This fully renovated 5 bed, 2 bath walk-out ranch sits on a serene 3+ acre wooded lot that is in town, just minutes from the interstate. Enjoy modern finishes, granite countertops, and a cozy stone fireplace, all protected by a brand-new roof, siding, and windows. New floors, paint, kitchen and baths. You name it, it has been updated. The expansive land offers total seclusion with plenty of room to add an ADU, a large shop, or a pole barn. Whether you're looking for a perfect starter home or a site for your home business, this property delivers the ideal blend of "ready now" and "room to grow." Don't miss your chance to own this ultimate peaceful retreat.
For sale
$489,000
2040 N Dubuque Rd, Iowa City, IA 52245
4beds
2,520sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1966
3.14 Acres Lot
$479,900 Zestimate®
$194/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy stone fireplaceModern finishesNew floorsGranite countertopsBrand-new roof
- 57 days |
- 1,755 |
- 58 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 22, 2026 at 10:19pm
Listed by:
Julie Dancer 319-310-5522,
Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS
Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202600661
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Living Room Dining Room Combo, Recreation Room
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Family Room On Main Level, Primary On Main Level
- Flooring: LVP, Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Full,Concrete,Walk-Out Access,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning, Living Room, In LL
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,520
- Total interior livable area: 2,520 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,260
- Finished area below ground: 1,260
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Parking Pad
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
Lot
- Size: 3.14 Acres
- Dimensions: 136,778 SF
- Features: Two To Five Acres, Corner Lot, Back Yard, Sloped, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 1002177001
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Composit, Partial Stone, Frame
Condition
- Year built: 1966
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Near Public Transport
- Subdivision: STR 2-79-6
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Iowa City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $194/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $513,100
- Annual tax amount: $9,774
- Date on market: 1/22/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$479,900
$456,000 - $504,000
$2,523/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $489,000-2%$194/sqft |
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| 1/1/2026 | Listing removed | $499,000$198/sqft |
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| 8/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $499,000-11.7%$198/sqft |
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| 7/31/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $565,000+13%$224/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/2024 | Listing removed | $500,000$198/sqft |
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| 2/6/2024 | Listed for sale | $500,000$198/sqft |
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| 2/6/2024 | Listing removed | $500,000$198/sqft |
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| 2/3/2024 | Price change | $500,000-9.1%$198/sqft |
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| 9/21/2023 | Listed for sale | $550,000+221.6%$218/sqft |
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| 5/7/1997 | Sold | $171,000$68/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,535 +8.3% | $513,100 +47.7% |
| 2023 | $6,035 +3% | $347,400 +24.8% |
| 2022 | $5,857 -7% | $278,430 -1.6% |
| 2021 | $6,300 +1.8% | $282,820 -2.9% |
| 2020 | $6,186 +13.4% | $291,360 -0.1% |
| 2019 | $5,456 | $291,760 +13.6% |
| 2018 | $5,456 +1.1% | $256,820 |
| 2017 | $5,394 +0.5% | $256,820 +1.6% |
| 2016 | $5,368 +2.1% | $252,710 |
| 2015 | $5,260 +1% | $252,710 +1.3% |
| 2014 | $5,208 | $249,460 |
| 2012 | -- | $249,460 |
| 2011 | -- | $249,460 -4.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $261,140 |
| 2008 | -- | $261,140 +25.3% |
| 2005 | $3,690 +2.7% | $208,470 |
| 2004 | $3,594 -0.7% | $208,470 +5.7% |
| 2003 | $3,620 +3.8% | $197,180 |
| 2002 | $3,486 +24.4% | $197,180 +22.9% |
| 2001 | $2,802 | $160,450 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,954/mo
Principal & interest
$2343
Property taxes
$611
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 52245
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Horace Mann Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 1.4 mi
- 5/10Southeast Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 7/10Iowa City High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mann
- Middle: Southeast
- High: City
Source: Iowa City Area AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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