$454,900

1618 5th Avenue SW, Altoona, IA 50009

5 beds |
4 baths |
2,030 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 2000
0.26acre lot
3 car garage
$224/sqft
Listed 8 days ago

Property Description

Welcome to this beautifully updated two-story home in desirable Venbury! Offering 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and over 2,750 finished square feet (2,030 above grade plus 720 finished in the basement), this home delivers space, style, and peace of mind with major updates throughout. The main level features updated LVP flooring, fresh paint, and abundant natural light. The remodeled kitchen includes modern cabinetry, updated countertops, stainless steel appliances, and flows seamlessly into the dining and living areas—perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The cozy living room with custom built-ins and fireplace creates a welcoming gathering space. A versatile main-level bonus room offers the flexibility for formal dining, an office, or playroom. Upstairs you’ll find four spacious bedrooms, including a primary suite with vaulted ceilings, walk-in closet, and private bath. The finished lower level adds a fifth bedroom, ¾ bath, and large family room—ideal for guests or additional living space. Enjoy the large back deck overlooking the fully fenced backyard—perfect for grilling, relaxing, and entertaining. The heated 3-car garage adds year-round comfort and convenience. Major updates include carpet, paint, kitchen remodel, furnace, A/C, water heater, roof, windows, LVP flooring, and exterior doors. Located just minutes from schools, parks, restaurants, and the Outlets of Des Moines, this move-in ready home is a must-see!

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: March 3, 2026
Data Last Updated:: March 11, 2026 at 4:19PM
Listing Office:: Pennie Carroll & Associates : (515) 490-8025
Listing Agent:: Pennie Carroll : (515) 490-8025
MLS ID:: 735368

General: Dining AreaSeparate/Formal Dining Room
Appliances: DryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher
Laundry: Upper Level
Basement: FinishedPartially Finished
Flooring: CarpetVinyl
A/C: Central Air
Heating: Forced AirGasNatural Gas
Fireplace: GasVentedFireplaceFireplaces: 1

General: DeckFully FencedSprinkler/IrrigationStorageStorage
Style: Two Story
Other Structures: StorageDeck
Parking: AttachedGarageThree Car Garage

Roofing: AsphaltShingle
General: Vinyl Siding2Poured

Road/Access: Concrete
Originating MLS: DMAAR_DM
School District: Southeast Polk
County: Polk

Zoning: RLT 17 VENBURY PLAT 817100511379217
Fencing: MetalFull

Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: DMAAR_DM

This listing courtesy of Pennie Carroll , Pennie Carroll & Associates

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Location

Schools Nearby

Altoona Elementary

301 6th St SW, Altoona, IA, 50009

Grades PK-5

0.85 miles away

Southeast Polk Junior High

8325 NE University Ave, Pleasant Hill, IA, 50327

Grades 7-8

3.10 miles away

Southeast Polk High School

7945 NE University Ave, Pleasant Hill, IA, 50327

Grades 9-12

2.94 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.