$240,000
SOLD DEC 16, 2024

1503 4th St SW Altoona, IA 50009

4 Beds
2 Baths
816 Sq Ft
0.3 Acres

Recently Sold

$294 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

27 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 5-minute walk to Phoenix Park

About This Home

As of December 2024

4 bedroom, 2 bath Altoona home with modern finishes is a must see. 1500+ finished sq. ft., plenty of natural light on both levels, 2 living areas, spacious laundry room, and lots of storage in this one. Enjoy dining and the view of the large, fully fenced backyard from the deck just off the kitchen. Just down the street from Willowbrook Elementary! Oversized 2 car garage plus a carport. Schedule an appointment to see this one today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jael Kuster

Realty ONE Group Impact Listed on: 10/25/2024

Realty ONE Group Impact

Last Buyer's Agent

Tiffany Marcum

The American Real Estate Co.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,078

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 0.3 Acre Lot
  • Chain Link Fence

Home Design

  • Split Foyer
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 816 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Carport
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 17100498006001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,078

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Split Foyer
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 295.22
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 294.12
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 816
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 700
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Lower Level
  • Other Rooms: See Remarks
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 816
  • Total Sq Ft: 816

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Detached, Carport

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: 0.3000
  • Lot S F: 13060
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 17100498006001
  • Zoning: R-1

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: 4078.00
  • Net Taxes: 4078.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Southeast Polk

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 25, 2024
Closed on
Dec 16, 2024
Sold by
Vanmeer Michael J and Vanmeer Brandy
Bought by
Mertz Carl and Mertz Morgan
Seller's Agent
Jael Kuster
Realty ONE Group Impact
Buyer's Agent
Tiffany Marcum
The American Real Estate Co.
List Price
$245,900
Sold Price
$240,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,900
-2.4%
Views
30
Current Estimated Value
$239,599

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$401
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.73%
Original Mortgage
$245,160
Outstanding Balance
$244,304
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
-$5,445

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 19, 2016
Closed on
Feb 10, 2017
Sold by
Huffey Christopher and Huffey Elizabeth
Bought by
Vanmeer Michael J
Seller's Agent
Christopher Huffey
RE/MAX Revolution
Buyer's Agent
Mario Sciorrotta
Attain RE
List Price
$174,900
Sold Price
$174,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.13%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 19, 2003
Sold by
Trexel Nathan A and Trexel Tara J
Bought by
Boley Chad E and Boley Jamie R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$131,618
Interest Rate
5.95%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 11, 1999
Sold by
Hintz Mark F and Hintz Kathryn L
Bought by
Trexel Nathan A and Trexel Tara J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$102,200
Interest Rate
7.04%
Mortgage Type
VA
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $240,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $174,900 None Available
Warranty Deed $133,500 --
Warranty Deed $99,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $245,160 VA
Previous Owner $7,489 FHA
Previous Owner $17,830 FHA
Previous Owner $21,681 FHA
Previous Owner $131,618 FHA
Previous Owner $102,200 VA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/16/2024 12/16/24 Sold $240,000 -0.4% $294 / Sq Ft
11/21/2024 11/21/24 Pending -- -- --
11/13/2024 11/13/24 Price Changed $240,900 -2.0% $295 / Sq Ft
10/25/2024 10/25/24 For Sale $245,900 +40.6% $301 / Sq Ft
02/21/2017 02/21/17 Sold $174,900 0.0% $214 / Sq Ft
02/17/2017 02/17/17 Pending -- -- --
12/19/2016 12/19/16 For Sale $174,900 -- $214 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association 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 $4,078 $236,700 $53,400 $183,300
2023 $3,990 $236,700 $53,400 $183,300
2022 $3,940 $195,600 $46,200 $149,400
2021 $3,810 $195,600 $46,200 $149,400
2020 $3,748 $179,900 $42,300 $137,600
2019 $3,468 $179,900 $42,300 $137,600
2018 $2,694 $163,500 $37,700 $125,800
2017 $2,734 $126,800 $37,700 $89,100
2016 $2,728 $116,600 $34,300 $82,300
2015 $2,728 $116,600 $34,300 $82,300
2014 $2,302 $105,200 $31,000 $74,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 706607

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 171-00498006001