Step into the timeless charm of this two-story home, built in 1900 and nestled in the sought-after historic Brown Street District. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, this character-filled home offers the warmth and architectural appeal you’d expect from a turn-of-the-century property. With its inviting spaces, historic setting, and undeniable charm, this is a wonderful opportunity to own a piece of Iowa City history while making it your own. Located in one of the city’s most distinctive neighborhoods, you’ll love being surrounded by beautiful historic homes and the unique character that makes the Brown Street District so special. Home is part of the historic district, Iowa City's Historic Preservation Handbook rules apply.
Pending
$249,000
629 N Governor St, Iowa City, IA 52245
3beds
1,230sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1900
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$247,800 Zestimate®
$202/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two-story homeWarmth and architectural appealCharacter-filled homeInviting spaces
- 21 days
- 1,745
- 69
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jess Andersen 319-360-6445,
Edge Realty Group
Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202604996
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Breakfast Area
- Flooring: Carpet, Engineered Wood
- Basement: Block,Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,230
- Total interior livable area: 1,230 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,230
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: On Street, Parking Pad
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
Lot
- Size: 4,356 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 75 x 60
- Features: Less Than Half Acre
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1010110001
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl, Frame
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Details
- Builder name: No
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Indoor air quality: Active Radon
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Close To School, Near Shopping, Near Public Transport, Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Brown Street
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Iowa City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $202/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $219,490
- Annual tax amount: $3,916
- Date on market: 8/13/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$247,800
$235,000 - $260,000
$1,807/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/18/2026 | Pending sale | $249,000$202/sqft |
Source:  CRAAR, CDRMLS #2605768 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $249,000+8.7%$202/sqft |
Source:  Iowa City Area AOR #202604996 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/8/2022 | Sold | $229,000+1.8%$186/sqft |
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202203839 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2022 | Contingent | $225,000$183/sqft |
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| 6/30/2022 | Listed for sale | $225,000$183/sqft |
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| 6/30/2022 | Listing removed | $225,000$183/sqft |
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| 6/23/2022 | Contingent | $225,000$183/sqft |
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| 6/17/2022 | Listed for sale | $225,000$183/sqft |
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| 6/17/2022 | Listing removed | $225,000$183/sqft |
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202203315 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2022 | Listed for sale | $225,000$183/sqft |
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| 6/5/2022 | Contingent | $225,000$183/sqft |
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| 6/4/2022 | Listed for sale | $225,000+56.8%$183/sqft |
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| 7/10/2020 | Sold | $143,500-13%$117/sqft |
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202003384 Report a problem | ||
| 7/6/2020 | Pending sale | $164,900$134/sqft |
Source: Blank & McCune, The Real Estate Company #202003384 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2020 | Listed for sale | $164,900$134/sqft |
Source: Blank & McCune, The Real Estate Company #202003384 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,916 +1.2% | $219,490 +6.7% |
| 2024 | $3,868 +20.2% | $205,620 |
| 2023 | $3,217 +4.7% | $205,620 +38.5% |
| 2022 | $3,074 -10.5% | $148,420 |
| 2021 | $3,434 +2% | $148,420 -11.3% |
| 2020 | $3,366 +5.5% | $167,390 |
| 2019 | $3,190 | $167,390 +8.9% |
| 2018 | $3,190 +1.2% | $153,720 |
| 2017 | $3,152 -0.1% | $153,720 +1.1% |
| 2016 | $3,154 +2.1% | $151,980 |
| 2015 | $3,088 +4.2% | $151,980 +4.3% |
| 2014 | $2,964 | $145,700 +3.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $140,750 |
| 2011 | -- | $140,750 +1.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $138,560 |
| 2008 | -- | $138,560 +34.5% |
| 2005 | $1,750 +2.7% | $103,050 |
| 2004 | $1,704 +3.1% | $103,050 +9.2% |
| 2003 | $1,652 +4% | $94,370 |
| 2002 | $1,588 +8% | $94,370 +6.9% |
| 2001 | $1,470 | $88,280 |
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Neighborhood: Northside
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mann
- 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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