Sold
Last Sold Price
5 beds3,204 sqft
1536 Forest Grove Road, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.23 acresLot Size
1957Year Built
$144/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Looking for an acreage in close proximity to downtown Cedar Rapids and Marion? Here is a home for you! This 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom home has been well taken care of! It features a large beautiful kitchen with a double oven, quartz counter tops, exhaust fan, reverse osmosis drinking water, updated appliances and lots of cabinetry with a huge pantry. Next to the kitchen is a spacious open concept dining/family room with a wood burning fireplace, making this area perfect for gatherings. There is also...Looking for an acreage in close proximity to downtown Cedar Rapids and Marion? Here is a home for you! This 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom home has been well taken care of! It features a large beautiful kitchen with a double oven, quartz counter tops, exhaust fan, reverse osmosis drinking water, updated appliances and lots of cabinetry with a huge pantry. Next to the kitchen is a spacious open concept dining/family room with a wood burning fireplace, making this area perfect for gatherings. There is also a living room of considerable size for quiet activities, television viewing and get togethers with family and friends. Downstairs you will find an abundance of storage areas, a huge family room with lots of closet space and another fireplace, a large laundry area and a second kitchenette. Enjoy the peaceful outdoors on your private deck or patio. The exterior of this home is magnificent with a huge backyard, many flowering perennials, multiple fenced in areas and standing dog kennels, perfect for pets. A concrete driveway and extra parking area leads up to an oversized 3.5 stall garage, with an added work area for tools and home projects. This home includes many extras not found in your average home, such as solar panels, two furnaces and central air conditioners, new breaker panel, full home attic fan, dog bath and grooming area, an additional storage building and so much more! This home should be on your list to come check out!
Listing closed: 03/02/2023 12:00 AM • Source: Iowa City Area AOR, MLS#: 202301278

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$470,000

Avg days on market

18

Sale-to-list ratio

98.4%

Cedar Rapids, IA

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Property Information for 1536 Forest Grove Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $4,123 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Linn County
  • Zoning: Residential
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Lot Size: 1.23 AC / 53,578 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Go E. on Mt. Vernon Rd, turn Rt on Forest Grove Rd
  • Latitude: 41.971359
  • Longitude: -91.545795
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 152815101300000
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,123.00
  • Tax Year: 2021
School Information
  • Elementary School: Erskine
  • High School: Washington
  • Middle Or Junior School: Mckinley
Parking
  • Parking Total: 3.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.23
  • Lot Size Area: 1.23
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 1.23
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2579.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 625.0
  • Building Area Total: 3204.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Living Area: 3204.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1957
Building Features
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Construction Materials: Frame
Green Features
  • Green Energy Generation: Solar
  • Green Indoor Air Quality: Contaminant Control
  • Green Verification: No
  • Power Production Type: Photovoltaics
  • Power Production: Yes
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Private
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Water Softener Owned, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Basement: Sump Pump, Full
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Active Solar, Natural Gas, Solar, Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Wood Burning
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Master Downstairs
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Has Spa: No

Property History for 1536 Forest Grove Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 2, 2023

Sold

Iowa City Area AOR #202301278

$460,000
Feb 2, 2023

Contract Signed

Iowa City Area AOR #202301278

Dec 14, 2022

Listed (Active)

Iowa City Area AOR #202301278

$454,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/02/2023

Sold

Iowa City Area AOR #202301278

$460,000
02/02/2023

Contract Signed

Iowa City Area AOR #202301278

12/14/2022

Listed (Active)

Iowa City Area AOR #202301278

$454,900

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Schools near 1536 Forest Grove Road

This home is within Cedar Rapids Community School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Erskine Elementary School
PublicK to 5

McKinley STEAM Academy
Public6 to 8

George Washington High School
Public9 to 12

Arthur Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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: 1536 Forest Grove Road, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
$460,000
5
3,204
53,578
$125,000
3
1,096
44,866
$290,000
3
2,327
221,285
$825,000
4
3,816
355,885
$112,000
47,916
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