Step into this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home, perfectly located with quick access to both Czech Village and downtown Cedar Rapids. Fresh updates throughout include new vinyl siding, stylish modern light fixtures, brand-new flooring, and crisp, neutral paint that complements any style. The kitchen shines with new cabinets and countertops, while the completely updated bathroom adds a touch of luxury. The main floor features a convenient primary bedroom, a non-conforming third bedroom perfect as an office or flex space, and upstairs you'll find a cozy loft-style second bedroom. Enjoy the outdoors with a fully fenced backyard and a 14x20 detached garage—ideal for storage, hobbies, or extra parking. Move-in ready and full of charm, this home is a must-see!
Sold for $138,000 on 07/30/25
$138,000
1523 1st St SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
3beds
948sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
7,405.2 Square Feet Lot
$138,000 Zestimate®
$146/sqft
$1,271 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 30, 2025 at 09:14am
Listed by:
Jeremy Emmert 319-210-0630,
Realty87
Bought with:
Sara Hudson
Realty87
Source: CRAAR, CDRMLS,MLS#: 2505796
Originating MLS: Cedar Rapids Area Association Of Realtors

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Other
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen/Dining Combo, Main Level Primary
- Basement: Partial
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 948 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 948
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Guest, Off Street, On Street, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half,One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Fence
Lot
- Size: 7,405 sqft
- Dimensions: 53 x 140
Details
- Parcel number: 143312700500000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Cedar Rapids
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
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