DISTINGUISHED AMERICAN FOUR SQUARE, RENOVATED WITH UNMATCHED PERFECTION. Located in the heart of Iowa City’s coveted Brown Street Historic District, this iconic 1900's five-bedroom, 6000 sf home showcases artisan details with a symmetrical façade, classic front porch, original wood moldings, and pristine hardwood floors. Elevated above street level with expansive frontage and surrounded by lush landscaping, a prominent presence welcomes you to this Iowa City treasure. Designed for both function and elegance, the main level boasts expansive living and entertaining spaces with direct access to the incredible lower level. The gourmet eat-in kitchen features all stainless-steel appliances, a six-burner commercial grade two oven Garland gas range with griddle, granite countertops, an oversized island with storage on three sides, a generous walk-in butler’s pantry, a Vermont cast iron stove to enjoy in winter and a spacious three seasoned porch with direct kitchen access. The formal living room centers around a wood-burning fireplace with mosaic surround, along with a southern facing all enclosed cozy sunroom. Additionally, you'll enjoy a well-appointed library/piano room, a family room with mudroom access and a graciously appointed powder room. A beautiful, light-filled landing with wall of windows greets you to the 2nd level.
Sold for $1,150,000 on 09/30/25
$1,150,000
404 Brown St, Iowa City, IA 52245
5beds
5,949sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1910
0.4 Acres Lot
$1,150,500 Zestimate®
$193/sqft
$6,505 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 30, 2025 at 11:53am
Listed by:
Lynn Weinstein 319-400-0355,
Blank & McCune Real Estate
Bought with:
Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS
Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202504411
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Heated Floor, Steam
Cooling
- Central Air, Dual
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Bookcases, High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Family Room On Main Level, Solarium, Stubbed Bath Or Rough In, Breakfast Area, Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Marble, Concrete, Tile
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Block,Walk-Out Access,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove, In LL, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,949
- Total interior livable area: 5,949 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,849
- Finished area below ground: 1,100
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street, On Street
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Front Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Garden, Sprinkler System
Lot
- Size: 0.40 Acres
- Dimensions: .40
- Features: Less Than Half Acre, Corner Lot, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 1010129006
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Wood, Frame
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Indoor air quality: Active Radon
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Close To School, Near Shopping, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Location
- Region: Iowa City
- Subdivision: Iowa City (Original Town)
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
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