work-from-home needs. The walkout lower level expands the living space with a dedicated office, recreation area, & plenty of room to gather. Outdoors this property truly shines. Mature landscaping, beautiful views, programmable trim lighting & exceptional privacy create the perfect atmosphere. Whether enjoying morning coffee in the sunroom, hosting friends on the deck, or unwinding in the hot tub, the outdoor spaces are every bit as impressive as the home itself. For the past 10 yrs, these sellers have lovingly cared for & improved this home & property and there is nothing else quite like this gem.
Sold for $710,000
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$710,000
42 Kensington Ct, Iowa City, IA 52245
5beds
4,300sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1995
0.62 Acres Lot
$710,000 Zestimate®
$165/sqft
$4,372 Estimated rent
Home value
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Hot tubExceptional privacyBeautiful viewsMature landscapingSpacious eat-in kitchenBright homeQuiet cul-de-sac
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Listed by:
Leslie Fitzpatrick 319-594-9869,
Blank & McCune Real Estate
Bought with:
Tim Lehman
Edge Realty Group
Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202603577
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Library Or Office, Living Room, Primary Bath
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Oven, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Bookcases, High Ceilings, Tray Ceiling(s), Entrance Foyer, Wet Bar, Primary On Main Level, Solarium, Breakfast Area, Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Central Vacuum
- Flooring: Carpet, LVP, Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Full,Concrete,Walk-Out Access,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, In LL
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,300
- Total interior livable area: 4,300 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,500
- Finished area below ground: 1,800
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Off Street, On Street
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Garden, Sprinkler System, Other
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated
Lot
- Size: 0.62 Acres
- Dimensions: 52 x 175 x 255 x 175
- Features: Half To One Acre, Cul-De-Sac, Back Yard, Other
Details
- Parcel number: 0918152007
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl, Frame
Condition
- Year built: 1995
Details
- Builder name: Terry Ruess
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Indoor air quality: Active Radon
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Close To School, Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: WINDSOR RIDGE
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Iowa City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $165/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $596,940
- Annual tax amount: $10,677
- Date on market: 6/3/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/10/2026 | Sold | $710,000$165/sqft |
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| 6/7/2026 | Pending sale | $710,000$165/sqft |
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| 6/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $710,000+61.4%$165/sqft |
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| 7/15/2016 | Sold | $440,000+1.1%$102/sqft |
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| 7/14/2016 | Pending sale | $435,000$101/sqft |
Source: Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS #20161723 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2016 | Price change | $435,000-3.3%$101/sqft |
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| 3/14/2016 | Price change | $450,000-2.2%$105/sqft |
Source: Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS #20160192 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2015 | Price change | $460,000+0%$107/sqft |
Source: Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS #20155869 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2015 | Price change | $459,900-4.2%$107/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #20153529 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2015 | Price change | $479,900-4%$112/sqft |
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| 5/20/2015 | Price change | $499,900-3.8%$116/sqft |
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| 4/14/2015 | Listed for sale | $519,900$121/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,678 +1.3% | $596,940 +6.5% |
| 2024 | $10,544 +5.4% | $560,520 |
| 2023 | $10,007 +4.7% | $560,520 +21.4% |
| 2022 | $9,561 +1.4% | $461,680 |
| 2021 | $9,426 +1.9% | $461,680 +5.9% |
| 2020 | $9,254 +0.2% | $435,900 |
| 2019 | $9,238 | $435,900 +3.7% |
| 2018 | $9,238 +1.1% | $420,430 |
| 2017 | $9,140 +5.8% | $420,430 +7% |
| 2016 | $8,640 +5.7% | $393,090 +3.7% |
| 2015 | $8,172 -1.2% | $379,140 -0.9% |
| 2014 | $8,272 | $382,440 |
| 2012 | -- | $382,440 |
| 2011 | -- | $382,440 +0.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $379,320 |
| 2008 | -- | $379,320 +6.4% |
| 2005 | $6,558 +2.5% | $356,510 |
| 2004 | $6,396 -0.5% | $356,510 +6.2% |
| 2003 | $6,426 +3.6% | $335,700 |
| 2002 | $6,202 +15.8% | $335,700 +15.7% |
| 2001 | $5,356 | $290,240 |
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Neighborhood: Windsor Ridge
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GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Herbert Hoover Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Southeast Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 6/10Iowa City High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hoover
- 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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