5297 Sand Rd SE, Iowa City, IA, 52240
About This Home
Welcome to this beautifully maintained 1977 home located just south of Iowa City and down the street from the local favorite 218 Tap in charming Hills. Enjoy the best of both worlds — the peaceful rural feel of the countryside while still being just minutes from the shopping, dining, and amenities of downtown Iowa City. Situated on just under 6 acres, this property offers room to spread out, grow, and truly make it your own. Inside, you’ll find five generously sized bedrooms, each offering more space than you typically see, a bonus en suite office, along with 2.5 bathrooms.The inviting 3-season porch is a standout feature, with attachable panels, designed to keep the winter elements out creating a relaxing space year-round. Outside, the possibilities continue with two additional out buildings. One sized at 54x30 and the other 18x45. Workshop has a roll up garage door and a double slide door for easy access of larger vehicles. 2nd is built and powered to accommodate large motor homes. There is an old barn and storm shelter located on the property going back to the original farm. A creek spans across the back of the property adding some diverse nature to your backyard view. Additionally, a circular driveway with a center island and beautifully maintained hosta lined pathways, add great curb appeal to this rare find property.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
No Nearby Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1977
Materials
- Construction materials: Vinyl,Metal Sheet,Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Plumbed For Ice Maker,Microwave,Range Or Oven,Refrigerator,Dryer,Washer
- Laundry features: Lower Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Entrance Foyer,Den,Breakfast Area,Breakfast Bar
- Flooring: Carpet,Vinyl
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 3,600
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Electric,Natural Gas,Forced Air
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,600
- Total interior livable area: 3,600 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1523177002
- Zoning: Residential
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Exterior features: Garden
Lot
- Lot size: 5.60 Acres
- Features: Over Five Acres
- Lot size dimensions: 243,936
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Has garage: Yes
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
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Drought
- Hail
- Winter Weather
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Iowa Counties
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,665 | $43,980 |
| Home Insurance * | $380 | $4,560 |
| Property Taxes | $671 | $8,052 |
| Electricity | $268 | $3,222 |
| Total | $4,984 | $59,808 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-02 | Listed for sale | $725,000 |
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