Imagine waking up to birdsong and the rustle of trees. Tucked into 10 peaceful acres outside Melcher-Dallas, this well-maintained 4-bed, 2-bath home gives you space to breathe and live in rhythm with nature. Inside, the open kitchen, living, and dining areas feature hardwood floors and a cozy wood-burning fireplace, perfectly placed between two sliding doors that open to a large, west-facing deck—ideal for stunning sunsets.
The layout is smart and flexible, with two bedrooms and a full bath upstairs, plus two more bedrooms and a second bath in the walkout lower level.
A heated 40x60 shop is a major bonus, featuring nearly 800 sq ft of open workspace beyond vehicle storage. Two 10x16 remote-controlled overhead doors allow easy access, and the extra-wide design fits up to four pickup trucks side-by-side with room to spare for projects and tools.
Connected to the shop, a 1-bed, 1-bath guest quarters offers options for multi-generational living, rental income, or visitors.
Outside, you'll find a unique smokehouse, fruit trees, and a 1.5-mile private trail winding through timber full of native Iowa wildlife. A brand-new septic system will be installed, and a home warranty is included for peace of mind.
With 7.6 acres enrolled in the Forest Reserve Program, you'll enjoy preserved land and lower property taxes.
A peaceful acreage retreat where you can live off the land and leave the noise behind—opportunities like this are few and far between!
Sold for $500,000 on 06/20/25
$500,000
1778 40th Pl, Melcher Dallas, IA 50062
4beds
988sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2001
10 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$506/sqft
$1,556 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 24, 2025 at 06:29am
Listed by:
Presley Sparks (515)453-6600,
Iowa Realty Indianola
Bought with:
Presley Sparks
Iowa Realty Indianola
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 716729
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area, Fireplace, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Fireplace Screen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 988
- Total interior livable area: 988 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 874
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Fire Pit, Patio
Lot
- Size: 10 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 000000360400500
- Zoning: Ag
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 2001
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Rural
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Melcher Dallas
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Gravel
Services availability

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