Welcome to 309 Iowa St. in Cedar Falls—a charming 1½-story home offering an excellent price, convenient location, and move-in-ready appeal! Situated just minutes from downtown Cedar Falls, this home combines character, functionality, and comfortable living spaces with plenty to appreciate. Step inside to a bright and welcoming living room featuring a dramatic floor-to-ceiling window that fills the space with natural light, along with beautiful crown molding. The dining room showcases gorgeous hardwood floors, adding warmth and timeless character. The main level includes a comfortable bedroom, while two additional bedrooms are located upstairs, providing flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. The kitchen is both stylish and functional, featuring crisp white cabinetry, solid surface countertops, tile flooring, and included stainless steel appliances. Just off the kitchen, the mudroom provides a convenient drop zone for shoes, bags, and everyday essentials. The main-level full bathroom also offers additional space for a stackable washer and dryer. The lower level provides valuable additional storage, while the furnace and air conditioning were replaced in 2022 for added peace of mind. Outside, enjoy the patio area in the backyard—a great spot to unwind after a long day, enjoy your morning coffee, or simply take in the fresh air. The inviting front porch offers another wonderful place to relax and read a book. A double detached garage is an especially nice feature at this price point, providing convenient parking and added protection for your vehicle. With downtown shopping, schools, parks, trails, and other amenities all within close proximity, this home offers the convenience and lifestyle you've been looking for. Affordable, charming, well-located, and move-in ready—309 Iowa St. is one you won't want to miss!
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$142Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Jason Strelow• Berkshire Hathaway Home Serv
Overman Park, located between Downtown Cedar Falls and the University of Northern Iowa campus, is a residential and park-adjacent Cedar Falls neighborhood with mature tree canopy and walkable green space. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Overman Park grounds along Franklin Street, where ballfields, playground energy, and shaded paths set the daily rhythm. Housing reads as classic Midwestern—older single-family homes and small multifamily buildings with front porches and deep yards. The Cedar Falls Community Main Library and the Cedar Falls Historical Society anchor local culture nearby. A short walk leads to the Cedar Falls River Place district for riverfront trails and small-shop streetscapes. Seasonal events at Overman Park and downtown keep the calendar active without changing the calm, lived-in feel.
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Market insights
309 Iowa St · $183,000
DAYS ON MARKET
3 days
The average home goes pending in 13 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.3%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$183,000
Median sale price in this area is $224,536. (23% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
30% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
Free‑standing range
Refrigerator
Gas water heater
Hardwood flooring
Basement (concrete, unfinished, interior entry)
Ceiling fan(s)
Central air
Forced air heating
Natural gas heating
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
1 half bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
Free‑standing range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
Electric dryer hookup (lower level)
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating & cooling
Central air
Ceiling fan(s)
Forced air heating
Natural gas
Exterior features
Enclosed patio
Shingle/asphalt roof
Vinyl siding
City street frontage
Alley paved
Public maintained road
Sidewalks
Home design
Residential single‑family home
Parking
Has carport (2 spaces)
Detached garage with garage door opener
Security
Smoke detector(s)
Construction
Vinyl siding construction
Shingle/asphalt roof
Basement present (concrete, unfinished)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Exciting offer! This lovely 1 1/2 story home in Cedar Falls offers a nicely updated interior with great exterior spaces. You will fall in love the moment you enter and are greeted by an enclosed, sun-drenched porch. As you step inside, you'll notice the spacious dining room featuring wood flooring and arched entryways leading into the kitchen and living room. The living room offers a welcoming and pristine space with tall picturesque windows looking out to the front of the home. Moving into the totally updated kitchen, you'll love all of the great updates featuring a high ceiling, stylish new backsplash, tile flooring, and solid dark countertops to contrast with the clean white cabinets. This amazing kitchen also offers tons of great natural lighting coming from the rear bay window. Near the dining and kitchen areas, you'll also find a newly updated full bathroom with upscale finishes, along with an area that main floor laundry could be added. Making up the rest of the main floor is a drop zone at the back of the house and a spacious bedroom. On the upper level of the home you have two more generous sized bedrooms featuring vaulted ceilings. The rear exterior of the home offers a fantastic back patio, fun filled tire swing, and walkway leading you to the detached two stall garage and shed. This great house is walking distance to shopping, restaurants and all of the fun events that take place on Main Street. Come check out this amazingly remodeled home that is move-in ready and waiting! Act fast!
Public Records
Aug 2, 2010
Sold
$94,000
$73/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,464 (+10.8%)
$48,510 + $126,530
$175,040
2025
$2,224 (+3.1%)
$48,510 + $126,530
$175,040
2024
$2,158 (+1.2%)
$48,510 + $126,530
$175,040
2023
$2,132 (−1.1%)
$32,340 + $116,140
$148,480
2022
$2,156 (+10.8%)
$32,340 + $116,140
$148,480
2021
$1,946 (+2.2%)
$32,340 + $92,060
$124,400
2020
$1,904 (−1.7%)
$21,020 + $92,060
$113,080
2019
$1,936 (+2.2%)
$21,020 + $92,060
$113,080
2018
$1,894 (+2.9%)
$21,020 + $92,060
$113,080
2017
$1,840 (+0.1%)
$21,020 + $90,190
$111,210
2016
$1,838 (+8.9%)
$21,020 + $76,420
$97,440
2014
$1,688
$21,020 + $75,760
$96,780
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
66 ft.
Lot depth
132 ft.
Lot size
8,712 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,101
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,101
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Black Hawk County
APN
891412162005
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 14, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Cedar Falls. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 309 Iowa St
$184,185
$1,185 over list price of $183K
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