This sweet 1940s home has vintage charm with tasteful modern updates throughout. Backing to green space of Chadek Green Park, enjoy unmatched privacy -- no neighbors behind, just tranquil park views. The main level includes an inviting living room, dining room perfect for entertaining, a cozy sunroom filled with natural light, a main-floor bedroom, convenient mudroom, and fully renovated kitchen & bathroom. The updated kitchen features slate stainless steel appliances, new countertops, and white-painted maple cabinets with soft-close hinges. A stylish tile backsplash adds the perfect finishing touch. The bathroom has been completely remodeled with a clean, modern look and features beautiful subway-tiled shower. Just off the kitchen, the mudroom is a great drop zone and leads to both the backyard and the basement with washer and dryer hookups. Upstairs, is a charming bedroom, a second non-conforming bedroom or study -- and a cleverly converted attic area that now serves as a generous walk-in closet. With its combination of historic character, thoughtful updates, and an unbeatable location, this home is truly one of a kind. There are 2 convenient driveway options; A front driveway & also alley access to back where gravel driveway can be maintained, or improved to cement - with plenty of room for a garage addition. New roof 2025.
Sold for $260,000 on 08/01/25
$260,000
509 3rd Ave, Iowa City, IA 52245
3beds
1,271sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1940
9,147.6 Square Feet Lot
$260,000 Zestimate®
$205/sqft
$1,609 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 01, 2025 at 01:25pm
Listed by:
Tundi Brady 319-621-6600,
Urban Acres Real Estate,
Nicki Thompson 319-321-8313,
Urban Acres Real Estate
Bought with:
Kevin Sun
Skogman Realty Co.
Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202503771

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Natural Gas, Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Other, Solarium
- Flooring: Carpet, LVP
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Block,Partial,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,271
- Total interior livable area: 1,271 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,271
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Parking Pad, Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Garden
Lot
- Size: 9,147 sqft
- Dimensions: 51 x 150 x 70 x 150
- Features: Less Than Half Acre, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1014111001
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Steel, Frame
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Grid Tied
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Park, Playground, Sidewalks, Near Shopping, Close To School
Location
- Region: Iowa City
- Subdivision: East Iowa City
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Services availability

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