$230,000
SOLD JUL 17, 2025

115 9th St SE Altoona, IA 50009

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
821 Sq Ft
9,780 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$280 Per Sq Ft

13% Below List Price

88 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Community Pool
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • 3-minute walk to Haines Park

About This Home

As of July 2025

MOTIVATED SELLER- Price Reduced!! Only minutes from Des Moines, this fantastic family home on a large corner lot with mature trees in the heart of Altoona is ready for you! Numerous updates make this 3 bedroom, 2 bath house move in ready. With a new roof, siding, deck, fence, light fixtures, interior doors, and a new dishwasher, the sellers have the home in tip top shape. The large backyard, complete with above ground pool, is perfect for entertaining and watching your family splash and play. With refinished wood floors, natural light and a fully finished lower level, this home boasts plenty of space and the potential for a 4th bedroom by adding a closet. The detached garage offers additional storage and space for vehicles. Walking distance from Haines Park, SEP Centennial Elementary, and 6th/7th Grade Center. One year home warranty included!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Layne Maestas

Friedrich Iowa Realty License #S72601000 Listed on: 03/26/2025

Co-Listed By

Kristen Tibben

Friedrich Realty License #S65930

Last Buyer's Agent

Member Non

CENTRAL IOWA BOARD OF REALTORS

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,752

Year Built

  • Built in 1966

Lot Details

  • 9,780 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Split Foyer
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Poured Concrete
  • Wood Trim
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 821 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Home Office

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Natural lighting in basement

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Home warranty included in the sale of the property
  • Assessor Parcel Number 171/00360-278-000

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,752

Year Built

Built in 1966

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.22
  • Road Surface Type: Hard Surface
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 318000592
  • Co List Office Phone: 515-956-1501
  • Directions: From I 80 heading East take exit 143 South toward Altoona. Turn right onto 1st Street. Then left onto 9th Street SE. Home is on the corner of 9th Street SE and 3rd Ave. SE
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 821.0
  • Architectural Style: Split Foyer
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Foundation:Poured: Yes
  • Water Heater:Electric2: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Cooling:Central Air: Yes
  • Floor:Carpet: Yes
  • Floor:Tile2: Yes
  • Features:Sump Pump2: Yes
  • Exterior:Brick: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Features:Deck-Wood: Yes
  • Exterior:Vinyl: Yes
  • Features:Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Exterior Features Fence: Yes
  • Terrain:Level: Yes
  • Floor:Hardwood: Yes
  • Features:Home Warranty: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Daylight, Full, Sump Pump
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 756.0
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Basement:Full2: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Interior Trim:Wood11: Yes
  • Basement:Daylight: Yes
  • Features:Main Floor Bedroom: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Construction Type: Vinyl, Brick
  • Foundation Details: Poured, Tile
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck-Wood, Porch - Open
  • Features:Porch - Open: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • General Information:Garage Type2: Detached
  • General Information:Garage Capacity: 1 Car

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Pool
  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • General Information:Homeowners Association (HOA): No
  • Amenities:Swimming Pool: Yes

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Southeast Polk

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9780.0
  • Parcel #: 171/00360-278-000
  • Zoning: Residential

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 27, 2022
Closed on
Aug 17, 2022
Sold by
Strosahl and Vickie
Bought by
Hawbaker Steve and Hawbaker Courtney
Seller's Agent
Shane Torres
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Alex Hagar
Keller Williams Realty GDM
List Price
$205,000
Sold Price
$196,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-4.39%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.22%
Original Mortgage
$189,458
Outstanding Balance
$182,341
Interest Rate
5.51%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$57,888

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 27, 2022
Closed on
Aug 16, 2022
Sold by
Hawbaker and Courtney
Bought by
Elwood Casey J and Elwood Mary
Seller's Agent
Shane Torres
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Alex Hagar
Keller Williams Realty GDM
List Price
$205,000
Sold Price
$196,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-4.39%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$189,458
Outstanding Balance
$182,341
Interest Rate
5.51%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$57,888

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 2012
Sold by
Last Pamela S and Last Pamela S
Bought by
Strosahl Vickie and Strosahl Ken

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$75,000
Interest Rate
3.59%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $174,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $196,000 None Listed On Document
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $189,458 FHA
Previous Owner $75,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $5,070 Unknown
Previous Owner $126,452 FHA
Previous Owner $129,006 FHA
Previous Owner $18,324 Construction
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/17/2025 07/17/25 Sold $230,000 -4.2% $280 / Sq Ft
06/22/2025 06/22/25 Pending -- -- --
05/22/2025 05/22/25 Price Changed $239,999 -2.6% $292 / Sq Ft
04/18/2025 04/18/25 Price Changed $246,500 -3.3% $300 / Sq Ft
04/08/2025 04/08/25 Price Changed $254,900 -3.8% $310 / Sq Ft
03/26/2025 03/26/25 For Sale $265,000 +35.2% $323 / Sq Ft
08/19/2022 08/19/22 Sold $196,000 -4.4% $239 / Sq Ft
07/18/2022 07/18/22 Pending -- -- --
06/27/2022 06/27/22 For Sale $205,000 -- $250 / Sq Ft
Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $3,752 $242,900 $52,300 $190,600
2023 $3,802 $228,300 $52,300 $176,000
2022 $3,754 $186,300 $43,900 $142,400
2021 $3,620 $186,300 $43,900 $142,400
2020 $3,562 $171,000 $40,300 $130,700
2019 $3,220 $171,000 $40,300 $130,700
2018 $3,226 $151,800 $35,000 $116,800
2017 $3,288 $151,800 $35,000 $116,800
2016 $3,282 $140,200 $32,100 $108,100
2015 $3,282 $140,200 $32,100 $108,100
2014 $3,106 $131,300 $29,700 $101,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • L

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Layne Maestas

    Friedrich Iowa Realty

    (515) 232-6175

    1 in this area

    11 Total Sales

    Layne Maestas
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  • Kristen Tibben

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Kristen Tibben

    Friedrich Realty

    (515) 450-9334

    1 in this area

    43 Total Sales

    Kristen Tibben
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  • M

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Member Non

    CENTRAL IOWA BOARD OF REALTORS

  • Shane Torres

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Shane Torres

    RE/MAX

    (515) 984-0222

    8 in this area

    642 Total Sales

    Shane Torres
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  • Z

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022

    Zack Cregeen

    RE/MAX

    (515) 984-0222

    1 in this area

    152 Total Sales

    Zack Cregeen
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  • A

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Alex Hagar

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    (515) 418-2193

    8 in this area

    61 Total Sales

    Alex Hagar
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Map

Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 66878

APN: 171-00360278000

Iowa Polk County Altoona 50009

115 9th St SE, Altoona, IA

This home is located at 115 9th St SE, Altoona, IA 50009 and is currently priced at $230,000, approximately $280 per square foot. This property was built in 1966. 115 9th St SE is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Centennial Elementary School, Southeast Polk Spring Creek- 6th Grade, and Southeast Polk Junior High School.

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