This well-maintained two-story offers 1,817 sq. ft. above grade plus a beautifully finished basement, giving you plenty of space to spread out. The main level features an open layout with attractive arched openings connecting the living room to the kitchen and dining area, creating a warm and inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. A convenient half bath completes the main floor. Upstairs you'll find four bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a second-floor laundry room. The finished lower level adds valuable living space perfect for a family room, game room, home office, or workout area. Step outside to enjoy the newer 16' x 16' deck and newer 30' x 18' concrete patio overlooking the flat backyard that backs to green space and a walking/bike trail—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying the outdoors. The expanded concrete driveway provides additional parking, while the 20' x 24' attached garage offers plenty of room for vehicles, tools, and storage. Additional updates include a new roof and gutters in 2022, along with a washer and dryer that are only one year old and included with the home, providing added value and peace of mind for the next owner. Located just minutes from Clay Elementary, neighborhood parks, walking and biking trails, shopping at the Outlets of Des Moines, restaurants, and entertainment, this home combines a great layout, thoughtful updates, and an excellent location. Don't miss your opportunity to make it yours!
For sale
$370,000
2618 3rd Ave SW, Altoona, IA 50009
4beds
1,817sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2016
9,195 Square Feet Lot
$365,200 Zestimate®
$204/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautifully finished basementSecond-floor laundry roomOpen layoutConvenient half bathFour bedroomsGreat layoutAttractive arched openings
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Pennie Carroll (515)490-8025,
Pennie Carroll & Associates,
Joe Carroll,
Pennie Carroll & Associates
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 744225
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Wet Bar, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Basement: Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,817
- Total interior livable area: 1,817 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 500
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
Lot
- Size: 9,195 Square Feet
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 17100360968605
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2016
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Altoona
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $204/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $351,100
- Annual tax amount: $5,805
- Date on market: 7/1/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$365,200
$347,000 - $383,000
$2,428/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $370,000+42.4%$204/sqft |
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| 4/14/2017 | Sold | $259,900$143/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,156 +2.4% | $351,100 +12.7% |
| 2024 | $5,036 +36.6% | $311,400 |
| 2023 | $3,688 +1.4% | $311,400 +16.2% |
| 2022 | $3,638 +1.3% | $268,000 |
| 2021 | $3,590 +1.9% | $268,000 +4.5% |
| 2020 | $3,524 -0.1% | $256,400 |
| 2019 | $3,528 -31.1% | $256,400 +1.3% |
| 2018 | $5,122 | $253,100 |
| 2017 | $5,122 +63925% | $253,100 +48573.1% |
| 2016 | $8 | $520 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 50009
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Clay Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10SOUTHEAST Polk Middle SchoolGrades: 6-7Distance: 1.8 mi
- 4/10Southeast Polk High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 2.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Southeast Polk
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- Iowa
- Polk County
- Altoona
- 50009
- 2618 3rd Ave SW







