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    • Price cut: $3K (7/1)
    $176,000

    480 Samoa Dr, Iowa City, IA 52246

    2beds
    1,008sqft
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    Condominium, Residential
    Built in 1978
    -- sqft lot
    $173,500 Zestimate®
    $175/sqft
    $200/mo HOA

    What's special

    Inviting open-concept floor planLaundry located upstairsStunning new quartz countertopsNew cabinetry
    This beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath condo blends modern updates seamlessly with timeless charm. Just minutes from UIHC, Kinnick Stadium, shopping, dining, and entertainment, this move-in-ready home offers exceptional convenience with easy access to the bus line. Inside discover an inviting open-concept floor plan creating the perfect gathering space for relaxing or entertaining. The kitchen updated in 2025 shines with new cabinetry, stunning new quartz countertops, and a new sink, faucet, and disposal. New durable luxury vinyl plank (2025) flooring flows throughout the main living areas. Upstairs, the primary bedroom enjoys private access to the full bath, while both bedrooms feature generous closet space & newly installed closet shelving for optimal organization. The laundry located upstairs adds ease to everyday living. The bathrooms have been thoughtfully refreshed in 2025 & 2026 with new vanities, countertops, fixtures, toilets and a beautifully updated tub and surround. The outdoor space is just as appealing, with a sunny front patio complete with planter boxes & a raised garden bed, plus a private fenced rear patio with a shed. A new 2025 furnace offers peace of mind. Full of charm, thoughtful upgrades, and an unbeatable location, this affordable gem is the perfect place to call home.
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    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Tundi Brady 319-621-6600,

    Urban Acres Real Estate,

    Nicki Thompson 319-321-8313,

    Urban Acres Real Estate

    Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202603570MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Living Room Dining Room Combo
      Heating
      • Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
      • Laundry: Upper Level, Laundry Closet
      Features
      • Entrance Foyer, Breakfast Bar
      • Flooring: Carpet, LVP
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,008
      • Total interior livable area: 1,008 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,008
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Guest, Off Street
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Patio
      Details
      • Additional structures: Shed(s)
      • Parcel number: 1017232011
      • Zoning: Residential
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Condo
      • Property subtype: Condominium, Residential
      • Attached to another structure: Yes
      Materials
      • Vinyl, Frame
      • Foundation: Slab
      Condition
      • Year built: 1978

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Grid Tied
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Close To School, Near Shopping, Near Public Transport, Sidewalks
      • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: Westwinds Condominium
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Services included: Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Trash, Maintenance Grounds
      • HOA fee: $2,400 annually
      Location
      • Region: Iowa City

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $175/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $135,590
      • Annual tax amount: $2,364
      • Date on market: 6/3/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

        Estimated market value

        $173,500

        $165,000 - $182,000

        $1,328/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/1/2026Price change$176,000-1.7%$175/sqft
        Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202603570 Report a problem
        6/3/2026Listed for sale$179,000+14%$178/sqft
        Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202603570 Report a problem
        4/25/2025Sold$157,000-1.9%$156/sqft
        Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202501830 Report a problem
        4/12/2025Pending sale$160,000$159/sqft
        Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202501830 Report a problem
        3/20/2025Listed for sale$160,000+52.4%$159/sqft
        Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202501830 Report a problem
        10/18/2013Sold$105,000-4.5%$104/sqft
        Source: Iowa City Area AOR #20132325 Report a problem
        4/24/2013Price change$110,000+1.9%$109/sqft
        Source: Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS #20132325 Report a problem
        3/30/2013Listed for sale$107,900+31.6%$107/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        7/21/2008Sold$82,000-3.5%$81/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        3/15/2008Listed for sale$85,000$84/sqft
        Source: Listhub #20081298 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,170 -7.1%$135,590 +9.2%
        2024$2,335 -3.6%$124,150
        2023$2,422 +4.7%$124,150 +11.1%
        2022$2,315 -3.2%$111,760
        2021$2,390 +1.9%$111,760 +1.1%
        2020$2,346 +9.3%$110,530
        2019$2,146 $110,530 +13.1%
        2018$2,146 +1%$97,700
        2017$2,124 -0.5%$97,700 +0.6%
        2016$2,134 +2%$97,100
        2015$2,092 +1.9%$97,100 +2.4%
        2014$2,052 $94,840
        2012-- $94,840
        2011-- $94,840 +5.9%
        2009-- $89,580
        2008-- $89,580 +29.3%
        2005$1,130 +2.9%$69,260
        2004$1,098 -3.7%$69,260 +2.5%
        2003$1,140 +4.4%$67,570
        2002$1,092 +7.1%$67,570 +5.8%
        2001$1,020 $63,850
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 52246

        Getting around

        35 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        35 / 100
        Some Transit
        59 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Borlaug
        • Middle: Northwest
        • High: West

        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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