Welcome to this exceptional 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence set on 2.19 beautifully landscaped acres in Elyâ??s sought-after Whispering Hills neighborhood. Located in the desirable College Community School District, this remarkable property offers a rare blend of privacy, wooded surroundings, and breathtaking sunset viewsâ?? minutes from Downtown Cedar Rapids and schools. Offering over 4,500 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, the home showcases quality craftsmanship and timeless appeal. Inside, soaring high ceilings, rich wood flooring, and expansive windows fill the home with natural light, creating a setting that feels both refined and welcoming. The living room is centered around a gas fireplace with custom built-ins, while the kitchen features granite countertops, a large island with breakfast bar, and abundant cabinetry, flowing into a bright four-season room overlooking the picturesque backyard. The main-level primary suite offers a spacious en-suite bath and oversized walk-in closet. The finished walk-out lower level expands the homeâ??s living and entertaining space with a dedicated movie theater with stadium seating. Additional highlights include a whole-home Sonos audio system, composite deck, private putting green, new roof and siding, and professionally landscaped grounds, all thoughtfully curated.
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.
New Watts Group Construction in Founders Grove, a new community in Ely. Featuring a primary suite on the main level that includes a private bath and walk in closet, open LR/DR/Kit area that opens to screened porch. Kitchen has island w/breakfast bar and pantry. Walkout lower level features a large family room, 2 additional bedrooms and bathroom. The 2-car garage has rough-in for future car charger. Home includes our Smart Home Package. This is a Villa A Plan. ***PHOTOS ARE OF A SIMILAR PROPERTY. FLOORPLANS ARE CONCEPT ONLY. ACTUAL BUILD WILL VARY.*** No tax information at time of listing. New construction with estimated completion in mid March 2026.
New Watts Group Construction in Founders Grove, a new community in Ely. This 2 bedroom, 2 bath ranch style zero-lot home has an open floorplan that walks out to screened porch. Primary ensuite & laundry room are on the main level. Walkout LL features a large, finished family room that walks out to the patio. The two-stall garage has rough-in for future car charger. Home includes our Smart Home Package. This is the Villa A Plan.**PHOTOS OF SIMILAR PROPERTY AND MIRROR IMAGE. FLOORPLANS ARE CONCEPT ONLY. ACTUAL BUILD WILL VARY. *** Need a little extra space? Finish completing the additional 2 bedrooms and full bath for $15,000*. Restrictions Apply, Call for Details. Offer must be contingency free in time for seller to start & complete work prior to closing. Necessary timing is in Seller's sole discretion. Deposit Required). Estimated completion is mid March 2026.
New Watts Group Construction in Founders Grove, a new community in Ely. Featuring a primary suite on the main level that includes a private bath and walk in closet, open LR/DR/Kit area that opens to screened porch. Kitchen has island w/breakfast bar and pantry. Walkout lower level features a large family room, 2 additional bedrooms and bathroom. The 2-car garage has rough-in for future car charger. Home includes our Smart Home Package. This is a Villa A Plan. ***PHOTOS ARE OF A SIMILAR PROPERTY. FLOORPLANS ARE CONCEPT ONLY. ACTUAL BUILD WILL VARY.*** No tax information at time of listing. New construction with estimated completion in mid March 2026.
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!
PRICE IMPROVEMENT!! A quiet and peaceful setting awaits at this beautiful new construction zero lot in the desired College Community School District! Immediate possession is available! Trendy finishes with quality and attention to detail throughout! LVP flooring, matte gray trim work, black and gold fixtures. Custom drop zone with bench, wonderful coffee bar area, gourmet kitchen with loads of cabinet space, center island with breakfast bar, tile backsplash and stainless appliances, family room with floor to ceiling stone fireplace, and primary suite with trey ceiling, dual vanity, tile shower and walk-in closet! The three stall garage is completely finished with extra parking for the golf cart or all the toys! Relax in the evening on the covered patio with no rear neighbors for extra privacy! Quick access to bike trails and an up and coming downtown area! You’ll love all Ely has to offer!!
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 space, detention pond, 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 1725 Parkland Drive.
Walkout Lot. Private backyard backs up to open space, detention pond, 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 1715 Parkland Drive.
Walkout Lot. Private backyard backs up to open space, detention pond, 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.
Walkout Lot. Private backyard backs up to open space, detention pond, 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 1735 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.
