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Sold for $260,000
    • $260,000

    509 3rd Ave, Iowa City, IA 52245

    3beds
    1,271sqft
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1940
    9,147 Square Feet Lot
    $264,300 Zestimate®
    $205/sqft
    $1,884 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $264,300

    $251,000 - $278,000

    $1,884/mo

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    What's special

    This sweet 1940s home has vintage charm with tasteful modern updates throughout. Backing to green space of Chadek Green Park, enjoy unmatched privacy -- no neighbors behind, just tranquil park views. The main level includes an inviting living room, dining room perfect for entertaining, a cozy sunroom filled with natural light, a main-floor bedroom, convenient mudroom, and fully renovated kitchen & bathroom. The updated kitchen features slate stainless steel appliances, new countertops, and white-painted maple cabinets with soft-close hinges. A stylish tile backsplash adds the perfect finishing touch. The bathroom has been completely remodeled with a clean, modern look and features beautiful subway-tiled shower. Just off the kitchen, the mudroom is a great drop zone and leads to both the backyard and the basement with washer and dryer hookups. Upstairs, is a charming bedroom, a second non-conforming bedroom or study -- and a cleverly converted attic area that now serves as a generous walk-in closet. With its combination of historic character, thoughtful updates, and an unbeatable location, this home is truly one of a kind. There are 2 convenient driveway options; A front driveway & also alley access to back where gravel driveway can be maintained, or improved to cement - with plenty of room for a garage addition. New roof 2025.

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    Listed by:

    Tundi Brady 319-621-6600,

    Urban Acres Real Estate,

    Nicki Thompson 319-321-8313,

    Urban Acres Real Estate

    Bought with:

    Skogman Realty Co.

    Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202503771MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Living Room
    Heating
    • Electric, Natural Gas, Forced Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: In Basement
    Features
    • Solarium, Other
    • Flooring: Carpet, LVP
    • Windows: Double Pane Windows
    • Basement: Block,Partial,Unfinished
    • Has fireplace: No
    • Fireplace features: None
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,271
    • Total interior livable area: 1,271 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,271
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Off Street, Parking Pad
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Exterior features: Garden
    Lot
    • Size: 9,147 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 51 x 150 x 70 x 150
    • Features: Less Than Half Acre, Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1014111001
    • Zoning: Residential
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
    Materials
    • Frame, Steel
    Condition
    • Year built: 1940

    Utilities & green energy

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

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Park, Playground, Sidewalks, Near Shopping, Close To School
    • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
    • Subdivision: East Iowa City
    HOA
    • Services included: None
    Location
    • Region: Iowa City

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $205/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $169,080
    • Annual tax amount: $2,944
    • Date on market: 6/6/2025
    • Listing terms: Conventional,Cash

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/10/2025Listing removed$2,200$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    11/16/2025Listed for rent$2,200$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    8/1/2025Sold$260,000+0%$205/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202503771 Report a problem
    7/24/2025Pending sale$259,900$204/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202503771 Report a problem
    6/6/2025Listed for sale$259,900+85.6%$204/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202503771 Report a problem
    3/31/2025Sold$140,000$110/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202501428 Report a problem
    3/4/2025Listed for sale$140,000$110/sqft
    Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202501428 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,982 +1.3%$169,080 +8%
    2024$2,945 +6.1%$156,540
    2023$2,775 +4.7%$156,540 +22.3%
    2022$2,651 +1.4%$128,030
    2021$2,616 +1.9%$128,030 +5.8%
    2020$2,568 +5.1%$120,980
    2019$2,444 $120,980 +8.8%
    2018$2,444 +1.1%$111,210
    2017$2,418 -2%$111,210 -0.9%
    2016$2,468 +2%$112,260
    2015$2,420 -4.9%$112,260 -4.6%
    2014$2,544 $117,630 +1.4%
    2012-- $116,030
    2011-- $116,030 +1.2%
    2009-- $114,670
    2008-- $114,670 +24.6%
    2005$1,694 +2.5%$92,040
    2004$1,652 +0.7%$92,040 +7.5%
    2003$1,640 +3.7%$85,640
    2002$1,582 +4.8%$85,640 +4.7%
    2001$1,510 $81,770
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    Neighborhood: Creekside

    Nearby schools

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    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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