$245,000
PENDING $15K PRICE DROP

1212 8th Ave SE Altoona, IA 50009

Estimated payment $1,665/month

Total Views 5,947
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,476 Sq Ft
$166 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • No HOA
  • Outdoor Storage
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

Discover immense potential in this charming Altoona home! This spacious 1.5-story residence offers four comfortable bedrooms, eager for your creative vision. Thoughtful updates throughout provide immediate peace of mind: the attached two-car garage is a standout feature, complete with a wall heater for comfortable use in any season and a 220 volt outlet to charge your electric car. Inside, you'll benefit from a brand-new water heater installed in 2024 and enjoy the bright, energy-efficient living spaces thanks to new windows from 2020. The kitchen is also well-equipped with a newer dishwasher, added in 2022. Outside, the generous, fenced backyard is perfect for entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing. With a touch of personal flair and some tender loving care, this house is poised to become your dream home. Don't let this fantastic investment opportunity pass you by & schedule your showing today!

Listing Agent

Makenzie Brinning

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 05/28/2025

RE/MAX Concepts

Co-Listing Agent

Rob Ellerman

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,450

Year Built

  • Built in 1995

Lot Details

  • 8,400 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x140
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Property is zoned R-5

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,476 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Basement Window Egress

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Grab Bars
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 17100183515000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,450

Year Built

Built in 1995

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 165.99
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Year Built: 1995
  • Special Features: UnderContract
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Egress Windows, Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 900
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 750
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Handicap Features: Grab Bars
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1476
  • Total Sq Ft: 1476

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Storage Shed, Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Attached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Southeast Polk

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1930
  • Lot S F: 8400
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 60X140
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 17100183515000
  • Zoning: R-5

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 4449.95
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District: Southeast Polk

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Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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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 -- $252,400 $46,200 $206,200
2023 $0 $252,400 $46,200 $206,200
2022 $0 $209,600 $39,400 $170,200
2021 $0 $209,600 $39,400 $170,200
2020 $0 $186,900 $34,700 $152,200
2019 $3,404 $186,900 $34,700 $152,200
2018 $0 $174,300 $31,300 $143,000
2017 $3,418 $174,300 $31,300 $143,000
2016 $3,404 $157,500 $27,900 $129,600
2015 $3,404 $157,500 $27,900 $129,600
2014 $3,772 $170,200 $29,700 $140,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/15/2025 07/15/25 Pending -- -- --
07/07/2025 07/07/25 Price Changed $245,000 -2.0% $166 / Sq Ft
06/19/2025 06/19/25 Price Changed $250,000 -3.8% $169 / Sq Ft
05/28/2025 05/28/25 For Sale $260,000 -- $176 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Stewart Title
Warranty Deed $184,000 Itc
Warranty Deed $162,500 Itc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $178,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $175,025 VA
Closed $188,262 VA
Closed $144,800 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $143,200 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 718950

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 171-00183515000