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Sold for $205,000
  • $205,000

    505 N 2nd Ave, Washington, IA 52353

    3beds
    1,457sqft
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1926
    9,583 Square Feet Lot
    $205,100 Zestimate®
    $141/sqft
    $1,615 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $205,100

    Estimated sales range

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    $1,615/mo

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    What's special

    This charming two-story home blends timeless character with thoughtful updates completed over the past 5 years. Situated on a spacious corner lot, you’ll enjoy convenient access to downtown, the Kewash Trail, & the Washington YMCA. Inside, a bright & open floor plan welcomes you with an updated kitchen & a formal dining room featuring a classic built-in hutch. Unique architectural details throughout, including arched doorways, glass doorknobs, a vintage phone nook repurposed as a plant display, & an antique French door leading to the basement. White trim highlights the main level, while the upper level showcases beautifully preserved 1920s woodwork, creating a perfect blend of modern updates & original charm. The living room features large picture windows & a decorative fireplace. Upstairs, you’ll find three bedrooms & a recently updated bathroom with excellent storage, along with a charming cat nook & pull-down attic access. The attic has been spray-foamed to enhance energy efficiency. The lower level offers versatile space with storage, built-ins, crafting area, fruit room, & full bathroom. Fenced backyard with patio & garden shed. Insulated & reinforced attached garage. Addit'l updates: radon mitigation, a tankless water heater, & RO system. Major improvements within 10 yrs inc'l electrical, plumbing, roof, windows, and HVAC.

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    Listed by:

    Jessica Hochstedler Yoder 319-430-3311,

    KALONA REALTY, INC.

    Bought with:

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    Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202602553MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Rooms
    • Room types: Dining Room, Great Room
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Microwave, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Solar Hot Water
    • Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
    Features
    • Entrance Foyer, Other
    • Flooring: Carpet, LVP
    • Basement: Full,Unfinished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Living Room, Other
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,457
    • Total interior livable area: 1,457 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,457
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached
    • Has attached garage: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Patio, Front Porch
    Lot
    • Size: 9,583 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 72 x 132
    • Features: Less Than Half Acre, Corner Lot, Level, Sloped
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1117181007
    • Zoning: Residential
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
    Materials
    • Vinyl, Wood, Frame
    Condition
    • Year built: 1926

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    Green energy
    • Indoor air quality: Active Radon

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Near Shopping, Sidewalks, Street Lights
    • Subdivision: Denny's Addition
    Location
    • Region: Washington

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $141/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $156,800
    • Annual tax amount: $3,092
    • Date on market: 4/16/2026
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/12/2026Sold$205,000$141/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202602553 Report a problem
    4/26/2026Pending sale$205,000$141/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202602553 Report a problem
    4/16/2026Listed for sale$205,000+57.7%$141/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202602553 Report a problem
    2/18/2022Sold$130,000-6.5%$89/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202105895 Report a problem
    11/15/2021Price change$139,000-4.1%$95/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202105895 Report a problem
    11/2/2021Listed for sale$145,000+26.1%$100/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202105895 Report a problem
    11/7/2018Sold$115,000$79/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #20185820 Report a problem
    10/29/2018Pending sale$115,000$79/sqft
    Source: Elliott Realty Group #20185820 Report a problem
    10/8/2018Listed for sale$115,000$79/sqft
    Source: Elliott Realty Group #20185820 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,092 +2.3%$156,800 +7.5%
    2024$3,022 +7.9%$145,900
    2023$2,802 +12%$145,900 +25.6%
    2022$2,502 +2%$116,200
    2021$2,452 +2.4%$116,200 +4%
    2020$2,394 +13.9%$111,700
    2019$2,102 +17.3%$111,700 +16%
    2018$1,792 $96,300 +12.1%
    2017$1,792 +10.5%$85,900 +7.9%
    2016$1,622 +1%$79,600 -1.2%
    2015$1,606 +3.1%$80,600
    2014$1,558 +0.9%$80,600
    2013$1,544 -3.1%$80,600
    2012$1,594 +7.3%--
    2011$1,486 +3.6%--
    2010$1,434 +1.7%--
    2009$1,410 +8.8%--
    2008$1,296 +1.7%--
    2007$1,274 --
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 52353

    Nearby schools

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    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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