A brand-new ranch is taking shape in sought-after St. Charles, with 1,480 square feet of main-level living and thoughtful details throughout. Once complete, it will have nine-foot ceilings throughout the home and lower level, along with a vaulted living room ceiling and fireplace. The open kitchen will feature painted cabinetry, quartz countertops, a center island with seating, and a nearby dining area. A dedicated laundry room will add everyday convenience. The primary suite will include a walk-in closet, freestanding tub, and Onyx walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms will share a full Jack-and-Jill bath. Luxury vinyl flooring, painted trim, and covered porches at the front and back will complete the home. The lower level will offer future finishing potential, with space for an additional bedroom and plumbing for a bath. Set in St. Charles, where small-town charm meets a convenient commute to the metro. The primary suite has its own inviting combination: a walk-in closet, freestanding tub and Onyx walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms share a full Jack-and-Jill bath. Luxury vinyl flooring and painted trim give the home a polished finish, and covered porches at both the front and back offer a reason to enjoy the fresh air a little longer. The lower level leaves room for what comes next, with future finishing potential for an additional bedroom and plumbing in place for a bath. Set in St. Charles, where small-town charm meets a convenient commute to the metro.
Located on a spacious quarter-acre corner lot, this updated 3-bedroom, 3-bath ranch offers approximately 1,400 square feet on the main level and another 1,400 square feet in the lower level. The open-concept main level features an updated kitchen with granite countertops and new Maytag appliances installed in 2024, plus new flooring throughout the kitchen, living area, and bedrooms. Geothermal heating and cooling provides year-round comfort. The finished lower level adds flexible space for a family room, home office, workout area, or recreation room. The generous corner lot offers plenty of yard space, while the covered back patio adds room for outdoor entertaining. Major updates include a new roof in 2022, and new siding and gutters in 2025. A mini-split installed in 2024 keeps the garage heated and cooled for year-round use.
Luxury ranch meets your ultimate private setting on this 3.8-acreage! Perfectly situated on pavement with fast, easy access to I-35. The home features three bedrooms with a first floor office and a formal dining room, tiled floors throughout, with solid hickory doors and alder woodworking and moulding. The heart of the home features a gourmet kitchen with custom hickory cabinets, Subzero refrigerator, walk-in pantry, wine station with sink, and gas range. Don’t miss the private sitting room, secluded covered deck, and tiled shower all within the primary suite. The finished lower level includes the third bedroom, large living area, and ample storage space. The luxury extends outdoors to a spectacular landscaped backyard for entertaining. Host gatherings with an outdoor kitchen that leads directly to a 20'x40' saltwater pool! The acreage includes an outdoor pavilion, dedicated sport court, and a comfortable sitting area. Storage and hobby needs are fully met by the attached 3-car garage, as well as a 30'x50' outbuilding complete with two overhead doors. This acreage perfectly blends country serenity, high-end amenities, and prime interstate access within 25 minutes of Des Moines!
Country living without giving up the convenience of pavement! This updated 3-bedroom ranch sits on 5.53 beautiful acres just outside of St. Charles in Madison County. Inside, you’ll find a remodeled kitchen with updated appliances, along with numerous improvements throughout including flooring, windows, electrical and more. Outside is where this property really shines—enjoy your own pond, a large fenced-in yard, plenty of room to roam, and a shop offering extra storage, workspace or room for your hobbies. The covered patio leads to a spacious concrete patio with a firepit, creating a great spot for summer evenings, entertaining or simply taking in the peaceful country setting. With 5.53 acres, hard-surface road access and a move-in-ready home, this Madison County acreage offers the space and lifestyle so many buyers are looking for!
If you've been dreaming of owning an acreage without stretching your budget, this 4-bedroom home offers an opportunity that's becoming harder to find. Located in the Martensdale-St. Marys School District, this property combines country living with a convenient commute to the Des Moines metro. Situated on 5 wooded acres on pavement, this home offers year-round access with a beautiful timbered backyard that creates a scenic backdrop. The mature timber is home to deer and turkey. Enjoy hunting, hiking, wildlife watching, mushroom hunting, or simply relaxing in your piece of Iowa countryside. Inside are four main-level bedrooms, original hardwood floors, a primary bedroom, abundant natural light, and closet space. There's flexibility for a growing family, guest rooms, or a dedicated home office, with opportunity to update and customize over time. The full walkout basement provides exceptional storage and future potential. Plumbing is in place for an additional bathroom, making it easier to expand the home's living space and add value. Outside, the 16' x 42' barn offers storage for equipment, hobbies, recreational gear, or cattle. Two adjoining parcels are also available. One offers level, tillable ground; the other features rolling hills ideal for recreation or grazing cattle. Both offer potential as future building sites with pavement entries. Whether you're looking for your first acreage, a place to build equity, or room to grow, this home offers exceptional potential.
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.
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.
