Charming all-brick ranch in the heart of Altoona, just steps from Altoona Elementary! This 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers convenient one-level living with a main-level laundry room and plenty of storage spaces. Enjoy a partially fenced backyard perfect for pets or play, along with a concrete patio ideal for summer gatherings. Car enthusiasts or hobbyists will love the attached 2-car garage plus an additional 3-car detached garage and storage shed - plenty of space for tools, toys, and more. The main bedroom features an attached 3/4 bath with walk-in shower. There is a full bathroom with tub off the main hallway. The home also features an attic fan - a rare find these days that helps keep the home cool and energy efficient during the summer. The Mid-American Energy Budget Billing is $120 a month. A solid, well-kept home with 2X6 walls in a prime location. Newer roof in the past three years. Don't miss this one!
Sold for $275,000
$275,000
502 5th Ave SW, Altoona, IA 50009
2beds
1,328sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
0.43 Acres Lot
$273,500 Zestimate®
$207/sqft
$2,040 Estimated rent
Home value
$273,500
$260,000 - $290,000
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Main-level laundry roomConvenient one-level livingAll-brick ranchPartially fenced backyardAttic fan
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Listed by:
Ryan Mathews (515)202-1019,
RE/MAX Revolution
Bought with:
Thomas Payne
Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 722047
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Attic Fan, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,328
- Total interior livable area: 1,328 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage, Three Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Grab Bars, Low Threshold Shower, Accessible Doors
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Fence, Patio, Storage
- Fencing: Chain Link,Partial
Lot
- Size: 0.43 Acres
- Dimensions: 80 x 234.8
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 17100501006000
- Zoning: R-3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Poured, Slab
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Altoona
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/25/2025 | Sold | $275,000-1.8%$207/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #722047 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2025 | Pending sale | $279,900$211/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #722047 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2025 | Price change | $279,900-1.8%$211/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #722047 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $285,000$215/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #722047 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,182 -0.5% | $291,600 +11.6% |
| 2024 | $4,202 +0.5% | $261,400 |
| 2023 | $4,182 +1.4% | $261,400 +22.3% |
| 2022 | $4,126 +12.4% | $213,800 |
| 2021 | $3,670 +1.8% | $213,800 +17.5% |
| 2020 | $3,606 +10.7% | $181,900 |
| 2019 | $3,258 +0.1% | $181,900 +10% |
| 2018 | $3,256 | $165,300 |
| 2017 | $3,256 -0.7% | $165,300 +8.6% |
| 2016 | $3,280 | $152,200 |
| 2015 | $3,280 +17.6% | $152,200 +16.9% |
| 2014 | $2,788 | $130,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $130,200 +3.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $125,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $125,800 -13.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $145,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $145,200 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $142,300 |
| 2007 | -- | $142,300 +6.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $133,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $133,400 +1% |
| 2003 | -- | $132,060 +14.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $115,070 |
| 2001 | -- | $115,070 |
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Neighborhood: 50009
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Altoona Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 7/10SOUTHEAST Polk Middle SchoolGrades: 6-7Distance: 1.1 mi
- 4/10Southeast Polk High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 3.6 mi
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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