Monarch Homes is at it again! This edition is TO BE BUILT in the growing town of Ely and the desired College Community School District, and potentially could be fully customizable! Two walkout lots to choose from with NO rear neighbors! Attention to detail and quality finishes throughout. This beautiful ranch will offer an open floor plan, over 2800 sq ft of living space, premium upgrades throughout, including quartz countertops, high end LVP flooring, large center island and walk-in pantry, custom tile shower, tray ceilings, walk out lower level with spacious 9 foot ceilings, maintenance free covered deck, and 850+ sq ft oversize 3 stall garage! You’ll absolutely love this amazing quiet neighborhood and all Ely has to offer! Note: Exterior photos are conceptual renderings from the actual drawings. Interior photos are from previous builds and do not reflect the actual floor plan nor finishes.
This entire condo was significantly updated in 2024: new kitchen, featuring elegant quartz countertops, soft-close drawers and doors, 36" tall cabinets with plenty of storage, including a pantry with roll-out shelves, plus stainless-steel appliances—stove, dishwasher, microwave, and refrigerator—complete this modern space. The primary bathroom was completely remodeled, offering a luxurious tiled shower, a double-sink vanity with quartz countertops, and an ADA-height toilet for added comfort. An additional living space, 2 bedrooms with walk in closets and a bath were added to the lower level. Other 2024 updates include windows, patio sliders on both levels, LVP flooring on the main level with underlayment and carpet in the lower level, second main level bath was updated with a new vanity, countertop, fixtures, and ADA-height toilet, new interior doors and trim, re-textured and painted ceiling in the main area, LED canned lighting with new fixtures, and a new concrete patio pad on the lower level—perfect for entertaining. Energy-efficient improvements include R49 insulation in the attic above the garage and R19 insulation above the main living areas. A humidifier was also been added to the HVAC system. The HOA takes care of lawn care, snow removal, and exterior upkeep, leaving you more time to enjoy your home. For the biking/hiking fans – the Cedar Valley Nature Trail will take you from Ely’s greats – Dan & Debbie’s Ice Cream all the way to Waterloo! Just head out the back yard and you’ll be on the trail! HOA Start up $200.
Custom-built Napa home featuring a rare heated tandem four-stall garage with two floor drains—ideal for a workshop, hobbies, or extra storage. Why build when you can own like-new for much less? This home offers quartz countertops in both kitchens and baths, a custom chef-level kitchen sink, walk-in closets in every bedroom, and an oversized 22x25 expanded patio with a screened porch and hot tub overlooking beautiful Iowa Grant Wood views. Thoughtful upgrades include solid wood doors throughout, insulated garage doors, hot and cold-water faucets in the garage, extended pull-out kitchen drawers, and more. Entertain upstairs, outdoors, or in the finished lower-level rec room with a bar and kitchenette. The primary suite is well appointed with a spacious walk-in closet, dual showerheads, a custom tiled step-in shower, and dual vanities for added organization and comfort. The lower level also includes a workout room and a large guest room that could serve as an ideal teen suite. This custom home shows exceptional attention to detail, nothing left to do but move in....Showings start Friday noon. Seller will respond to offers in 24 hours... Heated garage, hot tub and pool table stay.
Welcome home to this spacious and beautifully maintained property featuring 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and over 2,700 finished square feet of living space! From the warm hardwood floors to the inviting gas fireplace in the living room, this home offers comfort and style throughout. The kitchen has plenty of counter space and a large pantry, for all the storage you need. All the bedrooms are good sized and this home has been well cared for through the years. The finished lower-level family room provides the perfect space for movie nights, entertaining, or relaxing. Step outside to enjoy the beautifully landscaped yard with plenty of room to play, garden, or unwind, plus a convenient storage shed for all your outdoor essentials. With generous living spaces inside and out, this home is ready for its next owners to make lasting memories. Contact me today to schedule your private showing!
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.
Rare opportunity: 4-bed, 2-bath home on 0.53-acre in-town lot. 1,840 sq ft (Built in 1958) offers great potential with room to expand or update. Updated mechanicals, steel siding, hard wood floors throughout, and great bones to build upon. Enjoy small-town amenities—parks, nature reserves, shops, creamery, boating and swimming on Lake McBride/Reservoir, fishing ponds, Cedar Valley Nature Trail, youth sports and much more make this location ideal—minutes from Cedar Rapids. Popular College Community School District. Perfect family residence in a quiet small-town setting.
Beautifully maintained zero-lot in Ely is the perfect blend of comfort, space, & peaceful surroundings. Built in 2017, this 3br/3ba home offers expansion with a framed-out 4th bedroom ready for your finishing touches. Step inside to vaulted ceilings and an open, light-filled layout designed for everyday living & entertaining. The main-floor laundry adds convenience, while the finished lower level provides flexible space for a rec room, home office, or gym. Enjoy quiet mornings or relaxing sunsets on the wood deck overlooking open farmland, creating a private backyard setting rarely found in town. A newly planted maple tree adds charm & curb appeal to the front yard. The location is ideal with a College Community School bus stop conveniently at the nearby corner. Thoughtfully cared for & move-in ready, this home offers small-town living with modern amenities & scenic views you’ll love coming home to every day.
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.
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.
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.