NOT LISTED FOR SALE

659 S Governor St Iowa City, IA 52240

Longfellow Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $248,322 - $259,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,058 Sq Ft
$238/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 10, 2016

Last sale price $170,000 $161 Per Sq Ft

Est. 48% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,675/month

18 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Living Room
  • Property is near schools
  • City High School Rated A-
  • 1-Story Property
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of February 2016

What a find! Located on a cul-de-sac this Historic Charmer offers privacy and convenience just minutes from downtown. This cute home has a great layout with a nice natural flow. Fresh, bright kitchen looks out onto the large fenced yard. The kitchen/dining room combo gives a nice open feel. Freshly painted. Hardwood floors throughout main level. 1 bedroom on main level, 1 in the finished attic. Upper level bedroom is large and could accommodate an office/hobby area. New roof 2014. Property regraded 2015.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Denise Hamlin

Cardinal Realty Listed on: 01/02/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

Jill Armstrong

Skogman Realty Co.

Skogman Realty Co.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,000

Year Built

  • Built in 1947

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50x150

Home Design

  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,058 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Oven or Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

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

Location

  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Longfellow Elementary School
  • Southeast Middle School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • Strohms Addition Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1015178013

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,000

Year Built

Built in 1947

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: SINGLE FAMILY/ACREAGE
  • Total Sq Ft: 1058
  • Homebuilder: Unknown
  • Owner Name L F Mi: Steven + Collyer Ekholm
  • Ownership Type: Single Family
  • Photo Code: Complete
  • Remarks: Additional info: Hardwood floors underneath the tile on upper level. New Roof with complete tear off November 2014. Property regraded in August 2015 by Stumpf Construction. Basement reinforced June 2015 with lifetime warranty. Added insulation in attic, circuit box upgraded, electricity in garage. 2BR 1BA, 1 Car Garage. Average Utilities $109 per month - Gas $57 / Electric $52 - Property Disclosures under Associate Documents.
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Tax Year Report: 2014
  • Subdivision: Strohms Addition
  • Directions: Bowery St to S Governor. 2nd house from the end of the street. On a cul-de-sac.
  • L O1 Dues Paid: y
  • S O1 Dues Paid: y
  • Amenities: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Close to Shopping, Close to School
  • Basement Remarks: Full
  • Fireplace Type Location: None
  • Interior R: Cable Available
  • Kitchen Breakfast R: Kit/Dining Rm Comb
  • Lot Description R: Less than .5 Acre
  • Possession R: Immediate, Negotiable
  • Possible Finance R: Cash, Conventional
  • Stories Style R: 1 Story
  • Remarks2: What a find! Located on a cul-de-sac this Historic Charmer offers privacy and convenience just minutes from downtown. This cute home has a great layout with a nice natural flow. Fresh, bright kitchen looks out onto the large fenced yard. The kitchen/dining room combo gives a nice open feel. Freshly painted. Hardwood floors throughout main level. 1 bedroom on main level, 1 in the finished attic. Upper level bedroom is large and could accommodate an office/hobby area. New roof 2014. Property regraded 2015.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Number Bedrooms Upper: 1
  • Number Bedrooms Main: 1
  • Sq Ft Above: 1058
  • Total Full Baths: 1
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Laundry Location: Basement, Other
  • Mstr Br Level: Main
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fees Include: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Longfellow
  • Middle School: Southeast
  • High School: City
  • High School: City
  • Jr Middle School: Southeast
  • Elementary School: Longfellow

Lot Info

  • Acreage: 0
  • Geo Subdivision: IA
  • Lot Dimensions: 50x150
  • Zoning: Residential

Tax Info

  • Gross Tax County City: 3000
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1015178013

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 2, 2016
Closed on
Feb 4, 2016
Sold by
Ekholm Steven L and Ekholm Collyer M
Bought by
Klingeman Michelle M and Klingeman Ryan Edward
Seller's Agent
Denise Hamlin
Cardinal Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jill Armstrong
Skogman Realty Co.
List Price
$168,800
Sold Price
$170,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,200
0.71%
Current Estimated Value
$251,831

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$81,831
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.90%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 8, 2012
Sold by
Ekholm Collyer M and Ekholm Steven L
Bought by
Ekholm Steven L and Ekholm Collyer M
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

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Klingeman Michelle M $170,000 None Available
Ekholm Steven L -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Klingeman Ryan E $138,000
Closed Klingeman Ryan Edward $150,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/10/2016 02/10/16 Sold $170,000 +0.7% $161 / Sq Ft
01/20/2016 01/20/16 Pending -- -- --
01/02/2016 01/02/16 For Sale $168,800 -- $160 / 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 $4,000 $212,660 $65,880 $146,780
2023 $3,888 $212,660 $65,880 $146,780
2022 $3,716 $179,420 $61,630 $117,790
2021 $3,742 $179,420 $61,630 $117,790
2020 $3,742 $173,020 $59,500 $113,520
2019 $3,554 $173,020 $59,500 $113,520
2018 $3,554 $161,730 $55,250 $106,480
2017 $3,320 $156,160 $55,250 $100,910
2016 $3,134 $151,030 $55,250 $95,780
2015 $3,134 $145,400 $55,250 $90,150
2014 $3,000 $138,720 $51,000 $87,720
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • D

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Denise Hamlin

    Cardinal Realty

    (319) 400-0268

    20 Total Sales

    Denise Hamlin
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  • Jill Armstrong

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Jill Armstrong

    Skogman Realty Co.

    (319) 631-5455

    4 in this area

    607 Total Sales

    Jill Armstrong
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Map

Source: Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 20160020

Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 1015178013

Iowa Johnson County Iowa City 52240 Longfellow

659 S Governor St, Iowa City, IA

This home is located at 659 S Governor St, Iowa City, IA 52240 since 02 January 2016 and is currently estimated at $251,831, approximately $238 per square foot. This property was built in 1947. 659 S Governor St is a home located in Johnson County with nearby schools including Longfellow Elementary School, Southeast Junior High School, and City High School.

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