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MLS#:
6339544
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Land
Lot size:
0.89 Acres
Courtesy: Arrowhead Realty Company LLC
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Build your dream lake home on this exceptional, combined double lot at Sun Valley Lake! Offering .891 acres, this spacious homesite features a nearly level building area, making it ideal for construction and maximizing outdoor living space. Nestled in a quiet area, you will enjoy easy access to the golf course, tennis courts, and restaurant. Whether youre planning a year round residence or a weekend getaway, this rare oversized lot provides the space, location, and setting to bring your vision to life. Dont miss this opportunity to own one of the few double lots available in this desired lake community. Priced under accessed value!

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Status:
NEW LISTING
MLS#:
6339519
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Land
Lot size:
0.37 Acres
Courtesy: Arrowhead Realty Company LLC
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Build the lake home you've always dreamed of on one of the few remaining waterfront lots available at Sun Valley Lake! Offering 100 feet of shoreline, this exceptional property is tucked into a deep-water, wide cove with breathtaking views in every direction. Mature trees provide natural beauty, shade, and privacy while creating the perfect setting for your future lake retreat. Enjoy spectacular sunsets, peaceful water views, and a front-row seat to the annual fireworks display right from your own shoreline. Whether you're envisioning a year-round residence or the ultimate weekend getaway, this lot offers the ideal location to bring your vision to life. As an added bonus, the off-water lot located directly across the street is also available for purchase, providing a rare opportunity for additional parking, boat storage, extra garage space, or room for future expansion. Don't miss your chance to own one of the limited waterfront building sites remaining at Sun Valley Lake!

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Status:
NEW LISTING
MLS#:
6339523
Type:
Land
Lot size:
0.48 Acres
Courtesy: Arrowhead Realty Company LLC
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Looking for an affordable way to enjoy all that Sun Valley Lake has to offer? This nearly half-acre off-water lot on the desirable east side of the lake is the perfect opportunity! Conveniently located near the beach and boat ramp, you'll have easy access to boating, fishing, swimming, and all the lake's amenities. Enjoy incredible views of the annual fireworks display and the peaceful lake atmosphere from your future getaway or dream home. With plenty of space to build and a prime location close to recreation, this property offers an exceptional value for anyone looking to embrace the lake lifestyle without the waterfront price tag.

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Status:
Active
MLS#:
742837
Type:
Land
Lot size:
0.58 Acres
Courtesy: Iowa Realty Mills Crossing 515-453-4300
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This walk-out lot at Sun Valley Lake could be home to your dream retreat! With stunning lake view potential, this off lake lot makes the dream of lake life affordable! This .58 acre corner lot can easily fit a 40x60 foot, or larger, home. This location provides convenient access to many of the lake's favorite amenities and is just a short distance from the beach house and main beach area. Make your lake life dreams come true at Sun Valley Lake!

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Status:
Active
MLS#:
6339196
Type:
Land
Subdivision:
Westview Subdivision
Lot size:
0.56 Acres
Courtesy: South Central Iowa Realty
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This offering on beautiful Sun Valley Lake is one Lot, #88, and Parcel F-F of Lot #70 making it larger than most single lot offerings. Get full access to the lake for your boating, fishing, swimming and fun lake toys while also dining at the restaurant and maybe play some golf which requires membership at the country club. This is a buildable site and will have beautiful lake views without the business and congestion of on-water properties! Frontage offered on both Forrest Drive and Hillcrest Drive gives you options for your perfect dream home! Whether you are a full-timer, seasonal or weekend visitor, this lot is sure to fit those needs!!!

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Status:
Active
MLS#:
6339202
Type:
Land
Lot size:
0.43 Acres
Courtesy: Arrowhead Realty Company LLC
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Build your dream getaway or secure an affordable way to enjoy all that Sun Valley Lake has to offer. This off-water lot is ideally located just minutes from the clubhouse, golf course, tennis courts, and lake amenities. Enjoy beautiful lake views and a convenient location close to recreation, dining, and community events. Whether you’re ready to build now or looking for an investment in the lake lifestyle, this lot offers exceptional value and endless possibilities. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of lake life at an affordable price!

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Status:
Active
MLS#:
6338640
Type:
Land
Lot size:
0.14 Acres
Courtesy: Arrowhead Realty Company LLC
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Rare opportunity to own one of Sun Valley Lake's highly sought-after off-water camping lots! Properties in this area rarely become available, making this an exceptional chance to secure your own lake getaway. The property includes a well-maintained camper and an adorable finished cabin-style shed that provides the perfect additional sleeping space for family and guests. Whether you're hosting a weekend at the lake or enjoying a quiet retreat, there's plenty of room for everyone to relax and unwind. Backing to open farm ground, this lot offers peaceful privacy and endless wildlife views, with deer frequently visiting right outside your door. The spacious outdoor living area features a firepit with seating, plenty of yard space for yard games and gatherings, and room to create lasting memories with friends and family. An additional storage area provides convenient space for golf carts, lake toys, and outdoor equipment, making it easy to keep everything organized and ready for your next adventure. If you've been waiting for an affordable, move-in-ready camping lot in a prime location at Sun Valley Lake, this is the one you've been hoping for.

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Status:
Active
MLS#:
6338088
Type:
Land
Lot size:
0.38 Acres
Courtesy: Arrowhead Realty Company LLC
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Build your dream lake home on this exceptional west-facing waterfront lot at Sun Valley Lake. Offering 90' of shoreline, this prime on-water property captures breathtaking sunset views and wide open lake scenery from one of the lake's quiet and peaceful areas. The gently sloping lot provides an ideal building site with plenty of room to create the perfect lake retreat while maximizing panoramic water views. Enjoy direct lake access for boating, fishing, swimming, or simply relaxing. Surrounded by beautiful homes and located in a serene setting, this property offers the perfect balance of privacy, tranquility, and lake living. Whether you're planning a full-time residence or a weekend getaway, this lot is ready for your vision! Rare opportunity to own a premium waterfront lot with incredible western exposure, peaceful surroundings, and stunning sunset views at beautiful Sun Valley! Call today for a private showing.

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Status:
Active
MLS#:
6337972
Type:
Land
Lot size:
0.69 Acres
Courtesy: RE/MAX Revolution
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Three exceptional building lots, each approximately 80' x 125', offering a wonderful opportunity to create your ideal lake retreat at Sun Valley Lake. Situated on higher ground, these lots provide a great setting and feel for building, with plenty of space for a home, garage, and outdoor living areas. Located just a short distance from the beach, boat ramp, and boathouse, you'll enjoy convenient access to all the amenities of Sun Valley Lake while benefiting from non-waterfront affordability. A perfect option for families or anyone wanting extra space to build and enjoy lake life.

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Status:
Active
MLS#:
740060
Type:
Land
Lot size:
0.69 Acres
Courtesy: RE/MAX Revolution 515-265-7200
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Three exceptional building lots, each approximately 80' x 125', offering a wonderful opportunity to create your ideal lake retreat at Sun Valley Lake. Situated on higher ground, these lots provide a great setting and feel for building, with plenty of space for a home, garage, and outdoor living areas. Located just a short distance from the beach, boat ramp, and boathouse, you'll enjoy convenient access to all the amenities of Sun Valley Lake while benefiting from non-waterfront affordability. A perfect option for families or anyone wanting extra space to build and enjoy lake life.

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Status:
Active
MLS#:
6337915
Type:
Land
Lot size:
0.23 Acres
Courtesy: RE/MAX Revolution
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

An exceptional corner lake-view building lot located at the corner of Valley Drive and Homestead Lane at Sun Valley Lake. This prime location offers convenient access to many of the lake's favorite amenities and is just a short distance from the beach house and main beach area. A great opportunity to build your dream lake retreat and start enjoying everything Sun Valley Lake has to offer.

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Status:
Active
MLS#:
739958
Type:
Land
Lot size:
0.23 Acres
Courtesy: RE/MAX Revolution 515-265-7200
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

An exceptional corner lake-view building lot located at the corner of Valley Drive and Homestead Lane at Sun Valley Lake. This prime location offers convenient access to many of the lake's favorite amenities and is just a short distance from the beach house and main beach area. A great opportunity to build your dream lake retreat and start enjoying everything Sun Valley Lake has to offer.

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Status:
Active
MLS#:
6337882
Type:
Land
Courtesy: Arrowhead Realty Company LLC
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Build your dream home on this spacious .628-acre off-water lot offering beautiful lake views and a gently rolling, semi-flat landscape—ideal for construction. Enjoy the best of Sun Valley Lake living with access to exceptional fishing, boating, golfing, and peaceful surroundings. Whether you're seeking adventure or relaxation, this property delivers the perfect setting for your lake life vision.

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Status:
Active
MLS#:
6337766
Type:
Land
Subdivision:
Crestview Subdivision #2
Lot size:
0.45 Acres
Courtesy: South Central Iowa Realty
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Conveniently located just off Stagecoach Road, this off-shore lake lot is sold with access to all lake amenities including docks, beach and surrounding recreational facilities. Drop in your boat for fishing, pontooning, jet skiing and you've spent your day with the best summertime fun for yourself, family and friends! Buy this property early to have the most use all spring and summer!!

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Status:
Active
MLS#:
739187
Type:
Land
Lot size:
0.42 Acres
Courtesy: Century 21 Signature 515-224-4002
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Gorgeous lot in a desirable private cove in gorgeous spring-fed Sun Valley lake near Ellston IA. Build your dream "getaway for the weekend" home to enjoy water sports and lake living... yet close to all things the Des Moines metro has to offer. You'll love 80 ft of shoreline and a FLAT (no slope to this one!) lot that will make building and creating your play space simple. The lake currently has approximately 600 homes with very few vacant lots still available with a growing community that includes a clubhouse, restaurant and golf course. Within a couple hours of Des Moines, Omaha and Kansas City areas.

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Status:
Active
MLS#:
6335602
Type:
Land
Lot size:
0.34 Acres
Courtesy: Exit Country Realty
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Beautiful Off-Lake Lot on Sun Valley Lake – Ringgold County, Iowa Tucked away on a quiet, tree-lined street, this .344-acre off-lake lot offers peaceful surroundings and gorgeous views of Sun Valley Lake. With 15,000 sq ft of space, it’s the perfect setting to build your weekend escape, full-time home, or investment property. • ?? Scenic Views of the lake and countryside • ?? Mature Fruit Trees already planted • ?? Towering Oak Trees add shade, privacy, and character • ?? .344 Acres / 15,000 Sq Ft — spacious, build-ready lot • ?? Easy access to lake amenities and recreation This is your chance to own a slice of serenity in one of Iowa’s best-kept secrets.

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Status:
Active
MLS#:
736788
Type:
Land
Lot size:
0.27 Acres
Courtesy: RE/MAX Revolution 515-265-7200
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What a phenomenal opportunity to own a truly special piece of Sun Valley Lake. Welcome to Bee Tree Lane, where this beautiful lot-and-a-half offers the perfect setting to build your dream lake home while also creating the potential for your own private oasis by purchasing the neighboring home or adjacent lots. Nestled among the trees in one of Sun Valley Lakes most sought-after locations, this property offers breathtaking panoramic views and a serene, picturesque backdrop. Waterfront opportunities like this are becoming incredibly rare, especially with multiple lots sitting side by side in such a desirable area. With nearly 170 feet of shoreline, this exceptional property is already set up for lake living, featuring a martini dock, floating dock, regular dock, and two lifts. This is a rare chance to secure an outstanding homesite with space, privacy, and endless possibilities.

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Status:
Active
MLS#:
6336558
Type:
Land
Lot size:
0.27 Acres
Courtesy: RE/MAX Revolution
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

What a phenomenal opportunity to own a truly special piece of Sun Valley Lake. Welcome to Bee Tree Lane, where this beautiful lot-and-a-half offers the perfect setting to build your dream lake home while also creating the potential for your own private oasis by purchasing the neighboring home or adjacent lots. Nestled among the trees in one of Sun Valley Lakes most sought-after locations, this property offers breathtaking panoramic views and a serene, picturesque backdrop. Waterfront opportunities like this are becoming incredibly rare, especially with multiple lots sitting side by side in such a desirable area. With nearly 170 feet of shoreline, this exceptional property is already set up for lake living, featuring a martini dock, floating dock, regular dock, and two lifts. This is a rare chance to secure an outstanding homesite with space, privacy, and endless possibilities.

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Status:
Active
MLS#:
6336204
Type:
Land
Lot size:
0.23 Acres
Courtesy: Arrowhead Realty Company LLC
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Excellent opportunity to own this .23-acre off-water lot at Sun Valley Lake. This flat, open parcel offers a great building site for your future lake home or weekend retreat. Located next to another available lot with similar dimensions, buyers have the unique option to purchase one or both properties for nearly half an acre of space, creating additional flexibility for building, outdoor living areas, or extra privacy. Enjoy everything Sun Valley Lake has to offer, including boating, fishing, swimming, and relaxing in one of Iowa’s most sought-after private lake communities.

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Status:
Active
MLS#:
6336203
Type:
Land
Lot size:
0.23 Acres
Courtesy: Arrowhead Realty Company LLC
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Great opportunity to own this .23-acre off-water lot at Sun Valley Lake. This flat, open property is ready for your future lake home and offers plenty of space to design the getaway you’ve been dreaming of. The lot mirrors the neighboring parcel, which is also available for purchase, creating the unique option to buy one or combine both for nearly half an acre of space. Whether you're planning a full-time residence or a weekend retreat, this property provides flexibility and room to build. Enjoy everything Sun Valley Lake has to offer, from its clear, pristine waters to boating, fishing, swimming, and relaxing lake days with family and friends.

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n/a
Status:
Active
MLS#:
735401
Type:
Land
Lot size:
0.44 Acres
Courtesy: RE/MAX Revolution 515-265-7200
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Build your dream home in the beautiful community of Sun Valley Lake! This off-water lot offers an affordable way to enjoy lake living while still having plenty of space to build. Located just minutes from the water, you'll have access to some of the best fishing around - known for bass, crappie, bluegill, and catfish. Whether you're looking to build now or invest for the future, this is a great opportunity to own in a highly desirable private lake community. Enjoy boating, swimming, fishing, and the peaceful surroundings Sun Valley Lake is known for.

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n/a
Status:
Active
MLS#:
6335960
Type:
Land
Lot size:
0.44 Acres
Courtesy: RE/MAX Revolution
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Build your dream home in the beautiful community of Sun Valley Lake! This off-water lot offers an affordable way to enjoy lake living while still having plenty of space to build. Located just minutes from the water, you’ll have access to some of the best fishing around — known for bass, crappie, bluegill, and catfish. Whether you’re looking to build now or invest for the future, this is a great opportunity to own in a highly desirable private lake community. Enjoy boating, swimming, fishing, and the peaceful surroundings Sun Valley Lake is known for.

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n/a
Status:
Active
MLS#:
728458
Type:
Land
Lot size:
0.65 Acres
Courtesy: Realty ONE Group Impact 515-446-7524
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This over half acre buildable lot across the street from the Lake gives you beautiful lake views and a block away from lake access for fishing and boating or a short drive to the Sun Valley Country Club if you want to spend the day golfing. This double lot is on the west end of the lake and offers you the opportunity to build your dream full time home or weekend getaway home with privacy and access to all that Sun Valley Lake offers. The lot offers you access to the clubhouse and bar, tennis court, shuffleboard court, and beaches. This lot is bring your own builder lot or contact listing agent to see a home plan for lot provided by S & S Homebuilders!!

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Status:
Active
MLS#:
6332357
Type:
Land
Lot size:
0.23 Acres
Courtesy: RE/MAX Revolution
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Prime Building Lot with Unmatched Lake Views! Imagine crafting your dream home on this exceptional off-water lot, where expansive lake views take center stage. Elevated and ideally situated, this property offers the perfect canvas for a custom build, combining tranquility with panoramic vistas. Seize the opportunity to create a private retreat with breathtaking scenery just outside your door!

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n/a
Status:
Active
MLS#:
727336
Type:
Land
Lot size:
0.23 Acres
Courtesy: RE/MAX Revolution 515-265-7200
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

With its prime location and expansive lake views, this lot is the perfect place to build your dream lake home. Opportunities like this don't come along often -make it yours today!

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Albert Wright Page, License B62241000, Xome Inc., License FO5635000, [email protected], 844-400-XOME (9663), 4471 North Billman Estates, Shelbyville, IN 46176

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Ellston Real Estate

Ellston is located in Iowa. Ellston, Iowa has a population of 39. Ellston is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 0% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 31.29%.

The median household income in Ellston, Iowa is $52,159. The median household income for the surrounding county is $57,700 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Ellston is 62.3 years.

Ellston Weather

The average high temperature in July is 84.9 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 12.8 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 36.4 inches per year, with 24.3 inches of snow per year.

Ellston Map

Ellston Real Estate Market Conditions

  • Median sales price

    $542,000
    11.4%
    change since last quarter
  • # Active listings

    55
    30-day change

Ellston Schools and Demographics

Education near Ellston, IA

City County
High School Graduates 100 93.27
College Degree - 2 year 8.33 12.57
College Degree - 4 year 22.22 20.32
Graduate Degree 0 5.38
Expenditures per Student 17,186 17,186
Students per Teacher 12.5 12.5

Elementary Schools near Ellston, IA

Grades Students P/T Ratio ZIP
Diagonal Elementary School PK - 05 64 15.6 50845
East Union Elementary PK - 05 267 14.8 50830
Mount Ayr Elementary School PK - 06 348 12.7 50854
Murray Elementary School PK - 06 190 13.2 50174

High Schools near Ellston, IA

Grades Students P/T Ratio ZIP
Diagonal Junior-Senior High School 06 - 12 56 11.4 50845
East Union Middle-High School 06 - 12 244 11.7 50830
Mount AYR High School 07 - 12 281 12.8 50854
Murray School Murray Junior/Senior High 07 - 12 155 8.6 50174

Demographics near Ellston, IA

City County
Neighborhood Type
Population 39 4,739
Population Density 176 9
Median Age 62.3 44.3
People per Household 1.3 2.5
Median Household Income 52,159 57,700
Average Income per Capita 39,587 28,792

Real estate near Ellston