NOT LISTED FOR SALE

522 Forest Dr SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

Vernon Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $236,000 - $258,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,890 Sq Ft
$128/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 11, 2016

Last sale price $153,000 $81 Per Sq Ft

Est. 59% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,599 / mo

217 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Formal Dining Room
  • Forced Air Cooling System
  • Home Security System
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Patio
  • Fenced

About This Home

As of May 2016

OPEN HOUSE 3/13/16 FROM 1-3. FABULOUS 2 STORY WITH GORGEOUS WOODWORK, HARDWOOD FLOORS, AND FULL OF CHARM AND CHARACTER. ELEGANT FORMAL DINING ROOM. COZY FIREPLACE IN THE LIVING ROOM FOR ALL TO ENJOY. UPPER LEVEL BOASTS A 3 SEASONS ROOM GREAT FOR MANY USES. 2 CAR DETACHED GARAGE. FENCED BACKYARD. GREAT SE LOCATION.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ben Griffith

Griffith Real Estate Listed on: 08/24/2015

Co-Listed By

Kim Griffith

Griffith Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Brittany Viken

SKOGMAN REALTY

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,195

Year Built

  • 1928

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 165
  • Fenced

Home Design

  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Basement
  • Block Basement Construction
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Storage Shed

Utilities

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,195

Year Built

1928

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Style: 2 Stories
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1590
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • City Name: Cedar Rapids
  • Dining Features: Formal Dining
  • Gross Tax: 3195
  • Limited Service Yn: Yes
  • List User Cell Phone: 319-202-8908
  • Low Lvl Fin Sq Ft: 300
  • Miscellaneous: 3 Seasons, Cable Ready, Fencing, Patio, Security System, Storage Shed
  • Net Tax: 3010
  • Property Sub Types: Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Ratio Close Price By List Price: 0.98773
  • Ratio Close Price By Original Li: 0.95685
  • Ratio Current Price By Sq Ft: 96.23
  • Total Sq Ft: 1890
  • Tax Roll Number: 142337800600000
  • Water Sewer Roads: City Sewer, City Water
  • Zoning: Res
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1928

Interior Features

  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater – Gas
  • Additional Room: 3 Seasons
  • Basement: Block
  • Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms Level 2: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Built In, Wood Burning, Living Room
  • Level 2 Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom Level: Level 2

Exterior Features

  • Construction Methods: Frame
  • Exterior: Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Garage/Parking: 2 Cars, Detached
  • Garage Size: 2 Car

Utilities

  • Heating Cooling: Central Air, Forced Air, Gas Heat

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 50 X 165

Rental Info

  • Pets: Pets Allowed

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 21, 2017
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$242,548

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 24, 2015
Closed on
May 5, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Ben Griffith
Griffith Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Brittany Viken
SKOGMAN REALTY
List Price
$159,900
Sold Price
$153,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,900
-4.32%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.69%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 15, 2013
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$142,274
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 2005
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
5.74%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 25, 2001
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$102,000
Interest Rate
7.11%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
-- None Available
-- None Available
$145,000 None Available
$149,500 --
$134,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $142,274
Previous Owner $120,000
Previous Owner $102,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/11/2016 05/11/16 Sold $153,000 -4.3% $81 / Sq Ft
03/28/2016 03/28/16 Pending -- -- --
08/24/2015 08/24/15 For Sale $159,900 -- $85 / Sq Ft
Source: Cedar Rapids Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

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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
2025 $3,490 $232,300 $44,600 $187,700
2024 $3,740 $222,600 $42,000 $180,600
2023 $3,740 $207,700 $39,400 $168,300
2022 $3,554 $186,200 $34,100 $152,100
2021 $3,522 $180,500 $34,100 $146,400
2020 $3,522 $168,200 $26,300 $141,900
2019 $3,350 $163,900 $26,300 $137,600
2018 $3,252 $163,900 $26,300 $137,600
2017 $3,165 $158,800 $26,300 $132,500
2016 $3,165 $148,900 $26,300 $122,600
2015 $3,195 $150,124 $26,250 $123,874
2014 $3,010 $150,124 $26,250 $123,874
2013 $2,940 $150,124 $26,250 $123,874
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ben Griffith

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Ben Griffith

    Griffith Real Estate

    (319) 202-8908

    2 in this area

    51 Total Sales

    Ben Griffith
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  • K

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2016

    Kim Griffith

    Griffith Real Estate

    (319) 521-3291

    2 in this area

    51 Total Sales

    Kim Griffith
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  • B

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Brittany Viken

    SKOGMAN REALTY

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Map

Source: Cedar Rapids Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 1506520

Cedar Rapids Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 14233-78006-00000

Iowa Linn County Cedar Rapids 52403 Vernon Heights

522 Forest Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA

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