Sold
Last Sold Price
2 beds1,165 sqft
1185 Foster Road, Iowa City, IA 52245
CondoProperty Type
2011Year Built
$236/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$3,000/yrHOA Fees
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Fabulous location with easy access to downtown Iowa City, the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics and the University of Iowa! Walkable neighborhood on a bus line with a playground, dog park and shops. This 2nd floor, 2 bed/2 bath condo with a LARGE balcony has a LAYOUT you will love! A 2 car attached garage has room for tons of storage. Thoughtfully and stylishly updated with new LVP Flooring (2021), Countertops and Sinks (2021), Kitchen Backsplash and Fireplace Surround (2020), Faux Tin on...Fabulous location with easy access to downtown Iowa City, the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics and the University of Iowa! Walkable neighborhood on a bus line with a playground, dog park and shops. This 2nd floor, 2 bed/2 bath condo with a LARGE balcony has a LAYOUT you will love! A 2 car attached garage has room for tons of storage. Thoughtfully and stylishly updated with new LVP Flooring (2021), Countertops and Sinks (2021), Kitchen Backsplash and Fireplace Surround (2020), Faux Tin on Island Seating (2020), Primary Bath remodeled with Tiled Walk-in Shower (2020), Closet and Pantry Organization Systems (2021), Solar Lights on Patio Railing (2022). Building received a new roof in 2020.
  • Listed by: Liz Erb Firmstone 319.541.5292 liz@lizfirmstone.com • Phoebe Martin Real Estate
Listing closed: 07/20/2023 12:00 AM • Source: Iowa City Area AOR, MLS#: 202301377

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$300,000

Avg days on market

49

Sale-to-list ratio

98.7%

Iowa City, IA

9 comparable properties found

$285,000 | 1113 Foster Road, Iowa City, IA 52245
1/27
1

$285,000

Sold 03/06/26

2
Bedrooms
1,165
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres
$300,000 | 1136 Swisher Street, Iowa City, IA 52245
1/68
2

$300,000

Sold 07/01/26

2
Bedrooms
1,200
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres
$305,000 | 1177 Foster Road, Iowa City, IA 52245
1/8
3

$305,000

Sold 06/18/25

2
Bedrooms
1,260
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres
$300,000 | 1144 Swisher Street, Iowa City, IA 52245
1/36
4

$300,000

Sold 07/09/26

2
Bedrooms
1,260
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres
$305,000 | 1140 Swisher Street, Iowa City, IA 52245
1/25
5

$305,000

Sold 10/15/25

2
Bedrooms
1,260
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres
$305,000 | 1154 Swisher Street, Iowa City, IA 52245
1/27
6

$305,000

Sold 05/20/26

2
Bedrooms
1,200
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres
$284,000 | 2176 Willenbrock Circle, Iowa City, IA 52245
1/29
7

$284,000

Sold 05/20/26

2
Bedrooms
1,200
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres
$287,500 | 2165 Willenbrock Circle, Iowa City, IA 52245
1/27
8

$287,500

Sold 01/27/25

2
Bedrooms
1,260
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres
$287,000 | 2187 Willenbrock Circle, Iowa City, IA 52245
1/22
9

$287,000

Sold 03/06/26

2
Bedrooms
1,200
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres

Location

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Property Information for 1185 Foster Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $4,596 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Condominium
  • Subdivision Name: Peninsula
  • Zoning: Residential
Building Information
  • Building/Complex: 1185 Foster Rd
  • Year Built: 2011
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Dubuque Street to Foster Road--pass the Elks Club into the Peninsula Neighborhood.
  • Latitude: 41.676924
  • Longitude: -91.555581
  • MLS Area Major: Iowa City
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $3,000.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure
  • Association: Yes
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Association Fee Monthly: $250.00
  • Parcel Number: 1004331007
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,596.28
  • Tax Year: 2021
School Information
  • Elementary School: Lincoln
  • High School: City
  • Middle Or Junior School: Southeast
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Parking Total: 2.0
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Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1165.0
  • Building Area Total: 1165.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Living Area: 1165.0
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2011
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Frame
Green Features
  • Green Verification: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Park, Playground, Sidewalks
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Interior Features: Kitchen Island, High Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Pantry
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Has Spa: No

Property History for 1185 Foster Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 20, 2023

Sold

Iowa City Area AOR #202301377

$275,500
Apr 4, 2023

Contract Signed

Iowa City Area AOR #202301377

Mar 15, 2023

Listed (Active)

Iowa City Area AOR #202301377

$275,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/20/2023

Sold

Iowa City Area AOR #202301377

$275,500
04/04/2023

Contract Signed

Iowa City Area AOR #202301377

03/15/2023

Listed (Active)

Iowa City Area AOR #202301377

$275,000

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Schools near 1185 Foster Road

This home is within Iowa City Community School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lincoln Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Southeast Junior High School
Public6 to 8

Iowa City High School
Public9 to 12

ICCSD PK-12 Online Learning Program
PublicK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1185 Foster Road, Iowa City, IA 52245
$275,500
2
1,165
$305,000
2
1,260
$207,000
2
1,175
$208,000
2
1,234
$225,900
2
1,175
$365,000
4
3,166
4,356

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