This beautifully maintained 4-bedroom home offers incredible space and comfort throughout. The kitchen is truly the heart of the home—featuring a spacious island, breakfast bar, pantry, and plenty of cabinet and counter space. Meal prep will be an absolute dream here! The living room welcomes you with a gorgeous tray ceiling, cozy fireplace, and large windows overlooking the backyard. A convenient half bath is located on the main level, along with a versatile space perfect for a formal dining room, playroom, or office. Upstairs, you’ll find four bedrooms and a laundry room with a utility sink. The primary suite boasts a vaulted ceiling, luxurious bath with a jacuzzi tub, and a walk-in closet. The unfinished lower level is a blank canvas—ready for your vision to create a family room, rec area, hobby space, or simply enjoy abundant storage. Step outside to a spacious deck overlooking the fenced backyard, offering a peaceful retreat. Plus, solar panels help keep utility costs low! Located close to all the amenities Altoona has to offer, with easy access to the interstate and downtown—this home truly has it all. Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity!
Sold for $345,000
$345,000
512 3rd Ave NW, Altoona, IA 50009
4beds
2,338sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1993
9,365 Square Feet Lot
$344,400 Zestimate®
$148/sqft
$2,562 Estimated rent
Home value
$344,400
$327,000 - $362,000
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Cozy fireplaceWalk-in closetFour bedroomsFenced backyardSolar panelsBreakfast barSpacious island
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Listed by:
Ellen Fitzpatrick (515)710-8708,
Ellen Fitzpatrick Real Estate
Bought with:
Misty Darling
BH&G Real Estate Innovations
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 728698
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
- Basement: Egress Windows,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Vented
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,338
- Total interior livable area: 2,338 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 9,365 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 75 x 125
Details
- Parcel number: 17100511317115
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Siding, Frame
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1993
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Altoona
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $148/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $358,400
- Annual tax amount: $5,875
- Date on market: 10/20/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 121 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/1/2026 | Sold | $345,000-4.2%$148/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #728698 Report a problem | ||
| 2/21/2026 | Pending sale | $360,000$154/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #728698 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $360,000+39%$154/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #728698 Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2021 | Sold | $259,000-2.3%$111/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #617544 Report a problem | ||
| 11/10/2020 | Pending sale | $265,000$113/sqft |
Source: Pennie Carroll & Associates #617544 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2020 | Listed for sale | $265,000$113/sqft |
Source: Pennie Carroll & Associates #617544 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,696 +2.3% | $358,400 +7.4% |
| 2024 | $5,566 +0.2% | $333,600 |
| 2023 | $5,556 -2.9% | $333,600 +18.6% |
| 2022 | $5,724 +8% | $281,200 -4.1% |
| 2021 | $5,302 +1.7% | $293,100 +13.2% |
| 2020 | $5,212 +2.6% | $259,000 |
| 2019 | $5,082 -0.1% | $259,000 +4.4% |
| 2018 | $5,086 | $248,100 |
| 2017 | $5,086 -6.1% | $248,100 +3.3% |
| 2016 | $5,416 | $240,100 |
| 2015 | $5,416 +11.4% | $240,100 +11.9% |
| 2014 | $4,862 | $214,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $214,500 -2.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $219,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $219,600 -2.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $226,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $226,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $226,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $226,000 +1.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $222,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $222,700 +12% |
| 2003 | -- | $198,840 +4.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $190,110 |
| 2001 | -- | $190,110 |
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Neighborhood: 50009
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Altoona Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10SOUTHEAST Polk Middle SchoolGrades: 6-7Distance: 1.1 mi
- 8/10Southeast Polk High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 4.2 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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