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1225 Ellis Blvd NW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52405

2beds
1baths
1,047sqft
$173,000
$165price/sqft
$1,382/moest. monthly cost
$55,280/yrincome needed

About This Home

This charming two-story home is in a family-friendly neighborhood, offering comfort and convenience. The main level features beautiful hardwood floors and the added bonus of main-floor laundry. The kitchen is thoughtfully designed with hardwood floors, laminate countertops, and stainless steel appliances, all of which are included with the home. Upstairs, the spacious primary bedroom offers plush carpet flooring and is accompanied by two additional bedrooms and a full bath. The unfinished lower level provides a perfect opportunity for future expansion to suit your needs. Outside, enjoy relaxing on the porch or patio while overlooking the yard, which is enclosed with a chain-link fence—ideal for both kids and pets. This home is a wonderful opportunity in a welcoming community. Call, text or email today for a private showing. Property Improvements: - All New Interior Paint - 2024 - Basement Sealed & Tuckpointed & Painted - 2022 - New Water Heater. 2 Water Heaters - 2024 - New Roof. Siding, Gutters After Derecho - 2022 - New Custom Nook Built for Dining Room/ Living Room Open Space Concept - 2024 - New Light Fixtures & Covers. New Accent Wall in Living Room - 2024 - New Washer & Dryer - 2023 - Both Porches Stripped & Painted Fall - 2024 - Exterior Tuckpointed & Painted. Walkways Tuckpointed - 2023 - Gazeebo Added - 2023

Getting Around

35
WalkingCar-Dependent
18
TransitMinimal Transit
52
BikeBikeable

Schools

2/10
3/10
Roosevelt Middle SchoolGrades 6-80.8 mi
5/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1905

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction materials: Other

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer

Basement

  • Basement: Finished

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced air,Gas
  • Cooling features: Central

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 1,047 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 142040500500000

Features

  • Exterior features: Other

Lot

  • Lot size: 4,791 sqft

Parking

  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: Garage - Detached

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Strong Wind
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Iowa Counties

Tornado

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $874$10,488
Home Insurance *$116$1,392
Property Taxes $271$3,252
Electricity $121$1,452
Total$1,382$16,584
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$47,382/yr
40% on housing$41,460/yr
45% on housing$36,853/yr

Iowa FAIR Plan Programs

Iowa FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 1,021Commercial: 22
Total Premiums$1.14M
Total Exposure$85.68M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 13.0%
13.0%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 1.9%
1.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.3%
1.3%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$165This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 52405$116
Linn County$163

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 52405$134
Linn County$132

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-03-13Price change$173,000
2025-12-09Listed for sale$177,000
2025-10-28Listing removed--
2025-07-30Listed for sale$132,500
2025-04-14Listing removed--
2024-12-23Listed for sale$177,000
2021-07-29Listing removed--
2021-06-24Pending sale$132,500
2021-06-18Listed for sale$132,500
2019-04-16Listing removed$119,900
2019-02-14Listed for sale$119,900
2018-11-08Sold$79,000
2015-08-25Listing removed$79,000
2015-08-20Listed for sale$79,000
2014-09-30Listing removed$86,500
2014-05-08Listed for sale$86,500
2011-10-03Listing removed$89,950
2011-06-30Price change$89,950
2011-04-19Listed for sale$92,500
2002-08-01Sold$62,000

For Sale by Owner

AgentProperty Owner

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