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Sold for $356,500 on 08/13/25
  • $356,500

    437 S Governor St, Iowa City, IA 52240

    3beds
    1,404sqft
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1895
    6,098.4 Square Feet Lot
    $356,500 Zestimate®
    $254/sqft
    $1,874 Estimated rent

    What's special

    Step into the charm of 1895 w/all the modern updates you’ve been dreaming of—just blocks from downtown IC, parks, cafes, UofI, & libraries! This character-filled home on beloved South Governor Street has been lovingly updated w/care & respect for its historic roots. Inside, you'll find 3 upstairs bedrooms, including a Murphy bed for a flexible office/guest space. Full bath w/classic clawfoot tub + shower adds vintage flair. The main floor features a cozy entryway, light-filled living room, & a separate dining room perfect for dinner parties. The remodeled kitchen shines with Birch cabinetry, gas stove, dishwasher, fridge, & microwave. The back entry has been transformed into a stylish mudroom w/custom built-ins that match the kitchen. The LL includes laundry, finished playroom, & extra storage. Enjoy the fenced backyard oasis—complete with an environmentally friendly rain garden, permeable-paver patio, and beautifully landscaped spaces for entertaining, meditating, or gardening. Cottage-style native landscape, ready-to-eat veg. garden. The detached 24x24 garage offers ample room for cars & gear. Playhouse, sandbox, fire pit and stone paths to wander the garden! Check out recently added rose garden on the South side of home & dry creek bed in front yard. Updates: flooring, appliances, fixtures, lighting, landscaping, & more.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: August 13, 2025 at 05:45pm

    Listed by:

    Kimberly Schillig 310-795-2133,

    Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS

    Bought with:

    Terri Larson

    Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS

    Andi Miller

    Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS

    Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202503916MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Natural Gas, Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
    • Laundry: In Basement
    Features
    • Bookcases
    • Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Vinyl
    • Basement: Sump Pump,Stone,Finished,Partial
    • Has fireplace: No
    • Fireplace features: None
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,404
    • Total interior livable area: 1,404 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,334
    • Finished area below ground: 70

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Detached Carport
    • Has carport: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Exterior features: Garden, Other
    • Fencing: Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 6,098 sqft
    • Dimensions: 40 x 150 x 40 x 150
    • Features: Less Than Half Acre, Level, Other
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1015102018
    • Zoning: Residential
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
    Materials
    • Frame
    Condition
    • Year built: 1895

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Available

    Community & neighborhood

    Community
    • Community features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Near Shopping, Close To School, Near Public Transport
    Location
    • Region: Iowa City
    • Subdivision: Berryhills 2nd Addition

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    Services availability