NOT LISTED FOR SALE

524 Forest Dr SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

Vernon Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $199,000 - $239,905

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,860 Sq Ft
$118/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 29, 2021

Last sale price $169,000 $91 Per Sq Ft

Est. 29% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,551/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Formal Dining Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Central Air
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Patio
  • Fenced

About This Home

As of October 2021

***Accepted Offer with 24 Hour Subject to Sale Clause*** This SE side home has all the charm of the historic homes this area is known for, but updates for modern life. Tons of windows & beautiful hardwoods throughout. Living room features built in, a beautiful staircase to the 2nd level, a gas fireplace & French doors to the 4 seasons room. The main floor has crown molding in the living & dining rooms. The kitchen has been nicely updated with slate tile cooking island, granite counter tops, new cabinets, tile floors & backsplash, under cabinet lighting & a wine cooler. There is a 1/2 bath on the main. Upstairs has 4 bedrooms, including the primary room with dual closets. The full bath has been updated with a tile shower surround & floors & granite vanity with vessel sink. Plumbing & electrical panel have been updated. Backs up to Grant Wood Elem. Easy access to Mt. Vernon Rd. There is a HSA Home Warranty already in place.

Last Listed By

Tiffany DeBow

Pinnacle Realty LLC Listed on: 09/21/2021

Pinnacle Realty LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • 1925

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 1,860 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Style: 2 Stories
  • Acres: 0.1900
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1860
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.10
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • City Name: Cedar Rapids
  • Dining Features: Eat-In Kitchen, Formal Dining
  • Gross Tax: 4286
  • List User Cell Phone: 319-540-9248
  • Miscellaneous: Cable Ready, Fencing, Patio
  • Net Tax: 4097
  • Property Sub Types: Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Ratio Close Price By List Price: 1.00000
  • Ratio Close Price By Original Li: 1.00000
  • Ratio Current Price By Sq Ft: 90.86
  • Total Sq Ft: 1860
  • Taxable Value Tv: 194800.00
  • Water Sewer Roads: City Sewer, City Water
  • Zoning: Res
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1925

Interior Features

  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater – Gas
  • Additional Room: 3 Seasons
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedrooms Level 2: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Built In, Wood Burning, Living Room
  • Level 2 Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Level 1 Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom Level: Level 2
  • Room Count: 8

Exterior Features

  • Construction Methods: Frame
  • Exterior: Vinyl

Garage/Parking

  • Garage/Parking: 2 Cars, Detached, Off Street Parking
  • Garage Size: 552

Utilities

  • Heating Cooling: Central Air, Gas Heat

Schools

  • Elementary School: Grant Wood
  • Middle School: McKinley
  • High School: Washington

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 8250

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 21, 2021
Closed on
Oct 11, 2021
Sold by
Molitor Bradley W and Molitor Amy L
Bought by
Ament Nicholas L
Seller's Agent
Tiffany DeBow
Pinnacle Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Grant Griffin
SKOGMAN REALTY
List Price
$169,000
Sold Price
$169,000
Total Days on Market
9
Current Estimated Value
$218,726

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$49,726
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.24%
Original Mortgage
$135,200
Outstanding Balance
$124,620
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$84,747

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 27, 2009
Sold by
Herman James D and Herman Sarah
Bought by
Molitor Bradley W and Molitor Amy L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$157,225
Interest Rate
5.27%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 19, 2004
Sold by
Herman James D and Herman Sarah
Bought by
Herman James D and Herman Sarah

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$175,800
Interest Rate
5.74%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 2000
Sold by
Hunter John Michael and Hunter Jean L
Bought by
Herman James D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$108,500
Interest Rate
8.16%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 10, 1998
Sold by
Pipe Ennis P and Pipe Linda L
Bought by
Rodsjo Paul and Rodsjo Susan

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ament Nicholas L $168,750 Security First Title Company
Molitor Bradley W $171,500 None Available
Herman James D -- Nations Title Agency Inc
Herman James D $128,000 --
Rodsjo Paul $115,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ament Nicholas L $135,200
Previous Owner Molitor Bradley W $155,000
Previous Owner Molitor Bradley W $157,225
Previous Owner Herman James D $57,500
Previous Owner Herman Sarah J $17,633
Previous Owner Herman Sarah J $16,095
Previous Owner Herman Sarah J $7,500
Previous Owner Herman James D $55,000
Previous Owner Herman James D $37,280
Previous Owner Herman James $157,200
Previous Owner Herman James $32,000
Previous Owner Herman James D $13,000
Previous Owner Herman James D $10,000
Previous Owner Herman James D $175,800
Previous Owner Herman James D $108,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/29/2021 10/29/21 Sold $169,000 0.0% $91 / Sq Ft
09/30/2021 09/30/21 Pending -- -- --
09/21/2021 09/21/21 For Sale $169,000 -- $91 / 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 $4,054 $226,700 $39,400 $187,300
2022 $181 $201,100 $34,100 $167,000
2021 $4,004 $194,800 $34,100 $160,700
2020 $4,004 $181,500 $26,300 $155,200
2019 $3,810 $176,800 $26,300 $150,500
2018 $3,706 $176,800 $26,300 $150,500
2017 $3,416 $171,500 $26,300 $145,200
2016 $3,416 $160,700 $26,300 $134,400
2015 $3,469 $163,032 $26,250 $136,782
2014 $3,284 $163,032 $26,250 $136,782
2013 $3,210 $163,032 $26,250 $136,782
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Tiffany DeBow

    Pinnacle Realty LLC

    (319) 540-9248

    1 in this area

    47 Total Sales

    Tiffany DeBow
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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Grant Griffin

    SKOGMAN REALTY

    (319) 450-8941

    1 in this area

    4 Total Sales

    Grant Griffin
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Map

Source: Cedar Rapids Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 2106552

Cedar Rapids Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 14233-78007-00000

Iowa Linn County Cedar Rapids 52403 Vernon Heights

524 Forest Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA

Homes for Sale in Cedar Rapids, IA

This home is located at 524 Forest Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403 since 21 September 2021 and is currently estimated at $218,726, approximately $117 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 524 Forest Dr SE is a home located in Linn County with nearby schools including Grant Wood Elementary School, McKinley STEAM Academy, and George Washington High School.

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