Discover your dream horse property on 15 scenic acres, just 25 minutes from Jordan Creek Mall and West Des Moines! This beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bath farmhouse combines classic country charm with modern updates, including an updated kitchen with soft-close drawers, updated bathrooms, new roof (2023), new windows (2024-2025), and a new water softener (2025). Enjoy breathtaking Iowa sunsets from the welcoming covered front porch overlooking the peaceful countryside. Perfectly equipped for horses and hobby farming, this turn-key equestrian property features 4 fully fenced pastures, quality pipe fencing, multiple gates, and 4+ outbuildings, including horse barns, livestock buildings, equipment storage, and a large 4-car garage with plenty of room for horse trailers, RVs, tractors, boats, and toys. A climate-controlled dog house with attached outdoor kennel provides a comfortable, secure space for your four-legged companions year-round. Mature shade trees, rolling pasture views, and open acreage create the perfect setting for horses, livestock, gardening, recreation, or simply enjoying country living. If you've been searching for an equestrian estate, horse farm, hobby farm, country home with acreage, fenced pasture, barn property, or rural retreat near Des Moines, this exceptional property is move-in ready and offers the lifestyle you've been dreaming of.
Updated 3-bedroom ranch sitting on 5.5 acres just outside of St. Charles on pavement! This beautifully updated property features a remodeled kitchen with new appliances, along with new flooring, windows, electrical, and many other improvements throughout. Enjoy peaceful country living with your own pond, a large fenced-in yard, and a shop for additional storage or workspace. The covered patio walks out to a concrete patio complete with a firepit, creating the perfect space for relaxing or entertaining. Acreage, extensive updates, a pond, and hard-surface road access make this a rare opportunity!
Step back in time while enjoying the comforts of today with this beautifully restored 1920s farmhouse nestled on an incredible 129 acres of rolling countryside. Lovingly cared for and extensively remodeled over the years, this remarkable property blends timeless character with thoughtful updates, creating a warm and inviting place to call home. The spacious 2,200-square-foot home offers 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and comfortable living spaces filled with charm. A stunning four-season sunroom spans the back of the home, providing the perfect place to enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding valleys, spectacular sunsets, and abundant wildlife in every season. The land offers endless opportunities for farming, recreation, hunting, or simply enjoying the peaceful rural lifestyle. Situated on a hard-surfaced road in a desirable location, the property combines privacy with convenient access. The outbuildings are equally impressive, featuring two well-maintained historic barns built in 1916 that showcase the craftsmanship of a bygone era, along with a newer machine shed built in 1979 that provides ample storage and workspace. Whether you're looking for a working farm, a private recreational retreat, or a picturesque country estate, this one-of-a-kind property offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Iowa's beautiful landscape. Properties of this caliber, with breathtaking views, extensive landscaping/gardens/wildflower field, and 129 acres of prime land, seldom come to market.
Private wooded acreage on a paved road. This 4 bedroom, 1 bath ranch sits on 5 acres of timber and offers 1,248 sq ft of living space, hardwood floors, an attached tuck-under garage, full basement and a 16x42 barn. Inside, the home features a functional layout with generous natural light, spacious rooms and peaceful views of the surrounding trees. The full basement provides additional storage, utility space or the opportunity for future finish. Outside, the mature timber creates a quiet, private setting with usable space to enjoy. A great opportunity for those looking for acreage, privacy and room to make it their own, all with the convenience of paved road access. All information obtained from seller and public records.
So many options and in a peaceful setting. Whether you need multi generational living or extra income, this home has options with a "mother-in-law suite" attached to the home. 6.5 acres of land and ICF 2x6 construction with a soaring 30' high great room with pine tongue /groove ceiling and a floor to ceiling wood burning fireplace make this home a show stopper. Along with everything else this home has to offer there is an outdoor kitchen, 2 car att gar. 3 car det. gar. greenhouse, 20x20 wood shed. and a 24x16 barn. IF you have been wanting to build a barndominium then come check this home out and leave the stress of building behind. The custom kitchen with large bar and high end appliances allow for large gatherings and then jump in the indoor pool. The indoor pool area has its own partial bathroom with shower. Along with the 3 bedrooms in the main living area there is another attached living space right through the garage that has a complete second kitchen and 2 more bedrooms and a zero entry bathroom. Behind the home are tons of trees which would be great for exploring or just enjoying the peace of nature. The views on top of the hill are magnificent and nothing is better than those Madison county rolling hill views.
Presenting this 19-acre m/l building site and hobby farm located on Nixon Street, just southeast of St. Marys, Iowa. Ideally positioned in rural Warren County, the property offers peaceful country living with the convenience of being less than 30 minutes from the Des Moines Metro. Its close proximity to Interstate 35 makes commuting effortless while preserving the opportunity for a rural lifestyle. This property showcases stunning views of Iowa’s rolling countryside, rich farmland, and abundant wildlife. Whether you're envisioning a custom home or a hobby farm, the setting provides the perfect backdrop. Located within the Interstate 35 Community School District and just two miles from St. Marys, this tract combines rural Iowa with everyday convenience. The property is located only 1/2 mile east of Lake George and the St. Marys Rod & Gun Club. The site is turnkey, with a survey in process, and includes access to essential utilities such as Warren Rural Water, Clarke Electric Cooperative, and multiple high-speed internet options. The gently rolling topography accommodates a variety of building site options, including walkout, daylight, and flat layouts. A timbered draw and existing tillable acres that are currently in alfalfa, create a diverse and attractive landscape while offering privacy and a natural buffer from neighboring properties. This is a rare opportunity to own an affordable, scenic parcel in a tightly held area where land rarely comes to market.
St Charles is located in Iowa. St Charles, Iowa has a population of 713. St Charles is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 28.72% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 35.89%.
The median household income in St Charles, Iowa is $76,000. The median household income for the surrounding county is $79,306 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in St Charles is 38.7 years.
The average high temperature in July is 85 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 11.4 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 36.3 inches per year, with 27.8 inches of snow per year.
