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#2506509, Derrick Droz, Listing office: SKOGMAN REALTY
$255,000 List price
911 S Van Buren St Iowa City, IA 52240
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,732 sqft
0.2 acres
$147 / sqft
House
Property details
About 911 S Van Buren St
Welcome to 911 S Van Buren St, a charming 1940s bungalow nestled in Iowa City’s desirable Eastside. This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home offers 1,732 square feet of cozy, character-filled living space. Inside, you'll find a classic layout featuring a warm and inviting living room with a wood-burning fireplace and a functional eat-in kitchen. The converted garage provides added versatility, currently used as a guest suite or family room, while the upper half-story creates the perfect tucked-away bonus space for a home office, reading nook, or playroom. Step outside to enjoy a spacious backyard with a large deck, perfect for entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing. This home is a flexible and inviting space that’s ready for its next chapter.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Size1,732 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.17 Acres
Year built1941
MLS #2504398
FireplaceInsert, Wood Burning
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Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Eat-in Kitchen, Main Level Primary
- Fireplace: Insert, Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: None
- Exterior: Fence
- Architectural Style: One and One Half Story, Ranch
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $255,000
- Price/SqFt: $147
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,134
- Tax Year: 2024
- Year Built: 1941
- Living Area: 1,732 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.17 Acres
- MLS Number: 2504398
- MLS Name: CDR
- Office Name: Pinnacle Realty LLC
- Office Phone: (319) 393-0900
- Office Email: bfrink@pinnaclerealtyia.com
- Listing Agent: Jackie Karamitros
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 21, 2008 | Home Sold | $138,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $219,780 | $4,134 |
| 2023 | $219,780 | $4,042 |
| 2022 | $186,510 | $3,862 |
| 2021 | $186,510 | $3,846 |
| 2020 | $177,900 | $3,496 |
| 2018 | $152,160 | $3,156 |
| 2017 | $152,160 | $3,118 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Longfellow Elementary School
Public District KG-6
0.6 mi
•1130 Seymour Ave
3
Mark Twain Elementary School
Public District PK-6
0.9 mi
•1355 Deforest Ave
6
Horace Mann Elementary School
Public District PK-6
1.2 mi
•521 N Dodge St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $35,441. The majority of Iowa City, IA residents have income less than $<35k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
50%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
6%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
71%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
15%
Married, No Kids
8%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
8%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
57%
18-34 yrs old
25%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Mexican League Soccer
College Basketball
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Books-a-Million
Dillards
Forever 21
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Church's Chicken
Logan's Roadhouse
Dominos Pizza
What do the neighbors drive?
Toyota
Hyundai
Mazda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Adult Hits
Rock- Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 911 S Van Buren St
The listing price of 911 S Van Buren St property is $255,000.
The property 911 S Van Buren St is a house located in Iowa City, Iowa, 52240.
Active Listing: 911 S Van Buren St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 911 S Van Buren St are: Longfellow Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Mark Twain Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Horace Mann Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), South East Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Northwest Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), North Central Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), City High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Elizabeth Tate Alternative High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), West High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $4,134 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 21, 2008 for $138,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 911 S Van Buren St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 911 S Van Buren St is 1,732 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 911 S Van Buren St is 1941.
This home is located at 911 S Van Buren St in Iowa City, IA and zip code 52240 in the Downtown neighborhood. This 1,732 square foot home, which was built in 1941, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 13, 2025 and is currently priced at $255,000.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Iowa City, IA there were more than 8 sold above asking price, over 22 sold below and more than 13 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Iowa City, IA decreased by 3.8% between May and June 2025. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 26 days, the median list price was $324,950.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.