This weeks featured Cedar Rapids home for sale is located at 1812 2nd Avenue SE and is listed for $200,000 by Amy Starr. This is a unique but magnificent home with over 4,200 square feet finished, 5 bedrooms and 2 and a half bathrooms. With this home we decided to have owners answer our questions, because who better to describe a home than the people who get to enjoy it everyday.
Q: What distinctive features set this home apart?
A: The original woodwork is what people notice first. Beyond that the new and spacious kitchen really is appealing and functional.
Q: Can you describe the architectural style of the home?
A: The House is built in the Arts and Crafts style made popular by Frank Lloyd Wright.
Q: What are the advantages of the location and neighborhood?
A: Being on Second Avenue gives you easy access to downtown and local shopping. You are on a snow route so the street is always plowed during winter weather. Since it is a one-way there is mainly morning traffic going into downtown. After that it is quiet in the evening and on the Weekends. We are in the Historic District so the neighborhood has beautiful and distinct types of architecture. For families, I’d have to say that we are thrilled to have our children attend Washington High School. WHS is ranked by Newsweek Magazine as the Top High School in Iowa.
Q: Have there been any recent renovations or upgrades?
A: The Kitchen has been completely remodeled but still has the feel of an Arts and Crafts era home. People say the flooring is stunning ~ a refinished/restored Bird’s Eye Maple. The 1st and 2nd floors have both received fresh paint.
Q: What amazing views will the new homeowner be able to enjoy?
A: Looking into the fireplace on a winter night is always cozy. The tile surround is original and features a mosaic from the Grubey Tile Company.
Q: What makes the price of this home so great?
A: With over 4000 square feet, you will find no better price per square footage in Cedar Rapids.
Q: Can you tell us a fun fact about the home?
A: We have 6 staircases in the home!!!
Q: Is there anything else you would like us to know about the home?
A: I love our neighborhood. It is safe and beautiful. As we are in a Historic District, there is a lot of Pride of Ownership. It shows inside and outside of our homes. Our block is very family-oriented with 5 families with High School age children and 3 families of Elementary School age.
We would like to thank the owners of 1812 2nd Ave SE, for taking the time to tell us about the home.
About Amy:
Amy has been in the business just over 5 years and in that time has managed to become one of Skogman Realty’s top producers. To schedule a time to see this home or for any additional information, contact Amy.
