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Last sold for $185,000 on Jan 26, 2024

503 1ST AVE S

ALTOONA, IA 50009
2
Beds
1
Baths
832 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$185,000 · Jan 26, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,072 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$196,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$66,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$130,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$174,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$196,200

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
52
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyPolk
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 112 ft²

Transaction History(9)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Centennial ElementaryA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Southeast Polk High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi
M
Southeast Polk Junior HighC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.6 mi

District: Southeast Polk Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50009These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.57
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.12

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,191
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.798 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,697
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,400
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

503 1st Ave S measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Among the smallest homes in Altoona 50009
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Altoona 50009
  • Older than 96% of homes in Altoona 50009

How it measures up in Altoona 50009

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Altoona 50009.

Living area832 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,496 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 503 1st Ave S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAltoona 50009Polk County
Living areabigger than832 ft²almost no homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac88% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than19524% of homes25% of homes

About 503 1st Ave S

When did 503 1st Ave S, Altoona, IA last sell?

503 1st Ave S, Altoona, IA last sold on Jan 26, 2024 for $185,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 503 1st Ave S, Altoona, IA?

503 1st Ave S, Altoona, IA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 832 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 503 1st Ave S, Altoona, IA built?

503 1st Ave S, Altoona, IA was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 503 1st Ave S, Altoona, IA?

503 1st Ave S, Altoona, IA is assigned to Centennial Elementary (elementary), rated A-; Southeast Polk High School (high), rated C-; Southeast Polk Junior High (middle), rated C. All sit in Southeast Polk Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 503 1st Ave S, Altoona, IA compare to other homes in Altoona 50009?

Among the 7,666 homes in Altoona 50009, it is bigger than almost none of them (832 ft² against a typical 1,496 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1952 against a typical 2002). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 503 1st Ave S, Altoona, IA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 503 1st Ave S, Altoona, IA was $3,072. The county assessed it at $196,200.

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