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1542 5th Ave SW, Altoona, IA, 50009

$459,900

Home List Price

$5,461*

Closing Credit

5 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths, 1 Partial
2,099 SqFt
$219/SqFt
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1542 5th Ave SW, Altoona$459,900

Buyer Closing Credits

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential
ParkingAttached, Garage, Three Car Garage, Tandem
Attached Garage3 spaces
Year Built1999
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
FireplaceGas, Vented
MLS #692176
Lot Size0.31 Acres
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)

About 1542 5th Ave SW

Take a look at this beautifully renovated two-story home in Altoona! Upon entering from the front porch, you are greeted with a family/flex space that leads into your formal dining. The kitchen features new cabinetry, countertops, stainless steel appliances, and an open center island. The living room consists of vaulted ceilings, large window, & a fireplace! Upstairs, you will find the primary suite featuring dual vanities, tub/shower, & large walk-in closet. Additionally, there are 3 bedrooms and a bathroom on the upper level. The lower level is a completely separate living space! The kitchen, featuring a range, dishwasher, & sink - accompany an additional living/family room, as well as a bedroom & bathroom. The garage features a tandem 3rd stall, allowing 4 vehicles to be parked inside! The fenced in backyard leads to a trail that connects to nearby ponds, parks, library, and community swimming pool! Renovations throughout include all new carpeting, LVP flooring, paint, baseboards/trim, light fixtures, drywall, hardware, doors, appliances (some mostly new), and electrical fixtures & trim. All bathrooms have new vanities, toilets, and tubs (on the upper level). Additionally, updates on the exterior include a new roof, gutters, smart LP siding, deck, garage doors, and lighting.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Two Story
  • Year Built: 1999
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 2,099 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
  • Office Phone: (515) 322-1214
  • Listing Agent: Emina Steward

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: See Remarks
  • Fireplace: Gas, Vented

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5

Exterior Features

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 3 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Garage, Three Car Garage, Tandem

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size: 0.31 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Heading East on 8th Street SW, turn Left onto 5th Avenue SW. At the stop sign, continue South on 5th Avenue SW. The home will be on the Right.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $459,900
  • Price Per SqFt: $219/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $5,580
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Altoona, IA

City

Med. Sold Price

$313.7K

Med. Price/SqFt

$212

Avg. Days On Market

46

# of Sold Homes

20

1542 5th Ave SW vs Altoona

31 DAYS ON ROCKET

-15 Days

$459,900

+$146.1K More

$219/SqFt

+$6 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $146.1K more than the Median Sold Price and $6/SqFt more than other homes in Altoona, IA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • MLS Number: #692176

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Concepts
  • Office Phone: (515) 322-1214
  • Listing Agent: Emina Steward

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Jan 10, 2005Home Sold
$245,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$5,580$292,300
2020$5,580$276,700
2019$5,240$276,700
2018$5,240$255,300
2017$5,284$255,300

History based on county public records data.

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$2,363

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Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$1,445

Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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7
/10

  • Altoona Elementary School

  • 301 6th St SW

  • 0.77 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-6

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6
/10

  • Centennial Elementary School

  • 910 7th Ave SE

  • 0.81 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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5
/10

  • Clay Elementary School

  • 3200 1st Ave S

  • 1.00 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $87,554. Typical income of Altoona, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is married, with kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1542 5th Ave SW

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1542 5th Ave SW property is $459,900.

What type of property is this?

The property 1542 5th Ave SW is a house located in Altoona, Iowa, 50009.

Is this property for sale now?

Sale Pending: 1542 5th Ave SW is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $5,580 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on January 10, 2005 for $245,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1542 5th Ave SW has 5 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1542 5th Ave SW is 2,099 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1542 5th Ave SW is 1999.

Rocket Homes›Iowa›Polk County›Altoona›50009›1542 5th Ave SW

This home is located at 1542 5th Ave SW in Altoona, IA and zip code 50009. This 2,099 square foot home, which was built in 1999, sits on a 0.31 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 29, 2024 and is currently priced at $459,900.

Over 4 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2024 in Altoona, IA. In the same period over 9 listings were sold below the listed price and 7 listings were sold for the listed price. Between February 2024 and March 2024, Altoona, IA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 10.3%. The median list price of listings available in March 2024 was $313,745, while the average time on the real estate market was 46 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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