Charming storybook Moffitt cottage in the Longfellow neighborhood. Built in 1935, this lovingly maintained home blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates. The inviting living room features a cozy fireplace, while the large dining room offers the perfect space for gatherings and entertaining. The current owner renovated the kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and beautiful shaker-style cabinetry, creating a seamless mix of historic charm and contemporary convenience. Upstairs, you’ll find two bedrooms and an updated full bath. The basement offers excellent options for storage, laundry, and an additional toilet and shower stall. The lush backyard is a private retreat featuring mature trees, perennial gardens, and an enclosed vegetable garden. Recent improvements include fresh interior paint, new front landscaping, a new roof (2018), and new A/C (2021).
Single-familyProperty Type
1935Year Built
6,098 sq ftLot Size
$212Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Catherine Pugh• Urban Acres Real Estate
Bought with Leslie Fitzpatrick• Blank & McCune Real Estate
Est. $1,453 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 523 Rundell St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
ICAARMLS #202603449
Jul 6, 2026
Sold
$260,000
$212/sq ft
May 29, 2026
Pending
—
May 27, 2026
Listed
$260,000
$212/sq ft
ICAARMLS #202202625
Apr 5, 2024
Price Changed
$195,000
$159/sq ft
Jun 9, 2022
Sold
$195,000
$159/sq ft
Jun 1, 2022
Price Changed
$199,900
$163/sq ft
May 4, 2022
Listed
$199,900
$163/sq ft
+27
Darling Moffitt cottage in one of Iowa City's desirable Longfellow neighborhood. Hardwood floors and woodwork accentuated by arched doorways and wide trim. Rooms feel bigger than your typical Moffitt, with a large dining room, and decent sized bedrooms. Upper level full bath was enlarged by the sellers when they moved in, so you have room to stretch out. Bonus finished space in basement. Super pretty back yard with deck, shallow decorative pond, fenced garden, redbud, ferns & naturalized perennials.
Public Records
Jun 14, 2022
Sold
$195,000
$159/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 3, 2013
Sold
$172,000
$140/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 2, 2005
Sold
$166,000
$135/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,974 (+1.4%)
$61,920 + $163,060
$224,980
2024
$3,920 (−12.7%)
$61,920 + $163,060
$224,980
2023
$4,488 (+0.4%)
$57,930 + $160,900
$218,830
2022
$4,472 (−1.2%)
$57,930 + $160,900
$218,830
2021
$4,526 (+1.8%)
$57,930 + $157,970
$215,900
2020
$4,444 (+6.5%)
$55,930 + $153,430
$209,360
2019
$4,174 (+1.1%)
$55,930 + $153,430
$209,360
2018
$4,130 (+2.9%)
$51,940 + $138,060
$190,000
2017
$4,014 (+2.0%)
$51,940 + $138,060
$190,000
2016
$3,936 (+5.9%)
$51,940 + $138,060
$190,000
2015
$3,716 (+18.5%)
$47,940 + $134,690
$182,630
2014
$3,136 (+4.3%)
$47,940 + $123,860
$171,800
2013
$3,006
$47,940 + $101,720
$149,660
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,273 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
929
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Johnson County
APN
1014208010
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
RS8
OHD
Medium Density Single-Family Residential Zone
The purpose of the medium density single-family residential zone RS-8 is primarily to provide for the development of small lot single-family dwellings. 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. Special attention should be given to site design to ensure the development of quality neighborhoods. Nonresidential uses and structures permitted in this zone should be planned and designed to be compatible with the character, scale, and pattern of the residential development.