913 Walnut St.IowaCity, IA 52240

Description

Welcome to 913 Walnut Street, a distinctive 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offering approximately 1,450 square feet in Iowa City’s coveted Summit Street neighborhood. Steeped in local lore, this character-rich home offers a rare connection to Iowa City’s early history. According to oral history, the original two-story cabin dates to approximately 1844 and features a hand-laid limestone foundation. Remnants of the original cedar split-shingle roof, secured with period square-cut nails, remain visible in the attic beneath a later 1890s roof expansion. Historic character meets extensive modernization. During a comprehensive down-to-the-studs restoration completed in 1998, the original structure and 1890 addition were stripped to the framing. Lath and plaster were removed, new insulation and drywall installed, plumbing supply and drain lines replaced, and the electrical system completely rewired. Original woodwork was restored and reinstalled, while authentic timber framing and exterior cedar siding were preserved. Additional features include central AC, replacement windows, a radon mitigation system, solid hickory KraftMaid kitchen cabinetry, a center island, dry basement, covered rear porch and privacy-fenced backyard with mature plantings. The one-car garage has new shingles, gutters and leaf guards. Only a 3 min walk to Deluxe Bakery!

Property Information

Property type

Residential

Sub-type

Single Family Residence

Style

TwoStories

Year built

1890

Stories

2

Living area

1,430 Sq Ft

Lot dimensions

59 x 160

Parking spaces

1

Zoning

Residential

Days on market

8

MLS^® Listing#

202605790

Property Features

Interior

Kitchen Island · Other

Appliances

Dishwasher · Microwave · Refrigerator · Dryer · Washer

Heating

Natural Gas · Forced Air

Flooring

Wood · Tile · Vinyl

Fireplace

None

Basement

Partial

Laundry

Upper Level

Patio

Deck

Construction

Wood Siding · Frame

Security

Smoke Detector(s)

Community

Sidewalks · Street Lights

Utilities

Cable Available

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water source

Public

Schools

Elementary

Twain

Middle

Southeast

High

City

Financial Details

HOA

None

Annual taxes

$4,364Tax year 2025

Parcel number

1015190004

Directions

South on Summit St. West on Walnut St.