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    • $285,000

    1130 Rochester Ave, Iowa City, IA 52245

    3beds
    1,356sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1870
    8,276.4 Square Feet Lot
    $275,400 Zestimate®
    $210/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Wood trim throughoutBeautiful hardwood flooring throughoutHigh ceilings in basementOversized lot
    This 2 story home sits on an oversized lot in a highly sought-after neighborhood. beautiful hardwood flooring throughout. 3 Bedrooms 1 bath on the upper level with beautiful hardwood flooring and wood trim throughout. Central location allows walking distance to schools, downtown shops and restaurants and the local hospital yet far enough to feel the neighborhood vibe. A City bus stop is located directly in front of the home and provides easy access to public transportation making commuting simple and stress-free. Outdoor living abundancy on the lot that extends all the way to Bloomington St: Gardening, entertaining or future expansion. This home has a current rental permit and is ready for homeowners or an investors. High ceilings in basement allows opportunity to be finished and walk up attic for additional storage. The home is heated and cooled with a Water furnace Geothermal heating and cooling system that has been serviced annually by E&J Geothermal keeps utilities costs down. Coin operated washer/dryer are reserved and will be removed before closing. Accepted Offer -Continue to Show for backup offers.
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: March 16, 2026 at 12:00pm

    Listed by:

    Chris Lehman 319-330-8230,

    Edge Realty Group

    Source: Iowa City Area AOR,MLS#: 202601642MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Living Room
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Geothermal
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Range Or Oven, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: In Basement
      Features
      • Bookcases, Entrance Foyer
      • Flooring: Wood, LVP
      • Basement: Full,Unfinished
      • Attic: Expandable
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: None
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,356
      • Total interior livable area: 1,356 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,356
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Off Street, On Street
      • Has garage: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      Lot
      • Size: 8,276.4 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 50 x 170
      • Features: Less Than Half Acre, Level
      Details
      • Additional structures: Gazebo
      • Parcel number: 1011264001
      • Zoning: R
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Wood, Frame
      Condition
      • Year built: 1870

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Near Public Transport, Sidewalks, Street Lights
      • Subdivision: Rose Hill Addition
      HOA
      • Services included: None
      Location
      • Region: Iowa City

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $210/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $227,380
      • Annual tax amount: $4,332
      • Date on market: 3/10/2026
      • Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional

        Estimated market value

        $275,400

        $262,000 - $289,000

        $1,794/mo

        Price history

        Price history
        DateEventPrice
        3/11/2026Listed for sale$285,000+256.3%$210/sqft
        Source: Iowa City Area AOR #202601642 Report a problem
        2/18/2026Listing removed$1,635$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        1/20/2026Listed for rent$1,635-0.9%$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        11/23/2024Listing removed$1,650$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        11/22/2024Listed for rent$1,650$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        11/18/2024Listing removed$1,650$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        10/18/2024Listed for rent$1,650$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        11/3/2022Listing removed--
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        10/19/2022Listed for rent$1,650+7.8%$1/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        2/27/2021Listing removed--
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        4/19/2020Listing removed$1,530$1/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        4/16/2020Price change$1,530+2%$1/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        3/23/2020Price change$1,500-2.9%$1/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        11/5/2019Listed for rent$1,545$1/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        1/17/2019Listing removed$1,545$1/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        1/8/2019Listed for rent$1,545$1/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        3/1/2016Sold$80,000$59/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        Public tax history
        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$4,277 +5.4%$227,380
        2023$4,059 +4.7%$227,380 +21.4%
        2022$3,878 -1.9%$187,270
        2021$3,952 +1.9%$187,270 +2.5%
        2020$3,880 +5.8%$182,730
        2019$3,666 $182,730 +9.5%
        2018$3,666 +20.7%$166,850 +19.4%
        2017$3,038 +23.4%$139,710 +24.8%
        2016$2,462 -20.4%$111,960 -19.7%
        2015$3,093 +7%$139,350 -2.1%
        2014$2,890 $142,290
        2012-- $142,290 -0.6%
        2011-- $143,160 +2.1%
        2009-- $140,160
        2008-- $140,160 +24.1%
        2005$1,932 +2.8%$112,940
        2004$1,880 +4.2%$112,940 +10.5%
        2003$1,804 +4.2%$102,250
        2002$1,732 +2.1%$102,250 +1.7%
        2001$1,696 $100,510

        Find assessor info on the county website

        BuyAbility℠ payment

        Est. payment
        $1,723/mo
        Principal & interest
        $1367
        Property taxes
        $356
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          Climate risks

          Neighborhood: Northside

          Getting around

          50 / 100
          Somewhat Walkable
          36 / 100
          Some Transit
          66 / 100
          Bikeable

          Nearby schools

          GreatSchools rating
          Schools provided by the listing agent
          • Elementary: Mann
          • Middle: Southeast
          • High: City

          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.

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