Absolutely spectacular newer built home located in the downtown historical district! A perfect combination of Old Iowa City architectural charm and modern construction convenience. This 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home has been meticulously maintained. Light, airy, and ready to move in to. There is a gas fireplace in the living room and the kitchen has a breakfast bar, maple cabinets, and a pantry closet. The living room and dining area have wood floors. The first-floor primary bedroom features a walk-in closet and full bathroom with dual sinks. There are two bedrooms on the second floor, another full bath, and a loft study or work area. The lower-level features LVP floors, another bedroom and full bath, as well as a spacious family room. Parking is provided in a detached, oversized two car garage. New roof (2024) and new furnace and AC (2020). Walk to downtown, parks, and schools.
Sold for $449,000
$449,000
656 S Governor St, Iowa City, IA 52240
4beds
2,724sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 2003
6,969.6 Square Feet Lot
$483,000 Zestimate®
$165/sqft
$2,910 Estimated rent
Home value
$483,000
$459,000 - $507,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
John Sharkey 319-331-3339,
Iowa Realty
Bought with:
Blank & McCune Real Estate
Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202403076
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, In Basement
Features
- Primary On Main Level, High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Breakfast Bar, Pantry
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood, LVP
- Basement: Concrete,Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,724
- Total interior livable area: 2,724 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,874
- Finished area below ground: 850
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Garden
Lot
- Size: 6,969 sqft
- Dimensions: 40 x 174
- Features: Less Than Half Acre, Level, Back Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 1015177006
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl
Condition
- Year built: 2003
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Near Shopping, Close To School
Location
- Region: Iowa City
- Subdivision: Strohms Addition
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/28/2024 | Sold | $449,000$165/sqft |
Source:  Iowa City Area AOR #202403076 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2024 | Listed for sale | $449,000+32.1%$165/sqft |
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202403076 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2020 | Sold | $340,000-2.9%$125/sqft |
Source: Iowa City Area AOR #20196485 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2019 | Pending sale | $350,000$128/sqft |
Source: Blank & McCune, The Real Estate Company #20196485 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2019 | Listed for sale | $350,000$128/sqft |
Source: Blank & McCune, The Real Estate Company #20196485 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,520 -1.3% | $435,840 +7.6% |
| 2024 | $7,619 +2.8% | $405,040 |
| 2023 | $7,410 +4.7% | $405,040 +18.5% |
| 2022 | $7,080 +1% | $341,890 |
| 2021 | $7,010 +1.9% | $341,890 +2.7% |
| 2020 | $6,878 +2.7% | $332,760 |
| 2019 | $6,700 | $332,760 +6.2% |
| 2018 | $6,700 +1.1% | $313,470 |
| 2017 | $6,626 +6.4% | $313,470 +7.4% |
| 2016 | $6,230 +2.1% | $291,940 |
| 2015 | $6,104 +5.7% | $291,940 +5.9% |
| 2014 | $5,776 | $275,720 |
| 2012 | -- | $275,720 |
| 2011 | -- | $275,720 +5.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $261,820 |
| 2008 | -- | $261,820 +14.2% |
| 2005 | $4,072 +800.9% | $229,180 +809.4% |
| 2004 | $452 -71.5% | $25,200 -69.5% |
| 2003 | $1,584 +3.7% | $82,740 |
| 2002 | $1,528 +25.5% | $82,740 +25.4% |
| 2001 | $1,218 | $65,990 |
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Neighborhood: Longfellow
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Longfellow Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Southeast Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 7/10Iowa City High SchoolGrades: 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.
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- 656 S Governor St
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