$171,500
SOLD JUN 17, 2021

470 N 1st Ave Unit 101 Iowa City, IA 52245

Bluffwood Neighborhood
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,169 Sq Ft
3,049 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$147 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

98 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Balcony
  • Brick or Stone Mason
  • Park
  • City High School Rated A-
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Property is near schools

About This Home

As of August 2022

Hard to find, EXTRA NICE, 1st floor accessible, 2 bedroom, 2 bath East IC condo. Quiet, secure building with elevator & 2 dedicated underground parking spaces. This well maintained condo has 9' ceilings, stylish room colors, an open floor plan, a spacious kitchen with pantry, lots of counter space, & a cozy gas FP. The Large master en-suite features a laundry room with brand new high end washer/dryer & a sliding glass door to deck. Enjoy views of wooded area and wildlife from the extra large deck.. GREAT LOCATION! Condo is located near Hickory Hill Park, grocery stores, restaurants, schools, and bus stop. Easy access to I-80, downtown IC and University Of Iowa.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Terrence Sobotta

Iowa Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Whit Lovelace

Urban Acres Real Estate

Urban Acres Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,282

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

HOA Fees

  • $145 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brick or Stone Mason
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,169 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Elevator
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Carpet
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Drive Under Main Level

Location

  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a bus stop

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Stepless Entry
  • Balcony

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1012265001

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include bldg&liability insurance, exterior maintenance, facilities fee, garbage pickup, grounds maintenance, mgmt fee, pest control/termite, reserve fund, security, street maintenance
  • Built by Hodge

Recreation

  • Park

Building Details

  • Security

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,282

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$145 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: SINGLE FAMILY/ACREAGE
  • Total Sq Ft: 1169
  • Homebuilder: Hodge
  • Owner Name L F Mi: Dunbar
  • Ownership Type: Condo Attached
  • Photo Code: Complete
  • Photo Code1: Broker Loaded
  • Possible Finance: Cash, Conventional
  • Remarks: Rentals are allowed. Owner occupied condos may have one dog (35 lbs or less) or 2 cats. Brand new washer and dryer, New Kitchen light fixture, New smoke alarms, and fire extinguisher. Non Smoking Building For more information regarding the Home Owners Association go to: westwindsrealestate.com/hoa/hickory-grove/
  • Stories Style: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Zero Step Entry: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Alarm-Smoke/Fire, Dryer, Washer
  • Elevators: Yes
  • Interior: Cable TV Connections, Carpet
  • Number Bedrooms Main: 2
  • Sq Ft Above: 1169
  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Laundry Type: Laundry Closet
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Fireplace Type: Gas
  • Fireplace Location: In Living Room
  • Kitchen / Breakfast: Breakfast Bar
  • Laundry Location: 1st Floor
  • Mstr Br Level: Main
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick Partial
  • Roof Type: Composition
  • Exterior: Balcony

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Space, Remote Opener, Drive Under, 2 Cars

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Park, Security, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Close to Shopping, Close to School, On Bus Line
  • Association Fee: 1740
  • Condo Level: 1
  • Fee Includes: Bldg&Liability Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Facilities Fee, Garbage Pickup, Grounds Maintenance, Mgmt Fee, Pest Control/Termite, Reserve Fund, Security, Street Maintenance

Schools

  • Elementary School: Lemme
  • Middle School: Southeast
  • High School: City

Lot Info

  • Acreage: 0
  • Geo Subdivision: IA
  • Lot Description: None/Condo
  • Lot Dimensions: Condo
  • Zoning: Residential

Green Features

  • Energy Related: Water Heater-Gas

Tax Info

  • Gross Tax County City: 3436
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1012265001

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 24, 2022
Closed on
Aug 3, 2022
Sold by
Nightingale Sara L
Bought by
Collins Malvene E and Ward Margaret
Seller's Agent
Whit Lovelace
Urban Acres Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Daphne Patton
Urban Acres Real Estate Corridor
List Price
$183,500
Sold Price
$183,500
Total Days on Market
98
Views
2
Current Estimated Value
$194,191

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$10,691
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.05%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 11, 2021
Closed on
Jun 15, 2021
Sold by
Dunbar Randi J
Bought by
Nightgale Sara L
Seller's Agent
Terrence Sobotta
Iowa Realty
Buyer's Agent
Whit Lovelace
Urban Acres Real Estate
List Price
$174,999
Sold Price
$171,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,499
-2%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.06%
Original Mortgage
$154,350
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 23, 2020
Closed on
Aug 5, 2020
Sold by
Arnold Mark A and Diaz Arnold An
Bought by
Dunbar Randi J
Seller's Agent
Mike Jensen
Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS
Buyer's Agent
Cindy Clark
Urban Acres Real Estate
List Price
$169,900
Sold Price
$169,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.11%
Original Mortgage
$152,910
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 15, 2016
Closed on
Apr 11, 2016
Sold by
Hernandez Jasmine and Bribriesco Andrew W
Bought by
Arnold Mark A and Diaz Arnold Ana M
Seller's Agent
Julie Dancer
LEPIC-KROEGER CORRIDOR, REALTORS
Buyer's Agent
Donald Fieldhouse
Cedar Rapids Area Association of REALTORS
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$146,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,400
-2.27%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.48%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 3, 2011
Sold by
Seavy Michele and Seavy Michelle K
Bought by
Hernandez Jasmine and Bribriesco Andrew W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$106,500
Interest Rate
4.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Map

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 $183,500 Anderson Steven C
Warranty Deed $171,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $170,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $146,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $142,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $154,350 New Conventional
Previous Owner $152,910 New Conventional
Previous Owner $106,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $27,480 New Conventional
Previous Owner $109,920 New Conventional
Previous Owner $20,610 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/10/2022 08/10/22 Sold $183,500 0.0% $157 / Sq Ft
06/24/2022 06/24/22 For Sale $183,500 +7.0% $157 / Sq Ft
06/17/2021 06/17/21 Sold $171,500 -0.9% $147 / Sq Ft
03/24/2021 03/24/21 Price Changed $172,999 -1.1% $148 / Sq Ft
03/11/2021 03/11/21 For Sale $174,999 +3.0% $150 / Sq Ft
08/10/2020 08/10/20 Sold $169,900 0.0% $145 / Sq Ft
07/29/2020 07/29/20 Pending -- -- --
06/23/2020 06/23/20 For Sale $169,900 +16.0% $145 / Sq Ft
04/13/2016 04/13/16 Sold $146,500 -2.3% $125 / Sq Ft
04/13/2016 04/13/16 Pending -- -- --
02/15/2016 02/15/16 For Sale $149,900 -- $128 / Sq Ft
Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

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 $3,282 $174,490 $14,500 $159,990
2023 $3,378 $174,490 $14,500 $159,990
2022 $3,226 $164,770 $14,500 $150,270
2021 $3,500 $164,770 $14,500 $150,270
2020 $3,500 $161,890 $14,500 $147,390
2019 $3,272 $161,890 $14,500 $147,390
2018 $3,272 $148,950 $12,890 $136,060
2017 $3,238 $148,950 $12,890 $136,060
2016 $2,832 $140,080 $12,890 $127,190
2015 $2,832 $140,080 $12,890 $127,190
2014 $2,684 $132,790 $12,890 $119,900
Source: Public Records

Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 202101548

Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 1012265001