Seller's Agent in 2025
Lisa Vecerka
Realty87
(319) 533-8336
1 in this area
37 Total Sales
1917 8th Ave SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Vernon Heights Neighborhood
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,293
Sq Ft
1920
Built
Highlights
- Formal Dining Room
- Patio
- Fenced
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of April 2025Nature Meets City Living! If you love the feeling of being surrounded by nature while still enjoying the convenience of city life, you're going to fall in love with this unique 3-bedroom home.
Beautiful original woodwork throughout, adding charm and character to the home. A cozy cabin-like or nature-inspired feel on the inside, making it the ideal retreat from the everyday hustle and bustle. Spacious kitchen and dining area, perfect for cooking and entertaining. Basement and garage area for storage. Ideal for tools, equipment, or outdoor gear. Bonus room perfect for a large walk-in closet. Upper-level balcony/terrace with scenic views. Secluded backyard with newer landscaping, including a large pergola attached to a concrete patio – excellent for relaxing or entertaining. A peaceful, private neighborhood offering tranquility and a nature-inspired atmosphere In the warmer months, the backyard transforms into a lush oasis—your very own nature escape. Located less than 3 miles from sought-after destinations: New Bo/Czech Village : Downtown :Prairie Creek Fishery: Indian Creek Nature Center : Sac and Fox Trail.
Don't miss the chance to make this unique house your own!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,430
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Home Design
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,293 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Formal Dining Room
- Basement
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Upstairs
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Off-Street Parking
Schools
- Grant Wood Elementary School
- Mckinley Middle School
- Washington High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Additional Features
- Patio
- Fenced
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 142248300900000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 21, 2025
Closed on
Apr 27, 2025
Sold by
Gordon Ashley E
Bought by
Lee Katherine M
Seller's Agent
Lisa Vecerka
Realty87
Buyer's Agent
Amanda Haugen
Realty87
List Price
$139,000
Sold Price
$139,000
Views
35
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$16
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.02%
Original Mortgage
$136,482
Outstanding Balance
$135,999
Interest Rate
6.65%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$3,017
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 24, 2016
Closed on
May 19, 2016
Sold by
Jensen Chris
Bought by
Gordon Ashley E
Seller's Agent
Deanna Howard
IOWA REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Vecerka
Realty87
List Price
$69,000
Sold Price
$67,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,000
-2.9%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.50%
Original Mortgage
$64,990
Interest Rate
3.59%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 12, 2004
Sold by
Bruns Daniel M and Bruns Karen P
Bought by
Jensen Chris
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$89,550
Interest Rate
6.35%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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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 | $139,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Attorney | |
| Warranty Deed | $99,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $136,482 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $64,990 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $89,550 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/28/2025 04/28/25 | Sold | $139,000 | 0.0% | $108 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/27/2025 02/27/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/21/2025 02/21/25 | For Sale | $139,000 | +107.5% | $108 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/20/2016 05/20/16 | Sold | $67,000 | -2.9% | $52 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/10/2016 04/10/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/24/2016 03/24/16 | For Sale | $69,000 | -- | $53 / Sq Ft |
Source: Cedar Rapids 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,420 | $103,700 | $32,300 | $71,400 |
| 2024 | $1,750 | $87,100 | $27,000 | $60,100 |
| 2023 | $1,750 | $90,700 | $27,000 | $63,700 |
| 2022 | $1,716 | $91,800 | $24,800 | $67,000 |
| 2021 | $1,626 | $91,800 | $24,800 | $67,000 |
| 2020 | $1,626 | $82,300 | $21,600 | $60,700 |
| 2019 | $1,714 | $88,000 | $21,600 | $66,400 |
| 2018 | $1,618 | $88,000 | $21,600 | $66,400 |
| 2017 | $1,566 | $80,400 | $21,600 | $58,800 |
| 2016 | $1,739 | $81,800 | $21,600 | $60,200 |
| 2015 | $1,819 | $85,459 | $21,560 | $63,899 |
| 2014 | $1,634 | $81,908 | $21,560 | $60,348 |
| 2013 | $1,520 | $81,908 | $21,560 | $60,348 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lisa Vecerka
-
Amanda Haugen
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Amanda Haugen
Realty87
1 in this area
114 Total Sales
-
Deanna Howard
Seller's Agent in 2016
Deanna Howard
IOWA REALTY
(319) 929-3836
1 in this area
87 Total Sales
Map
Source: Cedar Rapids Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 2501176
APN: 14224-83009-00000
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