Check out this charming "Beaverdale" brick east of the river! Step inside to this well cared for home with many years of memories. The glass hardware door knobs & archways add to the character of the 1950's home. Main level offers large living room w/ huge picture window for views of the quaint street. Formal dining room is near the galley kitchen with all appliances included. Two first floor bedrooms are near the bathroom. Stairs lead up to finished attic for use as 3rd bedroom or office/play room. Lower level has potential for future finish. Laundry room, bathroom & storage complete the basement. Large two car garage has room for the outside tools and toys. This home has newer windows and many upgrades. Nestled on a shaded corner lot, it has been the envy of many. Location is near school, park, golf course and an easy commute via I-80/I-235. Make this your next Home Sweet Home! Adorable and Affordable!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,560 (+2.2%)
$33,800 + $170,400
$204,200
2024
$3,484 (+7.3%)
$30,500 + $157,100
$187,600
2023
$3,246 (+0.8%)
$30,500 + $157,100
$187,600
2022
$3,220 (+2.5%)
$25,000 + $121,600
$146,600
2021
$3,142 (−3.6%)
$25,000 + $121,600
$146,600
2020
$3,258 (+1.4%)
$25,000 + $121,600
$146,600
2019
$3,214 (+1.2%)
$22,900 + $111,600
$134,500
2018
$3,176 (−2.4%)
$22,900 + $111,600
$134,500
2017
$3,254 (+3.8%)
$21,300 + $106,800
$128,100
2016
$3,136 (+15.8%)
$19,700 + $100,600
$120,300
2013
$2,708
$17,900 + $100,100
$118,000
Tax history for 2803 John Patterson Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,560 (+2.2%)
$33,800 + $170,400
$204,200
2024
$3,484 (+7.3%)
$30,500 + $157,100
$187,600
2023
$3,246 (+0.8%)
$30,500 + $157,100
$187,600
2022
$3,220 (+2.5%)
$25,000 + $121,600
$146,600
2021
$3,142 (−3.6%)
$25,000 + $121,600
$146,600
2020
$3,258 (+1.4%)
$25,000 + $121,600
$146,600
2019
$3,214 (+1.2%)
$22,900 + $111,600
$134,500
2018
$3,176 (−2.4%)
$22,900 + $111,600
$134,500
2017
$3,254 (+3.8%)
$21,300 + $106,800
$128,100
2016
$3,136 (+15.8%)
$19,700 + $100,600
$120,300
2013
$2,708
$17,900 + $100,100
$118,000
*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
75 ft.
Lot depth
135 ft.
Lot size
10,080 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,307
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
06000816000000
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: 2
Parking
Features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Information: Unfinished
Interior Features
Other Features: Separate/Formal Dining Room
Exterior
Building Information
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Brick
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.231
Lot Size Acres: 0.231
Lot Size Dimensions: 75X135
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Zoning: R
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $3,170
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Gas, Natural Gas
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,307
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,080 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 06000816000000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Stowe Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
3/10
Goodrell Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
2/10
East High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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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
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$231,000 – $279,000
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