Lure4.2017

ON THE
HORIZON
There are numerous urban
residential developments in
various stages of progress
across the Corridor. Here’s a
glimpse of what’s to come.
7
7 S. Linn St., Iowa City
Studio & 1 bedroom units
300-500 square feet
Pricing not yet available
As its name suggests, the building in downtown Iowa City
known as 7 aims to be both simple and stylish. The seven-story
building will be located just west of the Plaza Tower Condos,
built on the site of the former Van Patten House.
In its place will be approximately 24 studio apartments
with 300 square feet of space, and 12 one-bedroom apartments
with 500 square feet of space, in addition to retail/
office space on the first floor.
The development is largely aimed at young professionals
and graduate students looking for affordable housing downtown,
as well as retirees looking to live a simpler life near the University of Iowa campus. The building
is also expected to be LEED certified, and will include design efforts aimed at minimizing street noise.
The location is just two blocks from Iowa City’s Pedestrian Mall, and falls within walking distance
of no less than three grocers.
“It’s very livable from a walking standpoint, which is one of the unique features that we have with
that location,” architect and developer Kevin Monson said.
Ellis Landings
1871 & 1895 Ellis Blvd. NW, Cedar Rapids
1-3 bedroom units
1,000-2,000 square feet
Starting at $250,000
Those looking to be close to Cedar Rapids’ core while still
having a little green space might want to consider the
coming Ellis Landings project. Developed by Steve Emerson
and Jim Happel, the four-story building will bring 27
upscale condominiums to the riverfront near Ellis Park, in a
bid to bring residents and businesses back to an area that
was largely depopulated by flood buyouts after 2008.
According to Mr. Happel, the units will be priced in
the $250,000-$380,000 range, with the upper price range
attached to larger, 2,000-square-foot penthouse units that
will include a spiral staircase to a fourth-floor space with
an extra bedroom or study and extra bath. The development
will also include a large atrium and private garages,
and a new restaurant located next door.
Mr. Happel says the river views have already generated
strong interest from prospective buyers. “It’s the nicest
part of the river, definitely,” he said.
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