NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1541 Prairie Ct Altoona, IA 50009

Estimated Value: $218,000 - $245,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,049 Sq Ft
$217/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 10, 2024

Last sale price $225,000 $214 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,661/month

165 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Ranch Style House
  • Tile Flooring
  • 5-minute walk to Village Park

About This Home

As of May 2024

Welcome to this impeccably kept 2 bedroom 2 bath ranch end unit townhome in Altoona. Home is just minutes from shops, restaurants, Adventureland, Prairie Meadows, and a short drive to the metro! As you enter you'll find a spacious living room with vaulted ceilings, skylight, and gas fireplace. Off the living room is a well appointed kitchen with great oak cabinets, granite countertops, bar peninsula, all appliances included, and a breakfast nook with sliders to a nice sized composite deck. Also off the living room is a nice sized master bedroom and first floor laundry room with washer and dryer included. The finished lower level boasts a large family room, ample sized bedroom, full bathroom, and massive storage area. The attached two car garage rounds out this well maintained townhome that is move in ready. Newer carpet throughout, newer AC, and new exterior steps are also a bonus.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Pennie Carroll

Pennie Carroll & Associates Listed on: 10/13/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Mike Grossman

RE/MAX Revolution

RE/MAX Revolution

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,029

Year Built

  • Built in 1996

Lot Details

  • 2,630 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 39x67

HOA Fees

  • $230 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 1,049 Sq Ft Home
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Window Egress

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 17100497800013

Community Details

Overview

  • Eric Mason Association

Recreation

  • Snow Removal

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,029

Year Built

Built in 1996

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$230 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Condo-Townhome
  • Style: Ranch
  • Architecture: Traditional
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 218.30
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 214.49
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1996
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Carpeting, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Egress Windows, Finished
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: Lower Level
  • Other Rooms: Pantry
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1049
  • Total Sq Ft: 1049

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Cement Board
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Foundation: Concrete Block, Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Oak

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 444
  • Garage: 2 Attached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air
  • Services: Lawn Care, Snow Removal

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 230.0000
  • Association Fee Term: Month
  • Association Fee: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • HOA Name: Prairie Village Townhomes
  • Management Firm: Eric Mason

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.0600
  • Lot S F: 2630
  • Lot Size: 39X67
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 17100497800013
  • 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: 3029.00
  • Net Taxes: 2848.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Southeast Polk

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 13, 2023
Closed on
May 9, 2024
Sold by
Lang Carol J
Bought by
Binns Owen and Lage Adriel
Seller's Agent
Pennie Carroll
Pennie Carroll & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Mike Grossman
RE/MAX Revolution
List Price
$229,000
Sold Price
$225,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-1.75%
Views
307
Current Estimated Value
$227,782

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$2,782
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.84%
Original Mortgage
$199,000
Outstanding Balance
$195,975
Interest Rate
6.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$31,807

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 22, 2014
Sold by
Lane Craol J
Bought by
Lang Carol J and Crise Teresa S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 2005
Sold by
Wood Pamela S
Bought by
Lang Dale R and Lang Carol J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 22, 1997
Sold by
Mona Co Ltd
Bought by
Wood Pamela S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$116,700
Interest Rate
7.81%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Binns Owen -- None Listed On Document
Binns Owen $225,000 None Listed On Document
Lang Carol J -- None Available
Lang Dale R $131,500 --
Wood Pamela S $122,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Binns Owen $199,000
Previous Owner Wood Pamela S $116,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/10/2024 05/10/24 Sold $225,000 -1.7% $214 / Sq Ft
03/26/2024 03/26/24 Pending -- -- --
03/21/2024 03/21/24 For Sale $229,000 +1.8% $218 / Sq Ft
12/18/2023 12/18/23 Off Market $225,000 -- --
11/17/2023 11/17/23 Price Changed $224,000 -0.4% $214 / Sq Ft
10/26/2023 10/26/23 Price Changed $225,000 -4.7% $214 / Sq Ft
10/13/2023 10/13/23 For Sale $236,000 -- $225 / 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
2025 $2,852 $204,400 $36,200 $168,200
2024 $2,852 $191,700 $33,500 $158,200
2023 $3,160 $191,700 $33,500 $158,200
2022 $3,118 $167,100 $30,000 $137,100
2021 $3,062 $167,100 $30,000 $137,100
2020 $3,006 $156,500 $28,100 $128,400
2019 $2,854 $156,500 $28,100 $128,400
2018 $2,852 $146,300 $25,500 $120,800
2017 $2,902 $146,300 $25,500 $120,800
2016 $2,890 $135,500 $22,800 $112,700
2015 $2,890 $135,500 $22,800 $112,700
2014 $2,800 $129,400 $26,500 $102,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 683563

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 171-00497800013