1639 Ridge Rd Iowa City, IA 52245
Shimek NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,753/month
Highlights
- 0.8 Acre Lot
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Ranch Style House
- Bohumil Shimek Elementary School Rated A-
- Wooded Lot
- Screened Porch
About This Home
This cool, updated midcentury modern ranch home feels like you're in the country but you're only a few minutes drive from downtown Iowa City. Situated on .8 acres, it has a sprawling living room/dining room lined with multiple large windows and features a lovely stone fireplace, oak floors, built-in shelves and desk, plus a charming flagstone planter that could also be made into a window seat. In late Autumn and Winter, enjoy sweeping 180-degree views of the Iowa River, City Park, Hancher Auditorium and much of downtown from the living and dining rooms. The gorgeously renovated kitchen (2024) has a separate cooktop, double wall oven, large pantry, and plenty of counter & cabinet space. The generous primary bedroom has 2 double closets, built-in drawers, and a stunning renovated bath with beautiful walk-in shower, stylish fixtures & tile flooring. The main floor also includes a 2nd bedroom with 3 double closets, a beautifully updated hall bath with walk-in shower, and a large 4-seasons porch with an extra high ceiling & incredible views of the outdoors. Don't miss seeing the especially deep hall closets or the closet turned into a convenient office. The LL includes a huge family/rec room with fireplace that could be converted into a 3rd bedroom. There's also a LL laundry room, full bath, storage/closets, & large garage.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,180
Year Built
- Built in 1958
Lot Details
- 0.8 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 65 x 295 x 50 x 320
- Sloped Lot
- Wooded Lot
Parking
- 4 Parking Spaces
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Frame Construction
Interior Spaces
- Bookcases
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Family Room Downstairs
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Screened Porch
Kitchen
- Built-In Double Oven
- Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Laundry in Basement
Location
- Property is near schools
- Property is near shops
Schools
- Shimek Elementary School
- Southeast Middle School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Internet Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1003279014
Community Details
Overview
- Balls Division Subdivision
Recreation
- Park
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $6,180 | $347,620 | $127,690 | $219,930 |
2023 | $6,152 | $347,620 | $127,690 | $219,930 |
2022 | $5,876 | $296,090 | $127,690 | $168,400 |
2021 | $5,886 | $296,090 | $127,690 | $168,400 |
2020 | $5,886 | $284,110 | $122,580 | $161,530 |
2019 | $5,530 | $284,110 | $122,580 | $161,530 |
2018 | $5,530 | $263,490 | $112,370 | $151,120 |
2017 | $5,394 | $263,490 | $112,370 | $151,120 |
2016 | $5,128 | $257,140 | $102,150 | $154,990 |
2015 | $5,128 | $249,950 | $102,150 | $147,800 |
2014 | $5,052 | $245,560 | $102,150 | $143,410 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
09/26/2025 09/26/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
08/05/2025 08/05/25 | For Sale | $422,000 | -- | $195 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Fiduciary Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 202505005

APN: 1003279014
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