$540,000
SOLD JUL 18, 2025
5 Beds
4.5 Baths
2,596 Sq Ft
5,227 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$208 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

30 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Formal Dining Room
  • City High School Rated A-
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Library

About This Home

As of July 2025

Charming 1920s Bella Vista gem just steps from downtown Iowa City! Nestled on a quiet enclave of only 8 homes, this one-of-a-kind property offers winter views of the Iowa River and City Park and is directly across from the river near Hancher Auditorium. Longtime owner since 1974 added a stunning 1991 expansion featuring a versatile studio with private entrance, kitchen and full bath—ideal for guests, in-laws or rental income. The main level includes a half bath for guests, along with a spacious primary suite with deck access, full bath and double closets. Upstairs offers 3 additional bedrooms and 2 full baths. Original hardwood floors, a beautiful fireplace, French doors and rich woodwork bring timeless character. Bonus: an additional sub-lot adds value and space. Property has functioned as a B&B and studio rental. Being sold as-is.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jill Armstrong

Skogman Realty Co. Listed on: 06/11/2025

Skogman Realty Co.

Last Buyer's Agent

Ross Nusser

Urban Acres Real Estate Corridor

Urban Acres Real Estate Corridor

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,714

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space

Home Design

  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Library

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Bedroom Suite

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Location

  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Mann Elementary School
  • Southeast Middle School

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • 5,227 Sq Ft Lot

Community Details

  • Bella Vista Place Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1003377008

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,714

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: SINGLE FAMILY/ACREAGE
  • Total Sq Ft: 2596
  • Homebuilder: Unk
  • Owner Name L F Mi: Daissy Owen
  • Ownership Type: Single Family
  • Photo Code: Broker Loaded
  • Remarks: 24 hour response time for all offers, however Seller may respond at any time. Verbal driveway agreement.
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Tax Year Report: 2023
  • Subdivision: BELLA VISTA PLACE
  • Directions: E Brown St to Bella Vista Pl
  • L O1 Dues Paid: y
  • S O1 Dues Paid: y
  • Amenities: Street Lights, Close to Shopping, Close to School
  • Basement Remarks: Full
  • Fireplace Type Location: In Living Room, Gas
  • Interior R: Cable Available
  • Kitchen Breakfast R: Breakfast Area, Kit/Dining Rm Comb
  • Lot Description R: Less than .5 Acre
  • Possession R: Negotiable
  • Possible Finance R: Cash, Conventional
  • Stories Style R: 2 Story
  • Remarks2: Charming 1920s Bella Vista gem just steps from downtown Iowa City! Nestled on a quiet enclave of only 8 homes, this one-of-a-kind property offers winter views of the Iowa River and City Park and is directly across from the river near Hancher Auditorium. Longtime owner since 1974 added a stunning 1991 expansion featuring a versatile studio with private entrance, kitchen and full bath—ideal for guests, in-laws or rental income. The main level includes a half bath for guests, along with a spacious primary suite with deck access, full bath and double closets. Upstairs offers 3 additional bedrooms and 2 full baths. Original hardwood floors, a beautiful fireplace, French doors and rich woodwork bring timeless character. Bonus: an additional sub-lot adds value and space. Property has functioned as a B&B and studio rental. Being sold as-is.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Number Bedrooms Lower: 1
  • Number Bedrooms Upper: 3
  • Number Bedrooms Main: 1
  • Sq Ft Above: 2221
  • Total Full Baths: 4
  • Total Half Baths: 1
  • Number of Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Lower Level Finished Sq Ft: 375
  • Laundry Location: Basement
  • Mstr Br Level: Main
  • Mstr Br Width: 17
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Number of Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • ExteriorFeatures: Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 1 Car

Utilities

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Mann
  • Middle School: Southeast
  • High School: City
  • High School: City
  • Jr Middle School: Southeast
  • Elementary School: Mann

Lot Info

  • Acreage: 0.12
  • Geo Subdivision: IA
  • Lot Dimensions: Irr
  • Zoning: Res

Tax Info

  • Gross Tax County City: 6714
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1003377008

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 11, 2025
Closed on
Jul 17, 2025
Sold by
Owen Daissy P
Bought by
Boerner Nora and Boerner Jeffrey
Seller's Agent
Jill Armstrong
Skogman Realty Co.
Buyer's Agent
Ross Nusser
Urban Acres Real Estate Corridor
List Price
$550,000
Sold Price
$540,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-1.82%
Views
59

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.38%
Original Mortgage
$513,000
Outstanding Balance
$513,000
Interest Rate
6.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$31,804
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $540,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $540,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $513,000 New Conventional
Closed $513,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/18/2025 07/18/25 Sold $540,000 -1.8% $208 / Sq Ft
06/11/2025 06/11/25 For Sale $550,000 -- $212 / Sq Ft
Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $6,714 $374,410 $54,040 $320,370
2023 $6,410 $374,410 $54,040 $320,370
2022 $6,124 $304,620 $51,410 $253,210
2021 $6,300 $304,620 $51,410 $253,210
2020 $6,300 $299,990 $50,090 $249,900
2019 $5,886 $299,990 $50,090 $249,900
2018 $5,886 $276,440 $47,450 $228,990
2017 $5,830 $276,440 $47,450 $228,990
2016 $5,712 $273,700 $47,450 $226,250
2015 $5,712 $273,700 $47,450 $226,250
2014 $5,384 $257,630 $42,180 $215,450
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 202503838

Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 1003377008