Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds1,840 sqft
281 Washington Street, Riverside, IA 52327
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.31 acresLot Size
1977Year Built
$126/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Welcome home to 281 Washington St in Riverside- functional, bright, spacious layout with lots of amenities. This raised ranch is a corner lot with a deck in the front, and a patio, storage shed, and fenced-in yard in the back. The attached one car garage is oversized. Walk in into the living room with vaulted ceilings and big windows facing west for great sunset views. The living room leads into the large dining room that also has vaulted ceilings and large windows facing east for sunrise views!...Welcome home to 281 Washington St in Riverside- functional, bright, spacious layout with lots of amenities. This raised ranch is a corner lot with a deck in the front, and a patio, storage shed, and fenced-in yard in the back. The attached one car garage is oversized. Walk in into the living room with vaulted ceilings and big windows facing west for great sunset views. The living room leads into the large dining room that also has vaulted ceilings and large windows facing east for sunrise views! The kitchen and dining room are open concept and also has a breakfast bar. The kitchen has a great amount of counter top space and cabinets, ideal for someone who likes to spend time in the kitchen or hosting. There is also a walk-in closet for pantry or extra closet space. Main floor wraps around in a circle so the living room connects back to the kitchen and down the hallway in-between them is the three nicely sized bedrooms and full bathroom that has been updated. Off the other end of the kitchen is a door to the backyard and patio or stairs to the basement. The basement has a living room space, another bedroom, a laundry area, a storage/hvac room, and a half bathroom, as well as access to the garage. The bedroom in the basement has a walk in closet. This home is unique as it has a gas furnace AND hot water heat.
  • Listed by: Tabby Barnes 319.551.2128 tabbybarnes@skogman.com • Skogman Realty Co.
Listing closed: 02/27/2026 12:00 AM • Source: Iowa City Area AOR, MLS#: 202600618

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Sold By KALONA REALTY, INC.

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Property Information for 281 Washington Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,749 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Subdivision Name: 03 11 OP LOT 1 2 & W 3 FT
  • Zoning: Residential
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Lot Size: 0.31 AC / 13,503 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: South on I-218, exit onto 22, Street turns into Hickory St E- keep going, street turns into First St E- keep going, right on Washington St, house on the right/east side at the end of the street.
  • Latitude: 41.482284
  • Longitude: -91.584288
  • MLS Area Major: SWQuadrant
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 04-18-229-001
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,749.00
  • Tax Year: 2026
School Information
  • Elementary School: Highland
  • High School: Highland
  • Middle Or Junior School: Highland
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Parking Total: 1.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.31
  • Lot Size Area: 0.31
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 130x103
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1192.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 648.0
  • Building Area Total: 1840.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Living Area: 1840.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1977
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Frame
Green Features
  • Green Verification: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Finished
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Steam
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Breakfast Bar, Master Downstairs
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Laundry Room
  • Has Spa: No

Property History for 281 Washington Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 27, 2026

Sold

Iowa City Area AOR #202600618

$232,500
Jan 24, 2026

Contract Signed

Iowa City Area AOR #202600618

Jan 21, 2026

Listed (Active)

Iowa City Area AOR #202600618

$225,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/27/2026

Sold

Iowa City Area AOR #202600618

$232,500
01/24/2026

Contract Signed

Iowa City Area AOR #202600618

01/21/2026

Listed (Active)

Iowa City Area AOR #202600618

$225,000

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Schools near 281 Washington Street

This home is within Highland Community School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Riverside Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Highland Middle School
Public6 to 8

Highland High School
Public9 to 12

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