285 Jappa Rd, Ely, IA 52227
What's special
Let’s talk about space! This beautiful custom-built ranch offers approximately 3,700 square feet of finished living space with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and plenty of room for everyone to spread out. From the moment you arrive, the beautiful shake accents on the exterior add warmth, character, and undeniable curb appeal. The main-floor den offers wonderful flexibility as a home office, library, or additional bedroom and features a charming built-in wood-burning fireplace—perfect for cozy fall evenings. The finished walkout lower level includes newer carpet and a spacious wet bar/kitchen, making it ideal for entertaining, extended-stay guests, or multigenerational living, with direct access to the patio. Step outside and enjoy the crisp autumn air from either of the two decks, or simply take in the beauty of the changing seasons. An attached 2-stall garage, whole-house generator, and storage shed add even more convenience. Located in beautiful Ely within the sought-after College Community School District, this spacious and welcoming home is ready to be loved by its next owners! Conveniently located near Kirkwood Community College, The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID), and Highway 30.
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Living Room
Kitchen
Dining Room
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Rossi Babington 319-804-5621,
Pinnacle Realty LLC
Originating MLS: Cedar Rapids Area Association Of RealtorsFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Den, Great Room, Laundry, Recreation, Screened Porch
Other
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Softener Rented, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Kitchen/Dining Combo, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Main Level Primary, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Insert, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,693 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,198
- Finished area below ground: 1,495
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.38 Acres
- Dimensions: 186 x 89
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 182932700300000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Vinyl Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2014
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ely
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $142/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $580,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,944
- Date on market: 9/18/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/29/2026 | Price change | $525,000-4.5%$142/sqft |
Source:  CRAAR, CDRMLS #2606590 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $550,000+1136%$149/sqft |
Source: CRAAR, CDRMLS #2606590 Report a problem | ||
| 12/21/2012 | Sold | $44,500$12/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,046 +1.1% | $580,000 +3.2% |
| 2024 | $8,950 +13.7% | $562,000 |
| 2023 | $7,870 +2.8% | $562,000 +35.1% |
| 2022 | $7,658 +0.9% | $416,000 +0.9% |
| 2021 | $7,592 +4% | $412,400 +6.2% |
| 2020 | $7,302 -3.2% | $388,300 |
| 2019 | $7,541 +2.3% | $388,300 +2% |
| 2018 | $7,372 +9.9% | $380,600 +8% |
| 2017 | $6,708 +4.6% | $352,300 |
| 2016 | $6,412 +4.8% | $352,300 +808% |
| 2015 | $6,116 +789% | $38,800 +19300% |
| 2014 | $688 +17100% | $200 |
| 2013 | $4 -98.5% | $200 +8.7% |
| 2012 | $274 | $184 -98.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $16,856 |
| 2010 | $274 | $16,856 +9060.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $184 |
| 2007 | -- | $184 |
Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$520,800
$495,000 - $547,000
$3,355/mo
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