Altoona Homes under $500,000

Step into a little storybook charm with this delightful Cape Cod-style home! Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, beautiful hardwood floors, and LVP flooring, this home blends timeless character with comfortable everyday living. The basement adds even more versatility with two non-conforming rooms—perfect for a home office, hobby room, workout space, or extra guest space. Outside, the fun continues! The fully fenced backyard is made for making memories, complete with your own basketball court and plenty of room to play, relax, garden, or entertain. A 2-car detached garage provides plenty of space for vehicles, storage, or weekend projects. Charming, functional, and full of possibilities, this is the kind of home where everyday moments can become your favorite memories. New Water Heater 2025, New Dishwasher and Microwave 2026. Come see if this charming Cape Cod is ready to be the next chapter in your story!

2222 Camelot Court, Altoona

$255,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 750495 MLS

Built in 1971, this one-story home sits on a spacious 0.37-acre corner lot with plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. A detached two-car garage provides convenient parking and additional storage, while the single-level layout offers easy everyday living. Inside, a large kitchen offers plenty of room for cooking and gathering, while the finished basement with wood paneling adds flexible space for relaxing or entertaining.

1205 4th Street SW, Altoona

$302,500

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 750093 MLS

Welcome to the Twinhomes of Tuscany where every unit is an END UNIT! The Bradford floor plan is a beautiful townhome featuring three beds, three baths, and two-car garage. On the main floor, you'll find an open-concept kitchen and spacious great room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio space. The primary bedroom and bathroom, as well as an additional bedroom and bath are located on the main level. The lower-level is finished with another great room, bedroom and bathroom. Step outside to explore community walking and biking trails just moments away. Our exceptional quality homes come with a RO drinking water system and a passive radon system that includes testing and if above the EPA 4.0 pCi/L builder installs a fan and retests. Ask about $1,750 in closing costs with our Preferred Lenders. Offer subject to change.

1467 Foxtail Drive SE, Altoona

$307,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 750094 MLS

Welcome to the Twinhomes of Tuscany where every unit is an END UNIT! The Bradford floor plan is a beautiful townhome featuring three beds, three baths, and two-car garage. On the main floor, you'll find an open-concept kitchen and spacious great room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio space. The primary bedroom and bathroom, as well as an additional bedroom and bath are located on the main level. The lower-level is finished with another great room, bedroom and bathroom. Step outside to explore community walking and biking trails just moments away. Our exceptional quality homes come with passive radon system that includes testing and if above the EPA 4.0 pCi/L builder installs a fan and retests. Our homes come standard with an RO drinking water system. Ask about $1,750 in closing costs with our Preferred Lenders. Offer subject to change.

1455 Foxtail Drive SE, Altoona

$320,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 750179 MLS

Welcome home to this well-designed 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with a 2-car garage in a convenient Altoona location! This popular floor plan offers comfortable, functional living with an open layout perfect for everyday life and entertaining. Step outside to a great usable backyard backing to greenspace, offering extra privacy and an open feel. Enjoy nearby access to the walking path, schools, shopping, dining, and other Altoona amenities. The large, open unfinished basement features egress windows and provides plenty of opportunity for future finish, stubbed for bathroom, add additional living space, bedrooms, a home office, or recreation area to fit your needs. Home is smart Safe Haven technology ready. An added bonus: the tax abatement has not been used, giving the next owner the opportunity to take advantage of this valuable benefit. A great home, desirable setting, and room to grow! All information obtained from seller and public record.

1051 35th Street SW, Altoona

$335,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 750385 MLS

Meticulously maintained and beautifully updated, this split-level home offers style, space, and exceptional care throughout. Preinspected and radon tested for the buyer's peace of mind as well. Improvements include a new roof (2026), HVAC (2023), and an updated kitchen featuring quartz countertops, painted cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and 3rd car pad. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the home offers multiple gathering spaces and easy access to an inviting backyard complete with a deck, patio, hot tub, gazebo, and fenced in backyard. Upstairs you'll find three bedrooms and two baths, while the lower level features a fourth bedroom, ¾ bath, and convenient laundry just off the garage. The basement, complete with an egress window, offers even more potential for a fifth bedroom, home office, fitness room, or additional living space. Thoughtfully updated, meticulously cared for, and truly move-in ready! Welcome home!

205 7th Street NW, Altoona

$312,900

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 750371 MLS

A finished basement, dedicated office, and fenced backyard there's so much to appreciate at 2004 Country Cove Lane! Clean, well maintained, and move-in ready, this 3-bedroom, 2½-bath home in Altoona's Country Cove neighborhood is priced at $312,900 and offers comfortable living space on all three levels. The main floor features updated laminate flooring throughout and a gas fireplace that creates a welcoming place to gather. A dedicated office provides space to work from home, while the finished lower level gives you extra room for movie nights, hobbies, or a play area. Upstairs, you'll find all three bedrooms and conveniently located laundry. Step outside to a deck and privacy-fenced yard, complete with a fire pit for evenings spent outdoors. All main- and upper-level windows and the sliding door were replaced in September 2026. Additional updates include a garage door in 2023 and a roof, gutters, and downspouts in 2019. With an attached two-car garage, extra storage, and a location near parks, schools, and shopping, this home brings together space, updates, and everyday convenience at an appealing price.

2004 Country Cove Lane, Altoona

$370,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 750259 MLS

Berkey Homebuilders Inc. welcomes you to this beautiful new ranch townhome that is situated on one of our desirable lots. Thoughtfully designed with comfort, style, and convenience in mind, this home will offer you over 2100 sf of finish, 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, including 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on the main level for easy everyday living. The lower level will be finished with a living area, very spacious bedroom, and full bath. This home will give you the exciting opportunity to personalize several key finishes, including cabinetry, flooring, wall color, countertops, fireplace stone, and even the option to upgrade to composite decking. Large windows fill the home with natural light, creating a warm and inviting feel throughout. Let's not forget about the James Hardie siding, quartz countertops, tiled primary shower, longer driveways and bigger yards than most townhomes in the area. This home is situated within the heart of Altoona, near many retail stores, grocery stores, banks, bike paths, etc. Don't miss your chance to make this home uniquely yours with selections that reflect your personal style. Call us for more details on how we can Make It Home for You!!

2716 3rd Avenue SE, Altoona

$219,900

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 750210 MLS

Opportunity knocks in Altoona! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch sits on a 0.22-acre lot and offers easy one-level living, a nearly NEW ROOF, and a fenced backyard, so the big-ticket items are handled. ALL APPLIANCES INCLUDED! The spacious eat-in kitchen features maple cabinetry with tall pantry storage, a stone-look backsplash, a gas range, and plenty of room for a dining table. Step out back to a large deck with built-in bench seating that overlooks a generous, fully functional backyard. The yard also features an elevated fort with its own railed deck, a backyard hideaway made for imagination in need of a little TLC! The 925 SF poured-foundation basement is a blank canvas that could double your living space with minor repairs, with laundry already in place and room to add a family room, a 4th bedroom, or a second bath and build equity. You also get an attached garage with great storage, a charming front porch, and Esteemed Southeast Polk Schools just up the street from the brand-new middle school. Seller would consider new carpet with an acceptable offer. Bring your vision and a little sweat equity to make it your own in one of Central Iowa's most sought-after communities. You'll be minutes from parks, trails, shopping, dining, Adventureland, Prairie Meadows, and quick access to I-80. Cash, Conventional, and FHA welcome. Don't wait on this one!

603 6th Street Place SE, Altoona

$385,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 750197 MLS

This beautifully maintained Altoona home offering nearly 2,900 sq. ft. of finished living space and a layout made for entertaining! The open main level features a spacious living room with gas fireplace and a kitchen with abundant cabinetry, generous counter space, breakfast bar seating and newer appliances. The dining area opens to a covered deck overlooking the large fenced backyard, concrete patio and beautiful Koi pond—creating a fantastic outdoor retreat. The spacious primary suite features tray ceilings, a walk-in closet and private bath with dual raised vanities, jetted tub and separate shower. Head downstairs and you'll find even more room to gather! The finished lower level features a huge family room with fireplace, wet bar with bar seating, 3rd bedroom and additional bath. 3 car garage finishes this perfect property! Recent improvements include new LVP flooring (2026), kitchen appliances (2024), water heater (2024), Koi pond (2024), concrete patio (2023) and storage shed (2023). Located in a desirable Altoona neighborhood close to parks, trails, schools, shopping, restaurants, the library, Altoona Aquatics Park and Adventureland. This home offers the space, updates and outdoor setting you've been looking for!

210 21st Street SW, Altoona

$407,220

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 750074 MLS

Step inside this beautifully designed 2,262 square foot single-story home and experience a blend of style and functionality that’s hard to find. The open-concept layout welcomes you with 9-foot ceilings, luxury vinyl plank flooring and professionally curated color packages throughout the foyer, kitchen, great room and dining areas. The kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring a spacious island, white 42-inch cabinets with crown molding, quartz countertops and LG® stainless steel appliances—including a gas range and side-by-side fridge with ice dispenser. The owner’s suite offers a private retreat with a walk-in closet and a spa-inspired bathroom, complete with a tile shower and glass door. Two additional bedrooms are thoughtfully positioned off the foyer for added privacy. Enjoy the convenience of a fully drywalled three-car garage with opener, LED lighting in every room and energy-efficient vinyl clad low-E windows. Enjoy a finished basement—complete with a recreation space and additional bedroom. Homes with this level of design and comfort are in high demand—don’t miss your chance to make it yours! Prices, dimensions and features may vary and are subject to change. Photos are for illustrative purposes only.

2813 10th Avenue SE, Altoona

$429,990

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 750073 MLS

Step inside this beautifully designed 2,262 square foot single-story home and experience a blend of style and functionality that’s hard to find. The open-concept layout welcomes you with 9-foot ceilings, luxury vinyl plank flooring and professionally curated color packages throughout the foyer, kitchen, great room and dining areas. The kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring a spacious island, white 42-inch cabinets with crown molding, quartz countertops and LG® stainless steel appliances—including a gas range and side-by-side fridge with ice dispenser. The owner’s suite offers a private retreat with a walk-in closet and a spa-inspired bathroom, complete with a tile shower and glass door. Two additional bedrooms are thoughtfully positioned off the foyer for added privacy. Enjoy the convenience of a fully drywalled three-car garage with opener, LED lighting in every room and energy-efficient vinyl clad low-E windows. Enjoy a finished basement—complete with a recreation space and additional bedroom. Homes with this level of design and comfort are in high demand—don’t miss your chance to make it yours! Prices, dimensions and features may vary and are subject to change. Photos are for illustrative purposes only.

2805 10th Avenue SE, Altoona

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