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Mark Paterno

Urban Acres Real Estate
124 Closed Sales
$45.8M Total Value
$99K - $3M Price Range
$369.3K Average Price
Prior 5 years

About Mark

Mark Paterno’s entrepreneurial fingerprints are all over Iowa City, from local eateries to real estate ventures. After moving to Iowa City for college at the University of Iowa, he fell in love with the community and decided to make it his permanent home.

Since Mark became a REALTOR® in 2001, he’s built a reputation as a versatile agent with expertise spanning residential, investment, and commercial properties. He also has experience in land development, acreages, and new construction.

In 2026, Mark also became licensed in Chicago, shortening the gap between Chicago and the Iowa City markets.

Ask Mark about his resume and he’ll say he’s never had time to make one—he’s been too busy launching businesses. Iowa City locals know Mark as the owner of beloved Ped Mall establishments Marco’s Grilled Cheese and George’s Gyros. The same entrepreneurial thinking drives his work at Urban Acres, where he applies his business savvy to helping clients make informed real estate decisions.

Between managing his business endeavors and guiding clients through property transactions, Mark recharges by traveling with friends and family.
Home Types: House, MultiFamily, Lot/Land, Other
Years of Experience: 25
Education: University of Iowa, Bachelor of Arts

Transaction History

Seller Deals

Total Deals 14
Total Value $4,872,400
Average Sale Price $348,029
Price Range $168K - $700K

Buyer Deals

Total Deals 8
Total Value $3,608,400
Average Sale Price $451,050
Price Range $232K - $858K

Production Over Time

1 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals

Total Deals 26
Total Value $8,782,748
Average Sale Price $337,798
Price Range $110K - $700K

Buyer Deals

Total Deals 16
Total Value $5,989,790
Average Sale Price $374,362
Price Range $194K - $858K

Production Over Time

2 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals

Total Deals 91
Total Value $33,149,415
Average Sale Price $364,279
Price Range $25K - $3M

Buyer Deals

Total Deals 33
Total Value $12,645,546
Average Sale Price $383,198
Price Range $127K - $1.8M

Production Over Time

5 Year View

Mark's Listings and Deals

Awards and Designations

  • Gold Star Award - Iowa City Area Association of Realtors
  • GRI - Graduate REALTOR Institute
  • CRS - Certified Residential Specialist

Other Experience

First Time Homebuyers, Investments, Luxury Homes, New Construction, Property Management, Distressed Properties, Foreclosures
Agent License: Iowa #S41458000
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Mark Paterno