Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds1,912 sqft
1203 Rochester Avenue, Iowa City, IA 52245
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.25 acresLot Size
1920Year Built
$174/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Beautifully maintained charmer on the near east side, retaining much of the character of the original home. Four bedrooms including a first floor bedroom and first floor family room make this a very functional and enjoyable floor plan. The enclosed porch is a wonderful place to spend the evenings or with morning coffee. The living room is accented by a wood burning fireplace and built in bookshelves. A formal dining room and kitchen with plenty of cupboard space, opens to the family room. Both feature...Beautifully maintained charmer on the near east side, retaining much of the character of the original home. Four bedrooms including a first floor bedroom and first floor family room make this a very functional and enjoyable floor plan. The enclosed porch is a wonderful place to spend the evenings or with morning coffee. The living room is accented by a wood burning fireplace and built in bookshelves. A formal dining room and kitchen with plenty of cupboard space, opens to the family room. Both feature hardwood floors. The family room has two skylights and glass doors to the deck. Extra large master bedroom upstairs with two closets. Spacious lower level for plenty of storage area and a walk up exit. The yard is filled with mature trees and landscaping. There are two 2 car garages with openers. One is fully insulated and great for a workshop.
  • Listed by: Sean McIntyre 319.430.8260 SeanMcIntyre@urbanacres.com • Urban Acres Real Estate
Listing closed: 12/29/2021 12:00 AM • Source: Iowa City Area AOR, MLS#: 202106212

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Median sold price

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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Property Information for 1203 Rochester Avenue

Property Details
  • Taxes: $6,022 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Two Stories
  • Subdivision Name: RAPHAEL PLACE
  • Zoning: Residential
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Lot Size: 0.25 AC / 10,890 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Rochester Avenue, between Clapp St & Parsons Ave
  • Latitude: 41.663726
  • Longitude: -91.517969
  • MLS Area Major: Iowa City
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 1011326007
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,022.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 332000
  • Tax Year: 2020
School Information
  • Elementary School: Mann
  • High School: City
  • Middle Or Junior School: Southeast
Parking
  • Parking Total: 4.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Level, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.25
  • Lot Size Area: 0.25
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 80 x 138
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1912.0
  • Building Area Total: 1912.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Living Area: 1912.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1920
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding, Frame
  • Total Stories: 2
Green Features
  • Green Verification: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch, Patio, Screened
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Cooktop
  • Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Unfinished
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Forced Air, Steam
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Vinyl
  • Interior Features: Bookcases, High Ceilings, Pantry, Master Downstairs
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, In Basement
  • Has Spa: No

Property History for 1203 Rochester Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 29, 2021

Sold

Iowa City Area AOR #202106212

$332,000
Dec 21, 2021

Contract Signed

Iowa City Area AOR #202106212

Nov 21, 2021

Listed (Active)

Iowa City Area AOR #202106212

$335,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/29/2021

Sold

Iowa City Area AOR #202106212

$332,000
12/21/2021

Contract Signed

Iowa City Area AOR #202106212

11/21/2021

Listed (Active)

Iowa City Area AOR #202106212

$335,000

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Schools near 1203 Rochester Avenue

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
Horace Mann 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

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1203 Rochester Avenue, Iowa City, IA 52245
$332,000
4
1,912
10,890
$280,000
3
1,746
$380,000
3
1,552
10,890
$427,500
5
2,292
5,662
$350,000
4
2,031
11,040
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2
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7,840

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