Lucas Farms Homes for Sale

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$259,900
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,396 Sq Ft
1625 Lower Muscatine Rd, Iowa City, IA 52240

Nicely updated and cared for Iowa City ranch home! Refinished hardwood floors and fresh paint welcome you in the living room with picture window overlooking the front yard. Kitchen offers great natural light, white cabinets, and gas range. Three bedrooms on the main, all with hardwood floors and new ceiling fans/lights. Updated hall bath with tile shower surround and LVP flooring. Lower level

Mike Jensen Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS

1625 Lower Muscatine Rd, Iowa City, IA 52240
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$235,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,748 Sq Ft
1406 Plum St, Iowa City, IA 52240

Great first time home buyer or investment opportunity! Three bedroom ranch home in an excellent location close to schools, shopping and on bus line. Great backyard with shed, patio plus large carport. Freshly refinished hard wood flooring. Updated bath, kitchen and windows plus basement tiling system. Spacious lower level with non-conforming fourth bedroom, family/rec room plus bonus room. Easy

Mike Vermace Vermace Realty

1406 Plum St, Iowa City, IA 52240
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$184,900 Open Sun 12PM - 1:30PM
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 864 Sq Ft
1318 Franklin St, Iowa City, IA 52240

Welcome home to this charming Eastside Iowa City gem—an ideal starter or downsizer nestled on a generous lot in a peaceful, established neighborhood. Built in 1952, this bright and cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath abode spans approximately 864 sq ft, offering easy living with opportunity to personalize. Step inside to a warm living area with classic mid-century details and layout that flows naturally from

Chelsey Riggan Urban Acres Real Estate Corridor

1318 Franklin St, Iowa City, IA 52240
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$259,900 Open Sun 12PM - 1:30PM
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,416 Sq Ft
1410 Pine St, Iowa City, IA 52240

Great opportunity for this ranch style 4 bed 2 bath with quality upgrades! This home features a spacious primary suite with walk in closet in lower level, beautiful LVP flooring, tile in kitchen and bathroom, metal roof, new gutters in 2024 and more. Enjoy the fenced in back yard with patio and recently trimmed mature trees, and all in the lovely Lucas Farms neighborhood. Great location near

Paul Park Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS

1410 Pine St, Iowa City, IA 52240
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$165,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,026 Sq Ft
1009 Highland Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240

Ready & Waiting, move into a home where it's all been done! See this 3 bedroom 1 bath ranch home on a corner lot, almost everything is new, new roof on house, new furnace, central air, tankless water heater, plumbing, electric panel upgraded, many new windows, new paint, carpet, luxury vinyl plank flooring, generously sized new kitchen, all new appliances, fixtures, fenced yard, main floor

Wendy Fountain Sellers & Seekers Real Estate

1009 Highland Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240

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Why Live in Lucas Farms

Lucas Farms, located in the southeast end of Iowa City, is a neighborhood rich in history and community spirit. Named after Iowa's first governor, Robert Lucas, the area features the preserved Plum Grove Historic Home and around 800 houses, many designed by Howard Moffit. Moffit's homes, built in the 1920s using repurposed materials, are unique and part of the National Register of Historic Places. The neighborhood includes a mix of historic homes, mid-20th-century ranch-style houses, and bungalows. Lucas Farms is known for its close-knit community, with an active neighborhood association organizing events such as bike rides, picnics, and history-based celebrations. The area is safer than the national average, with low through traffic due to its location between Route 6 and a train track. Residents enjoy easy access to downtown Iowa City, just 2 miles away, and the Eastern Iowa Airport, 25 miles north. Local attractions include Mercer Park, Highland Park, and Riverfront Crossings Park, offering various recreational activities. The Iowa City Marketplace provides convenient shopping and dining options, while Grizzly's South Side Pub & Grill is a popular local hangout. The neighborhood is served by the highly rated Iowa City Community School District, including City High School, which offers AP classes and a gifted program.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lucas Farms a good place to live?

Lucas Farms is a good place to live. Lucas Farms is considered somewhat walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Lucas Farms has 1 park for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.8 people per acre and a median age of 39. The average household income is $77,364 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 48.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Lucas Farms are home owners, with 36.9% of residents renting and 63.1% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Lucas Farms can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Lucas Farms neighborhood guide.

How much do you need to make to afford a house in Lucas Farms?

The median home price in Lucas Farms is $235,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $47,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,200 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $51K a year to afford the median home price in Lucas Farms. The average household income in Lucas Farms is $77K.

What are the best public schools in Lucas Farms?

The best public schools that serve Lucas Farms are:

City High School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 4.1.
Southeast Junior High School has a B- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 15:1.
Mark Twain Elementary School has a C+ Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 9:1.

What are the best private schools in Lucas Farms?

The best private schools that serve Lucas Farms are:

Regina Catholic Education Center has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
Willowwind School has a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
Faith Academy has a student teacher ratio of 8:1.

What are the most popular zip codes in Lucas Farms, Iowa City, IA?

The most popular zip codes in Lucas Farms, Iowa City, IA include 52240, 52245, 52246, 52241 and 52317.

What are the most popular neighborhoods near Lucas Farms, Iowa City, IA?

The most popular neighborhoods near Lucas Farms, Iowa City, IA are Creekside, Longfellow, Wetherby, Oak Grove and Grant Wood.

Home Trends in Lucas Farms, IA

On average, homes in Lucas Farms, Iowa City sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Lucas Farms, Iowa City over the last 12 months is $238,500, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price

$238,500

Median Single Family Sale Price

$235,000

Average Price Per Sq Ft

$192

Number of Homes for Sale

Last 12 months Home Sales

Months of Supply

1.70

Median List Price

$235,000

Median Change From 1st List Price

Median Home Sale Price YoY Change

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