NOT LISTED FOR SALE

470 N 1st Ave Unit 202 Iowa City, IA 52245

Bluffwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $184,000 - $211,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,169 Sq Ft
$171/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 27, 2016

Last sale price $154,900 $133 Per Sq Ft

Est. 29% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,476/month

70 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Laundry Room
  • City High School Rated A-
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Property is near schools

About This Home

As of May 2016

Sophisticated and comfortable second floor condo with an open floor plan perfect for entertaining. Dark cherry laminate flooring in kitchen and living area. Maple eat in kitchen with breakfast bar and tiled backsplash. Two spacious bedrooms separated by great room with gas fireplace and glass doors to grilling deck. Laundry room with washer and dryer. Elevator building with parking for TWO cars in underground garage. Additional unassigned parking at building secure door. In pristine, move in condition.

Last Listed By

Nancy Steyers

Blank & McCune Real Estate Listed on: 03/14/2016

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,954

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • 3,223

HOA Fees

  • $110 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces

Interior Spaces

  • 1,169 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Location

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

Schools

  • Hoover Elementary School
  • Southeast Middle School

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Property is zoned RM12

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1012265010

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include bldg&liability insurance, exterior maintenance, garbage pickup, grounds maintenance
  • Built by Hodge
  • Hickory Grove Condominium Subdivision

Building Details

  • Security

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,954

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$110 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: SINGLE FAMILY/ACREAGE
  • Total Sq Ft: 1169
  • Homebuilder: Hodge
  • Number of Main Level Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Owner Name L F Mi: Kowalski, Joseph
  • Ownership Type: Condo Attached
  • Photo Code: Complete
  • Remarks: Seller disclosure attached. Check with Iowa City Schools for Building assignments.
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Tax Year Report: 2014
  • Subdivision: Hickory Grove Condominium
  • Directions: Rochester Avenue to North First Ave. Parking lot entrance on First Ave.
  • L O1 Dues Paid: y
  • S O1 Dues Paid: y
  • Amenities: Pet Policy, Security, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Close to Shopping, Close to School, On Bus Line
  • Fireplace Type Location: In Living Room, Gas Log
  • Interior R: Cable Available, Ceiling-9+ ft
  • Kitchen Breakfast R: Breakfast Bar
  • Lot Description R: None/Condo
  • Possession R: Negotiable
  • Possible Finance R: Cash, Conventional
  • Stories Style R: 1 Story
  • Remarks2: Sophisticated and comfortable second floor condo with an open floor plan perfect for entertaining. Dark cherry laminate flooring in kitchen and living area. Maple eat in kitchen with breakfast bar and tiled backsplash. Two spacious bedrooms separated by great room with gas fireplace and glass doors to grilling deck. Laundry room with washer and dryer. Elevator building with parking for TWO cars in underground garage. Additional unassigned parking at building secure door. In pristine, move in condition.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Number Bedrooms Main: 2
  • Sq Ft Above: 1169
  • Total Full Baths: 1
  • Total Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room, Main
  • Mstr Br Level: Main
  • Mstr Br Width: 12
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 2 Cars

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 1320.00
  • Condo Level: 2
  • Fees Include: Bldg&Liability Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Garbage Pickup, Grounds Maintenance

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acreage: 0
  • Geo Subdivision: IA
  • Lot Dimensions: condo
  • Zoning: RM12

Tax Info

  • Gross Tax County City: 2872.34
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1012265010

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 14, 2016
Closed on
May 27, 2016
Sold by
Kowalski Joseph Thomas and Kowalski Joseph T
Bought by
Jackson Kristine M
Seller's Agent
Nancy Steyers
Blank & McCune Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Kimberly Schillig
Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS
List Price
$154,900
Sold Price
$154,900
Total Days on Market
70
Current Estimated Value
$200,178

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$45,278
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.89%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 27, 2010
Sold by
Mokrzycki Brian
Bought by
Kowalski Joseph Thomas

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$142,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Jackson Kristine M $154,900 None Available
Kowalski Joseph Thomas $141,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Jackson Kristine M $133,000
Previous Owner Kowalski Joseph Thomas $142,000
Previous Owner Mokrzycki Brian $113,600
Previous Owner Mokrzycki Brian $7,000
Previous Owner Mokrzyscki Brian T $13,790
Previous Owner Mokrzycki Brian $124,110
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/27/2016 05/27/16 Sold $154,900 0.0% $133 / Sq Ft
05/23/2016 05/23/16 Pending -- -- --
03/14/2016 03/14/16 For Sale $154,900 -- $133 / 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 $2,954 $174,490 $14,500 $159,990
2023 $3,572 $174,490 $14,500 $159,990
2022 $3,412 $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 $3,080 $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

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Map

Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 20161699

Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 1012265010