$235,000
SOLD OCT 4, 2024

204 5th St SW Altoona, IA 50009

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,375 Sq Ft
8,712 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$171 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

63 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Mud Room
  • Altoona Elementary School Rated A-
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of October 2024

Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bed, 2-bath home, perfectly situated in the heart of Altoona near all amenities! As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a versatile 3-seasons porch, ideal for year-round enjoyment. Enter the spacious living room featuring new carpet, leading seamlessly into the formal dining area adorned with accent trim walls and hardwood floors throughout the main level.
The kitchen, though compact, is highly efficient with a gas stove and stainless steel appliances. The back porch provides additional storage and sliding doors to the backyard. The main floor has 2 generously sized bedrooms and a charming bathroom with dual sinks and heated tile floors. The upstairs offers a cozy living room with original wood beams, LVP flooring, and a newer mini-split system for heating and cooling. It also includes the third bedroom and a bath with heated tile floors. The unfinished basement has been waterproofed and braced. Smart washer and dryer are included. Recent updates include a new electrical panel (2019), sewer replacement (2020), Pella windows, new roof (2020), new siding (2022), and a privacy fence in 2022.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Madison Carlson

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 06/26/2024

RE/MAX Concepts

Last Buyer's Agent

Carrie Williams

Platinum Realty LLC

Platinum Realty LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,306

Year Built

  • Built in 1888

Lot Details

  • 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 66x132
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,375 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Shades
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 17100282000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,306

Year Built

Built in 1888

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 178.18
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 170.91
  • Year Built: 1888
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors, Security System, Shades/Shutters, Smoke Detector, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 2nd Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 480
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Other Rooms: 3 Season, Mud Room
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1375
  • Total Sq Ft: 1375

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 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: 0.2000
  • Lot S F: 8712
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 66X132
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 17100282000000
  • 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: 3306.46
  • Net Taxes: 3306.46

MLS Schools

  • School District: Southeast Polk

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 26, 2024
Closed on
Oct 3, 2024
Sold by
Wearmouth Joseph
Bought by
Pineapple Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
Madison Carlson
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Carrie Williams
Platinum Realty LLC
List Price
$250,000
Sold Price
$235,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-6%
Views
92
Current Estimated Value
$235,136

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$136
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.04%
Original Mortgage
$188,000
Outstanding Balance
$186,958
Interest Rate
6.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$50,094

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 28, 2007
Sold by
Flickinger Linda J
Bought by
Kent Chad M and Kent Dana S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$71,500
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 27, 2002
Sold by
Allee Douglas L and Allee Remedios L
Bought by
Flickinger Linda J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$70,400
Interest Rate
7.13%
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 $235,000 None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $87,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $188,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $11,272 FHA
Previous Owner $124,542 FHA
Previous Owner $8,500 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $88,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $72,100 New Conventional
Previous Owner $15,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $71,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $70,400 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/04/2024 10/04/24 Sold $235,000 -4.1% $171 / Sq Ft
08/28/2024 08/28/24 Pending -- -- --
08/02/2024 08/02/24 Price Changed $245,000 -2.0% $178 / Sq Ft
06/26/2024 06/26/24 For Sale $250,000 +16.3% $182 / Sq Ft
04/29/2022 04/29/22 Sold $215,000 0.0% $156 / Sq Ft
04/29/2022 04/29/22 Pending -- -- --
03/11/2022 03/11/22 For Sale $215,000 -- $156 / 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 $3,292 $191,100 $42,200 $148,900
2023 $2,436 $191,100 $42,200 $148,900
2022 $2,406 $119,400 $35,700 $83,700
2021 $2,264 $119,400 $35,700 $83,700
2020 $2,226 $106,900 $32,200 $74,700
2019 $2,018 $106,900 $32,200 $74,700
2018 $2,020 $95,100 $28,300 $66,800
2017 $2,064 $95,100 $28,300 $66,800
2016 $2,060 $88,000 $26,100 $61,900
2015 $2,060 $88,000 $26,100 $61,900
2014 $1,832 $78,400 $23,100 $55,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 698003

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 171-00282000000