1.5 story estate custom-built in Des Moines Metro. With 11,000 square feet (8650 finished), this home includes 8 beds, 6 baths—all crafted with exquisite finishes and quality materials. With a 4 stall garage and an amazing 3 acre lot, this home would easily be north of $3-4 million to build today. Despite its size, its eco-friendly geothermal HVAC systems, air-tight walls and pond-pump irrigation system result in incredibly low utility costs. It was recently remodeled by local, well-known designer, giving you a practically new home! The remodel includes: updated, trend-facing flooring (Italian tile and wide plank white oak), beautiful light fixtures, and a complete kitchen and master suite remodel. The home includes 10’ ceilings throughout with 8’ solid core cherry custom doors. The front entry and great room have 21’ ceilings and a current stone fireplace. Your family will love the unparalleled game room, naturally-lit exercise room, the billiards room with a wet bar, as well as the theater room featuring an 11’ screen and custom coffered ceilings. The back of the home includes oversized Anderson windows with views of the private pond, fruit orchard, and wooded equestrian park. Some other features include 3 fireplaces, a fully-stocked fishing pond, basketball and pickleball sport court, and beautiful lawn. This 3.1 acre parcel is located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac north of Grimes (Johnston schools). This is an incredible deal for the size and value of this home today.
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Architectural Style: One and One Half Story, Ranch
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Beaver Creek Elementary School
8701 Lyndhurst Dr
Distance between this listing and this school3.90 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Middle School
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Summit Middle School
9500 Windsor Pkwy
Distance between this listing and this school4.17 miles
Public District Grades 6-7
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Johnston Middle School
6207 NW 62nd Ave
Distance between this listing and this school5.66 miles
Public District Grades 8-9
High School
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Johnston Senior High School
6501 NW 62nd Ave
Distance between this listing and this school5.49 miles
Public District Grades 10-12
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Beaver Creek Elementary School
8701 Lyndhurst Dr
Distance between this listing and this school3.90 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
8
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North Ridge Elementary School
400 NW 27th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.46 miles
Public District Grades 3-4
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South Prairie Elementary School
500 S James St
Distance between this listing and this school2.17 miles
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Summit Middle School
9500 Windsor Pkwy
Distance between this listing and this school4.17 miles
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Johnston Middle School
6207 NW 62nd Ave
Distance between this listing and this school5.66 miles
Public District Grades 8-9
Nearby Schools
4
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Dc-G Meadows
2555 W 1st St
Distance between this listing and this school2.26 miles
Public District Grades 8-9
Assigned Schools
5
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Johnston Senior High School
6501 NW 62nd Ave
Distance between this listing and this school5.49 miles
Public District Grades 10-12
Nearby Schools
7
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Dallas Center-Grimes High School
2555 W 1st St
Distance between this listing and this school2.26 miles
Public District Grades 10-12
5
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Urbandale High School
7111 Aurora Ave
Distance between this listing and this school6.82 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $83,203. The majority of Grimes, IA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is married, with kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 12903 NW 85th Ave
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 12903 NW 85th Ave property is $1,775,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 12903 NW 85th Ave is land located in Grimes, Iowa, 50111.
Is this property for sale now?
Sale Pending: 12903 NW 85th Ave is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 12903 NW 85th Ave are: Beaver Creek Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10Summit Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10Johnston Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10Johnston Senior High School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $19,902 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on October 10, 2013 for $251,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
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This home is located at 12903 NW 85th Ave in Grimes, IA and zip code 50111. This 5,999 square foot home, which was built in 2007, sits on a 3.06 acre lot. Features: 8 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 10, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,775,000.
In March 2024 more than 3 listings in Grimes, IA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 7 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 10 were sold below. Between February 2024 and March 2024, Grimes, IA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 4.5%. While the average time on the market in March 2024 was 51 days, the median list price was $341,000.
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