This fully remodeled 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers approximately 2,279 square feet of finished living space and a 2-car garage. Inside, you'll find new LVP flooring throughout, fresh paint, updated trim, doors, and fixtures, along with a completely remodeled kitchen featuring new cabinetry and newer appliances. Both bathrooms have been fully refreshed with new vanities, flooring, fixtures, and bath surrounds. New siding, newer vinyl windows, and updated exterior finishes make this home truly move-in ready. Seller will provide a landscaping credit to a buyer on closing day with an acceptable offer- call for details.
The main floor features a huge living room with a gas fireplace, a large dining room, and a bright kitchen with vaulted ceilings and a sink positioned beneath a window that brings in natural light. Two bedrooms and a full bathroom are located on the main level. One of the main floor bedrooms includes a wood burning fireplace, making it a cozy option for a bedroom, office, or flex space.
The finished basement includes two large bedrooms with egress windows and a 3/4 bathroom. The upper half story provides a loft or den with LVP flooring, creating a great bonus area. Outside, the property includes a detached 2 car garage and refreshed curb appeal.
Located just a block from downtown Altoona, shopping, restaurants, parks, and quick access to I 80 for an easy commute to Des Moines, this home offers a strong combination of updates, space, and location.
Pending
$256,900
606 1st Ave S, Altoona, IA 50009
4beds
1,479sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
7,927 Square Feet Lot
$253,700 Zestimate®
$174/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 25 days
- 164
- 6
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Listed by:
Jennings, Traci (515)232-4663,
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 732171
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,479
- Total interior livable area: 1,479 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 800
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 7,927 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 60 x 132
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 17100263000000
- Zoning: res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Altoona
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $174/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $181,200
- Annual tax amount: $2,991
- Date on market: 1/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 116 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$253,700
$241,000 - $266,000
$2,030/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/9/2026 | Pending sale | $256,900$174/sqft |
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| 7/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $256,900$174/sqft |
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| 5/2/2026 | Pending sale | $256,900$174/sqft |
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| 4/28/2026 | Price change | $256,900-1.9%$174/sqft |
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| 4/6/2026 | Price change | $261,900-1.9%$177/sqft |
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| 2/26/2026 | Price change | $266,900-1.1%$180/sqft |
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| 1/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $269,900+134.7%$182/sqft |
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| 5/22/2012 | Sold | $115,000$78/sqft |
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| 4/4/2012 | Listed for sale | $115,000$78/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,844 +2.2% | $181,200 +12.2% |
| 2024 | $2,782 +2.7% | $161,500 |
| 2023 | $2,710 +1.3% | $161,500 +21.6% |
| 2022 | $2,676 +4.8% | $132,800 |
| 2021 | $2,554 +1.7% | $132,800 +10.1% |
| 2020 | $2,512 +8.7% | $120,600 |
| 2019 | $2,310 -0.2% | $120,600 +10.7% |
| 2018 | $2,314 | $108,900 |
| 2017 | $2,314 -3.2% | $108,900 +6.7% |
| 2016 | $2,390 | $102,100 |
| 2015 | $2,390 +9.3% | $102,100 +10.5% |
| 2014 | $2,186 | $92,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $92,400 -17% |
| 2012 | -- | $111,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $111,300 -4.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $117,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $117,000 -2.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $119,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $119,500 +5.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $113,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $113,600 +7% |
| 2003 | -- | $106,140 +37.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $76,970 +13.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $67,910 |
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Neighborhood: 50009
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Southeast Polk
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