$265,000

535 Forest Drive SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

3 beds |
2 baths |
1,738 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1922
0.4acre lot
2 car garage
$152/sqft
Listed 22 days ago

Property Description

This grand SE home beautifully blends timeless character with modern updates. A large covered front porch welcomes you, setting the tone for the warmth & charm found within. You’ll love the stunning hardwood floors, spacious living room with a fireplace (non-functional) & built-ins as a focal point, & an additional main-level sitting room/office—perfect for today’s flexible lifestyle. The open kitchen offers space to gather & features a built-in booth in addition to the formal dining room! Both bathrooms have been updated. Situated on ~.4 acres, the expansive yard provides room to relax or entertain, fenced on three sides (neighbor-owned). Major exterior improvements have been completed (which includes new windows on the main/upper levels). The garage has also been recently stabilized with framing support & door alignment. Classic character, modern improvements, & space to grow—all in one beautifully maintained home.

Listing Status:: Pending
Date Added:: March 10, 2026
Data Last Updated:: April 1, 2026 at 2:22PM
Listing Office:: Realty87 : 319-731-2000
Listing Agent:: Laurie Whiting : 319-731-2000
MLS ID:: 2601315

General: Dining AreaSeparate/Formal Dining RoomEat-in KitchenUpper Level Primary
Appliances: DryerDishwasherDisposalGas Water HeaterMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorRange HoodWasher
Basement: Full
A/C: Central Air
Heating: Forced AirGas
Fireplace: Living RoomSee RemarksFireplace

Style: Two Story
Other Structures: Patio
Parking: DetachedGarageOff StreetGarage Door Opener

General: BrickFrameVinyl Siding2

Originating MLS: CDR_CDR
County: Linn

Zoning: VERNON HEIGHTS 5TH E 190' STR/LB 4 14142335301600000

Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: CDR_CDR

This listing courtesy of Laurie Whiting , Realty87

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Location

Schools Nearby

Grant Wood Elementary

645 26th St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403

Grades PK-5

0.12 miles away

McKinley Middle School

620 10th St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403

Grades 6-8

1.04 miles away

Washington High School

2205 Forest Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403

Grades 9-12

1.29 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.