Seller's Agent in 2025
Julie Dancer
Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS
(319) 310-5522
22 in this area
342 Total Sales
1531 Center Ave Iowa City, IA 52240
Longfellow Neighborhood
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,706
Sq Ft
4,792
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Deck
- Corner Lot
- Breakfast Bar
- City High School Rated A-
- Fenced Yard
- 4-minute walk to Longfellow Nature Trail
About This Home
As of June 2025Charming and fully restored 3-bed, 1.5-bath Moffitt cottage in Iowa City, featuring a picturesque stone front and original hardwood floors. Enjoy a remodeled eat-in kitchen with coastal blue tile backsplash, white solid surface countertops, custom cabinets, and new stainless steel appliances. Relax on the oversized backyard deck and landscaped yard. The primary bedroom offers two closets and a cozy sitting area. Updated bathrooms, a basement with laundry and storage space, and an attached one-car garage complete the home. Conveniently located near a bus stop. This is a true gem!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,866
Year Built
- Built in 1939
Lot Details
- 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 66 x 75
- Fenced Yard
- Corner Lot
- Level Lot
- Garden
Parking
- 1 Parking Space
Home Design
- Frame Construction
Interior Spaces
- 1,706 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Bookcases
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Upstairs
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Location
- Property is near schools
- Property is near shops
Schools
- Longfellow Elementary School
- Southeast Middle School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Internet Available
Community Details
- Built by Moffitt
- Rundell Addition Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1014212001
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 26, 2025
Closed on
Jun 18, 2025
Sold by
Jodean M Hansen Revocable Trust and Hansen Jodean M
Bought by
Lauer Geoffrey
Seller's Agent
Julie Dancer
Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS
Buyer's Agent
Jeff Edberg
Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS
List Price
$320,000
Sold Price
$315,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.56%
Views
6
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.47%
Original Mortgage
$236,250
Outstanding Balance
$236,250
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$78,411
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 13, 2024
Sold by
Hansen Jody M and Hansen Marc H
Bought by
Jodean M Hansen Revocable Trust and Hansen
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 1, 2022
Closed on
Mar 7, 2023
Sold by
Jade Management Llc
Bought by
Hansen Jody M and Hansen Marc H
Seller's Agent
Julie Dancer
Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS
Buyer's Agent
Julie Dancer
Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS
List Price
$318,000
Sold Price
$290,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$28,000
-8.81%
Views
212
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.29%
Original Mortgage
$170,000
Interest Rate
6.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 10, 2021
Sold by
Funk Clarence L
Bought by
Funk Cindy M
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $315,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $315,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $290,000 | -- | |
| Fiduciary Deed | -- | Shaw Melvin O |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $236,250 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $236,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $170,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $342,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $15,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $145,800 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/20/2025 06/20/25 | Sold | $315,000 | -1.6% | $185 / Sq Ft |
| 04/24/2025 04/24/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/26/2025 03/26/25 | For Sale | $320,000 | +10.3% | $188 / Sq Ft |
| 03/07/2023 03/07/23 | Sold | $290,000 | -3.0% | $214 / Sq Ft |
| 03/01/2023 03/01/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/12/2023 01/12/23 | Price Changed | $299,000 | -2.3% | $221 / Sq Ft |
| 12/12/2022 12/12/22 | Price Changed | $306,000 | -3.8% | $226 / Sq Ft |
| 12/01/2022 12/01/22 | For Sale | $318,000 | +67.4% | $235 / Sq Ft |
| 08/17/2022 08/17/22 | Sold | $190,000 | 0.0% | $140 / Sq Ft |
| 07/06/2022 07/06/22 | For Sale | $190,000 | -- | $140 / 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 | $4,866 | $276,190 | $60,290 | $215,900 |
| 2023 | $4,578 | $276,190 | $60,290 | $215,900 |
| 2022 | $4,188 | $211,190 | $60,290 | $150,900 |
| 2021 | $4,242 | $211,190 | $60,290 | $150,900 |
| 2020 | $4,242 | $204,770 | $58,210 | $146,560 |
| 2019 | $3,946 | $204,770 | $58,210 | $146,560 |
| 2018 | $3,946 | $188,140 | $54,050 | $134,090 |
| 2017 | $3,850 | $188,140 | $54,050 | $134,090 |
| 2016 | $3,770 | $183,650 | $49,900 | $133,750 |
| 2015 | $3,770 | $183,650 | $49,900 | $133,750 |
| 2014 | $3,644 | $177,200 | $49,900 | $127,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Julie Dancer
-
Jeff Edberg
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jeff Edberg
Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS
(319) 331-6187
5 in this area
167 Total Sales
-
Adam Schweickert
A
Seller's Agent in 2022
Adam Schweickert
Urban Acres Real Estate
(319) 383-8084
3 in this area
48 Total Sales
-
Mark Paterno
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Mark Paterno
Urban Acres Real Estate
(319) 936-7447
4 in this area
146 Total Sales
Map
Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 202501966
APN: 1014212001
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