Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds4,922 sqft
578 Cedar River Road, Mount Vernon, IA 52314
Single FamilyProperty Type
39.4 acresLot Size
1999Year Built
$284/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Don't delay on this one, it has it all! Hard surface roads, gated entry, solar (2013), new roof (2021), new septic coming soon, private pond, 17 acres is tillable, everything is like new inside and did I mention so much privacy and you're next to Palisades Park? It also has an additional building for storage or a guest house, a stand alone smoke house, 5 car attached garage, a beautiful sunroom addition, wrap around porch, butlers pantry that you'll fall in love with, newly remodeled kitchen that...Don't delay on this one, it has it all! Hard surface roads, gated entry, solar (2013), new roof (2021), new septic coming soon, private pond, 17 acres is tillable, everything is like new inside and did I mention so much privacy and you're next to Palisades Park? It also has an additional building for storage or a guest house, a stand alone smoke house, 5 car attached garage, a beautiful sunroom addition, wrap around porch, butlers pantry that you'll fall in love with, newly remodeled kitchen that is breathtaking, a double sided gas fireplace, a personal theater room with blackout window coverings, front office area with built-ins and if that wasn't enough you'll really enjoy the oversized master bedroom and spa like master bath with heated floors. The electric bill lower with the solar! The LP averages $1,000-$1,300 /year and they fill it up about 2x per year. Usage will depend on the family usage.
  • Listed by: Alicia Porter 319.350.1093 aliciaporter@remax.net • RE/MAX Concepts
Listing closed: 03/25/2022 12:00 AM • Source: Iowa City Area AOR, MLS#: 202106560

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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,370,000

Avg days on market

82

Sale-to-list ratio

93.8%

Mount Vernon, IA

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Property Information for 578 Cedar River Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $9,902 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Linn County
  • Subdivision Name: Single Family
  • Zoning: Ag
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1999
  • Lot Size: 39.40 AC / 1,716,264 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Hwy. 13 to Cedar River Rd.
  • Latitude: 41.900928
  • Longitude: -91.485297
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $9,902.00
  • Tax Year: 2020
School Information
  • Elementary School: Mt Vernon
  • High School: Mt Vernon
  • Middle Or Junior School: Mt Vernon
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Guest, Off Street, Attached
  • Parking Total: 4.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 39.4
  • Lot Size Area: 39.4
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3257.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1665.0
  • Building Area Total: 4922.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Living Area: 4922.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1999
Building Features
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Frame, Brick
Green Features
  • Green Verification: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Shared Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Concrete, Full, Walk-Out Access
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Active Solar, Natural Gas, Solar, Forced Air, Radiant Floor
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar
  • Laundry Features: Lower Level
  • Has Spa: No

Property History for 578 Cedar River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 25, 2022

Sold

Iowa City Area AOR #202106560

$1,400,000
Dec 28, 2021

Contract Signed

Iowa City Area AOR #202106560

Dec 22, 2021

Listed (Active)

Iowa City Area AOR #202106560

$1,499,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/25/2022

Sold

Iowa City Area AOR #202106560

$1,400,000
12/28/2021

Contract Signed

Iowa City Area AOR #202106560

12/22/2021

Listed (Active)

Iowa City Area AOR #202106560

$1,499,900

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Schools near 578 Cedar River Road

This home is within Mount Vernon Community School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Washington Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Mount Vernon Middle School
Public5 to 8

Mount Vernon High School
Public9 to 12

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