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1538 Cardiff Ct, Altoona, IA 50009 — Sold $275,000 by Rob Brewer
1538 Cardiff Ct, Altoona, IA 50009
Another pre-probate listing closed by Rob Brewer in Polk County, IA. Good work.
1538 Cardiff Ct, Altoona, IA 50009
Final sold price
SOLD$275,000
What sold at 1538 Cardiff Ct, and for how much?
1538 Cardiff Ct, Altoona, IA 50009 sold for $275,000 on August 1, 2025. The listing was handled by Rob Brewer of Keller Williams Realty GDM. The property is a residential, 2 bed, 3 bath, 1,301 sq ft, built in 1997. LeadCruncher tracks it as a pre-probate lead sourced from county death, estate and successor filings in Polk County.
Sale record at a glance
| Address | 1538 Cardiff Ct, Altoona, IA 50009 |
|---|---|
| Sold price | $275,000 |
| Sold date | |
| Property type | Residential |
| Beds / baths | 2 bed · 3 bath |
| Building area | 1,301 sq ft |
| Year built | 1997 |
| County | Polk County, IA |
| Listing agent | Rob Brewer, Keller Williams Realty GDM |
| APN | 171/00511-375-000 |
| MLS # | 715577 |
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Polk County, Iowa from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Recently Sold Pre-Probate Property: 1538 Cardiff Ct, Altoona IA 50009
Property profile
- Address
- 1538 Cardiff Ct
- City / state / ZIP
- Altoona, IA, 50009
- County
- Polk County
- Property type
- Residential
- Land use
- Townhouse (Residential)
- Beds / baths
- 2 bed · 3 bath
- Year built
- 1997
- APN
- 171/00511-375-000
Mailing address
1538 Cardiff Ct, Altoona, IA 50009
Ownership & pre-probate
- Successor owner
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- Current owner
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- Date of passing
- 10/15/2022
- Assessed value
- $275,600
- MLS #
- 715577
Numbers from this sale
A few quick comparisons we run from the recorded numbers so you can see how this sale stacks up.
- Sold price per sq ft$211Calculated from a 1,301 sq ft building and $275,000 sold price.
- Sold vs. assessed value100%Sold price was 100% of the $275,600 county-assessed value.
- Days from passing to sale1,021Time elapsed from the recorded date of passing to the sale closing date.
- Building-to-lot ratio12%Building footprint covers about 12% of the 11,310 sq ft lot.
About this pre-probate sale
Rob Brewer of Keller Williams Realty GDM listed 1538 Cardiff Ct, Altoona IA 50009 for the successors and RE/MAX Results brought the buyer to the table. Pre-probate listings ask for patience, and that's what these two delivered. The home closed at $275,000. Smooth pre-probate closes come from preparation. LeadCruncher gives you the data to be ready for the next family that needs help.
- Rob Brewer, Keller Williams Realty GDM
- RE/MAX Results
Frequently asked about this sale
How much did 1538 Cardiff Ct, Altoona, IA 50009 sell for?
1538 Cardiff Ct, Altoona, IA 50009 sold for $275,000 on 08/01/2025.
When did 1538 Cardiff Ct, Altoona, IA 50009 sell?
The transfer of 1538 Cardiff Ct, Altoona, IA 50009 was recorded on in Polk County, IA.
Who sold 1538 Cardiff Ct, Altoona, IA 50009?
1538 Cardiff Ct, Altoona, IA 50009 was listed by Rob Brewer, Keller Williams Realty GDM.
Who represented the buyer of 1538 Cardiff Ct, Altoona, IA 50009?
The buyer of 1538 Cardiff Ct, Altoona, IA 50009 was represented by RE/MAX Results.
What kind of property is 1538 Cardiff Ct, Altoona, IA 50009?
1538 Cardiff Ct, Altoona, IA 50009 is recorded as Residential. Its land-use classification is Townhouse (Residential). The record lists 2 bed · 3 bath. It was built in 1997.
How can I find more pre-probate leads near Altoona?
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What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Polk County, Iowa from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Public records and inheritance references
These references cover both halves of a pre-probate sale: where the Polk County, Iowa record lives, and what legally has to happen before it can be sold.
- Public Records Online Directory
County-by-county directory of recorder, assessor, and tax collector offices across all 50 states. Useful for pulling the original deed or recorded sale.
- How heirs inherit property — Cornell Law
Overview of probate and how heirs or beneficiaries gain the legal authority to sell inherited real estate — the process behind most pre-probate leads.
- Intestate succession explained — Cornell Law
What happens when an owner dies without a will and property passes to next of kin by law — the most common pre-probate scenario.
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