For sale

$450,000

Est. $3,303/mo —

•

2,131

sq ft

1685 Ridge Rd, Iowa City, IA 52245

About this home

Tucked away in a serene, wooded neighborhood, this charming brick home offers 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a desirable Iowa City location near the University of Iowa. From the moment you step inside, you’ll appreciate the beautiful hardwood floors, high ceilings, arched doorways, and timeless architectural details that give this home so much character. Large windows throughout bring in plenty of natural light and showcase the peaceful, tree-lined surroundings. The bright and cheery kitchen offers ample cabinetry and storage & gas range for all your dining and culinary needs, while the spacious layout provides plenty of room to gather, entertain, and make the space your own. A generous double-sink bathroom adds everyday functionality, and additional storage throughout the home makes staying organized easy. Surrounded by mature trees and tucked into a quiet setting, this home feels private and peaceful while still keeping you close to the University, downtown Iowa City, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. A beautiful combination of original character, updates, inviting spaces, and an unbeatable location!

Single-familyProperty Type

1928Year Built

0.4 acresLot Size

$211Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Chris Boddicker • Urban Acres Real Estate Corridor

Listed by • Urban Acres Real Estate

Listing updated: Sep 19, 2026 at 01:08am

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$3,303 per month

Principal and interest$2,486

Property taxes

$625

HOA dues

Home insurance

$191

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Bohumil Shimek Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

6/10

Southeast Junior High School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi

4/10

Iowa City High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi

6/10

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About

Shimek

Shimek, located between Highway 6 and the Iowa River, is a residential and park-adjacent Iowa City neighborhood with wooded trails and a low-rise, campus-edge feel. The neighborhood’s energy concentrates around the Dubuque Street and Park Road corridor, where trailheads, local eateries, and everyday errands cluster in a compact strip. Housing leans toward mid-century ranches, split-levels, and smaller apartment buildings set along curving streets and mature trees. Hickory Hill Park frames the area with shaded paths and prairie edges. The Iowa River Corridor Trail adds a steady rhythm of walkers and cyclists. Nearby, The Mill and Big Grove Brewery act as familiar gathering spots for music, food, and conversation.

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Offer insights

1685 Ridge Rd · $450,000

Strong offer

$451K and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $451K+ is a strong offer

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 40 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 2% below list price.

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Breakfast bar
Skylights
Finished walk-out basement
Smoke detector(s)

Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms

Kitchen
Dishwasher
Refrigerator

Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Laundry room in basement

Flooring
Wood flooring
Tile flooring

Heating & cooling
Central air conditioning
Electric and natural gas heating
Forced air heat

Sale and tax history for 1685 Ridge Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$7,308 (+3.5%)

$112,510 + $322,050

$434,560

2025

$7,058 (−0.5%)

$112,510 + $322,050

$434,560

2024

$7,090 (−1.1%)

$112,510 + $322,050

$434,560

2023

$7,170 (+4.6%)

$104,180 + $290,230

$394,410

2022

$6,852 (+0.9%)

$104,180 + $290,230

$394,410

2021

$6,794 (+1.9%)

$104,180 + $226,660

$330,840

2020

$6,670 (+5.3%)

$100,010 + $214,180

$314,190

2019

$6,334 (+1.1%)

$100,010 + $214,180

$314,190

2018

$6,266 (+0.8%)

$91,680 + $196,580

$288,260

2017

$6,214 (+2.5%)

$91,680 + $196,580

$288,260

2016

$6,062 (+5.0%)

$91,680 + $196,580

$288,260

2015

$5,774 (+3.2%)

$83,340 + $199,310

$282,650

2014

$5,596 (+2.7%)

$83,340 + $183,640

$266,980

2013

$5,448

$83,340 + $183,640

$266,980

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

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Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.4 Acres

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

1,814

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

1,814

Year built

1928

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Johnson County

APN

1003283001

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

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Last updated by owner on Oct 13, 2026.

RS5

Low Density Single-Family Residential Zone

The low density single-family residential zone RS-5 is primarily intended to provide housing opportunities for individual households. The regulations are intended to create, maintain, and promote livable neighborhoods. The regulations allow for some flexibility of dwelling types to provide housing opportunities for a variety of household types. This zone also allows for some nonresidential uses that contribute to the livability of residential neighborhoods, such as parks, schools, religious institutions, and daycare facilities. Related nonresidential uses and structures should be planned and designed to be compatible with the character, scale, and pattern of the residential development.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

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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 105° expected this year, 16 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

Iowa City, IA • 52245

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

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Mar

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Jul

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Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

76/ 100

Good sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

8.6 hrs

3.7 hrs

JuneDecember

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Redfin Estimate for 1685 Ridge Rd

$445,784

$4,216 under list price of $450K

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Rental earnings

Est. $2,141 per month, based on comparable rentals

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