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  • $1,224,900

    1271 Old Portland Rd, Van Meter, IA 50261

    5beds
    2,343sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2006
    17.68 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $523/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Stocked pondBreathtaking views
    Amazing acreage nestled in the rolling hills of Madison County, in the award winning Van Meter school district. This meticulously cared for modern home sits on nearly 18 acres and includes a stocked pond, 2 patios, wildlife, and breathtaking views from every part of this home. The main level of the home features a beautiful kitchen with center island, walk in hidden pantry, soft close cabinets, double fridge and wall oven. In addition there is a sitting area and family room that share a 2 sided f/p, a/v closet and huge picture windows. The master suite with private deck and private bath and laundry round out the main level. The finished w/o lower level offers in-floor heating, 4 additional bdrms, 2 bths, family room, storm shelter/wine cellar. Other features include energy efficient geothermal heating and cooling, and a 40x60 outbuilding for storage of all your equipment and toys. All information obtained from Seller and public records.
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    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: December 19, 2025 at 07:28am

    Listed by:

    Andy Wallace 515-223-9492,

    RE/MAX Precision

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 714976MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Geothermal, Propane
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen
    • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
    • Basement: Finished
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,343
    • Total interior livable area: 2,343 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 2,000

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Detached, Garage, Three Car Garage
    • Garage spaces: 3
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Open, Patio
    • Exterior features: Deck, Patio
    Lot
    • Size: 17.68 Acres
    • Features: Pond on Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 121021780011000
    • Zoning: A

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Foundation: Poured
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 2006

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Rural

    Community & HOA

    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Van Meter

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $523/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $618,300
    • Annual tax amount: $8,641
    • Date on market: 4/4/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 277 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Road surface type: Gravel

    Estimated market value

    Not available

    Estimated sales range

    Not available

    Not available

    Price history

    Price history
    DateEventPrice
    9/2/2025Price change$1,224,900-2%$523/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #714976 Report a problem
    4/4/2025Listed for sale$1,249,900+2%$533/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #714976 Report a problem
    9/30/2024Listing removed$1,225,000$523/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #697580 Report a problem
    8/13/2024Price change$1,225,000-5.8%$523/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #697580 Report a problem
    6/19/2024Listed for sale$1,300,000+312.7%$555/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #697580 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    Public tax history
    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024-- --
    2023$8,080 +5.8%$618,300 +28.8%
    2022$7,638 -8.7%$479,900

    Find assessor info on the county website

    BuyAbility℠ payment

    Est. payment
    $6,761/mo
    Principal & interest
    $4750
    Property taxes
    $1582
    Home insurance
    $429

      Climate risks

      Neighborhood: 50261

      Nearby schools

      GreatSchools rating
      Schools provided by the listing agent
      • District: Van Meter

      Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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