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, 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.

Listing ID #202604629

Residential Sale

1217 Friendly Ave.
Iowa City, Iowa 52240

$375,000
Beds3
Total Baths2
Square Feet2,128
Construction Year1938
Lot Size0.17 Acre
Country : US
State : IA
County : Johnson
City : Iowa City
Zipcode : 52240
StatusActive
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Features

202604629
Single Family Residence
3
2
2,128 Sqft
1938
Attached Garage, Tandem
Full, Unfinished, Stone, Concrete
Patio, Garden
Other, Frame, Stone Veneer, Stone, Masonry
Kirkwood Ave., south on Marcy St., east on Friendly Ave.
Additional Details
0.17 Acre
Central Air
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Other, Breakfast Area, Primary Bath, Primary On Main Level, Dining Room Separate, Library Or Office, Living Room Separate
07-23-2026
Irregular
Kirkwood Place

Information on this page deemed reliable, but not guaranteed to be accurate. Listing information was entered by the listing agent and provided by ICAAR (Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®) MLS and CRAAR (Cedar Rapids Area Association of REALTORS®) MLS. Urban Acres claims no responsibility for any misinformation, typographical errors, or misprints displayed from the MLS sources.

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