Be in the heart of all the action. This Beaverdale/Merle Hay area charmer is close to shopping amenities and has easy access to 35/80 making commutes a breeze. The double lot in the back provides a huge yard to play and enjoy nature - the occasional deer likes to visit. Relax and enjoy the view from the spacious deck that was put in last summer and it has just been stained since pictures. The owners have made some nice updates inside including the bathroom. The basement has nearly 600 sq ft of finish per the owner's estimate and has space for a 4th non-conforming bedroom or man cave with new flooring. The main level has 3 bedrooms. The basement will have a new sump system. There is plenty of storage space in the garage and basement. Come live in a great neighborhood at a wonderful price. Make your appointment to see this spectacular property today!
*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
55 ft.
Lot depth
288 ft.
Lot size
0.36 Acres
Year renovated
1949
Sq. Ft.
996
Year built
1939
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
10008962001000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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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
Room Information
Basement Information: Partially Finished
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features
Flooring: Hardwood
Other Features: Dining Area
Exterior
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.364
Lot Size Acres: 0.364
Lot Size Dimensions: 55X288
Zoning: R1-60
Property Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 498
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,508
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: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 996
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.36 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1939
Year Renovated: 1949
County: Polk County
APN: 10008962001000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Moore Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
2/10
Meredith Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
5/10
Hoover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
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, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$237,000 – $286,000
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