Residential Sale
1,540 Sqft - Melrose Ave, Iowa City, Iowa 52246
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Description

Prime Iowa City investment opportunity 3 blocks from the University of Iowa & UI Hospitals & Clinics. This versatile property offers strong rental appeal with a functional layout and key updates already completed. The main level features 3 bedrooms, while the lower level includes a 4th bedroom or flexible family room option, ideal for maximizing rental income or accommodating multiple living arrangements. Updates throughout the home, giving it a refreshed feel. Major improvement includes a newly updated foundation completed in 2025, offering peace of mind for investors looking for a solid, low-maintenance asset. The location alone checks all the boxes with consistent demand from students, medical professionals, & university staff. Whether you’re adding to your portfolio or looking for a property in one of Iowa City’s most reliable rental corridors, this Melrose Ave home is a smart move with built-in demand and flexibility.

Property Description

Prime Iowa City investment opportunity 3 blocks from the University of Iowa & UI Hospitals & Clinics. This versatile property offers strong rental appeal with a functional layout and key updates already completed. The main level features 3 bedrooms, while the lower level includes a 4th bedroom or flexible family room option, ideal for maximizing rental income or accommodating multiple living arrangements. Updates throughout the home, giving it a refreshed feel. Major improvement includes a newly updated foundation completed in 2025, offering peace of mind for investors looking for a solid, low-maintenance asset. The location alone checks all the boxes with consistent demand from students, medical professionals, & university staff. Whether you’re adding to your portfolio or looking for a property in one of Iowa City’s most reliable rental corridors, this Melrose Ave home is a smart move with built-in demand and flexibility.

Basic Details
Property Type:
Residential
Listing Type:
Sale
Listing ID:
202600307
Price:
$444,111
Beds:
4
Total Baths:
1
Baths:
1
Half Bathrooms:
0
Square Feet:
1,540 Sqft
Construction Year:
1954
Lot Size:
0.16 Acre
Country:
US
State:
IA
County:
Johnson
City:
Iowa City
Zipcode:
52246
Subdivision:
No
Property Sub Type:
SingleFamilyResidence
Features
Heating:
Electric, Steam
Cooling System:
Central Air
Parking:
Attached Garage
Basement:
Finished, Block
Exterior:
Deck
Construction:
Frame, Aluminum Siding
Interior:
Other, None
Address Map
Street Number:
1237
Street:
Melrose Ave
Floor Number:
0
Longitude:
W92° 26' 31.6''
Latitude:
N41° 39' 21.4''
More Information
Office Name:
Keller Williams Legacy Group
Elementary School:
Horn
Jr./Middle School:
Northwest
High School:
West
Directions:
East on Melrose Ave from I380 Refer to GPS
Zoning:
Residential
Lot Dimensions:
60x125
LA1Agent Logon Name:
i1656
LA1Agent First Name:
Jami
LA1Agent Last Name:
Wolf
LO1Main Office ID:
KWLG
319.351.1111 - 250 Holiday Road, Coralville, IA 52241
Agent Information
Jami Wolf
Keller Williams Legacy Group
Additional Details
Central Air
Finished, Block
Deck
Frame, Aluminum Siding
Other, None
01/09/2026
East on Melrose Ave from I380 Refer to GPS
60x125