$229,750

1261 Elmhurst Dr NE Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Estimated payment $1,516/month

Total Views 3,684
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,714 Sq Ft
$134 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Fenced Yard
  • Deck
  • Screened Porch
  • Living Room

About This Home

Charming, Updated, and Tucked Away Near Mt. Mercy University! This home sits on a quiet street just steps from the historic and scenic Mt. Mercy campus, offering a peaceful setting with easy access to everything. Inside, you’ll love the refinished hardwood floors on the main level and the updated kitchen, perfect for everyday living or entertaining. Major updates include a new furnace and roof (2024)—giving you comfort and peace of mind. Enjoy your morning coffee on the front porch, or take in the beauty of the beautiful lot filled with mature trees! This home blends classic charm with thoughtful updates in a neighborhood that feels like home! Schedule your private showing today!

Listing Agent

Michelle Erickson

CENTURY 21 Signature Real Estate Listed on: 08/08/2025

CENTURY 21 Signature Real Estate

Co-Listing Agent

Tyra McAbee

CENTURY 21 Signature Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,104

Year Built

  • Built in 1918

Lot Details

  • 0.35 Acre Lot
  • Fenced Yard

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,714 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Trailside Elementary School
  • Franklin Middle School
  • Washington High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Internet Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 14152-53032-00000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,104

Year Built

Built in 1918

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: SINGLE FAMILY/ACREAGE
  • Total Sq Ft: 1714
  • Owner Name L F Mi: Kolbet
  • Ownership Type: Single Family
  • Photo Code: Broker Loaded
  • Remarks: Please make sure the "old" lock is locked on front door. New deadbolt does not work!!
  • Year Built: 1918
  • Tax Year Report: 2024
  • Directions: Right onto Oakland Rd NE, left on Elmhurst Dr NE, destination on right
  • L O1 Dues Paid: y
  • L O2 Dues Paid: y
  • Amenities: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Basement Remarks: Full
  • Fireplace Type Location: None
  • Interior R: Other
  • Kitchen Breakfast R: Kit/Dining Rm Comb
  • Lot Description R: Less than .5 Acre
  • Possession R: At Closing
  • Possible Finance R: Cash, Conventional
  • Stories Style R: 2 Story
  • Remarks2: Charming, Updated, and Tucked Away Near Mt. Mercy University! This home sits on a quiet street just steps from the historic and scenic Mt. Mercy campus, offering a peaceful setting with easy access to everything. Inside, you’ll love the refinished hardwood floors on the main level and the updated kitchen, perfect for everyday living or entertaining. Major updates include a new furnace and roof (2024)—giving you comfort and peace of mind. Enjoy your morning coffee on the front porch, or take in the beauty of the beautiful lot filled with mature trees! This home blends classic charm with thoughtful updates in a neighborhood that feels like home! Schedule your private showing today!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Number Bedrooms Upper: 2
  • Number Bedrooms Main: 1
  • Sq Ft Above: 1714
  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Total Half Baths: 1
  • Number of Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Mstr Br Level: Main
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • ExteriorFeatures: Deck, Fenced Yard, Screen Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 2 Cars

Utilities

  • Internet: Yes
  • Water Sewer: City Sewer, City Water
  • Heating Cooling: Gas, Central, Forced Air

Schools

  • Elementary School: Trailside
  • Middle School: Franklin
  • High School: Washington
  • High School: Washington
  • Jr Middle School: Franklin
  • Elementary School: Trailside

Lot Info

  • Acreage: 0.35
  • Geo Subdivision: IA
  • Lot Dimensions: 15,498
  • Zoning: Residential

Tax Info

  • Gross Tax County City: 3195
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 14152-53032-00000

Map

Range of Values:

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2023 $3,104 $187,600 $38,500 $149,100
2022 $2,960 $156,000 $38,500 $117,500
2021 $2,866 $151,800 $38,500 $113,300
2020 $2,866 $138,500 $30,800 $107,700
2019 $2,802 $138,500 $30,800 $107,700
2018 $2,708 $138,500 $30,800 $107,700
2017 $2,387 $110,200 $30,800 $79,400
2016 $2,387 $112,300 $32,700 $79,600
2015 $2,885 $135,559 $38,520 $97,039
2014 $2,700 $146,721 $38,520 $108,201
2013 $2,870 $146,721 $38,520 $108,201
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/08/2025 08/08/25 For Sale $229,750 +28.7% $134 / Sq Ft
12/30/2024 12/30/24 Sold $178,500 -6.0% $104 / Sq Ft
11/30/2024 11/30/24 Pending -- -- --
11/27/2024 11/27/24 For Sale $189,900 -- $111 / Sq Ft
Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $178,500 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

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Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 202505085

Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 14152-53032-00000