Here is a great opportunity to own 3.5 acres m/l near Van Meter, Iowa! Acreage is located just 5 minutes south of Van Meter and 15 minutes from the Des Moines Metro – offering easy access to amenities like Jordan Creek Mall, restaurants, movie theater, entertainment venues and residing in the highly sought-after Van Meter Community School District. The large, two-story home is being sold "as is" but has immense potential, awaiting your personal touch. Home has classic elements and so much space with 3,020-sq ft. Home was built in 1860. This is an ideal property for those with a passion for preserving heritage homes. Other features include a new roof in 2020, 4 bedrooms on second floor -one bedroom on main floor. Formal dining room, 2 stairways, wood floors. Van Meter properties such as this are highly coveted and rarely trade hands on the open market. This property includes three outbuildings, with plenty of room on the 3.5 acres for much more. For the gardener, this is an ideal property for large gardens. Badger Creek State Park lies less than two miles east of the property where you can access 700 acres of public hunting land and a 276-acre lake that permits “no-wake” boating and fishing. The total 13.5 acres m/l are available for sale if more land is wanted. For more information, contact listing agent. Don’t miss the opportunity to acquire a picturesque piece of Madison County, Iowa!
Van Meter Jr-Sr High School, Public District Grades 6-12
Van Meter Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-5
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Directions: From Van Meter go south on Wilson St. and make a right/turn west onto Main St. Continue to Hazel St. in 0.2 miles. Then, in half a mile continue onto R Ave and continue south for 1.5 miles. In 1 mile, R Ave will turn into Prairieview Ave, and the home will be on the right of the road. From I 35-take the Grand Ave exit going west. Turn south at the first stop light on to Racoon River Dr. Turn south on R Ave. R Ave will turn into Prairieview Ave. Home will be on the west.
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Price Summary:
List Price: $299,000
Price Per SqFt: $99/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $2,920
Tax Year: 2021
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Van Meter Elementary School
520 1st Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.89 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
High School
8
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Van Meter Jr-Sr High School
520 1st Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.89 miles
Public District Grades 6-12
Assigned Schools
7
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Van Meter Elementary School
520 1st Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.89 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
6
/10
Desoto Intermediate School
317 W Spruce St
Distance between this listing and this school4.35 miles
Public District Grades 3-5
6
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Woodland Hills
1120 S 95th St
Distance between this listing and this school7.31 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Nearby Schools
5
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Waukee South Middle School
2350 SE La Grant Pkwy
Distance between this listing and this school8.36 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
3
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Earlham Middle School
535 N Chestnut Ave
Distance between this listing and this school8.74 miles
Public District Grades 7-8
9
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Adm Middle School
801 Nile Kinnick Dr S
Distance between this listing and this school9.03 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Assigned Schools
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Van Meter Jr-Sr High School
520 1st Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.89 miles
Public District Grades 6-12
Nearby Schools
6
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Earlham Senior High School
535 N Chestnut Ave
Distance between this listing and this school8.74 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
9
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Adm Senior High School
801 Nile Kinnick Dr S
Distance between this listing and this school9.03 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $85,737. Typical income of Van Meter, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 1115 Prairieview Ave
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 1115 Prairieview Ave property is $299,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 1115 Prairieview Ave is land located in Van Meter, Iowa, 50261.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 1115 Prairieview Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 1115 Prairieview Ave are: Van Meter Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10Van Meter Jr-Sr High School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $2,920 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
How much acreage is this property?
The property 1115 Prairieview Ave is 3.50 acres.
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This home is located at 1115 Prairieview Ave in Van Meter, IA and zip code 50261. This 3,020 square foot home, which was built in 1860, sits on a 3.50 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 03, 2024 and is currently priced at $299,000.
While more than 1 listings in Van Meter, IA in April 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 2 listings sold at asking price, and more than 1 were sold below. The number of listings in Van Meter, IA increased by 41.2% between March 2024 and April 2024. The median list price of listings available in April 2024 was $304,900, while the average time on the real estate market was 31 days.
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