2420 3rd Ave SE, Altoona, IA, 50009
About This Home
Welcome to easy, low-maintenance living in this beautifully maintained townhome located in a desirable 55+ community. This inviting home features an attached garage for convenience and a covered back deck—perfect for relaxing with your morning coffee or enjoying peaceful evenings outdoors. Inside, you’ll find a comfortable and functional layout designed for everyday living, with plenty of natural light and cozy charm throughout. Whether you're looking to downsize or enjoy a quieter lifestyle, this home offers comfort, and convenience. UPSTAIRS: 2 bedrooms and 2 baths - master bath has walk-in shower. •First floor laundry •pantry BASEMENT: Finished with living room, 2 bedrooms and full bath. •lots of storage in basement Come see all this lovely home has to offer! Willing to work with a buyers agent. **Not wanting to list with a realtor at this time.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2016
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: masonry
Type & Style
- Home type: Townhouse
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Garbage disposal,Microwave,Range / Oven,Refrigerator,Washer
Basement
- Basement: Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Features
- Flooring: Other
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced air,Electric,Gas
- Cooling features: Central
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 1,215 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 17100380500003
Features
- Exterior features: Other,Brick
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Lot size: 5,924 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Ice Storm
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Iowa Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,744 | $20,928 |
| Home Insurance * | $162 | $1,944 |
| Property Taxes | $406 | $4,872 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $2,433 | $29,196 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-03 | Listed for sale | $345,000 |
| 2017-11-13 | Sold | $255,000 |
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