Discover spacious country living with everything Ankeny has to offer. This beautifully landscaped half-acre
property offers picturesque views from every window. Watch butterflies attracted to the
perennial garden designed for them. The expansive outdoor stone patio, with partial
cover, accommodates several distinct entertainment areas. Within this lovely ranch
home, you will find three spacious bedrooms and 2 full baths on the main floor, a 3-
season sunroom, and a large kitchen equipped with generous counter space, ample
cabinet storage, and a triple pantry featuring pull-out shelves. All kitchen appliances are
of high quality. The lower level offers 2 additional bedrooms and 1 full bath.
Basement is ideal for entertaining with a gas fireplace and a dry bar with mini fridge.
The insulated, heated garage features new epoxy flooring and freshly painted interior. It
offers a true 3.5 stall capacity, with the third stall extended to accommodate a boat,
trailer, extra storage, or outdoor equipment. Conveniently located near Des Moines and
Saylorville outdoor recreational areas. This special property is well-maintained and well-
priced to sell. Quick Possession is a plus. Do not miss this opportunity. Call agent for
details on increased septic capacity.
For sale
Price cut: $5.5K (7/22)
$499,500
451 NW 70th Pl, Ankeny, IA 50023
5beds
1,772sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2000
0.57 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$282/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gas fireplaceExpansive outdoor stone patioLarge kitchenGenerous counter space
- 41 days
- on Zillow |
- 1,550 |
- 51 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 25, 2025 at 12:55pm
Listed by:
Marie Kline (303)478-0806,
LPT Realty, LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 716720
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Central Vacuum, Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Fireplace, Cable TV, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Daylight,Egress Windows,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,772
- Total interior livable area: 1,772 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,194
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Three Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered, Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Storage
Lot
- Size: 0.57 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 18000957826000
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Cement Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2000
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System, Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ankeny
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $282/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $452,300
- Annual tax amount: $6,681
- Date on market: 4/25/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
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