1540 3rd Ave SE, Altoona, IA 50009
What's special
Space, updates, and a backyard ready to enjoy! This 4-bedroom two-story checks all the boxes. The main level offers an inviting living room anchored by a fireplace, a functional kitchen with pantry storage, convenient laundry, and a half bath. Upstairs, you will find three spacious bedrooms including a primary suite with primary bath and additional guest bath, while the finished lower level adds even more flexibility with a 4th bedroom, additional living area, and ¾ bath giving you plenty of options for guests, a home office, workout space, or movie room. The fenced backyard is a standout, offering plenty of room for kids, pets, or entertaining, plus a large stamped concrete patio and storage shed. Several of the big-ticket improvements have already been taken care of, including the roof in 2021, furnace and A/C in 2023, and patio in 2024. Located near schools, parks, shopping, and everyday conveniences, this home combines a practical floor plan with the extra space you've been looking for inside and out.
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Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSTravel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Dining Room
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Listing updated:
Kathy Swanson (515)778-3638,
RE/MAX Concepts
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area, Cable TV
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Vented
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,618
- Total interior livable area: 1,618 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 812
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Storage
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 8,276 Square Feet
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 17100184750103
- Zoning: R-5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $300 annually
- HOA name: Country Cove Owners Assoc
- Second HOA name: Conlin Properties
Location
- Region: Altoona
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $204/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $311,500
- Annual tax amount: $5,150
- Date on market: 9/10/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 39 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Contract,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/14/2026 | Pending sale | $329,900$204/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #749074 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $329,900+3.1%$204/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #749074 Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2025 | Sold | $320,000-1.5%$198/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #716018 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2025 | Pending sale | $325,000$201/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #716018 Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2025 | Listing removed | $325,000$201/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #716018 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2025 | Pending sale | $325,000$201/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #716018 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $325,000$201/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #716018 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2025 | Pending sale | $325,000$201/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #716018 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2025 | Price change | $325,000-3%$201/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #716018 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2025 | Price change | $335,000-1.5%$207/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #716018 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $340,000+48.5%$210/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #716018 Report a problem | ||
| 2/21/2020 | Sold | $229,000-0.4%$142/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #595610 Report a problem | ||
| 1/13/2020 | Pending sale | $230,000$142/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Precision #595610 Report a problem | ||
| 1/13/2020 | Price change | $230,000-4.2%$142/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Precision #595610 Report a problem | ||
| 11/26/2019 | Listed for sale | $240,000+48.1%$148/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Precision #595610 Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2012 | Sold | $162,000-1.2%$100/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #404446 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2012 | Listed for sale | $164,000+0.3%$101/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Group #404446 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2004 | Sold | $163,500$101/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,762 +2.3% | $311,500 +11% |
| 2024 | $4,654 -0.3% | $280,600 |
| 2023 | $4,670 +1.3% | $280,600 +18% |
| 2022 | $4,610 +0.6% | $237,800 |
| 2021 | $4,584 +1.7% | $237,800 +5.6% |
| 2020 | $4,506 +10.3% | $225,100 |
| 2019 | $4,086 0% | $225,100 +11.9% |
| 2018 | $4,088 | $201,100 |
| 2017 | $4,088 +9.7% | $201,100 +19.7% |
| 2016 | $3,728 | $168,000 |
| 2015 | $3,728 +5.5% | $168,000 +3.5% |
| 2014 | $3,532 | $162,300 +2.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $158,300 +0.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $157,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $157,100 -4.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $163,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $163,800 -1.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $166,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $166,500 +0.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $165,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $165,300 |
Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$329,600
$313,000 - $346,000
$2,317/mo
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