This Beaverdale bungalow has been well-cared for with recent improvements like: refinished original hardwood floors; new windows & refinished window casings; new carpet; completely refinished upper bedroom w/ new drywall, wiring, insulation, newly added attic access & ridgevent for ventilation; & an electric a/c unit that keeps temps perfect year-round! The railing at the top of the stairway is removable, so you can easily move furniture in/out. The foundation has an existing French drain around the exterior & a sump pump/partial tiling system around the interior. This basement didn’t have water in 2018 (per seller)! Garage improvements include separate 240v service, insulation, a/c installation & workbench is negotiable. Other exterior updates include fire pit & new water main valve installed at the street.
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
7,000 sq ftLot Size
$195Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Sara Elmer• Iowa Realty Altoona
Bought with Natalie St. John• Century 21 Signature
There is much more room than you'd expect in this charmer! Wonderful neighborhood location close to everything. Front enclosed porch area ideal for enjoy that morning sun. Large family room to accommodate all your furniture combinations. The adjacent dining area is open to the kitchen with breakfast bar space and includes all the appliances. The homes main level 2 bedrooms are separated with the full bath. The upstairs bedroom is large enough it could serve dual purpose with an office space. The lower level is perfect for storage or future finish. The freshly stained deck is ideal for afternoon activities yet still private enough for quiet relaxation. The detached 2 car garage gives you plenty of room for vehicles or toys. Numerous updates include hot water heater, new electrical panel, new plumbing & water lines, guttering with screening plus more… Move right in and customize to be your home.
Public Records
Mar 16, 2006
Sold
$128,500
$107/sq ft
DMMLS #271221
Nov 10, 2005
Listed
$129,900
$108/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,120 (+7.4%)
$45,600 + $165,900
$211,500
2025
$3,836 (+2.0%)
$45,600 + $165,900
$211,500
2024
$3,760 (+1.6%)
$41,000 + $150,100
$191,100
2023
$3,702 (+9.4%)
$41,000 + $150,100
$191,100
2022
$3,384 (+3.4%)
$36,200 + $120,900
$157,100
2021
$3,274 (−3.5%)
$36,200 + $120,900
$157,100
2020
$3,394 (+8.6%)
$36,200 + $120,900
$157,100
2019
$3,126 (+1.2%)
$33,100 + $110,000
$143,100
2018
$3,088 (+12.9%)
$33,100 + $110,000
$143,100
2017
$2,736 (+7.1%)
$29,500 + $98,600
$128,100
2016
$2,554 (+7.0%)
$25,800 + $87,100
$112,900
2013
$2,386
$23,900 + $80,900
$104,800
Tax history for 2508 38th St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,120 (+7.4%)
$45,600 + $165,900
$211,500
2025
$3,836 (+2.0%)
$45,600 + $165,900
$211,500
2024
$3,760 (+1.6%)
$41,000 + $150,100
$191,100
2023
$3,702 (+9.4%)
$41,000 + $150,100
$191,100
2022
$3,384 (+3.4%)
$36,200 + $120,900
$157,100
2021
$3,274 (−3.5%)
$36,200 + $120,900
$157,100
2020
$3,394 (+8.6%)
$36,200 + $120,900
$157,100
2019
$3,126 (+1.2%)
$33,100 + $110,000
$143,100
2018
$3,088 (+12.9%)
$33,100 + $110,000
$143,100
2017
$2,736 (+7.1%)
$29,500 + $98,600
$128,100
2016
$2,554 (+7.0%)
$25,800 + $87,100
$112,900
2013
$2,386
$23,900 + $80,900
$104,800
*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
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
7,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,205
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10001912000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.
N4
Neighborhood District
N4 is intended to preserve the scale and character of residential neighborhoods developed predominantly with a mix of cottages, constructed mainly of masonry or stone pursuant to House C building type in section 135-2.15 of this code.