$128,000
SOLD MAY 6, 2016

The Blair House 2222 1st Ave NE Unit 205 Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,180 Sq Ft
$457/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$108 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

79 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Gated Community
  • Wooded Lot
  • In Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of April 2024

Welcome to sophisticated urban living in Cedar Rapids' premiere condominium neighborhood. Blair House has more amenities than any other condo complex: large party room with kitchen, in-ground pool and grill, heated drive under parking, security system, full time maintenance and part tine office staff, workout room, car wash stall, ice maker and library, and bright laundry room. This condo has over $38,000 in extensive updates and improvements since 2013 (see attachments) and faces west with incredible sunset views. HOA fee covers all the amenities mentioned as well as heating and cooling. Owner just pays for electricity/lights, internet and cable. Additional storage in 2nd floor hallway closet and large bin in lower level storage room. Garage space #205 is directly across from building entry. Extra garage stall may be available to rent monthly. One 25 pound non-replaceable pet permitted. Live the Blair House life!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jill Gustin

SKOGMAN REALTY Listed on: 11/07/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Babs Haggin

IOWA REALTY

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,396

Year Built

  • 1965

Lot Details

  • Fenced
  • Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $457 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 1,180 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room
  • L-Shaped Dining Room
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Intercom

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Tuck Under Parking
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

Amenities

  • Community Center
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Community Storage Space
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • Gated Community

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,396

Year Built

1965

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$457 per month

Listing Details

  • Style: Loft/High-Rise
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1180
  • Association Fee Frequency: Month
  • Association Management: 1st Right Of Refusal, By Association
  • Bathroom Off Master Bedroom: Yes
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • City Name: Cedar Rapids
  • Condo Unit Level: Condo On 2nd Floor
  • Dining Features: Dining 'L'
  • Gross Tax: 2396
  • List User Cell Phone: 319-360-0440
  • Miscellaneous: Cable Ready, Deck, Elevator, Fencing, In-Ground Pool, Intercom, Patio, Security System
  • Net Tax: 2396
  • Property Sub Types: Condo/Zero Lot/Co-Op
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Ratio Close Price By List Price: 0.91756
  • Ratio Close Price By Original Li: 0.91756
  • Ratio Current Price By Sq Ft: 108.47
  • Total Sq Ft: 1180
  • Water Sewer Roads: City Sewer, City Water
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1965

Interior Features

  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater – Gas
  • Additional Room: Living Room
  • Basement: Pour
  • Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms Level 1: 2
  • Level 1 Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom Level: Level 1
  • Site Description: Wooded

Exterior Features

  • Construction Methods: Masonry

Garage/Parking

  • Garage/Parking: 1 Car, Attached, Drive Under, Heated Garage, Off Street Parking

Utilities

  • Heating Cooling: Central Air, Gas Heat, Hot Water Heat

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Common Laundry, Community Center, Elevator, Exercise Room, Onsite Maint Person, Pool, Secure Storage Area, Secured Entrance
  • Association Fee: 457
  • Association: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Arthur
  • Middle School: Franklin
  • High School: Washington

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: Common

Rental Info

  • Pets: Assoc Approval Required

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 13, 2023
Closed on
Apr 8, 2024
Sold by
Arthaud John C and Arthaud Carolyn Sue
Bought by
Boddicker Nicholas
Seller's Agent
Babs Haggin
IOWA REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Kirk Brunscheen
SKOGMAN REALTY CORRIDOR
List Price
$167,500
Sold Price
$155,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,500
-7.46%
Views
207
Current Estimated Value
$167,198

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$12,198
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.10%
Original Mortgage
$147,250
Outstanding Balance
$145,737
Interest Rate
6.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$21,461

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 7, 2015
Closed on
May 23, 2016
Sold by
Smith Marty R and Marty R Smith Trust
Bought by
Arthaud John C and Arthaud Carolyn Sue
Seller's Agent
Jill Gustin
SKOGMAN REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Babs Haggin
IOWA REALTY
List Price
$139,500
Sold Price
$128,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,500
-8.24%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.44%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 2, 2013
Closed on
Jun 10, 2013
Sold by
Ordover Sarah E
Bought by
Smith Marty R
Seller's Agent
Barbara Vancura
SKOGMAN REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Jill Gustin
SKOGMAN REALTY
List Price
$125,000
Sold Price
$117,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,500
-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
3.00%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 2, 2012
Closed on
Jul 30, 2012
Sold by
Arthurs Chadima Mary Joan
Bought by
Ordover Sarah E
Seller's Agent
Kelly Bemus
SKOGMAN REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Barbara Vancura
SKOGMAN REALTY
List Price
$124,950
Sold Price
$112,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,950
-10.36%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.73%
Original Mortgage
$89,600
Interest Rate
3.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $155,000 None Listed On Document
Trustee Deed -- Attorney
Warranty Deed $117,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $112,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $147,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $89,600 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/15/2024 04/15/24 Sold $155,000 -7.5% $131 / Sq Ft
01/26/2024 01/26/24 Pending -- -- --
11/13/2023 11/13/23 For Sale $167,500 +30.9% $142 / Sq Ft
05/06/2016 05/06/16 Sold $128,000 -8.2% $108 / Sq Ft
01/25/2016 01/25/16 Pending -- -- --
11/07/2015 11/07/15 For Sale $139,500 +18.7% $118 / Sq Ft
06/11/2013 06/11/13 Sold $117,500 -6.0% $100 / Sq Ft
05/18/2013 05/18/13 Pending -- -- --
04/02/2013 04/02/13 For Sale $125,000 +11.6% $106 / Sq Ft
08/01/2012 08/01/12 Sold $112,000 -10.4% $95 / Sq Ft
07/09/2012 07/09/12 Pending -- -- --
03/02/2012 03/02/12 For Sale $124,950 -- $106 / Sq Ft
Source: Cedar Rapids 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
2023 $2,418 $145,700 $23,000 $122,700
2022 $2,372 $123,500 $20,000 $103,500
2021 $2,342 $123,500 $20,000 $103,500
2020 $2,342 $114,700 $20,000 $94,700
2019 $2,430 $121,300 $20,000 $101,300
2018 $2,430 $121,300 $20,000 $101,300
2017 $2,426 $119,900 $4,500 $115,400
2016 $2,464 $115,900 $4,500 $111,400
2015 $2,396 $112,619 $4,500 $108,119
2014 $2,396 $112,619 $4,500 $108,119
2013 -- $112,619 $4,500 $108,119
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Cedar Rapids Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 1591448

Cedar Rapids Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 14143-28001-01012