About Iowa City Area Living
Iowa City Area Living is your independent guide to discovering the communities that make our area such a special place to call home. Each city has its own personality, local favorites, and way of life, yet together, these connected communities offer something bigger. It’s a shared sense of belonging and so much to explore.
Whether you’ve lived here for years, recently arrived, or are considering a move here, we bring helpful local information together in one place. Explore our communities and housing options, discover things to do, find everyday essentials, and learn how to connect and get involved. We’re proud to call this area home and excited to share it with you. Dive in, find a new favorite, and discover all the Iowa City area has to offer.
Meet Maria
I’m Maria McCaw, a trusted Realtor® and top producer in the Iowa City area. I love helping clients find not just a house, but the right home for the chapter of life they’re in. Whether you’re buying your first home, upsizing for a growing family, downsizing, relocating, or starting fresh, I bring care, deep market knowledge, and genuine enthusiasm to every step of the process.
With a professional yet approachable style, I’m passionate about making real estate feel less stressful and more exciting. My clients rely on my expertise to navigate the market with confidence, and I take that trust seriously. I listen closely, take time to understand each client’s unique needs, and guide them toward a space that truly fits their lifestyle, goals, and future.
Warm, fun-loving, and dedicated, I believe finding a home should be a meaningful and enjoyable experience. My goal is to help every client feel confident, supported, and right at home in the Iowa City area.
If you ever have questions about the area, real estate options, communities, recreation, or anything else, send me a text! I’ll get back to you as soon as possible, which shouldn’t take long unless it’s a crazy week.
Maria is an expert at her craft. She is very knowledgeable at what she does. Most importantly, Maria truly cares about her clients. It is obvious how passionate she is about what she does. She is truly the BEST in the business!
Maria was absolutely wonderful to work with throughout our home-buying journey. She was punctual, responsive, and communicated with us every step of the way. What we appreciated most was her honesty—she was always upfront and had our best interests in mind. Maria made the entire process feel quick, easy, and stress-free. She provided valuable advice from start to finish and helped us find and move into the home we truly loved in a very short amount of time. Her knowledge, professionalism, and dedication made all the difference. I would highly recommend Maria to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. She exceeded our expectations, and we are incredibly grateful for all of her help. Five stars!
She is knowledgeable, responsive, and truly cares about her clients. The entire process felt smooth and well guided from start to finish. We’re so grateful for her help and couldn’t recommend her more.
Maria helped us buy our first home over a decade ago, and we didn’t hesitate to go back to her when we were ready to move again. She helped us find our dream home and get a competitive offer accepted, then listed our existing home a week later, which sold above asking in just 24 hours.
We chose Maria McCaw specifically for her marketing expertise, and she exceeded every expectation. She was truly head and shoulders above others in the area - professional, prompt, and consistently courteous throughout the entire process. She delivered on everything she promised and represented us exceptionally well at every stage. Her strategic marketing plan was outstanding and resulted in our property selling in under 36 hours. We could not have asked for a better experience and would confidently recommend her to anyone looking for a highly capable, results-driven realtor.
My wife and I recently bought our first home, and Maria was our realtor! She was absolutely incredible—making what can be a daunting process both enjoyable and rewarding. She went above and beyond to answer every question and accommodate every request. I would wholeheartedly recommend Maria, not just as one of the best realtors in the Iowa City area, but as an exceptionally kind and thoughtful human!
I cannot recommend Maria enough! She helped us buy our very first home in Iowa City in 2021, expertly guiding us through the entire process. Her professionalism, knowledge, and responsiveness instantly made us feel confident that we were in the best hands. When it came time to sell that home, there was absolutely no question we wanted Maria by our side again. She made the selling process not only quick and smooth but surprisingly fun! Maria’s expert guidance and dedication took all the stress out of what could have been a daunting experience. If you want someone who truly knows the market, communicates clearly, and genuinely cares about your goals, Maria is your person. We feel so lucky to have had her support every step of the way!
Maria McCaw at Urban Acres Real Estate is an exceptional Realtor! Despite my wife and I living over 180 miles away from where we ended up buying a house, she made the entire buying process clear and effortless. Her communication was outstanding, always honest, and she truly helped us find the perfect home. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of a dedicated and knowledgeable real estate professional!
Hands down the best buying experience ever! Maria is honest and brings a lot of energy to the process. She goes well above what is required. If you are considering buying or selling, Maria will make the whole process fun. Absolute 5 star experience!
I've worked with Maria several times and it's always been great. She always takes the time to walk me through the various hurdles of buying/selling and answers my inane questions. She goes above and beyond to make sure all the details get taken care of and is great at communicating the progress. Very personable and professional, a friend and great realtor, always an easy experience in a complex business. Thanks!
From our very first meeting with Maria, it was clear she is a natural when it comes to real estate and caring for her clients. She took time to get to know us both and took into account our wishes and preferences. Throughout the entire process, Maria made herself available and had prompt communication. During house showings, she brought both the fun (so much fun!) and professionalism. When it came down to putting in an offer, she was efficient and effective in this competing market. Maria supported us and gave recommendations for the various needs after the offer was accepted which was greatly appreciated. As a first time home buyer, Maria made the process enjoyable and stress-free. We are SO lucky to have been referred to Maria and will 100% recommend her to everyone. She is top notch!
Maria is an expert at her craft. She is very knowledgeable at what she does. Most importantly, Maria truly cares about her clients. It is obvious how passionate she is about what she does. She is truly the BEST in the business!
Maria was absolutely wonderful to work with throughout our home-buying journey. She was punctual, responsive, and communicated with us every step of the way. What we appreciated most was her honesty—she was always upfront and had our best interests in mind. Maria made the entire process feel quick, easy, and stress-free. She provided valuable advice from start to finish and helped us find and move into the home we truly loved in a very short amount of time. Her knowledge, professionalism, and dedication made all the difference. I would highly recommend Maria to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. She exceeded our expectations, and we are incredibly grateful for all of her help. Five stars!
She is knowledgeable, responsive, and truly cares about her clients. The entire process felt smooth and well guided from start to finish. We’re so grateful for her help and couldn’t recommend her more.
Maria helped us buy our first home over a decade ago, and we didn’t hesitate to go back to her when we were ready to move again. She helped us find our dream home and get a competitive offer accepted, then listed our existing home a week later, which sold above asking in just 24 hours.
We chose Maria McCaw specifically for her marketing expertise, and she exceeded every expectation. She was truly head and shoulders above others in the area - professional, prompt, and consistently courteous throughout the entire process. She delivered on everything she promised and represented us exceptionally well at every stage. Her strategic marketing plan was outstanding and resulted in our property selling in under 36 hours. We could not have asked for a better experience and would confidently recommend her to anyone looking for a highly capable, results-driven realtor.
My wife and I recently bought our first home, and Maria was our realtor! She was absolutely incredible—making what can be a daunting process both enjoyable and rewarding. She went above and beyond to answer every question and accommodate every request. I would wholeheartedly recommend Maria, not just as one of the best realtors in the Iowa City area, but as an exceptionally kind and thoughtful human!
I cannot recommend Maria enough! She helped us buy our very first home in Iowa City in 2021, expertly guiding us through the entire process. Her professionalism, knowledge, and responsiveness instantly made us feel confident that we were in the best hands. When it came time to sell that home, there was absolutely no question we wanted Maria by our side again. She made the selling process not only quick and smooth but surprisingly fun! Maria’s expert guidance and dedication took all the stress out of what could have been a daunting experience. If you want someone who truly knows the market, communicates clearly, and genuinely cares about your goals, Maria is your person. We feel so lucky to have had her support every step of the way!
Maria McCaw at Urban Acres Real Estate is an exceptional Realtor! Despite my wife and I living over 180 miles away from where we ended up buying a house, she made the entire buying process clear and effortless. Her communication was outstanding, always honest, and she truly helped us find the perfect home. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of a dedicated and knowledgeable real estate professional!
Hands down the best buying experience ever! Maria is honest and brings a lot of energy to the process. She goes well above what is required. If you are considering buying or selling, Maria will make the whole process fun. Absolute 5 star experience!
I've worked with Maria several times and it's always been great. She always takes the time to walk me through the various hurdles of buying/selling and answers my inane questions. She goes above and beyond to make sure all the details get taken care of and is great at communicating the progress. Very personable and professional, a friend and great realtor, always an easy experience in a complex business. Thanks!
From our very first meeting with Maria, it was clear she is a natural when it comes to real estate and caring for her clients. She took time to get to know us both and took into account our wishes and preferences. Throughout the entire process, Maria made herself available and had prompt communication. During house showings, she brought both the fun (so much fun!) and professionalism. When it came down to putting in an offer, she was efficient and effective in this competing market. Maria supported us and gave recommendations for the various needs after the offer was accepted which was greatly appreciated. As a first time home buyer, Maria made the process enjoyable and stress-free. We are SO lucky to have been referred to Maria and will 100% recommend her to everyone. She is top notch!
