$920,000
SOLD APR 18, 2025

5249 Herbert Hoover Hwy NE West Branch, IA 52358

6 Beds
5 Baths
5,680 Sq Ft
4.93 Acres

Recently Sold

$162 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

32 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Bonus Room
  • The community has rules related to allowing live work
  • Ranch Style House
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop

About This Home

As of April 2025

Come experience this stunning 4.93-acre private and sunny home just 10 minutes from downtown Iowa City. The ultra expanded ranch-style home features amazing light in 6 bedrooms (3 with walk-in closets), 5 bathrooms, and a versatile layout ideal for multi-generational living. The expansive kitchen is perfect for culinary enthusiasts with lots of counter space, large island, built in desk and a separate pantry room. Cathedral ceilings, 9 ft trey ceilings, and recessed lighting create a sophisticated atmosphere. Laundry room just off mudroom has full cabinets, counters, large laundry sink, and full bathroom for an easy transition from outdoors. Fully finished basement with bonus room, pool table, built in shelves and two storage rooms. A generous deck with patio below overlooks breathtaking views and wildlife. A 3,000 sq ft workshop with loft storage, two 14 x 14 doors and gas radiant heat & space for projects or business ventures. Recent updates include new windows (2021-2024), roof (2021), refinished hardwood floors, paint, carpet (2024), and new tiled shower. New furnaces (2021), updated water heaters, and an iron curtain water system plus softener. Featuring a large, fenced yard and 3-car attached garage with 8 ft tall doors. Zoned for residential and agricultural use, the property suits equestrian or agricultural pursuits.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kimberly Bockenstedt

Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS Listed on: 02/14/2025

Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS

Last Buyer's Agent

Kimberly Bockenstedt

Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS Listed on: 02/14/2025

Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,686

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • 4.93 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned Residential / AG

Parking

  • 3 Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Bookcases
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Factory Built Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Library
  • Bonus Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms | 5 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Bedroom Suite

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Laundry in Kitchen

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Shed
  • Porch

Schools

  • West Branch Elementary And Middle School
  • West Branch High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Water Heater
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Private or Community Septic Tank
  • Internet Available

Community Details

  • Jbw Subdivision Lot 1
  • The community has rules related to allowing live work

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0910227001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,686

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: SINGLE FAMILY/ACREAGE
  • Total Sq Ft: 5680
  • Homebuilder: unknown
  • Owner Name L F Mi: Jason & Alison Watt
  • Ownership Type: Single Family
  • Photo Code: Complete
  • Remarks: Sellers request all agents have a pre-approval before showing. All measurements are approximate. Please verify schools and specific zoning details with Johnson County Planning Department.
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Tax Year Report: 2023
  • Subdivision: JBW Subdivision Lot 1
  • Directions: on I-80 East take exit 249 toward Herbert Hoover Hwy. Go for 0.2 mi. Take the 3rd exit from roundabout onto Herbert Hoover Hwy. Go for 0.1 mi. Take the 1st exit from roundabout onto Herbert Hoover Hwy, Go 1 mi, house is on the right
  • L O1 Dues Paid: y
  • S O1 Dues Paid: y
  • Amenities: Live/Work
  • Basement Remarks: Finished, Full, Walkout
  • Fireplace Type Location: In Great/Family Room, Factory Built, Gas
  • Interior R: Bookcases, Ceiling-9+ ft, Ceilings-Trey, Foyer-Entrance
  • Kitchen Breakfast R: Breakfast Bar, Island, Pantry
  • Lot Description R: 2-5 Acre
  • Possession R: Negotiable
  • Possible Finance R: Cash, Conventional
  • Stories Style R: Ranch
  • Remarks2: Come experience this stunning 4.93-acre private and sunny home just 10 minutes from downtown Iowa City. The ultra expanded ranch-style home features amazing light in 6 bedrooms (3 with walk-in closets), 5 bathrooms, and a versatile layout ideal for multi-generational living. The expansive kitchen is perfect for culinary enthusiasts with lots of counter space, large island, built in desk and a separate pantry room. Cathedral ceilings, 9 ft trey ceilings, and recessed lighting create a sophisticated atmosphere. Laundry room just off mudroom has full cabinets, counters, large laundry sink, and full bathroom for an easy transition from outdoors. Fully finished basement with bonus room, pool table, built in shelves and two storage rooms. A generous deck with patio below overlooks breathtaking views and wildlife. A 3,000 sq ft workshop with loft storage, two 14 x 14 doors and gas radiant heat & space for projects or business ventures. Recent updates include new windows (2021-2024), roof (2021), refinished hardwood floors, paint, carpet (2024), and new tiled shower. New furnaces (2021), updated water heaters, and an iron curtain water system plus softener. Featuring a large, fenced yard and 3-car attached garage with 8 ft tall doors. Zoned for residential and agricultural use, the property suits equestrian or agricultural pursuits.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Number Bedrooms Lower: 1
  • Number Bedrooms Main: 5
  • Sq Ft Above: 2840
  • Total Full Baths: 5
  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Family Room Level: Lower
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Lower Level Finished Sq Ft: 2840
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room, Kitchen Area, Main
  • Mstr Br Level: Main
  • Mstr Br Width: 14
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Number of Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 4

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • ExteriorFeatures: Deck, Patio, Porch, Shed, Workshop

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 3 Cars

Utilities

  • Internet: Yes
  • Water Sewer: Private Septic, Water Softener (Owned), Water Heater
  • Heating Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Propane, Central, Forced Air

Schools

  • Elementary School: West Branch
  • Middle School: West Branch
  • High School: West Branch
  • High School: West Branch
  • Jr Middle School: West Branch
  • Elementary School: West Branch

Lot Info

  • Acreage: 4.93
  • Geo Subdivision: IA
  • Lot Dimensions: 4.93
  • Zoning: Residential / AG

Tax Info

  • Gross Tax County City: 7818.15
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0910227001

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 14, 2025
Closed on
Apr 17, 2025
Sold by
Watt Jason W and Watt Alison
Bought by
Murphy Lawrence James and Murphy Tamara Lyn
Seller's Agent
Kimberly Bockenstedt
Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS
Buyer's Agent
Kimberly Bockenstedt
Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS
List Price
$985,000
Sold Price
$920,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$65,000
-6.6%
Views
30

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.26%
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Outstanding Balance
$500,000
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$440,443

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 26, 2020
Sold by
Watt Jason W
Bought by
Johnson County

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$170
Interest Rate
3.4%
Mortgage Type
Land Contract Argmt. Of Sale

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 16, 2013
Sold by
Watt Breanne
Bought by
Watt Jason W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Interest Rate
4.33%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 13, 2005
Sold by
Watt Breanne and Arn Breanne
Bought by
Watt Breanne and Watt Jason W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$305,000
Interest Rate
6.07%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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 $920,000 None Listed On Document
Contract Of Sale $170 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $500,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $84,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $671,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $200,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $170 Land Contract Argmt. Of Sale
Previous Owner $198,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $417,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $83,951 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $359,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $284,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $75,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $46,200 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $18,700 Unknown
Previous Owner $305,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/18/2025 04/18/25 Sold $920,000 -6.6% $162 / Sq Ft
02/14/2025 02/14/25 For Sale $985,000 -- $173 / 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 $7,686 $617,700 $110,400 $507,300
2023 $7,444 $617,700 $110,400 $507,300
2022 $6,592 $511,900 $102,500 $409,400
2021 $6,656 $459,900 $102,500 $357,400
2020 $6,656 $439,700 $102,500 $337,200
2019 $6,154 $439,700 $102,500 $337,200
2018 $6,086 $450,200 $102,500 $347,700
2017 $6,484 $450,200 $102,500 $347,700
2016 $5,530 $440,100 $102,500 $337,600
2015 $5,530 $385,100 $79,700 $305,400
2014 $4,760 $328,900 $79,700 $249,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 202501079

Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 0910227001