In the heart of the North Side, this four-square feels like a storybook you get to live in. Sunlight pours through big windows, catching the glow of original southern yellow pine trim and hardwood floors that have watched generations come and go. The main level unfolds with an easy, everyday rhythm—living room, formal dining, a tiled sunroom that begs for morning coffee, and a generous kitchen with built-ins, a pantry, and an old-school breakfast nook that feels almost too charming to be real. A handy half bath keeps things practical. Upstairs, three spacious bedrooms and a full bath with an oversized tub create a little retreat from the world. The finished attic, tucked under skylights and warm painted wood floors, feels perfect for an artist, a daydreamer, or anyone who needs bonus space with personality. Even the basement has tall ceilings, laundry, a shower, and storage galore. Outside, the front porch swing sets the tone, while the multi-level deck and mostly fenced backyard give you room to breathe, garden, grill, or simply exist. All of this sits in the beloved Brown Street/Goosetown neighborhood—walkable to downtown, campus, and every local favorite.
Single-familyProperty Type
1916Year Built
3,920 sq ftLot Size
$226Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Heather Bright• Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS
Bought with Ricardo Rangel Jr.• Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS
Wonderful Goosetown craftsman style home. Enjoy hardwood floors and gleaming pine trim under high ceilings throughout. Even the basement has high ceilings with tons of storage. Large windows bring tons of natural light to this northside charmer filled with period details and lovingly maintained woodwork and fixtures. From the large living room you can walk into the spacious dining room which leads to the sunroom overlooking the mostly fenced in back yard. The dining room also leads to the over-sized kitchen with comfy breakfast nook and stately built-ins. Convenient 1/2 bath on the main. Upstairs, the large bathroom with oversized tub is accompanied by a beautiful built-in linen closet just outside the door. Don't miss the finished attic space with skylights. So many possibilities! The driveway to the East of the house is a shared driveway with a recorded easement.
Public Records
Dec 1, 2022
Sold
$330,000
$185/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 16, 2020
Sold
$275,000
$154/sq ft
ICAARMLS #20165483
Feb 8, 2017
Sold
$262,000
$147/sq ft
Jan 12, 2017
Price Changed
$275,000
$154/sq ft
Sep 30, 2016
Listed
$262,000
$147/sq ft
+17
Incredibly well kept, traditional character home in the City's North Side Neighborhood with classic woodwork and southern yellow pine trim and cabinetry. Hardwood floors throughout. Main level features formal dining room, tiled sun room, open kitchen with breakfast nook and built in pantry. 3 large bedrooms and spectacular full bath on the second level. There is also a finished attic with builtins and wood floors. Additional shower in lower level. Multilevel deck in the private back yard. Front Porch.
Public Records
Jun 7, 2013
Sold
$255,000
$143/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,172 (+1.3%)
$69,700 + $281,160
$350,860
2024
$6,090 (+3.1%)
$69,700 + $281,160
$350,860
2023
$5,906 (+4.7%)
$66,300 + $267,950
$334,250
2022
$5,642 (−2.5%)
$66,300 + $267,950
$334,250
2021
$5,786 (+1.8%)
$62,900 + $209,560
$272,460
2020
$5,682 (+4.7%)
$61,200 + $206,410
$267,610
2019
$5,426 (+1.0%)
$61,200 + $206,410
$267,610
2018
$5,370 (+0.3%)
$57,800 + $189,180
$246,980
2017
$5,354 (+2.0%)
$57,800 + $189,180
$246,980
2016
$5,250 (+7.1%)
$57,800 + $189,180
$246,980
2015
$4,904 (+8.5%)
$57,800 + $185,750
$243,550
2014
$4,520 (+14.2%)
$51,000 + $175,720
$226,720
2013
$3,958
$51,000 + $164,640
$215,640
Tax history for 427 Brown St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,172 (+1.3%)
$69,700 + $281,160
$350,860
2024
$6,090 (+3.1%)
$69,700 + $281,160
$350,860
2023
$5,906 (+4.7%)
$66,300 + $267,950
$334,250
2022
$5,642 (−2.5%)
$66,300 + $267,950
$334,250
2021
$5,786 (+1.8%)
$62,900 + $209,560
$272,460
2020
$5,682 (+4.7%)
$61,200 + $206,410
$267,610
2019
$5,426 (+1.0%)
$61,200 + $206,410
$267,610
2018
$5,370 (+0.3%)
$57,800 + $189,180
$246,980
2017
$5,354 (+2.0%)
$57,800 + $189,180
$246,980
2016
$5,250 (+7.1%)
$57,800 + $189,180
$246,980
2015
$4,904 (+8.5%)
$57,800 + $185,750
$243,550
2014
$4,520 (+14.2%)
$51,000 + $175,720
$226,720
2013
$3,958
$51,000 + $164,640
$215,640
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,008 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,787
Year built
1916
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Johnson County
APN
1010133002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 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.
Zone overlays
Historic District Overlay Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 1
Parking Features: Off Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Window Features: Skylight(s), Storm Window(s)
Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Fireplace Features: None
Room Information
Laundry Features: In Basement
Has Basement
Basement Details: Block, Full, Unfinished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Garden
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Fencing: Fenced
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1787.0
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,787
# of Stories Total: 2
Builder Name: Unknown
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Frame
Foundation Details: Block
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Back Yard
Lot Size : 0.09
Lot Size Dimensions: 40 x 100
Lot Size Area: 0.09
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.09
Zoning: Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,367
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Schools Information
Elementary School: Mann
Middle Or Junior School: Southeast
High School: City
Location Information
Directions: South on Governor, turn West on Brown St. - the home is on the left.
Subdivision Name: Original Town
Community Information
Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,787
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,008 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1916
Year Renovated: —
County: Johnson County
APN: 1010133002
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
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Transit
Horace Mann Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
4/10
Southeast Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
4/10
Iowa City High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
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 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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Estimated sale price
$384,000 – $465,000
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