NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1508 4th St SW Altoona, IA 50009

Estimated Value: $296,000 - $319,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,600 Sq Ft
$192/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 25, 2015

Last sale price $173,000 $108 Per Sq Ft

Est. 77% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,126/month

93 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.47 Acre Lot
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • 4-minute walk to Phoenix Park

About This Home

As of September 2015

CUSTOM BUILT 4 LEVEL SPLIT, ONE OWNER HOME SETTING ON A LARGE LOT. (JUST UNDER 1/2 ACRE) 2 ATTACHED GARAGE WITH DOOR OPENER. WHITE BRICK ADORN THE FRONT OF THIS LOVELY FAMILY HOME AND ALSO THE FOUNDATION. FOUR BEDROOMS OR USE ONE AS A DEN OR OFFICE. FAMILY ROOM WITH A WOODBURNING FIREPLACE OVERLOOKING A SCREENED BACK PORCH. EAT IN KITCHEN WITH BOWED PICTURE WINDOW OVERLOOKING THE BACK YARD. BACK YARD HAS A NICE GARDEN SPOT. FORMAL DINING ROOM ADJOINING A LARGE FRONT ROOM WITH A PICTURE WINDOW OVERLOOKING THE FRONT OF THE HOME A FRONT PORCH ADDS A WARM TOUCH TO THE HOME. THREE BEDROOMS UP WITH A FULL BATH, 3/4 BATH IS LOCATED BETWEEN THE FAMILY ROOM AND THE KITCHEN. A GREAT EXTRA TO THE PROPERTY IS ANOTHER GARAGE (20X26) BUILT IN 1992 FOR MORE STORAGE OR CARS. THIS IS THE HOME YOU HAVE BEEN DREAMING OF WITH PLENTY OF ROOM.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Eva Horstman

Pennie Carroll & Associates Listed on: 05/04/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Eva Horstman

Pennie Carroll & Associates Listed on: 05/04/2015

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,938

Year Built

  • Built in 1969

Lot Details

  • 0.47 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 80x254

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,600 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Screen For Fireplace
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Family Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom

Parking

  • 4 Garage Spaces | 2 Attached and 2 Detached
  • Driveway

Accessible Home Design

  • Grab Bars

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 17100480001000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,938

Year Built

Built in 1969

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Split Level
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 115.00
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 108.12
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV, Drapes/Curtains, Fireplace Equipment, Fireplace Screen, Hardwood Floors, Laminate Floors, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Third Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 520
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 520
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen, Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Handicap Features: Grab Bars
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1600
  • Total Sq Ft: 1600

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Frame
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Attached, 2 Detached

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: 0.4660
  • Lot S F: 20320
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 80x254
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 17100480001000
  • 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: 3938.00
  • Net Taxes: 3938.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 15084THSTSWPOLKSEPOLK50009
  • Tax Year: 2015

MLS Schools

  • School District: Southeast Polk

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 4, 2015
Closed on
Sep 24, 2015
Sold by
Walker Darlene A
Bought by
Christensen Erik N and Christensen Erin A
Seller's Agent
Eva Horstman
Pennie Carroll & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Eva Horstman
Pennie Carroll & Associates
List Price
$189,500
Sold Price
$173,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$16,500
-8.71%
Total Days on Market
93
Current Estimated Value
$306,742

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$133,742
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.99%
Original Mortgage
$169,866
Outstanding Balance
$136,858
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$167,544
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Christensen Erik N $173,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Christensen Erik N $49,302
Open Christensen Erik N $169,866
Previous Owner Walker Darlene A $140,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/25/2015 09/25/15 Sold $173,000 -8.7% $108 / Sq Ft
08/05/2015 08/05/15 Pending -- -- --
05/04/2015 05/04/15 For Sale $189,500 -- $118 / 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 $4,930 $296,700 $62,900 $233,800
2023 $4,866 $296,700 $62,900 $233,800
2022 $4,804 $247,400 $54,300 $193,100
2021 $4,630 $247,400 $54,300 $193,100
2020 $4,552 $227,300 $49,800 $177,500
2019 $4,224 $227,300 $49,800 $177,500
2018 $4,226 $207,600 $44,500 $163,100
2017 $4,276 $207,600 $44,500 $163,100
2016 $4,262 $190,800 $40,400 $150,400
2015 $4,262 $190,800 $40,400 $150,400
2014 $3,976 $175,400 $37,300 $138,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Eva Horstman

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Eva Horstman

    Pennie Carroll & Associates

    (515) 238-7754

    3 in this area

    15 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 453704

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 171-00480001000

Iowa Polk County Altoona 50009

1508 4th St SW, Altoona, IA

This home is located at 1508 4th St SW, Altoona, IA 50009 since 04 May 2015 and is currently estimated at $306,742, approximately $191 per square foot. This property was built in 1969. 1508 4th St SW is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Willowbrook Elementary School, Southeast Polk Spring Creek- 6th Grade, and Southeast Polk Junior High School.

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