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Sold for $215,000
  • $215,000

    1212 8th Ave SE, Altoona, IA 50009

    4beds
    1,476sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1995
    8,407 Square Feet Lot
    $216,400 Zestimate®
    $146/sqft
    $2,451 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $216,400

    $203,000 - $229,000

    $2,451/mo

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    What's special

    Discover immense potential in this charming Altoona home! This spacious 1.5-story residence offers four comfortable bedrooms, eager for your creative vision. Thoughtful updates throughout provide immediate peace of mind: the attached two-car garage is a standout feature, complete with a wall heater for comfortable use in any season and a 220 volt outlet to charge your electric car. Inside, you'll benefit from a brand-new water heater installed in 2024 and enjoy the bright, energy-efficient living spaces thanks to new windows from 2020. The kitchen is also well-equipped with a newer dishwasher, added in 2022. Outside, the generous, fenced backyard is perfect for entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing. With a touch of personal flair and some tender loving care, this house is poised to become your dream home. Don't let this fantastic investment opportunity pass you by & schedule your showing today!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Brinning, Makenzie (815)632-9563,

    RE/MAX Concepts,

    Rob Ellerman 816-304-4434,

    RE/MAX Concepts

    Bought with:

    Brinning, Makenzie

    RE/MAX Concepts

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 718950MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
    Features
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Basement: Egress Windows,Partially Finished
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,476
    • Total interior livable area: 1,476 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 750

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Grab Bars
    Features
    • Levels: One and One Half
    • Stories: 1.5
    • Exterior features: Fully Fenced, Storage
    • Fencing: Chain Link,Full
    Lot
    • Size: 8,407 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 60 x 140
    • Features: Rectangular Lot
    Details
    • Additional structures: Storage
    • Parcel number: 17100183515000
    • Zoning: R-5

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: One and One Half Story
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Foundation: Poured
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1995

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Altoona

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $146/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $275,800
    • Annual tax amount: $4,449
    • Date on market: 5/28/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 48 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Road surface type: Concrete

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/31/2026Listing removed$2,500$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    6/15/2026Listed for rent$2,500$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    10/31/2025Sold$215,000-12.2%$146/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #718950 Report a problem
    7/15/2025Pending sale$245,000$166/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #718950 Report a problem
    7/7/2025Price change$245,000-2%$166/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #718950 Report a problem
    6/19/2025Price change$250,000-3.8%$169/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #718950 Report a problem
    5/28/2025Listed for sale$260,000+41.3%$176/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #718950 Report a problem
    10/23/2008Sold$184,000-0.5%$125/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/10/2008Listed for sale$184,900+3.6%$125/sqft
    Source: Listhub #331565 Report a problem
    6/9/2004Sold$178,500$121/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025-- $275,800 +9.3%
    2024-- $252,400
    2023-- $252,400 +20.4%
    2022-- $209,600
    2021-- $209,600 +12.1%
    2020-- $186,900
    2019-- $186,900 +7.2%
    2018-- $174,300
    2017-- $174,300 +10.7%
    2016$3,404 $157,500
    2015$3,404 -8.8%$157,500 -7.5%
    2014$3,734 $170,200
    2013-- $170,200 -0.8%
    2012-- $171,500
    2011-- $171,500 +6%
    2010-- $161,800
    2009-- $161,800 +2%
    2008-- $158,600
    2007-- $158,600 +2.2%
    2006-- $155,200
    2005-- $155,200 +7.2%
    2003-- $144,820 +8.9%
    2002-- $132,990
    2001-- $132,990
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 50009

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: Southeast Polk

    Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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