$425,000

1903 3rd Ave SE Altoona, IA 50009

Estimated payment $2,849/month

Total Views 270
3 Beds
6 Baths
1,972 Sq Ft
$216 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Clay Elementary School Rated A-
  • Mud Room
  • Shades

About This Home

Welcome home! This spacious ranch in the desirable Country Cove Community of Altoona is move-in ready! With 1,972 sq. ft. on the main level and an additional 1,000 sq. ft. of finish space in the lower level, this ranch has plenty of space. This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2 bath home has a large kitchen, laundry/mudroom, formal dining room, newer carpet, roof and furnace. The oversized 2-car garage provides plenty of space. The lower level with daylight windows has a huge finished area and space to add 4th. Perfect for guests or additional living space. Enjoy outdoor living with a fully fenced yard that backs to a beautiful pond and walking trail. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and SE Polk schools. Don't miss this incredible opportunity. Schedule your private showing today!

Listing Agent

Susan Peer

BHHS First Realty Westown Listed on: 08/06/2025

BHHS First Realty Westown

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,968

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • 8,750 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 70x125
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence

HOA Fees

  • $25 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,972 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Shades
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • HOA Managed Association
  • Built by Star Homes

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 17100184750026

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,968

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$25 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Homebuilder: Star Homes
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 215.52
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Fire Alarm, Shades/Shutters, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 6.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Partial Bath Total: 3
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 3
  • Basement Description: Daylight Window, Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1954
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 1000
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Other Rooms: Mud Room
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1972
  • Total Sq Ft: 1972

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: 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: 300.0000
  • Association Fee Term: Year
  • Association Fee: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • HOA Name: Country Cove Owners Assoc.
  • Management Firm: HOA Managed

Schools

  • School District: Southeast Polk

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2010
  • Lot S F: 8750
  • Lot Size: 70X125
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 17100184750026
  • Zoning: Res

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: 5968.00
  • Net Taxes: 5968.00
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District: Southeast Polk

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Range of Values:

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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 $6,370 $380,200 $60,300 $319,900
2023 $6,280 $380,200 $60,300 $319,900
2022 $6,200 $316,700 $52,300 $264,400
2021 $5,612 $316,700 $52,300 $264,400
2020 $5,516 $273,600 $49,400 $224,200
2019 $5,004 $273,600 $49,400 $224,200
2018 $5,008 $244,400 $43,400 $201,000
2017 $4,272 $244,400 $43,400 $201,000
2016 $4,256 $193,900 $39,900 $154,000
2015 $4,256 $193,900 $39,900 $154,000
2014 $4,148 $187,700 $38,100 $149,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/06/2025 08/06/25 For Sale $425,000 +66.0% $216 / Sq Ft
08/25/2016 08/25/16 Sold $256,000 -3.4% $130 / Sq Ft
08/01/2016 08/01/16 Pending -- -- --
04/21/2016 04/21/16 For Sale $264,900 -- $134 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- Shindler Anderson Goplerud & W
Warranty Deed $256,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $184,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $48,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 723869

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 171-00184750026