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Seller's Agent in 2025
Whit Lovelace
Urban Acres Real Estate
(319) 330-3553
1 in this area
58 Total Sales
127 Grove St Iowa City, IA 52246
Manville Heights Neighborhood
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,909
Sq Ft
0.37
Acres
Highlights
- Screened Porch
- Den
- Patio
- City High School Rated A-
- Breakfast Room
- Park
About This Home
As of September 2025Absolutley charming Cape Cod Manville Heights home. This adorable home has charm and history. This 1 1/2 story home sits on large lot with quick access to City Park, the U of I and Hancher Auditiorium. The living room picture window opens up to a vast flat back yard which abuts to a tree lined ravine. The basement has been improved by Tomlinson & Cannon. Sump pump, tiling, Grip tight wall anchoring System with a lifetime warranty.The home has a breeze way for covered access to the garage and shed in the backyard. 2 full and one half baths plus the option to have one more additional bedroom on the main.This historical home has been home to two University of Iowa presidents, Virgil Hancher and Howard Bowen. This property is in an estate and being sold in as is condition.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,028
Year Built
- Built in 1930
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 100 x 160
- Level Lot
- Property is zoned RNS20
Parking
- 1 Parking Space
Home Design
- Frame Construction
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Bookcases
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room Downstairs
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Breakfast Room
- Dining Room
- Den
- Screened Porch
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Plumbed For Ice Maker
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Primary Bedroom Upstairs
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Shed
Location
- Property is near schools
- Property is near shops
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary School
- Southeast Middle School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Floor Furnace
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Internet Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1009105005
Community Details
Overview
- Manville Heights Subdivision
Recreation
- Park
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 11, 2011
Sold by
Kirk William A and Mccartney Elizabeth
Bought by
Kirk William A and Mccartney Elizabeth
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $52,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $148,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $156,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/10/2025 09/10/25 | Sold | $280,000 | -6.6% | $147 / Sq Ft |
| 07/30/2025 07/30/25 | Price Changed | $299,900 | -10.9% | $157 / Sq Ft |
| 07/16/2025 07/16/25 | Price Changed | $336,500 | -3.2% | $176 / Sq Ft |
| 07/15/2025 07/15/25 | For Sale | $347,500 | -- | $182 / Sq Ft |
Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,028 | $330,860 | $117,050 | $213,810 |
| 2023 | $5,816 | $330,860 | $117,050 | $213,810 |
| 2022 | $5,554 | $277,190 | $108,380 | $168,810 |
| 2021 | $5,606 | $277,190 | $108,380 | $168,810 |
| 2020 | $5,606 | $267,850 | $104,040 | $163,810 |
| 2019 | $5,286 | $267,850 | $104,040 | $163,810 |
| 2018 | $5,286 | $249,080 | $95,370 | $153,710 |
| 2017 | $5,366 | $249,080 | $95,370 | $153,710 |
| 2016 | $5,258 | $252,630 | $95,370 | $157,260 |
| 2015 | $5,258 | $252,630 | $95,370 | $157,260 |
| 2014 | $5,144 | $246,550 | $95,370 | $151,180 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Whit Lovelace
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Derick Schroeder
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Derick Schroeder
Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS
(319) 519-4503
1 in this area
56 Total Sales
Map
Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 202504591
APN: 1009105005
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