NOT LISTED FOR SALE

470 N 1st Ave Unit 303 Iowa City, IA 52245

Bluffwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $178,000 - $217,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,169 Sq Ft
$170/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 28, 2017

Last sale price $170,000 $145 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,503/month

35 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wooded Lot
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Balcony
  • City High School Rated A-
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Breakfast Bar

About This Home

As of December 2017

A 3rd floor condo with wonderful views of Hickory Hill Park! 2 bedrooms, 1 3/4 bath, has vaulted ceilings, a cozy fireplace, large deck. Building is secure, elevator, single car in the parking garage underneath. Verify school enrollment w/ICCSD

Last Listed By

Bernie Kennedy

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Professionals Listed on: 11/22/2017

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,052

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • Sloped Lot
  • Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $140 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space

Home Design

  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,169 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Elevator
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Location

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

Schools

  • Hoover Elementary School
  • Southeast Middle School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Internet Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1012265003

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include exterior maintenance
  • Built by Hodge
  • Hickory Grove Condo Subdivision

Recreation

  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,052

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$140 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: SINGLE FAMILY/ACREAGE
  • Total Sq Ft: 1169
  • Homebuilder: Hodge
  • Owner Name L F Mi: Elizabeth A Maher
  • Ownership Type: Condo Detached
  • Photo Code: Broker Loaded
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Tax Year Report: 2016
  • Subdivision: Hickory Grove Condo
  • Directions: Corner of Rochester Ave 1st Ave in North bldg
  • L O1 Dues Paid: y
  • S O1 Dues Paid: y
  • Amenities: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Close to Shopping, Close to School, On Bus Line
  • Fireplace Type Location: In Living Room, Gas
  • Interior R: Vaulted Ceiling
  • Kitchen Breakfast R: Breakfast Bar
  • Lot Description R: Less than .5 Acre, Sloping, Wooded
  • Possession R: Immediate
  • Possible Finance R: Cash, Conventional
  • Stories Style R: 1 Story
  • Remarks2: A 3rd floor condo with wonderful views of Hickory Hill Park! 2 bedrooms, 1 3/4 bath, has vaulted ceilings, a cozy fireplace, large deck. Building is secure, elevator, single car in the parking garage underneath. Verify school enrollment w/ICCSD
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Washer
  • Elevators: Yes
  • Number Bedrooms Main: 2
  • Sq Ft Above: 1169
  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Closet, Main
  • Mstr Br Level: Main
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 1 Car

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 1680
  • Condo Level: 3
  • Fees Include: Exterior 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
  • Zoning: Residential

Tax Info

  • Gross Tax County City: 3000.66
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1012265003

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 9, 2023
Sold by
Comellas-Freymond Alejandro and Comellas-Freymond Liuska
Bought by
Miller Ryan and Miller Brenda
Total Days on Market
35
Current Estimated Value
$198,197

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 22, 2017
Closed on
Dec 18, 2017
Sold by
Maher Elizabeth Ann
Bought by
Comellas Freymond Alejandro and Pesce Liuska
Seller's Agent
Bernie Kennedy
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Professionals
Buyer's Agent
Dann Coffey
Edge Realty Group
List Price
$162,000
Sold Price
$170,000
Premium/Discount to List
$8,000
4.94%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.09%
Original Mortgage
$145,800
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 11, 2014
Closed on
Apr 28, 2014
Sold by
Nguyen Uyen T
Bought by
Maher Elizabeth Ann and Elizabeth Ann Maher Revocable Trust
Seller's Agent
Julie Dancer
LEPIC-KROEGER CORRIDOR, REALTORS
Buyer's Agent
Donald Fieldhouse
Cedar Rapids Area Association of REALTORS
List Price
$147,000
Sold Price
$145,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,000
-1.36%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.43%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 12, 2010
Sold by
Ticknor Rob W and Ticknor Anne S
Bought by
Nguyen Uyen T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$13,900
Interest Rate
5.12%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

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
Miller Ryan $185,000 None Listed On Document
Comellas Freymond Alejandro $168,875 None Available
Maher Elizabeth Ann $145,000 None Available
Nguyen Uyen T $139,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Comellas Freymond Alejandro $145,800
Previous Owner Comellas Freymond Alejandro $16,200
Previous Owner Nguyen Uyen T $13,900
Previous Owner Nguyen Uyen T $125,100
Previous Owner Ticknor Rob W $103,125
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/28/2017 12/28/17 Sold $170,000 +4.9% $145 / Sq Ft
12/27/2017 12/27/17 Pending -- -- --
11/22/2017 11/22/17 For Sale $162,000 +11.7% $139 / Sq Ft
04/30/2014 04/30/14 Sold $145,000 -1.4% $124 / Sq Ft
02/13/2014 02/13/14 Pending -- -- --
02/11/2014 02/11/14 For Sale $147,000 -- $126 / 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 $3,052 $172,740 $14,500 $158,240
2023 $3,480 $172,740 $14,500 $158,240
2022 $3,324 $160,550 $14,500 $146,050
2021 $3,410 $160,550 $14,500 $146,050
2020 $3,410 $157,750 $14,500 $143,250
2019 $3,188 $157,750 $14,500 $143,250
2018 $3,188 $145,120 $12,890 $132,230
2017 $2,814 $145,120 $12,890 $132,230
2016 $2,754 $136,510 $12,890 $123,620
2015 $2,754 $136,510 $12,890 $123,620
2014 $2,610 $129,400 $12,890 $116,510
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 20176097

Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 1012265019