Welcome to beautiful Diamondhead Lake where lake life, comfort, and community come together! This walkout ranch offers everything you need for year-round living or the perfect weekend retreat.
Enjoy stunning sunsets from the spacious three-season porch, located just off the large living room on the main floor. The updated kitchen features new granite countertops, custom cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances including the refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, and microwave. A formal dining area with large windows provides the perfect spot to enjoy lake views with every meal.
The main level includes 3 bedrooms and a full bathroom, while the finished lower level offers a family room, 4th bedroom or office, 2nd full bathroom, and a laundry room. The former tuck-under two-car garage has been converted into a versatile workshop or storage space.
Want even more room? One adjoining outlot is available for purchase:
8332 Quince: Located directly behind the home ideal for expanding your yard and includes a shed. Build an outbuilding or garage or BOTH here!
As a resident of Diamondhead Lake, you'll have access to 2 playgrounds, a dog park, disc golf courses, beach volleyball, live summer music, a community 5K, fireworks, and more!
And just minutes away, the charming town of Dexter is home to The Rusty Duck, winner of Iowa's best burger, and Drew's Quality Chocolates. Schedule your private showing today!
For sale
Price cut: $5K (7/10)
$284,900
8423 Meadow Wood Dr, Dexter, IA 50070
4beds
2,328sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1968
8,276.4 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$122/sqft
$110/mo HOA
What's special
Formal dining areaFinished lower levelLarge windowsUpdated kitchenNew granite countertopsSpacious three-season porchStainless steel appliances
- 70 days
- on Zillow |
- 721 |
- 37 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 31, 2025 at 10:13am
Listed by:
Ryan Rivera (515)554-5870,
Zealty Home Advisors
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 719599
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Basement: Egress Windows,Finished,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,328
- Total interior livable area: 2,328 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 800
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Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Deck, Enclosed Porch
Lot
- Size: 8,276.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 60 x 138
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 0001461200
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1968
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Community/Coop Sewer
- Water: Rural
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Playground, See Remarks
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Snow Removal, See Remarks
- HOA fee: $1,320 annually
- HOA name: Diamond Lake Hoa
- Second HOA name: Bob Schemmel
- Second HOA phone: 515-371-0971
Location
- Region: Dexter
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $122/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $106,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,152
- Date on market: 6/5/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
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