For sale

$299,900

525 S Lucas St, Iowa City, IA 52240

5beds

1,896sqft

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Single Family Residence, Residential

Built in 1900

6,534 Square Feet Lot

$293,200 Zestimate^®

$158/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Parking padFlexible layoutBeautiful hardwood floorsBright living spacesUpdated kitchens

Welcome to 525 S Lucas St, located just a short walk from downtown Iowa City! This spacious 5 bedroom, 2 bath home offers the perfect combination of character, updates, and convenience. Inside you’ll find beautiful hardwood floors, bright living spaces, updated kitchens, and thoughtful improvements throughout designed to maintain and enhance the home for the next owner. The flexible layout provides plenty of room for living, working, or entertaining. Enjoy the outdoor space with a large backyard perfect for relaxing, gardening, gatherings, or pets. The property also features a parking pad with the opportunity to build a future garage. Conveniently located near downtown Iowa City, restaurants, shopping, entertainment, parks, and the University of Iowa. A great opportunity to own a well-maintained home in a highly desirable location!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator
Laundry: In Basement

Features

Other
Flooring: Wood, LVP, Tile
Basement: Block,Daylight,Full,Walk-Out Access,Finished
Has fireplace: No
Fireplace features: None

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,896
Total interior livable area: 1,896 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,150
Finished area below ground: 746

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 4
Parking features: On Street, Parking Pad
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Front Porch
Exterior features: Other

Lot

Size: 6,534 Square Feet
Dimensions: 40 x 162
Features: Less Than Half Acre

Details

Parcel number: 1015104017
Zoning: Residential
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential

Materials

Vinyl, Frame

Condition

Year built: 1900

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Close To School, Near Shopping, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Subdivision: OAK HILL ADDITION

Location

Region: Iowa City

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $158/sqft
Tax assessed value: $258,030
Annual tax amount: $4,528
Date on market: 6/18/2026
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

Estimated market value

$293,200

$279,000 - $308,000

$2,432/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/18/2026	Listed for sale	$299,900+22.4%$158/sqft
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202603893 Report a problem
3/18/2022	Sold	$245,000+2.1%$129/sqft
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202200324 Report a problem
2/14/2022	Contingent	$240,000$127/sqft
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202200324 Report a problem
2/14/2022	Listed for sale	$240,000$127/sqft
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202200324 Report a problem
1/19/2022	Contingent	$240,000$127/sqft
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202200324 Report a problem
1/18/2022	Listed for sale	$240,000+28%$127/sqft
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202200324 Report a problem
6/14/2017	Sold	$187,500-3.8%$99/sqft
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #20171132 Report a problem
2/16/2017	Listed for sale	$195,000+42.3%$103/sqft
Source: Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS #20171132 Report a problem
7/20/2014	Listing removed	$1,700$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
6/20/2014	Price change	$1,700-10.5%$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
5/8/2014	Listed for rent	$1,900$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
1/25/2003	Sold	$137,000$72/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,528 +1.3%	$258,030 +8.5%
2024	$4,472 +9.7%	$237,730
2023	$4,076 +4.7%	$237,730 +26.4%
2022	$3,895 -6.2%	$188,060
2021	$4,152 +7.8%	$188,060 +3.7%
2020	$3,850 +3.6%	$181,350
2019	$3,716	$181,350 +7.2%
2018	$3,716 +4.1%	$169,150 +3.1%
2017	$3,568 -22%	$164,100 -21.1%
2016	$4,574 +2%	$208,090
2015	$4,486 +9.8%	$208,090 +10.2%
2014	$4,086	$188,910 +19.1%
2012	--	$158,660
2011	--	$158,660 +4.5%
2009	--	$151,870
2008	--	$151,870 +47.1%
2005	$1,900 +2.6%	$103,240
2004	$1,852 +4.6%	$103,240 +2.7%
2003	$1,770 +4.1%	$100,520
2002	$1,700 +14.9%	$100,520 +13.1%
2001	$1,480	$88,850

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: Longfellow

Getting around

71 / 100

Very Walkable

43 / 100

Some Transit

67 / 100

Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

6/10
Longfellow Elementary School
Grades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
4/10
Southeast Junior High School
Grades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
6/10
Iowa City High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 1 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.