This one checks all the boxes and at a very affordable price. On the main level you'll find 3 bedrooms with a full bathroom. The basement is partially finished and offers a bonus 3/4 bath. All appliances are included and quick occupancy is possible. Located just north of Franklin Ave and walking distance to shopping, schools, and parks.
If you are looking for a well maintained home, for someone that wants to downsize , a single person, or a couple, then you need to take a look at this property. The exterior has new siding on the house and garage in 2018, new driveway, front & side stoop, new outside lighting in 2019. The back yard is partially fenced and extensive landscaping has been done around the property and in the backyard. The interior was freshly painted and carpets cleaned within the past week. Stove, microwave, hood vent, refrigerator, washer, dryer, small freezer & de-humidifier are included. Underneath all of the carpets is hardwood flooring if that is what your preference might be. The lower level has a nice size laundry room, recreation room, bathroom & storage area. The 1 1/2 garage is extra deep allowing room for storage.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,674 (+2.2%)
$40,200 + $171,600
$211,800
2024
$3,594 (+1.5%)
$36,100 + $157,100
$193,200
2023
$3,540 (−4.9%)
$36,100 + $157,100
$193,200
2022
$3,722 (+12.2%)
$30,800 + $128,300
$159,100
2021
$3,316 (−3.6%)
$30,800 + $128,300
$159,100
2020
$3,440 (+5.4%)
$30,800 + $128,300
$159,100
2019
$3,264 (+1.2%)
$27,200 + $114,300
$141,500
2018
$3,226 (+7.0%)
$27,200 + $114,300
$141,500
2017
$3,016 (+7.3%)
$24,500 + $105,500
$130,000
2016
$2,812 (+7.1%)
$22,200 + $97,800
$120,000
2013
$2,626
$20,900 + $93,600
$114,500
Tax history for 1918 50th St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,674 (+2.2%)
$40,200 + $171,600
$211,800
2024
$3,594 (+1.5%)
$36,100 + $157,100
$193,200
2023
$3,540 (−4.9%)
$36,100 + $157,100
$193,200
2022
$3,722 (+12.2%)
$30,800 + $128,300
$159,100
2021
$3,316 (−3.6%)
$30,800 + $128,300
$159,100
2020
$3,440 (+5.4%)
$30,800 + $128,300
$159,100
2019
$3,264 (+1.2%)
$27,200 + $114,300
$141,500
2018
$3,226 (+7.0%)
$27,200 + $114,300
$141,500
2017
$3,016 (+7.3%)
$24,500 + $105,500
$130,000
2016
$2,812 (+7.1%)
$22,200 + $97,800
$120,000
2013
$2,626
$20,900 + $93,600
$114,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
53 ft.
Lot depth
98 ft.
Lot size
5,194 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
899
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10008181000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
N3B
Neighborhood District
N3b is intended to preserve the scale and character of residential neighborhoods developed predominantly during the 1950s through 1970s typically in the ranch, split-level, or cottage style pursuant to House B building type in section 135-2.14 of this code and House C in section 135- 2.15 of this code.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking
Features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Information: Finished
Equipment
Appliances: Refrigerator, Stove
Exterior
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.119
Lot Size Acres: 0.119
Lot Size Dimensions: 53X98
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: N3B
Property Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 650
Foundation Details: Block
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $3,531
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Gas
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 899
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,194 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 10008181000000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Hillis Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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Merrill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
7/10
Roosevelt High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
5/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$221,000 – $268,000
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