$450,000
$25K PRICE DROP

556 Mahaska Ct Iowa City, IA 52246

Estimated payment $2,862/month

Total Views 74,965
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,320 Sq Ft
$194 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Laundry Room
  • West High School Rated A
  • Living Room
  • 2-minute walk to Emerald St Playground

About This Home

This 4-bedroom home is tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac on Iowa City's west side. Thoughtful updates & pride of ownership shine throughout, making this home truly move-in ready. The main social areas feature updated LVP flooring (2022) & kitchen enhancements including quartz countertops, can lighting, & a modern feel that flows seamlessly into the dining & living spaces. Upstairs, you'll find bright, spacious bedrooms with windows replaced in December 2023. The primary suite offers a refreshed retreat with a beautifully updated bathroom (2023). The epoxy-sealed garage floor (2022) adds a polished touch to the generous 2-car garage, & the exterior was painted in 2022 for lasting curb appeal. Enjoy the privacy of a mature backyard setting, all just minutes from UIHC, parks, & west side amenities. Basement fridge and freezer are reserved.

Listing Agent

Jill Armstrong

Skogman Realty Co. Listed on: 08/06/2025

Skogman Realty Co.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,014

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

Lot Details

  • 0.36 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 112x140

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Upstairs

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Location

  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Horn Elementary School
  • Northwest Middle School
  • West High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • Melrose Park 6Th Addition Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1017185008

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,014

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: SINGLE FAMILY/ACREAGE
  • Total Sq Ft: 2320
  • Homebuilder: Unk
  • Owner Name L F Mi: Strauss
  • Ownership Type: Single Family
  • Photo Code: Broker Loaded
  • Remarks: Please allow 24 hour response time for all offers, however Seller may respond at any time.
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Subdivision: MELROSE PARK 6TH ADDITION
  • Directions: From Melrose Ave turn South on Sunset St, then West on Oakcrest St and South on Mahaska Ct.
  • Aging In Place Form: No
  • L O1 Dues Paid: y
  • Amenities: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Close to Shopping, Close to School
  • Basement Remarks: Full
  • Fireplace Type Location: In Great/Family Room, Wood Burning
  • Interior R: Cable Available
  • Kitchen Breakfast R: Breakfast Area
  • Lot Description R: Less than .5 Acre
  • Possession R: Negotiable
  • Possible Finance R: Cash, Conventional
  • Stories Style R: 2 Story
  • Remarks2: This 4-bedroom home is tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac on Iowa City's west side. Thoughtful updates & pride of ownership shine throughout, making this home truly move-in ready. The main social areas feature updated LVP flooring (2022) & kitchen enhancements including quartz countertops, can lighting, & a modern feel that flows seamlessly into the dining & living spaces. Upstairs, you'll find bright, spacious bedrooms with windows replaced in December 2023. The primary suite offers a refreshed retreat with a beautifully updated bathroom (2023). The epoxy-sealed garage floor (2022) adds a polished touch to the generous 2-car garage, & the exterior was painted in 2022 for lasting curb appeal. Enjoy the privacy of a mature backyard setting, all just minutes from UIHC, parks, & west side amenities. Basement fridge and freezer are reserved.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Number Bedrooms Upper: 4
  • Sq Ft Above: 2056
  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Total Half Baths: 1
  • Number of Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Lower Level Finished Sq Ft: 264
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room, Basement
  • Mstr Br Level: Upper
  • Mstr Br Width: 13
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • ExteriorFeatures: Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 2 Cars

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fees Include: None

Schools

  • High School: West
  • Jr Middle School: Northwest
  • Elementary School: Horn

Lot Info

  • Acreage: 0.36
  • Geo Subdivision: IA
  • Lot Dimensions: 112X140
  • Zoning: Residential

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1017185008

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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
2025 $6,014 $420,400 $114,700 $305,700
2024 $6,282 $386,100 $114,700 $271,400
2023 $6,024 $386,100 $114,700 $271,400
2022 $5,728 $316,400 $104,300 $212,100
2021 $5,968 $316,400 $104,300 $212,100
2020 $5,968 $316,400 $104,300 $212,100
2019 $5,726 $316,400 $104,300 $212,100
2018 $5,614 $306,300 $104,300 $202,000
2017 $5,256 $306,300 $104,300 $202,000
2016 $4,900 $287,100 $104,300 $182,800
2015 $4,900 $273,200 $83,400 $189,800
2014 $4,340 $242,400 $83,400 $159,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/18/2025 11/18/25 Price Changed $450,000 -2.2% $194 / Sq Ft
08/22/2025 08/22/25 Price Changed $460,000 -3.2% $198 / Sq Ft
08/06/2025 08/06/25 For Sale $475,000 -- $205 / Sq Ft
Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

About the Listing Agent

Jill Armstrong

Skogman Realty Co.

(319) 318-3305

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Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 202505035

Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 1017185008