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    • Price cut: $10K (8/10)
    $429,900

    603 1st St E, Altoona, IA 50009

    3beds
    1,603sqft
    : 
    $3,034/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1939
    2.79 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $268/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Refinished oak floorsNew premium steel roofFully fenced yardLarge deckEndless parking
    Altoona acreage alert! Rare 2.7-acre in-town retreat with mature trees and direct walking/biking trail access. This 3 bed, 2 bath brick ranch features refinished oak floors, updated windows (2024, lifetime warranty), and a refreshed kitchen with newer Whirlpool appliances. Enjoy a partially finished lower level with office/flex space, plus a stylish bath with heated tile floors and walk-in shower. Step outside to a large deck, fully fenced yard, mature trees including oak, maple, mulberry and walnut trees, a raspberry patch and established garden area plus direct access to the Vern Willey II Trail. Need workspace? Massive 32x45 shop with 200-amp service, 110/220 hookups, new premium steel roof, and endless parking. All just minutes from I-80, schools, and Altoona amenities—acreage living without sacrificing convenience. OPEN HOUSE THIS SUNDAY AUGUST 16th FROM 1=3PM.
    120 days
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    1,729
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    61
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Ryan Mathews (515)202-1019,

    RE/MAX Revolution

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 739096MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 3
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
      Features
      • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,603
      • Total interior livable area: 1,603 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
      • Garage spaces: 1
      Features
      • Stories: 1
      • Exterior features: Storage
      Lot
      • Size: 2.79 Acres
      • Features: Irregular Lot
      Details
      • Additional structures: Storage
      • Parcel number: 17100010003000
      • Zoning: R-2

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1939

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Altoona

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $268/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $411,400
      • Annual tax amount: $6,802
      • Date on market: 4/25/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 120 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Concrete

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/10/2026Price change$429,900-2.3%$268/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #739096 Report a problem
        7/15/2026Price change$439,900-2.2%$274/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #739096 Report a problem
        5/20/2026Price change$450,000-5.3%$281/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #739096 Report a problem
        4/25/2026Listed for sale$475,000+41.4%$296/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #739096 Report a problem
        8/19/2022Sold$336,000-2.6%$210/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #647416 Report a problem
        7/26/2022Pending sale$345,000$215/sqft
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        7/6/2022Price change$345,000-11.4%$215/sqft
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        5/10/2022Pending sale$389,500$243/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #647416 Report a problem
        4/5/2022Price change$389,500-2.5%$243/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #647416 Report a problem
        3/11/2022Listed for sale$399,500-2.6%$249/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #647416 Report a problem
        2/2/2022Listing removed--
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        12/14/2021Price change$410,000-3.5%$256/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        11/18/2021Listed for sale$425,000+53.3%$265/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        4/27/2021Listing removed--
        Source: DMMLS Report a problem
        3/19/2021Listed for sale$277,305-4.4%$173/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #624594 Report a problem
        11/20/2019Listing removed$1,500$1/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        11/17/2019Listed for rent$1,500$1/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        11/15/2019Listing removed$290,000$181/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        10/1/2019Pending sale$290,000$181/sqft
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        9/25/2019Listed for sale$290,000+137.7%$181/sqft
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        9/11/1996Sold$122,000$76/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$6,442 +2.2%$411,400 +12.5%
        2024$6,302 +3.2%$365,800
        2023$6,108 +1.3%$365,800 +22.2%
        2022$6,032 +5.5%$299,400
        2021$5,718 +25.2%$299,400 +10.8%
        2020$4,568 +10.2%$270,100 +18.4%
        2019$4,146 0%$228,100 +11.9%
        2018$4,148 $203,900
        2017$4,148 -2.3%$203,900 +7.3%
        2016$4,244 $190,100
        2015$4,244 +2%$190,100 +2.8%
        2014$4,162 $184,900
        2013-- $184,900 -12.1%
        2012-- $210,300
        2011-- $210,300 +3%
        2010-- $204,200
        2009-- $204,200 -2.2%
        2008-- $208,700
        2007-- $208,700 +7.5%
        2006-- $194,100
        2005-- $194,100 +8.5%
        2003-- $178,960 +27.7%
        2002-- $140,120
        2001-- $140,120
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 50009

        Getting around

        39 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        43 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: Southeast Polk

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