The main floor is warm and welcoming, with room to spread out and enjoy everyday life, with the 3-stall garage provides plenty of space for vehicles, hobbies, storage, or all three. With 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a roof that's only 5 years old, this home offers a combination of comfort, practicality, and peace of mind. Whether you're looking for your first home, your next home, or simply more room to enjoy life, this one is worth a look!! Come see why 5221 Old Ely Rd SW could be the perfect place to call home. Buyer to verify Sq Footage, taxes and Schools
Est. $1,099 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5221 Old Ely Rd SW
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CRAAR, CDRMLS #2604140
Jul 16, 2026
Sold
$225,000
$162/sq ft
Jun 12, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 11, 2026
Listed
$215,000
$155/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 13, 2015
Sold
$138,500
$100/sq ft
CRAAR, CDRMLS #1407978
Dec 3, 2014
Listed
$135,000
$97/sq ft
+20
Public Records
Aug 8, 2007
Sold
$85,875
$62/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,520 (+6.5%)
$31,500 + $148,600
$180,100
2024
$3,304 (−2.5%)
$31,500 + $149,000
$180,500
2023
$3,390 (+29.2%)
$31,500 + $142,900
$174,400
2022
$2,624 (−5.7%)
$31,500 + $121,500
$153,000
2021
$2,784 (+2.7%)
$31,500 + $89,200
$120,700
2020
$2,712 (+0.7%)
$31,500 + $90,800
$122,300
2019
$2,694 (+2.8%)
$31,500 + $90,800
$122,300
2018
$2,620 (−1.4%)
$31,500 + $88,600
$120,100
2017
$2,656 (+4.0%)
$31,500 + $88,600
$120,100
2016
$2,554 (+17.4%)
$31,500 + $86,500
$118,000
2014
$2,176
$31,473 + $83,792
$115,265
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
109 ft.
Lot depth
142 ft.
Lot size
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
1934
Sq. Ft.
1,388
Year built
1934
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Linn County
APN
19112-79005-00000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
S-RLL
Suburban Residential Large Lot District
The Suburban Residential Large Lot District S-RLL district is intended to provide for low-density, large lot residential development at a density of up to approximately four units per acre. The S-RLL district can be located on existing development at this density and designated as a transitional district between very low-density development and smaller lot size medium density residential development. Cluster development is permitted in this district to allow for smaller lot sizes in combination with preservation of open space and sensitive lands.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Assembly/ meeting place
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Communications tower
Park & open space
Sep 26, 2008 • Active
Mps imported permit - electrical
Addition
Electrical
Sep 10, 2008 • Active
Mps imported permit - building
Addition
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,088
Below Grade Finished Area: 300
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size : 0.395
Lot Size Dimensions: 17211
Lot Size Area: 0.395
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.395
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,519
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: College Comm
Middle Or Junior School: College Comm
High School: College Comm
Location Information
Directions: North off HWY 30 to East Rd SW, West on Union Dr SW, South on Old Ely Rd
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,388
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1934
Year Renovated: 1934
County: Linn County
APN: 19112-79005-00000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: CedarRapidsAreaAssociationOfRealtors
Around this home
Schools
Prairie Heights Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 2.1mi
7/10
Prairie Point Middle School
Public 7-9 • Assigned • 2.2mi
5/10
Prairie High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
6/10
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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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Historical weather
Cedar Rapids, IA • 52404
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Cedar Rapids. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.3 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$221,000 – $267,000
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