Welcome to this 4-bedroom home in a desirable Ely neighborhood, in the College Community School District. The open floor plan creates the perfect area to relaxing with family & friends. The roomy living room with crown molded ceilings flows into the kitchen & dining area, featuring oak wood floors & cabinetry, and a breakfast bar. The upper level also includes the primary bedroom suite with his & her closet space & a full bath, 2 more bedrooms, a full bath and laundry area. The spacious family room in the lower level has French doors to walk-out patio, wood laminate flooring, and will be cozy with a stand along gas fireplace that has its own thermostat. The lower level also provides a 4th bedroom, large full bath, a multi-use bonus room, & a large storage room with built in shelves. Spend time in the back yard with a newer privacy fence & sod, many seasonal peonies, lilies, bushes, and a large shade tree. The heated 2 stall attached garage has shelving and more storage. A large parking pad provides extra parking for cars, camper, or trailer. Updates include: 2024 new dishwasher; 2020: new furnace, air conditioner & roof, and more. Property is sold AS IS primarily due to deck needing some repairs. Within a short walk is downtown shopping, restaurants, library, biking trail and the city park. Make this spacious home yours today. More photos to come.
Welcome to 3040 Sunflower St in Ely, where thoughtful design, quality upgrades, and small-town living come together beautifully. Designed with both functionality and style in mind, this well-maintained home stands out with custom touches throughout, including an oversized kitchen island originally redesigned for this home by the seller, an architect, so successful the builder later incorporated the concept into additional projects. The open-concept layout offers abundant natural light and inviting living spaces ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The upgraded kitchen features modern finishes, generous workspace, and seamless flow into the dining and living areas, creating a space that feels both elevated and comfortable. You’ll appreciate the attention to detail throughout the home, spacious bedrooms, and additional lower-level living space offering flexibility for guests, recreation, or a home office. Outside, enjoy the peaceful neighborhood setting with convenient access to parks, trails, schools, and Cedar Rapids amenities just minutes away.
Better than new, this stunning ridge-top home in Ely offers the high-end finishes of a luxury estate without the premium price tag. The interior shines with rich hardwoods, granite countertops, and custom tile work, while the large chefâ??s kitchen provides an incredible workspace for any home cook. The lower level is a true retreat, featuring an "ultimate" storage/cave, a dedicated theater area, and a full bar perfect for hosting. Outside, the experience continues with professionally landscaped grounds that lead to a cozy firepitâ??the perfect spot to take in those famous Iowa sunsets. From the "to die for" master suite to the thoughtful laundry room and elegant fireplace, every detail was carefully selected for quality and comfort. An incredible opportunity for a turnkey lifestyle!
Experience elevated living at Main Street Legacy Lofts, The Corridor’s newest luxury loft community located in the heart of downtown Ely. These thoughtfully designed residences combine modern elegance with small-town charm, offering spacious 2-bedroom units and a limited final 3-bedroom opportunity. The 2-bedroom lofts, designed by the renowned Melanie Olsen Design Group, feature stunning high-end finishes and carefully curated details throughout. Buyers can choose between two distinctive interior styles — one featuring sleek black accents and another with elegant gold finishes — each creating a sophisticated and modern atmosphere. Every unit offers generously sized bedrooms, an open and comfortable layout, and private balconies perfect for relaxing or enjoying the downtown Ely setting. Residents will also enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry with a washer/dryer combo, dedicated storage units, and both indoor and outdoor parking options. Main Street Legacy Lofts also provides unique amenities rarely found in smaller communities, including a shared common kitchen and gathering space ideal for hosting friends, family, or community events, along with secure elevator access for comfortable everyday living. Located in the highly desirable College Community School District, this prime location offers quick access to the interstate and sits conveniently between Cedar Rapids and Iowa City, making commuting simple while still enjoying the charm and walkability of downtown Ely. With only one 3-bedroom loft remaining, now is your chance to secure a one-of-a-kind luxury residence in one of the corridor’s most desirable growing communities. Photos are of a similar 2 bedroom unit.
Experience elevated living at Main Street Legacy Lofts, The Corridor’s newest luxury loft community located in the heart of downtown Ely. These thoughtfully designed residences combine modern elegance with small-town charm, offering spacious 2-bedroom units and a limited final 3-bedroom opportunity. The 2-bedroom lofts, designed by the renowned Melanie Olsen Design Group, feature stunning high-end finishes and carefully curated details throughout. Buyers can choose between two distinctive interior styles — one featuring sleek black accents and another with elegant gold finishes — each creating a sophisticated and modern atmosphere. Every unit offers generously sized bedrooms, an open and comfortable layout, and private balconies perfect for relaxing or enjoying the downtown Ely setting. Residents will also enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry with a washer/dryer combo, dedicated storage units, and both indoor and outdoor parking options. Main Street Legacy Lofts also provides unique amenities rarely found in smaller communities, including a shared common kitchen and gathering space ideal for hosting friends, family, or community events, along with secure elevator access for comfortable everyday living. Located in the highly desirable College Community School District, this prime location offers quick access to the interstate and sits conveniently between Cedar Rapids and Iowa City, making commuting simple while still enjoying the charm and walkability of downtown Ely. With only one 3-bedroom loft remaining, now is your chance to secure a one-of-a-kind luxury residence in one of the corridor’s most desirable growing communities. Photos are of a similar 2 bedroom unit.
Experience elevated living at Main Street Legacy Lofts, The Corridor’s newest luxury loft community located in the heart of downtown Ely. These thoughtfully designed residences combine modern elegance with small-town charm, offering spacious 2-bedroom units and a limited final 3-bedroom opportunity. The 2-bedroom lofts, designed by the renowned Melanie Olsen Design Group, feature stunning high-end finishes and carefully curated details throughout. Buyers can choose between two distinctive interior styles — one featuring sleek black accents and another with elegant gold finishes — each creating a sophisticated and modern atmosphere. Every unit offers generously sized bedrooms, an open and comfortable layout, and private balconies perfect for relaxing or enjoying the downtown Ely setting. Residents will also enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry with a washer/dryer combo, dedicated storage units, and both indoor and outdoor parking options. Main Street Legacy Lofts also provides unique amenities rarely found in smaller communities, including a shared common kitchen and gathering space ideal for hosting friends, family, or community events, along with secure elevator access for comfortable everyday living. Located in the highly desirable College Community School District, this prime location offers quick access to the interstate and sits conveniently between Cedar Rapids and Iowa City, making commuting simple while still enjoying the charm and walkability of downtown Ely. With only one 3-bedroom loft remaining, now is your chance to secure a one-of-a-kind luxury residence in one of the corridor’s most desirable growing communities. Photos are of a similar 2 bedroom unit.
Experience elevated living at Main Street Legacy Lofts, The Corridor’s newest luxury loft community located in the heart of downtown Ely. These thoughtfully designed residences combine modern elegance with small-town charm, offering spacious 2-bedroom units and a limited final 3-bedroom opportunity. The 2-bedroom lofts, designed by the renowned Melanie Olsen Design Group, feature stunning high-end finishes and carefully curated details throughout. Buyers can choose between two distinctive interior styles — one featuring sleek black accents and another with elegant gold finishes — each creating a sophisticated and modern atmosphere. Every unit offers generously sized bedrooms, an open and comfortable layout, and private balconies perfect for relaxing or enjoying the downtown Ely setting. Residents will also enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry with a washer/dryer combo, dedicated storage units, and both indoor and outdoor parking options. Main Street Legacy Lofts also provides unique amenities rarely found in smaller communities, including a shared common kitchen and gathering space ideal for hosting friends, family, or community events, along with secure elevator access for comfortable everyday living. Located in the highly desirable College Community School District, this prime location offers quick access to the interstate and sits conveniently between Cedar Rapids and Iowa City, making commuting simple while still enjoying the charm and walkability of downtown Ely. With only one 3-bedroom loft remaining, now is your chance to secure a one-of-a-kind luxury residence in one of the corridor’s most desirable growing communities. Photos are of a similar 2 bedroom unit.
Experience elevated living at Main Street Legacy Lofts, The Corridor’s newest luxury loft community located in the heart of downtown Ely. These thoughtfully designed residences combine modern elegance with small-town charm, offering spacious 2-bedroom units and a limited final 3-bedroom opportunity. The 2-bedroom lofts, designed by the renowned Melanie Olsen Design Group, feature stunning high-end finishes and carefully curated details throughout. Buyers can choose between two distinctive interior styles — one featuring sleek black accents and another with elegant gold finishes — each creating a sophisticated and modern atmosphere. Every unit offers generously sized bedrooms, an open and comfortable layout, and private balconies perfect for relaxing or enjoying the downtown Ely setting. Residents will also enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry with a washer/dryer combo, dedicated storage units, and both indoor and outdoor parking options. Main Street Legacy Lofts also provides unique amenities rarely found in smaller communities, including a shared common kitchen and gathering space ideal for hosting friends, family, or community events, along with secure elevator access for comfortable everyday living. Located in the highly desirable College Community School District, this prime location offers quick access to the interstate and sits conveniently between Cedar Rapids and Iowa City, making commuting simple while still enjoying the charm and walkability of downtown Ely. With only one 3-bedroom loft remaining, now is your chance to secure a one-of-a-kind luxury residence in one of the corridor’s most desirable growing communities. Photos are of a similar 2 bedroom unit.
Experience elevated living at Main Street Legacy Lofts, The Corridor’s newest luxury loft community located in the heart of downtown Ely. These thoughtfully designed residences combine modern elegance with small-town charm, offering spacious 2-bedroom units and a limited final 3-bedroom opportunity. The 2-bedroom lofts, designed by the renowned Melanie Olsen Design Group, feature stunning high-end finishes and carefully curated details throughout. Buyers can choose between two distinctive interior styles — one featuring sleek black accents and another with elegant gold finishes — each creating a sophisticated and modern atmosphere. Every unit offers generously sized bedrooms, an open and comfortable layout, and private balconies perfect for relaxing or enjoying the downtown Ely setting. Residents will also enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry with a washer/dryer combo, dedicated storage units, and both indoor and outdoor parking options. Main Street Legacy Lofts also provides unique amenities rarely found in smaller communities, including a shared common kitchen and gathering space ideal for hosting friends, family, or community events, along with secure elevator access for comfortable everyday living. Located in the highly desirable College Community School District, this prime location offers quick access to the interstate and sits conveniently between Cedar Rapids and Iowa City, making commuting simple while still enjoying the charm and walkability of downtown Ely. With only one 3-bedroom loft remaining, now is your chance to secure a one-of-a-kind luxury residence in one of the corridor’s most desirable growing communities. Photos are of a similar 2 bedroom unit.
Experience elevated living at Main Street Legacy Lofts, The Corridor’s newest luxury loft community located in the heart of downtown Ely. These thoughtfully designed residences combine modern elegance with small-town charm, offering spacious 2-bedroom units and a limited final 3-bedroom opportunity. The 2-bedroom lofts, designed by the renowned Melanie Olsen Design Group, feature stunning high-end finishes and carefully curated details throughout. Buyers can choose between two distinctive interior styles — one featuring sleek black accents and another with elegant gold finishes — each creating a sophisticated and modern atmosphere. Every unit offers generously sized bedrooms, an open and comfortable layout, and private balconies perfect for relaxing or enjoying the downtown Ely setting. Residents will also enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry with a washer/dryer combo, dedicated storage units, and both indoor and outdoor parking options. Main Street Legacy Lofts also provides unique amenities rarely found in smaller communities, including a shared common kitchen and gathering space ideal for hosting friends, family, or community events, along with secure elevator access for comfortable everyday living. Located in the highly desirable College Community School District, this prime location offers quick access to the interstate and sits conveniently between Cedar Rapids and Iowa City, making commuting simple while still enjoying the charm and walkability of downtown Ely. With only one 3-bedroom loft remaining, now is your chance to secure a one-of-a-kind luxury residence in one of the corridor’s most desirable growing communities. Photos are of a similar 2 bedroom unit.
Experience elevated living at Main Street Legacy Lofts, The Corridor’s newest luxury loft community located in the heart of downtown Ely. These thoughtfully designed residences combine modern elegance with small-town charm, offering spacious 2-bedroom units and a limited final 3-bedroom opportunity. The 2-bedroom lofts, designed by the renowned Melanie Olsen Design Group, feature stunning high-end finishes and carefully curated details throughout. Buyers can choose between two distinctive interior styles — one featuring sleek black accents and another with elegant gold finishes — each creating a sophisticated and modern atmosphere. Every unit offers generously sized bedrooms, an open and comfortable layout, and private balconies perfect for relaxing or enjoying the downtown Ely setting. Residents will also enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry with a washer/dryer combo, dedicated storage units, and both indoor and outdoor parking options. Main Street Legacy Lofts also provides unique amenities rarely found in smaller communities, including a shared common kitchen and gathering space ideal for hosting friends, family, or community events, along with secure elevator access for comfortable everyday living. Located in the highly desirable College Community School District, this prime location offers quick access to the interstate and sits conveniently between Cedar Rapids and Iowa City, making commuting simple while still enjoying the charm and walkability of downtown Ely. With only one 3-bedroom loft remaining, now is your chance to secure a one-of-a-kind luxury residence in one of the corridor’s most desirable growing communities. Photos are of a similar 2 bedroom unit.
If you are searching for that pristine property with views all around AND privacy you have found it! This land has never been built on. There is the start of electrical service brought to the property. The land is currently in a forest reserve, but could be made into a beautiful location for a home, perfect location for camping, hunting, tiny home, weekend get aways, cabin, you name it! On the water, cliff views, wooded views, and flat land with some rolling hills as well. It really has it all. Two access roads and land at its best!
LOT 45 IN THE DEER VALLEY 4TH ADDITION OF ELY. 0.25 ACRES, 82.90 CURB WIDTH, SELECT YOUR BUILDER, EGRESS ATRIUM GRADE OPTION. MINIMUM ABOVE GRADE SQUARE FEET REQUIREMENTS: 1,400 SQ FT FOR A RANCH, 1,600 SQUARE FEET FOR A MULTI LEVEL HOME. MID AMERICAN, LINN COUNTY REC, CITY OF ELY UTILITIES. HIGH DEMAND COLLEGE COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT.
Walkout Lot. Private backyard backs up to open green space and trees. Single family lot ready to build on in an established development. Ely is a great location with easy access to Cedar Rapids and the Corridor. Street address is 1705 Parkland Drive.
Every so often, a property comes along that truly stands apart — and this is one of them. Set just minutes from Ely on 9 acres of gently rolling land and timber across two separate parcels, this exceptional estate offers a rare blend of privacy, craftsmanship, and versatility, all within easy reach of Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Solon, and the Eastern Iowa Airport. Built in 2020 with uncompromising attention to quality, the custom home offers over 4,100 finished square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. Handcrafted cabinetry, premium finishes, and an open, light-filled layout define the interior. The main level features a stunning wall of windows with peaceful timbered views, a gourmet kitchen with an oversized island, formal dining, and a split-bedroom design for privacy. The primary suite is a retreat of its own, with sunrise views, a spa-inspired bath, and a zero-entry shower with multiple diverters, including rain and wall-massage features. The walkout lower level is equally inviting, with a knotty alder wet bar, spacious family room, two additional bedrooms, a full bath, a dedicated workout room, and a flexible space ideal for specialty storage or hobbies. Radiant in-floor heat warms the lower level and garage, while spray-foam insulation and smart lighting controls contribute to the home’s impressive energy efficiency. Outdoor living is seamless and accessible, with zero-step entry from both the attached garage and the screened porch — a favorite gathering spot for the sellers. A circular drive, countryside views, stubbed gas line for a future firepit or outdoor kitchen, and a whole-house generator complete the setting. Adding exceptional value and flexibility is the 4,800 sq ft accessory building, built in 2019 and fully insulated with spray foam and radiant floor heat in three zones. It includes three oversized overhead doors, a mechanical room with laundry hookups, a walk-up storage loft, and a finished 800 sq ft living space with a full kitchen, living room, two bedrooms, and a full bath — ideal for guests, multigenerational living, or a private work-from-home setup. Located directly on a hard-surface road adjacent to a trailhead for the Cedar Valley Nature Trail, this property offers a rare combination of lifestyle, convenience, and long-term versatility. More than a home, this is a thoughtfully designed estate that supports the way people truly live today. Buyer to verify property taxes and finished square footage. AGF Sq Ft noted on the MLS & the Level 1 bedroom and bath counts include the 800 sq ft ADU with 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. Proof of funds or bank letter & 48 hours’ notice required for showings. Listing agent to be present.
Ely is located in Iowa. Ely, Iowa has a population of 2,163. Ely is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 43.28% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 31.95%.
The median household income in Ely, Iowa is $99,083. The median household income for the surrounding county is $70,360 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Ely is 36.4 years.
The average high temperature in July is 84.2 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 11.2 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 36.4 inches per year, with 28.2 inches of snow per year.
