Description

The Rock House was custom built in 1930 and expanded in 1948 w/ addition blending vintage character w/ mid-century openness. From the street it’s seen as distinctive 3-level Howard Moffitt home, admired for unique architecture & appeal. Original wood floors & trim, built-ins, & glass doorknobs preserve timeless charm, while addition offers vaulted open-concept design creating flexibility for modern living. In more than 3,000 sq. ft., home can be enjoyed as one expansive residence w/ 4 BRs, 2 nonconforming BRs w/ study spaces, 3.5 baths, 2 kitchens w/ breakfast bars, spiral-staircase loft, LR & family room, formal DR, 2 gas fireplaces, breezeway, laundry, & recreation space. Addition also serves as oversized primary suite featuring Jacuzzi, full bath, & wet bar or midnight kitchen. Home’s versatile layout provides outstanding options. W/ private entrance, addition can function as accessory dwelling unit, ideal for Airbnb, in-law or au-pair suite, caregiver quarters, or adult-children independent living. Also offers owner accommodations if original Rock House is rented. Set along tree-lined Muscatine Ave. near McPherson “Creekside” Park, property is within 1/2 mile of elementary, junior high, & high schools. On city bus route & w/ parking for 4+ cars, this distinctive historic home enjoys convenient access to all Iowa City offers.

Listing ID #202604507

Residential Sale

1915 Muscatine Ave
Iowa City, Iowa 52240

$524,000
Beds4
Total Baths4
Square Feet3,059
Construction Year1930
Lot Size0.18 Acre
Country : US
State : IA
County : Johnson
City : Iowa City
Zipcode : 52240
StatusActive
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Listing Agent
Alan Swanson
Blank & McCune Real Estate
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Features

202604507
Single Family Residence
4
3.5
3,059 Sqft
1930
Parking Pad
Full, Slab, Block, Daylight
Front Porch, Garden
Frame, Vinyl, Composit, See Remarks, Stone, Masonry, Steel
First Ave. to Muscatine near James Alan McPherson Park
Additional Details
0.18 Acre
Central Air, Ceiling Fans, Dual, Wall Window Units
Electric, Natural Gas, Forced Air
Zero Step Entry, Primary Bath, Breakfast Bar, Vaulted Ceilings, Family Room On Main Level, Family Room, Loft, Cable Available, Recreation Room, Primary On Main Level, Dining Room Separate, Living Room Separate, Handicap Access, Exercise Room, Whirlpool, Suite Or Apartment
07-20-2026
75 x 110 x 75 x 110
East Iowa City

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