WOW HOMES: Four Iowa City Homes for Sale Built in the 1940s

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I need a soundtrack for viewing the houses of the 1940s. Let's go with bebop.

It's time to go back in time again. I've got a few suggestions for houses on the Iowa City real estate market that were built in the 1940s. Let's go back in time and check out some houses.

And as always, let me know if I can tweak things to make them better. Also, have a home to sell? Upload it directly to Iowa City Patch here and I'll help spread the word.

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1212 Ginter Ave, Iowa City For Sale: $194,900

• Bedrooms: 2 beds
• Bathrooms: 2 baths
• Single Family: 1,248 sq ft
• Lot: 8,712 sq ft
• Year Built: 1941
• Last Sold: May 2010 for $178,500
• Heating Type: Other

Description

Absolutely charming 1.75 story home with gleaming hardwood floor, painting wood trim and completely remodeled kitchen with so much charm! You will love the arched doorways, the double doors leading to the screened porch and the lovely fenced yard with so many plantings. The kitchen boasts of new white cabinets, stainless steel appl & granite countertops with quaint built in hutch. The new FP mantel is a focal pt to the lg LR with lovely oak floors. Fresh paint throughout. Water proofing installed in LL.

919 Maggard St,, Iowa City For Sale: $169,900

• Bedrooms: 3 beds
• Bathrooms: 2 baths
• Single Family: 1,578 sq ft
• Lot: 7,840 sq ft
• Year Built: 1940
• Heating Type: Forced air

Description

New carpet throughout this 2 story 3 bedroom home located on a dead-end street. This home features an enclosed front porch and a back yard deck to enjoy your evenings. Wood floors throughout the home. There is a decorative fireplace in the the living room. Freshly painted interior. The house features replacement windows and 5 yr old roof. The kitchen features tile floors and all appliances including newer Refrig and microwave. Garage is insulated and has furnace.

908 Roosevelt St, Iowa City For Sale: $164,900

• Bedrooms: 3 beds
• Bathrooms: 2 baths
• Single Family: 1,102 sq ft
• Lot: 6,251 sq ft
• Year Built: 1943
• Heating Type: Forced air

Description

Best of old and new! Charming 1940's home with new doors, windows, original wood floors, crown molding, arched doorways. Dry basement, vinyl siding ,screen porch, carport, washer, dryer, kitchen applicances, and chest freezer included. Enjoy breakfast on the screen porch, near Summit Street historic area.

1924 Muscatine Ave, Iowa City For Sale: $159,900

• Bedrooms: 4 beds
• Bathrooms: 2 baths
• Single Family: 1,882 sq ft
• Lot: 8,712 sq ft
• Year Built: 1948
• Last Sold: Jun 2008 for $159,000
• Heating Type: Forced air

Description

Nicely updated bungalow on very large corner lot. Beautiful old growth trees & hedges out every window. Great floor plan, Recently remodled sunroom off kitchen that can be used for big dining area, basement has finished living area, New carpet everywhere, gorgeous hardwood floors on main. Basement has wall anchors and beaver system. In flood zone, BUT this home has NEVER flooded... flood insurance required.