This charming two-story home blends timeless character with thoughtful updates completed over the past 5 years. Situated on a spacious corner lot, you’ll enjoy convenient access to downtown, the Kewash Trail, & the Washington YMCA. Inside, a bright & open floor plan welcomes you with an updated kitchen & a formal dining room featuring a classic built-in hutch. Unique architectural details throughout, including arched doorways, glass doorknobs, a vintage phone nook repurposed as a plant display, & an antique French door leading to the basement. White trim highlights the main level, while the upper level showcases beautifully preserved 1920s woodwork, creating a perfect blend of modern updates & original charm. The living room features large picture windows & a decorative fireplace. Upstairs, you’ll find three bedrooms & a recently updated bathroom with excellent storage, along with a charming cat nook & pull-down attic access. The attic has been spray-foamed to enhance energy efficiency. The lower level offers versatile space with storage, built-ins, crafting area, fruit room, & full bathroom. Fenced backyard with patio & garden shed. Insulated & reinforced attached garage. Addit'l updates: radon mitigation, a tankless water heater, & RO system. Major improvements within 10 yrs inc'l electrical, plumbing, roof, windows, and HVAC.
Pending
$205,000
505 N 2nd Ave, Washington, IA 52353
3beds
1,457sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1926
9,583.2 Square Feet Lot
$203,800 Zestimate®
$141/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 16 days |
- 775 |
- 49 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jessica Hochstedler Yoder 319-430-3311,
KALONA REALTY, INC.,
Sarah Bigley 319-389-2517,
KALONA REALTY, INC.
Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202602553
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Great Room
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Range Or Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Solar Hot Water
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Other
- Flooring: Carpet, LVP
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,457
- Total interior livable area: 1,457 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,457
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Front Porch
Lot
- Size: 9,583.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 72 x 132
- Features: Less Than Half Acre, Corner Lot, Level, Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: 1117181007
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl, Wood, Frame
Condition
- Year built: 1926
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Indoor air quality: Active Radon
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Near Shopping, Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Subdivision: Denny's Addition
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $141/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $156,800
- Annual tax amount: $3,092
- Date on market: 4/16/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$203,800
$194,000 - $214,000
$1,370/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/26/2026 | Pending sale | $205,000$141/sqft |
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| 4/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $205,000+57.7%$141/sqft |
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| 2/18/2022 | Sold | $130,000-6.5%$89/sqft |
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| 11/15/2021 | Price change | $139,000-4.1%$95/sqft |
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| 11/2/2021 | Listed for sale | $145,000+26.1%$100/sqft |
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| 11/7/2018 | Sold | $115,000$79/sqft |
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| 10/29/2018 | Pending sale | $115,000$79/sqft |
Source: Elliott Realty Group #20185820 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2018 | Listed for sale | $115,000$79/sqft |
Source: Elliott Realty Group #20185820 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,092 +2.3% | $156,800 +7.5% |
| 2024 | $3,022 +7.9% | $145,900 |
| 2023 | $2,802 +12% | $145,900 +25.6% |
| 2022 | $2,502 +2% | $116,200 |
| 2021 | $2,452 +2.4% | $116,200 +4% |
| 2020 | $2,394 +13.9% | $111,700 |
| 2019 | $2,102 +17.3% | $111,700 +16% |
| 2018 | $1,792 | $96,300 +12.1% |
| 2017 | $1,792 +10.5% | $85,900 +7.9% |
| 2016 | $1,622 +1% | $79,600 -1.2% |
| 2015 | $1,606 +3.1% | $80,600 |
| 2014 | $1,558 +0.9% | $80,600 |
| 2013 | $1,544 -3.1% | $80,600 |
| 2012 | $1,594 +7.3% | -- |
| 2011 | $1,486 +3.6% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,434 +1.7% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,410 +8.8% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,296 +1.7% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,274 | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$1,321/mo
Principal & interest
$1090
Property taxes
$231
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 52353
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAStewart Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Washington Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Washington High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Washington
- Middle: Washington
- High: Washington
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.
A local agent can set up tours, give advice and negotiate with sellers.
- Iowa
- Washington County
- Washington
- 52353
- 505 N 2nd Ave




