Welcome to this spacious ranch home on a picturesque, park-like 1.13-acre lot just outside Altoona. With over 2,200 square feet on the main level and 1,000+ finished square feet below, there’s room for everyone to spread out and enjoy. The main floor features a vaulted formal living room and a bright kitchen with a skylight, ample counter space, and adjoining dining area—truly a meal-prep chef’s dream. A generous family room with a striking stone-surround gas fireplace and sliding doors to the backyard creates the perfect gathering space. Four bedrooms and three bathrooms complete the main level. The finished lower level adds flexibility with a large family room featuring a second gas fireplace, daylight windows, a ¾ bath, bonus room, and abundant storage.
Car lovers and hobbyists will appreciate the oversized attached two-car garage with ramp access, plus a 24’ x 30’ detached garage with a 100-amp panel and spacious concrete side patio. The expansive lot provides ample space to play, entertain, and unwind. Enjoy peaceful mornings with the sunrise and relaxing evenings with stunning sunset views. Located on a paved road and just minutes from Altoona’s amenities, shopping, and interstate access, this home offers the ideal balance of privacy and convenience.
Sold for $460,000
$460,000
8034 NE 38th Ave, Altoona, IA 50009
4beds
2,244sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2000
1.13 Acres Lot
$459,100 Zestimate®
$205/sqft
$2,686 Estimated rent
Home value
$459,100
$436,000 - $482,000
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Adjoining dining areaAbundant storageSpacious ranch homeBonus roomDaylight windowsAmple counter space
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Listed by:
Ellen Fitzpatrick (515)710-8708,
Ellen Fitzpatrick Real Estate
Bought with:
Michelle Wilson
Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 734459
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl
- Basement: Daylight,Finished,Partially Finished,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas, Vented
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,244
- Total interior livable area: 2,244 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,000
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Grab Bars, Low Threshold Shower, Accessible Approach with Ramp
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Patio, Storage
Lot
- Size: 1.13 Acres
- Dimensions: 140.1
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 17000445054000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Altoona
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $205/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $517,000
- Annual tax amount: $6,903
- Date on market: 2/14/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 133 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/30/2026 | Sold | $460,000-4.1%$205/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #734459 Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/2026 | Pending sale | $479,900$214/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #734459 Report a problem | ||
| 2/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $479,900-2.1%$214/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #734459 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2026 | Listing removed | $490,000$218/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #727621 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2025 | Price change | $490,000-2%$218/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #727621 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $500,000+50.2%$223/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #727621 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2017 | Sold | $333,000-2.1%$148/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #540822 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2017 | Pending sale | $340,000$152/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Signature #540822 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2017 | Price change | $340,000-2.3%$152/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Signature #540822 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2017 | Price change | $348,000-1.7%$155/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Signature #540822 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2017 | Listed for sale | $354,000+35.1%$158/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Signature #540822 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2013 | Sold | $262,000-4.7%$117/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #415003 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2013 | Price change | $275,000-3.5%$123/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #415003 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2013 | Price change | $284,900-1.7%$127/sqft |
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| 4/3/2013 | Listed for sale | $289,900+7.6%$129/sqft |
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| 7/9/2012 | Sold | $269,500-4.4%$120/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2012 | Listed for sale | $282,000-1.1%$126/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #395078 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2011 | Listing removed | $285,000$127/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #381090 Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2011 | Price change | $285,000-3.4%$127/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #381090 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2011 | Listed for sale | $295,000-14.5%$131/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #381090 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2010 | Listing removed | $345,000$154/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #363082 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2010 | Price change | $345,000-5.5%$154/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #363082 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2010 | Listed for sale | $365,000+1420.8%$163/sqft |
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| 4/13/1998 | Sold | $24,000$11/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,644 +7.9% | $517,000 +10.8% |
| 2024 | $6,156 +3.4% | $466,800 |
| 2023 | $5,954 -7.1% | $466,800 +22.5% |
| 2022 | $6,408 +1.2% | $381,100 |
| 2021 | $6,332 +1.5% | $381,100 +6.7% |
| 2020 | $6,238 +2.5% | $357,200 |
| 2019 | $6,088 -0.5% | $357,200 +6.6% |
| 2018 | $6,120 | $335,000 |
| 2017 | $6,120 -1.5% | $335,000 +9.5% |
| 2016 | $6,216 | $305,900 |
| 2015 | $6,216 +12.4% | $305,900 +13.6% |
| 2014 | $5,528 | $269,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $269,300 +10% |
| 2012 | -- | $244,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $244,800 -11.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $277,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $277,800 +2.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $269,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $269,900 +7.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $250,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $250,600 +3.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $242,330 +12.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $215,740 +9.2% |
| 2001 | -- | $197,650 |
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Neighborhood: 50009
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Mitchellville Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 5 mi
- 7/10SOUTHEAST Polk Middle SchoolGrades: 6-7Distance: 1.3 mi
- 8/10Southeast Polk High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 2.2 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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