Address
1217 Friendly Ave., Iowa City, IA
Price
$ 359,900
Property Attributes
- MLS#202605628
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status NewListing
- CountyJOHNSON
- CityIowa City
- AreaIowaCity
- NeighborhoodKirkwood Place
- Zip52240
- StyleOne Story
- Year Built1938
- Taxes$ 7092
- Price$ 359,900
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2128
- Lot Size0.17 Acres
Data Source:
Iowa City Area Association Of REALTORS® (ICAAR)
Property Description
Step into a piece of local history with this charming 1938 double-wing Moffitt home in the highly sought-after Lucas Farms neighborhood. Once featured on the Parade of Historic Homes, this timeless residence beautifully blends classic craftsmanship with thoughtful modern updates. Inside, you'll find three bedrooms plus a dedicated office, two newly remodeled bathrooms, an updated kitchen, and two inviting fireplaces adding warmth and character throughout. The home's original charm shines through with its unique architectural details, including delightfully uneven floors that tell the story of its rich history. Outside, enjoy a picturesque flagstone patio overlooking a beautifully landscaped yard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A tandem garage provides convenient parking and storage. Lovingly maintained and extensively updated with a new roof, new HVAC, fresh paint, new carpet, etc. (see attached list for all improvements). This one-of-a-kind home offers the rare opportunity to own a historic treasure with the comfort and convenience of modern living. Owner has not used the fireplaces and they are not warranted.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Twain Elementary School | Southeast Middle School | City High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/18/2026 | Listed $359,900 |
General Features
| Heating | ForcedAir,NaturalGas |
|---|---|
| Cooling | CentralAir |
| Utilities | CitySewer,CityWater |
| Possession | CloseOfEscrow |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,RangeOrOven,Refrigerator |
| Zoning | Residential |
| Association Fee Includes | None |
| Architectural Style | OneStory,MultiLevel |
| Construction Materials | Stone,StoneVeneer,Other,Frame,Masonry |
| Year Built | 1938 |
| Rooms | {u'RoomType': u'Garage',u'RoomLength': u'37',u'RoomWidth': u'14'},{u'RoomLevel': u'Main',u'RoomType': u'Kitchen'},{u'RoomLevel': u'Main',u'RoomType': u'DiningRoom'},{u'RoomLevel': u'Main',u'RoomType' |
| Area | IowaCity |
| Property Subtype | SingleFamilyResidence |
| Tax Year | 2024 |
| Community Features | Sidewalks,StreetLights,Other |
| County | Johnson |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Subdivision Name | Kirkwood Place |
| Green Indoor Air Quality | ActiveRadon,CarbonMonoxideDetecors,SmokeDetectors |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | NewListing |
| Directions | Kirkwood Ave.,south on Marcy St.,east on Friendly Ave. |
| High School | City |
| City | IowaCity |
| Elementary School | Twain |
| Tax Annual Amount | 7092.0 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Southeast |
| Builder Name | Moffitt |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Virtual Tour | https://listings.corridorhomephotos.com/1217-Friendly-Ave-Iowa-City-IA-52240-USA?mls= |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Other,DiningRoomSeparate,LibraryOrOffice,LivingRoomSeparate,PrimaryBath,PrimaryOnMainLevel,BreakfastArea |
|---|---|
| Basement | Full,Concrete,Stone,Unfinished |
| Flooring | Carpet,Wood,Tile |
| Total Fireplaces | 2 |
| Fireplace Features | WoodBurning,LivingRoom,Bedroom |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 2128.0 |
| Laundry Features | LowerLevel,LaundryRoom |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 0.0 |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Garden,Patio |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | AttachedGarage,Tandem |
| Lot Features | LessThanHalfAcre |
| Lot Dimensions | Irregular |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.17 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 52240
Price
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All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) or information provider(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. Listing(s) information is provided for consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The data relating
All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) or information provider(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. Listing(s) information is provided for consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The data relating
All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) or information provider(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. Listing(s) information is provided for consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The data relating
