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$270,000

Est. $1,892/mo —

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1,272

sq ft

1855 Highland Rd, Ely, IA 52227

About this home

Small-town charm, outdoor recreation, and convenient access to the Corridor—welcome home to Ely! This inviting home features a bright, spacious living room with large windows and a kitchen offering abundant cabinetry, generous counter space, a center island, & a gas range. Neutral finishes and natural wood trim create a welcoming backdrop for your personal style. Enjoy morning coffee on the front deck or unwind out back, where mature evergreens provide a scenic setting for relaxing, gardening, or gathering with friends. Nearby biking trails and a local park with a pond home to fish make it easy to enjoy time outdoors. With convenient access to both Iowa City and Cedar Rapids, you can enjoy the charm of an established neighborhood in a growing small-town community while staying connected to shopping, dining, and work. Come discover the possibilities for your next chapter in Ely!

Single-familyProperty Type

1979Year Built

8,407 sq ftLot Size

$212Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Laura Merchan • SKOGMAN REALTY

Listing updated: Nov 13, 2026 at 10:08am

Redfin checked: a minute ago

•Source:CRAAR, CDRMLS #2607892

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$1,892 per month

Principal and interest$1,474

Property taxes

$288

HOA dues

Home insurance

$131

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Prairie Creek Intermediate School

Public 5-6 • Assigned • 3.8mi

4/10

Prairie Point Middle School

Public 7-9 • Assigned • 4.0mi

5/10

Prairie High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.8mi

6/10

Prairie Ridge Elementary School

Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 4.5mi

6/10

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Offer insights

1855 Highland Rd · $270,000

Strong offer

$277K and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $277K+ is a strong offer

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Interior features
Full concrete basement

Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms

Kitchen
Eat-in kitchen
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator

Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Gas water heater
Owned water softener

Heating & cooling
Natural gas heating
Central air conditioning

Sale and tax history for 1855 Highland Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,448 (−0.8%)

$23,700 + $219,300

$243,000

2024

$3,476 (+3.2%)

$23,700 + $205,300

$229,000

2023

$3,368 (+1.9%)

$23,700 + $205,300

$229,000

2022

$3,306 (+1.5%)

$23,700 + $159,400

$183,100

2021

$3,258 (+4.0%)

$23,700 + $159,400

$183,100

2020

$3,132 (+5.6%)

$23,700 + $147,900

$171,600

2019

$2,966 (+10.0%)

$23,700 + $147,900

$171,600

2018

$2,696 (+4.9%)

$23,700 + $134,500

$158,200

2017

$2,570 (+4.9%)

$23,700 + $134,500

$158,200

2016

$2,450 (+11.3%)

$23,700 + $122,600

$146,300

2014

$2,202

$23,700 + $116,700

$140,400

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

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Lot depth

—

Lot size

8,400 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

2,072

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

2,072

Year built

1979

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Linn County

APN

18304-51002-00000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 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 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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Ely, IA • 52227

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Sun exposure

96/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home ranks in the top 21% for direct sun exposure in Ely. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

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Redfin Estimate for 1855 Highland Rd

$270,029

$29 over list price of $270K

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Rental earnings

Est. $2,671 per month, based on comparable rentals

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