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409 S 7th Avenue, IowaCity, IA 52240

Ridgewood · Johnson County

Key Facts

4Beds
2Baths
1,721Sq Ft
1992Year Built

Description

Welcome to this charming and well-located property in the heart of Iowa City right on a corner lot! This split-level home offers a unique investment or owner-occupant opportunity, currently split into two rentable units. A 2-bedroom 1-bathroom unit is located on the upper level. There is a one-bedroom/studio unit layout in the lower level. A one stall attached garage provides easy access to the lower-level unit, while the front door will easily take you to the upper unit. Each level has their own in-unit laundry and appliances. There is an additional one-stall garage that can be used as a workshop or storage unit, conveniently located on the neighboring lot with plenty of room for driveway parking and even gardening or entertaining with a spacious and manageable yard. Each unit is currently tenant occupied on a month-to-month lease, making this an excellent opportunity to expand your investment portfolio while making instant cash flow. This home can also easily be converted back into a home for owner occupancy. You could even live in one unit while renting out the other, making this versatile property full of potential! Just minutes from downtown, parks, and the University of Iowa, the location provides strong rental appeal with easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment. Each unit offers comfortable living spaces!

Property Information

Property Type

Residential

Sub-Type

Single Family Residence

Style

Split

Year Built

1992

Living Area

1,721 sq ft

Lot Dimensions

50 x 125

Parking Spaces

2

Zoning

Residential

MLS® Listing#

202602308

Property Features

Interior:
Other, Breakfast Bar
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Cooling:
Central Air
Heating:
Forced Air
Flooring:
Carpet, Laminate
Fireplace:
None
Basement:
Full
Parking:
Off Street, Attached
Patio:
Patio
Construction:
Vinyl Siding, Frame
Security:
Smoke Detector(s)
Other Structures:
Outbuilding, Shed(s)
Community:
Sidewalks, Street Lights
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Water Source:
Public

Schools

Elementary:
Longfellow
Middle:
Southeast
High:
City

HOA & Tax

HOA:
None
Annual Tax:
$4,680 (2024)
Parcel #:
1014201001

Directions

Corner of Court Street and 7th Avenue

Affordability Calculator

$61,990

Estimated monthly payment

$1,650/mo

Principal $247,960 · Est. interest $345,926 over 30 yrs

Neighborhood Market Statistics

How this home compares to active listings in IowaCity, IA

$361,345
Median Listing Price
70
Median Days on Market
1,797
Median Sq Ft
$195
Median Price / Sq Ft
266
Active Listings
  • This home’s price is 14% below the area median.
  • Its price per sq ft is 8% below the area median.

Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in IowaCity, IA.

Location

  • 409 S 7th Avenue, IowaCity, IA 52240

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Nearby Schools

  • Iowa City High School

    Secondary · 0.4 mi away

  • Longfellow Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.4 mi away

  • Herbert Hoover Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.4 mi away

  • Regina Junior Senior High School

    Secondary · 0.8 mi away

  • Regina Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.8 mi away

  • Mark Twain Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.9 mi away

  • Tate High School

    Secondary · 0.9 mi away

  • Southeast Junior High School

    Secondary · 1.0 mi away

  • Mann Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.1 mi away

  • Pci Academy Iowa City

    School · 1.1 mi away

  • Champions at Lucas Elementary

    Elementary · 1.1 mi away

  • Lucas Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.1 mi away

  • Helen Lemme Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.3 mi away

  • University of Iowa Department of Cinematic Arts

    School · 1.4 mi away

  • Enchanted Neighborhood

    School · 1.5 mi away

  • Grant Wood Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.5 mi away

  • Iowa City Community School District

    School · 1.6 mi away

  • Bohumil Shimek Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.8 mi away

  • Melrose Day Care Center

    Elementary · 1.9 mi away

  • Alexander Elementary

    Elementary · 2.0 mi away

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Listing Courtesy: Barkalow & Associates, Realtors - 3193548644

Presented by: Tracy Barkalow

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