Residential Sale
3,059 Sqft - Muscatine Ave, Iowa City, Iowa 52240
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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.

Property 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.

Basic Details
Property Type:
Residential
Listing Type:
Sale
Listing ID:
202604507
Price:
$524,000
Beds:
4
Total Baths:
4
Baths:
3
Half Bathrooms:
1
Square Feet:
3,059 Sqft
Construction Year:
1930
Lot Size:
0.18 Acre
Country:
US
State:
IA
County:
Johnson
City:
Iowa City
Zipcode:
52240
Subdivision:
East Iowa City
Property Sub Type:
SingleFamilyResidence
Features
Heating:
Electric, Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling System:
Central Air, Ceiling Fans, Dual, Wall Window Units
Parking:
Parking Pad
Basement:
Full, Slab, Block, Daylight
Exterior:
Front Porch, Garden
Construction:
Frame, Vinyl, Composit, See Remarks, Stone, Masonry, Steel
Interior:
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
Address Map
Street Number:
1915
Street:
Muscatine Ave
Floor Number:
0
Longitude:
W92° 29' 34.6''
Latitude:
N41° 39' 3.7''
More Information
Office Name:
Blank & McCune Real Estate
Elementary School:
Longfellow
Jr./Middle School:
Southeast
High School:
City
Directions:
First Ave. to Muscatine near James Alan McPherson Park
Zoning:
Residential
Lot Dimensions:
75 x 110 x 75 x 110
LA1Agent Logon Name:
I1045
LA1Agent First Name:
Alan
LA1Agent Last Name:
Swanson
LO1Main Office ID:
IBMC
319.351.1111 - 250 Holiday Road, Coralville, IA 52241
Agent Information
Alan Swanson
Blank & McCune Real Estate
Additional Details
Central Air, Ceiling Fans, Dual, Wall Window Units
Full, Slab, Block, Daylight
Front Porch, Garden
Frame, Vinyl, Composit, See Remarks, Stone, Masonry, Steel
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
First Ave. to Muscatine near James Alan McPherson Park
75 x 110 x 75 x 110