$447,795
SOLD AUG 6, 2025

947 11th Ave SE Altoona, IA 50009

5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,524 Sq Ft
10,397 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$177 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

57 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Dining Area

About This Home

As of August 2025

Welcome to your dream home! This stunning updated two story boasts a perfect balance of style, space and functionality.
Experience an open-concept floor plan with abundant natural light flowing through large windows, creating an inviting atmosphere. The main floor features a cozy living room with gas fireplace, ideal for relaxing evenings, a well appointed kitchen, bonus room, half bath and dining area.
Discover four spacious bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with a private bath, walk-in closet. Plus a versatile bonus room that can be customized to fit your lifestyle-perfect for home office, playroom or media space.
Enjoy the back yard oasis, perfect for summer gatherings or cozy evenings under the stars.
Lower level includes 5th nonconforming bedroom, family room and tons of storage.
Nestled in a desirable neighborhood, with convenient access to schools, shopping, dining and parks.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Geri Doyle

RE/MAX Results Listed on: 05/19/2025

RE/MAX Results

Last Buyer's Agent

Pennie Carroll

Pennie Carroll & Associates

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,928

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • 10,397 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence
  • Irregular Lot
  • Property is zoned R-2

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 2,524 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Dining Area
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 171/00360-171-511

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,928

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 178.25
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 177.41
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Direct Vent Gas
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 2nd Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1044
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 600
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Lower Level
  • Included Items: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2524
  • Total Sq Ft: 2524

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Cement Board
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fully Fenced Yard, Open Patio
  • Fence Type: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Asphalt, Public Sidewalk
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 744
  • Garage: 3 Attached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 3

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: 0.2390
  • Lot S F: 10397
  • Lot Shape: Irregular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 171/00360-171-511
  • Zoning: R-2

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: 6928.00
  • Net Taxes: 6748.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Southeast Polk

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 19, 2025
Closed on
Aug 5, 2025
Sold by
Christy Fletcher and Christy Allison
Bought by
Cawthorn John and Cawthorn Hannah
Seller's Agent
Geri Doyle
RE/MAX Results
Buyer's Agent
Pennie Carroll
Pennie Carroll & Associates
List Price
$459,900
Sold Price
$447,795
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,105
-2.63%
Views
21

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.01%
Original Mortgage
$272,795
Outstanding Balance
$272,795
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$175,008

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 14, 2021
Sold by
Ventling Douglas S and Ventling Tracy L
Bought by
Christy Fletcher and Christy Allison

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$296,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 20, 2010
Sold by
Ventling Tracy L and Ventling Douglas S
Bought by
Ventling Tracy L and Ventling Douglas S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$178,000
Interest Rate
4.08%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 12, 2006
Sold by
Sears John Joseph
Bought by
Sears Tracy L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 20, 2002
Sold by
Brown Richard A and Brown Stacey N
Bought by
Sears John J and Sears Tracy L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$211,200
Interest Rate
7.14%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 17, 1998
Sold by
Harmeyer James R
Bought by
Brown Richard A and Brown Stacey N

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$211,750
Interest Rate
6.96%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 23, 1997
Sold by
Falcon Ridge L C
Bought by
Harmeyer James R and Tyler Homes

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Interest Rate
7.65%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $448,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $448,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $370,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $263,500 --
Warranty Deed $222,500 --
Warranty Deed $28,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $272,795 New Conventional
Closed $272,795 New Conventional
Previous Owner $296,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $63,915 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $178,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $40,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $211,200 No Value Available
Previous Owner $211,750 No Value Available
Previous Owner $160,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/06/2025 08/06/25 Sold $447,795 -0.5% $177 / Sq Ft
07/15/2025 07/15/25 Pending -- -- --
06/08/2025 06/08/25 Price Changed $449,900 -2.2% $178 / Sq Ft
05/19/2025 05/19/25 For Sale $459,900 -- $182 / 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 $6,590 $393,000 $53,200 $339,800
2023 $6,552 $393,000 $53,200 $339,800
2022 $6,648 $330,000 $46,000 $284,000
2021 $6,104 $330,000 $46,000 $284,000
2020 $6,000 $296,900 $41,300 $255,600
2019 $5,970 $296,900 $41,300 $255,600
2018 $5,976 $289,900 $39,600 $250,300
2017 $6,070 $289,900 $39,600 $250,300
2016 $6,052 $267,300 $35,700 $231,600
2015 $6,052 $267,300 $35,700 $231,600
2014 $6,032 $261,600 $34,400 $227,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 718415

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 171-00360171511