Pending

$295,000

617 Bowery St, Iowa City, IA 52240

4beds

1,512sqft

$2,106/mo

Get pre-qualified

Single Family Residence, Residential

Built in 1900

0.8 Acres Lot

$291,000 Zestimate^®

$195/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Detached garageFunctional floor planTwo-story layoutTouches of original characterMain-level bedroomCharming front porchAbundant storage throughout

4-bedroom, 2-bath home offering flexibility for investment or owner-occupancy in an incredible location near downtown and the University of Iowa campus. This two-story layout features three bedrooms plus a bonus room upstairs, with an additional main-level bedroom that could easily serve as a dining room if desired. The home offers touches of original character, a functional floor plan, and abundant storage throughout. Enjoy a charming front porch, detached garage, and great potential for future customization or value-add opportunities. A fantastic option for buyers looking for location, versatility, and long-term upside.

163 days

23

0

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Rooms

Room types: Bonus Room

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room

Features

Entrance Foyer, Breakfast Area, Pantry
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Basement: Full,Unfinished
Has fireplace: No
Fireplace features: None

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,512
Total interior livable area: 1,512 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,512
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: Garage
Has garage: Yes

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Front Porch

Lot

Size: 0.8 Acres
Dimensions: 50 x 70
Features: Half To One Acre

Details

Parcel number: 1015137005
Zoning: Residential
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Frame

Condition

Year built: 1900

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Cable Available

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Subdivision: NA

HOA

Services included: None

Location

Region: Iowa City

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $195/sqft
Tax assessed value: $278,360
Annual tax amount: $4,874
Date on market: 2/13/2026
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

Estimated market value

$291,000

$276,000 - $306,000

$2,107/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
2/23/2026	Pending sale	$295,000$195/sqft
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202601148 Report a problem
2/13/2026	Listed for sale	$295,000$195/sqft
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202601148 Report a problem
10/9/2025	Listing removed	$2,200$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
10/8/2025	Listed for rent	$2,200$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
10/14/2024	Listing removed	$2,200+7.8%$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
1/26/2024	Listing removed	--
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
11/1/2023	Listed for rent	$2,040+2%$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
1/7/2019	Listing removed	$2,000$1/sqft
Source: Apartments in Iowa City Report a problem
12/11/2018	Listed for rent	$2,000$1/sqft
Source: Apartments in Iowa City Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,874 +1.3%	$278,360 +8.8%
2024	$4,813 +1.9%	$255,860
2023	$4,721 +4.7%	$255,860 +17.5%
2022	$4,511 -0.7%	$217,830
2021	$4,542 +1.9%	$217,830 +3.7%
2020	$4,458 +3.3%	$210,020
2019	$4,314	$210,020 +7%
2018	$4,314 +1.1%	$196,360
2017	$4,268 +3.1%	$196,360 +4.2%
2016	$4,140 +2%	$188,360
2015	$4,060 +5.1%	$188,360 +5.5%
2014	$3,862	$178,520 +6%
2012	--	$168,380
2011	--	$168,380 +5.2%
2009	--	$160,060
2008	--	$160,060 +42.6%
2005	$2,064 +2.5%	$112,220
2004	$2,014 -3.4%	$112,220 +3.1%
2003	$2,084 +3.7%	$108,850
2002	$2,010 +9.2%	$108,850 +9.2%
2001	$1,840	$99,670

Find assessor info on the county website

Monthly payment

Est. payment

Payment breakdown

Explore the cost of this home by adjusting the details. Changes won't be saved.

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

All calculations are estimates and provided by Zillow, Inc. for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary.

HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.

Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.

See how much you could borrow to make a competitive offer.

Get pre-qualified

Climate risks

Neighborhood: 52240

Getting around

84 / 100

Very Walkable

39 / 100

Some Transit

73 / 100

Very Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

6/10
Longfellow Elementary School
Grades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
4/10
Southeast Junior High School
Grades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
6/10
Iowa City High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 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.