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313 5th Avenue NW

Mt Vernon, IA 52314
  • $315,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • ON SITE: 51 Days
  • MLS #: 2509572
UPDATED: 32 min ago
$315,000
  • 4
    BEDS
  • 0.22
    ACRES
  • 2
    BATHS
  • 0
    1/2 BATHS
  • 2,327
    SQFT
  • $135
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1867
County:

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Middle School:
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Description

If you are frustrated by the skyrocketing home prices in the city, I have a secret to share with you. Just a short, easy drive away in the prestigious college town of Mount Vernon, there is a property that defies the laws of real estate. Located at 313 5th Avenue NW, this is a genuine historic masterpiece built in 1867two years after the Civil War endedyet it offers a modern living experience that most new construction cannot match. The moment you step inside, you are transported. You are greeted by a breathtaking foyer featuring a "Gone With the Wind" staircase and soaring 9-foot ceilings that create an immediate sense of grandeur. But here is the "anomaly" that makes this house so special: usually, when you buy a home this old, you sacrifice storage and convenience. Not here. This home features a shocking 11 closetsa feature almost unheard of in the 19th centurygiving you more storage than many homes built today. The main level is a masterclass in blending the old with the new. You get the handcrafted original solid wood trim and charming window seats , but you also get a fully updated kitchen with cherry cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and custom tile flooring. Unlike most historic homes that force you to run upstairs, this floor plan includes a full bathroom and a laundry/mudroom right on the main level. Upstairs, you will find four good-sized bedrooms and yet another updated full bathroom. The lifestyle here is unmatched. You are not just buying a house; you are buying into a vibrant academic community. You can walk to the Cornell College campus, stroll downtown to local shops, or visit the massive Rec Center. When you are done exploring, come home to your private sanctuary featuring an XL composite deck, a fenced backyard, and a detached 2-car garage. You get all of this2,327 square feet of preserved history and modern luxuryfor the listing price of just $315,000. This is the ultimate "drive a little, save a lot" opportunity. Do not let this piece of history slip through your fingers

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313 5th Avenue NW Mt Vernon, IA 52314

  • Price: $315,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: 51 Days
  • Updated: 32 min ago
  • MLS #: 2509572
4
Beds
2
Baths
0
½ Baths
0.22
Acres
2,327
SQFT
$135
$/SQFT
1867
Built
Neighborhood:
OT-E (East Of I-380)
County:
Linn
Area:
OT-E (East Of I-380)
Elementary School:
Mt Vernon
Middle School:
Mt Vernon
High School:
Mt Vernon
Property Description
If you are frustrated by the skyrocketing home prices in the city, I have a secret to share with you. Just a short, easy drive away in the prestigious college town of Mount Vernon, there is a property that defies the laws of real estate. Located at 313 5th Avenue NW, this is a genuine historic masterpiece built in 1867two years after the Civil War endedyet it offers a modern living experience that most new construction cannot match. The moment you step inside, you are transported. You are greeted by a breathtaking foyer featuring a "Gone With the Wind" staircase and soaring 9-foot ceilings that create an immediate sense of grandeur. But here is the "anomaly" that makes this house so special: usually, when you buy a home this old, you sacrifice storage and convenience. Not here. This home features a shocking 11 closetsa feature almost unheard of in the 19th centurygiving you more storage than many homes built today. The main level is a masterclass in blending the old with the new. You get the handcrafted original solid wood trim and charming window seats , but you also get a fully updated kitchen with cherry cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and custom tile flooring. Unlike most historic homes that force you to run upstairs, this floor plan includes a full bathroom and a laundry/mudroom right on the main level. Upstairs, you will find four good-sized bedrooms and yet another updated full bathroom. The lifestyle here is unmatched. You are not just buying a house; you are buying into a vibrant academic community. You can walk to the Cornell College campus, stroll downtown to local shops, or visit the massive Rec Center. When you are done exploring, come home to your private sanctuary featuring an XL composite deck, a fenced backyard, and a detached 2-car garage. You get all of this2,327 square feet of preserved history and modern luxuryfor the listing price of just $315,000. This is the ultimate "drive a little, save a lot" opportunity. Do not let this piece of history slip through your fingers
Exterior Features

Architectural Style Two Story Construction Materials Frame Wood Siding Exterior Features Fence Garage YN Yes Parking Features Detached Garage Garage Door Opener Patio And Porch Features Deck Road Responsibility Public Maintained Road

Interior Features

Above Grade Finished Area 2327 Appliances Dryer Dishwasher Electric Water Heater Disposal Microwave Range Refrigerator Water Softener Rented Washer Basement Crawl Space Partial See Remarks Basement YN Yes Below Grade Finished Area 0 Cooling Central Air Cooling YN Yes Heating Forced Air Gas Heating YN Yes Interior Features Dining Area Separate / Formal Dining Room Eat-in Kitchen Upper Level Primary Laundry Features Main Level Levels Two Room Type Den Family Room Great Room Laundry

Property Features

New Construction YN No Possession Negotiable Property Sub Type Single Family Residence Property Sub Type Additional Single Family Residence Sewer Public Sewer Tax Annual Amount 3994 Water Source Public See Remarks

Listing information © 2026 Cedar Rapids Area Association of REALTORS® Multiple Listing Service.
Listing provided courtesy of Matt Smith of RE/MAX CONCEPTS: 319-395-0101.
© 2026 Cedar Rapids Area Association of REALTORS® Multiple Listing Service, Inc. All rights reserved. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or Graf Real Estate ERA Powered. Data last updated: 2026-01-16T22:42:42.35.
 
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