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Sold for $300,000
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    1218 8th St SE, Altoona, IA 50009

    3beds
    1,490sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1997
    2,600 Square Feet Lot
    $300,100 Zestimate®
    $201/sqft
    $2,073 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $300,100

    $285,000 - $315,000

    $2,073/mo

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    What's special

    Beautiful woodworkNewer tile flooringPrimary suiteOffice or second bedroomEat-in kitchen areaBeautiful quartz counter spaceAttached two car garage
    Put the mower & shovel away! This ranch townhome reflects the pride of ownership with over 2,200 finished sqft and craftsmanship demonstrated in the beautiful woodwork and newer tile flooring. The main floor boasts all your living needs complete with a large living room, 4 seasons room, primary suite, office or second bedroom, full bathroom and laundry room with washer/dryer included. The eat-in kitchen area also has a great amount of beautiful quartz counter space for prep work, cabinetry and a pantry. All appliances are newer and included. Retreat to the spacious primary bedroom with a private bath and walk-in closet. The finished walkout basement features an additional living area, 3rd large bedroom and bathroom. There is a ton of unfinished storage space in this home as well. Don't miss the private deck area that is maintenance free with composite material. An attached two car garage keeps everything organized. The roof was replaced in 2024, AC in 2026 and new water heater in 2026. Welcome to Altoona, home of Prairie Meadows, Adventureland, Outlets of Des Moines, Terrace Hill Golf Course & desired Southeast Polk School District. Enjoy the small town feel with big city amenities of Altoona near Des Moines & Pleasant Hill.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Pennie Carroll (515)490-8025,

    Pennie Carroll & Associates

    Bought with:

    Kelly Schall

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 748391MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Central Vacuum, Eat-in Kitchen, Cable TV, Window Treatments
    • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
    • Basement: Finished
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,490
    • Total interior livable area: 1,490 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 900

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Stories: 1
    Lot
    • Size: 2,600 Square Feet
    Details
    • Parcel number: 17100360171611
    • Zoning: R-3

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Foundation: Poured
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1997
    Details
    • Builder name: Stubbs

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Sidewalks
    • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal
    • HOA fee: $300 monthly
    • HOA name: Falcon Ridge Townhome
    • Second HOA name: Gulling Properties
    Location
    • Region: Altoona

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $201/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $272,900
    • Annual tax amount: $4,122
    • Date on market: 9/1/2026
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
    • Road surface type: Concrete

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/9/2026Sold$300,000-9.1%$201/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #748391 Report a problem
    9/4/2026Pending sale$330,000$221/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #748391 Report a problem
    9/1/2026Listed for sale$330,000+84.9%$221/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #748391 Report a problem
    7/29/2016Sold$178,500+2%$120/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #519909 Report a problem
    6/15/2016Listed for sale$175,000+19.5%$117/sqft
    Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #519909 Report a problem
    3/30/1998Sold$146,500$98/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,922 -0.6%$272,900 +7%
    2024$3,944 -3.3%$255,100
    2023$4,080 +1.3%$255,100 +20.2%
    2022$4,026 +1.7%$212,200
    2021$3,960 +1.8%$212,200 +6.7%
    2020$3,890 +6.8%$198,900
    2019$3,644 $198,900 +8.4%
    2018$3,644 $183,500
    2017$3,644 -1.9%$183,500 +7.5%
    2016$3,714 $170,700
    2015$3,714 -1.7%$170,700 -0.9%
    2014$3,780 $172,200
    2013-- $172,200 -0.1%
    2012-- $172,400
    2011-- $172,400 -5.2%
    2010-- $181,900
    2009-- $181,900 +5.9%
    2008-- $171,700
    2007-- $171,700 -0.6%
    2006-- $172,700
    2005-- $172,700 +3.8%
    2003-- $166,450 +6.1%
    2002-- $156,880 +11.5%
    2001-- $140,690
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 50009

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    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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