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MLS#:
741152
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Lot size:
96.9 Acres
Courtesy: Peoples Company 515-222-1347
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Presenting 96.9 surveyed acres m/l in the highly coveted area of Van Meter in Madison County, Iowa. Located in Section 13 of Lee Township off Badger Creek Road, this 96.9 acre farm offers 12.54 acres m/l of tillable ground carrying a CSR2 of 64.6, with the remaining land in lush pasture and timber. The farm’s diverse landscape provides ample recreation opportunities, including two existing ponds and space and topography for a potential large pond, making it ideal for deer & turkey habitat, or waterfowl attraction. Less than 10 minutes from Van Meter and only 20 minutes from West Des Moines, this property combines rural tranquility with urban convenience. The outstanding Van Meter School District and close proximity to the Des Moines Metro enhance its appeal as a prime building site. The farm’s elevated hilltop offers stunning views of the Madison County countryside, while the surrounding timber and tree lines provide privacy from the road. There’s ample room to expand the existing pasture, create more tillable acres, hold livestock, plant a hobby farm, build a riding arena, or add a pole barn. The farm's location also makes it an excellent candidate for future development just across the street from Badger Creek State Park. A newly installed driveway allows convenient access from Badger Creek Road. Rural water and MidAmerican Energy electricity are available at the road, with additional acres potentially available.

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Status:
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MLS#:
734957
Type:
Land
Lot size:
4.91 Acres
Courtesy: Peoples Company 515-222-1347
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Presenting an exceptional and highly sought-after building site opportunity just outside Van Meter, in scenic Madison County, Iowa. Located within the coveted Woodland Valley Estates development, this 4.92-acre surveyed lot features a LOADED 1.5-acre fully stocked pond - home to bass, bluegill, and catfish. Whether you're fishing, kayaking, or simply enjoying time outdoors, the pond offers a perfect setting to create lasting memories. The development is surrounded by abundant wildlife, with frequent sightings of deer, turkey, birds, and other native Iowa species. Conveniently located just 15 minutes from West Des Moines, this property offers the convenience of rural living with easy access to city amenities. It is also situated within the Van Meter Community School District, making it an ideal location for families. The current owner has completed soil testing and obtained a concept plan from a builder, bringing you one step closer to building your dream home. (Contact the agent for more information.)

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Status:
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MLS#:
733226
Type:
Land
Lot size:
28.99 Acres
Courtesy: Moeckl Realty LLC 515-318-1355
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Discover the perfect blend of privacy, beauty, and convenience on this exceptional 28.99 acre property in Van Meter! Offering sweeping views of the Madison County countryside, this scenic property features gently rolling hills complemented by a charming stream that curves through the landscape creating an ideal setting for a dream acreage. With no covenants, the possibilities are endless. Whether you envision a custom-built home, multiple outbuildings, or space for livestock, this land provides the flexibility and room to bring your vision to life. An exceptional opportunity to build on a truly scenic property. Enjoy the peace of country living while remaining conveniently located just 10 minutes from Van Meter and 23 minutes from West Des Moines. Schedule your showing today! Drone video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JMxJUGiQEaY

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Status:
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MLS#:
732919
Type:
Land
Courtesy: RE/MAX Concepts 515-276-2872
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Here's your opportunity to own an affordable lot in Van Meter! Walkout lots backing to greenspace and park land. Bring your own builder. Small town living in the area's most sought after Van Meter school system.

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Status:
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MLS#:
732917
Type:
Land
Courtesy: RE/MAX Concepts 515-276-2872
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Here's your opportunity to own an affordable lot in Van Meter! Walkout lots backing to greenspace and park land. Bring your own builder. Small town living in the area's most sought after Van Meter school system.

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Status:
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MLS#:
732914
Type:
Land
Courtesy: RE/MAX Concepts 515-276-2872
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Here's your opportunity to own an affordable lot in Van Meter! Walkout lots backing to greenspace and park land. Bring your own builder. Small town living in the area's most sought after Van Meter school system.

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Status:
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MLS#:
732913
Type:
Land
Courtesy: RE/MAX Concepts 515-276-2872
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Here's your opportunity to own an affordable lot in Van Meter! Walkout lots backing to greenspace and park land. Bring your own builder. Small town living in the area's most sought after Van Meter school system.

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Status:
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MLS#:
732912
Type:
Land
Courtesy: RE/MAX Concepts 515-276-2872
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Here's your opportunity to own an affordable lot in Van Meter! Walkout lots backing to greenspace and park land. Bring your own builder. Small town living in the area's most sought after Van Meter school system.

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Status:
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MLS#:
732911
Type:
Land
Courtesy: RE/MAX Concepts 515-276-2872
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Here's your opportunity to own an affordable lot in Van Meter! Walkout lots backing to greenspace and park land. Bring your own builder. Small town living in the area's most sought after Van Meter school system.

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Status:
Active
MLS#:
732908
Type:
Land
Courtesy: RE/MAX Concepts 515-276-2872
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Here's your opportunity to own an affordable lot in Van Meter! Walkout lots backing to greenspace and park land. Bring your own builder. Small town living in the area's most sought after Van Meter school system.

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n/a
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Status:
Active
MLS#:
732907
Type:
Land
Courtesy: RE/MAX Concepts 515-276-2872
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

?Here's your opportunity to own an affordable lot in Van Meter! Walkout lots backing to greenspace and park land. Bring your own builder. Small town living in the area's most sought after Van Meter school system.

Beds:
n/a
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Sq.Ft.:
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Status:
Active
MLS#:
732905
Type:
Land
Courtesy: RE/MAX Concepts 515-276-2872
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

?Here's your opportunity to own an affordable lot in Van Meter! Walkout lots backing to greenspace and park land. Bring your own builder. Small town living in the area's most sought after Van Meter school system.

Beds:
n/a
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Sq.Ft.:
n/a
Status:
Active
MLS#:
732903
Type:
Land
Courtesy: RE/MAX Concepts 515-276-2872
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Here's your opportunity to own an affordable lot in Van Meter! Walkout lots backing to greenspace and park land. Bring your own builder. Small town living in the area's most sought after Van Meter school system.

Beds:
n/a
Baths:
Sq.Ft.:
n/a
Status:
Active
MLS#:
732926
Type:
Land
Courtesy: RE/MAX Concepts 515-276-2872
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Here's your opportunity to own an affordable lot in Van Meter! Walkout lots backing to greenspace and park land. Bring your own builder. Small town living in the area's most sought after Van Meter school system.

Beds:
n/a
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Status:
Active
MLS#:
732925
Type:
Land
Courtesy: RE/MAX Concepts 515-276-2872
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Here's your opportunity to own an affordable lot in Van Meter! Walkout lots backing to greenspace and park land. Bring your own builder. Small town living in the area's most sought after Van Meter school system.

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n/a
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Status:
Active
MLS#:
732924
Type:
Land
Courtesy: RE/MAX Concepts 515-276-2872
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Here's your opportunity to own an affordable lot in Van Meter! Walkout lots backing to greenspace and park land. Bring your own builder. Small town living in the area's most sought after Van Meter school system.

Beds:
n/a
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Status:
Active
MLS#:
732923
Type:
Land
Courtesy: RE/MAX Concepts 515-276-2872
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Here's your opportunity to own an affordable lot in Van Meter! Walkout lots backing to greenspace and park land. Bring your own builder. Small town living in the area's most sought after Van Meter school system.

Beds:
n/a
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Status:
Active
MLS#:
732922
Type:
Land
Courtesy: RE/MAX Concepts 515-276-2872
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Here's your opportunity to own an affordable lot in Van Meter! Walkout lots backing to greenspace and park land. Bring your own builder. Small town living in the area's most sought after Van Meter school system.

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n/a
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Status:
Active
MLS#:
732921
Type:
Land
Courtesy: RE/MAX Concepts 515-276-2872
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Here's your opportunity to own an affordable lot in Van Meter! Walkout lots backing to greenspace and park land. Bring your own builder. Small town living in the area's most sought after Van Meter school system.

Beds:
n/a
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n/a
Status:
Active
MLS#:
732928
Type:
Land
Courtesy: RE/MAX Concepts 515-276-2872
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Here's your opportunity to own an affordable lot in Van Meter! Walkout lots backing to greenspace and park land. Bring your own builder. Small town living in the area's most sought after Van Meter school system.

Beds:
n/a
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n/a
Status:
Active
MLS#:
732927
Type:
Land
Courtesy: RE/MAX Concepts 515-276-2872
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Here's your opportunity to own an affordable lot in Van Meter! Walkout lots backing to greenspace and park land. Bring your own builder. Small town living in the area's most sought after Van Meter school system.

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Status:
Active
MLS#:
731902
Type:
Land
Lot size:
16 Acres
Courtesy: WB Realty Company 515-966-5478
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Exceptional opportunity to acquire 16 acres at the highly visible corner of County Road F-90 and Richland Road in Van Meter, Iowa. This strategically located parcel offers excellent access and exposure while positioning future development in one of the Des Moines metro’s most desirable and fastest-growing western corridors. Currently zoned Agricultural, the property is identified in local planning for future commercial development and also presents strong potential for residential or multifamily use, subject to city approvals. The site’s size, corner location, and surrounding growth make it well-suited for a wide range of development concepts. Located just minutes from the Jordan Creek Town Center, this property benefits from close proximity to premier retail, dining, entertainment, and employment while maintaining the charm and appeal of a small-town setting. Van Meter is widely known for its highly sought-after school district and strong community identity, making it an attractive location for both commercial investment and residential growth. With easy access to the greater Des Moines metro and western suburbs, this parcel offers a rare combination of visibility, flexibility, and long-term upside. An excellent opportunity for developers, investors, or owner-users looking to establish a presence in a high-demand area with strong fundamentals.

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Status:
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MLS#:
731440
Type:
Land
Lot size:
1.64 Acres
Courtesy: Keller Williams Realty GDM 515-334-4900
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Huge 1.64 acre Cul De Sac IN TOWN LOT in Van Meter! Located in the new development of Hudson Heights, Plat 2. Located just South of I-80, you'll have easy Interstate access to DSM/Waukee/WDM. City Amenities: Water, sewer and natural gas. BRING YOUR OWN BUILDER! HOA $120/year for retention pond maintenance. Van Meter School district with amazing views of Dallas County.

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Status:
Active
MLS#:
731153
Type:
Land
Lot size:
0.94 Acres
Courtesy: Iowa Realty Mills Crossing 515-453-4300
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Status:
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MLS#:
730463
Type:
Land
Lot size:
0.23 Acres
Courtesy: RE/MAX Concepts 515-276-2872
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Here's your opportunity to own an affordable lot in Van Meter! Walkout lots backing to trees, greenspace and park land. Bring your own builder. Small town living in the area's most sought after Van Meter school system.

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Van Meter Real Estate

Van Meter is located in Iowa. Van Meter, Iowa has a population of 1,528. Van Meter is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 43.66% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 45.25%.

The median household income in Van Meter, Iowa is $116,181. The median household income for the surrounding county is $93,492 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Van Meter is 37.7 years.

Van Meter Weather

The average high temperature in July is 84.9 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 12.4 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 35.7 inches per year, with 30.8 inches of snow per year.

Van Meter Map

Van Meter Real Estate Market Conditions

  • Median sales price

    $412,450
    15.8%
    change since last quarter
  • # Active listings

    107
    30-day change

Van Meter Schools and Demographics

Education near Van Meter, IA

City County
High School Graduates 98.73 95.89
College Degree - 2 year 15.34 9.72
College Degree - 4 year 33.23 50.43
Graduate Degree 5.71 11.96
Expenditures per Student 16,832 16,832
Students per Teacher 15.2 15.2

Elementary Schools near Van Meter, IA

Grades Students P/T Ratio ZIP
Brookview Elementary School KG - 05 550 15.2 50266
Crossroads Park Elementary School KG - 06 545 14.4 50266
Desoto Intermediate School 03 - 05 365 13.6 50069
Earlham Elementary School PK - 06 345 12.1 50072
Eason Elementary School KG - 05 587 16 50263
Maple Grove Elementary School PK - 05 660 16.9 50266
Van Meter Elementary School KG - 05 289 14 50261
Waukee Elementary School KG - 04 592 17 50263
Westridge Elementary School PK - 06 730 16.9 50266
Woodland Hills PK - 05 536 14.3 50266

Middle Schools near Van Meter, IA

Grades Students P/T Ratio ZIP
Earlham Middle School 07 - 08 98 12.3 50072
Vince Meyer Learning Center 05 - 05 120 11.9 50263
Waukee Middle School 06 - 08 938 13.7 50263
Waukee South Ms 06 - 08 997 14.7 50263

High Schools near Van Meter, IA

Grades Students P/T Ratio ZIP
Earlham Senior High School 09 - 12 211 11.4 50072
Valley High School 10 - 12 1,996 18.2 50266
Van Meter Junior-Senior High School 06 - 12 386 14.4 50261
Waukee Senior High School 10 - 12 1,523 15.4 50263

Ungraded Schools near Van Meter, IA

Grades Students P/T Ratio ZIP
Prairieview School 09 - 09 582 14.6 50263

Demographics near Van Meter, IA

City County
Neighborhood Type Small town
Population 1,528 96,604
Population Density 760 164
Median Age 37.7 35.5
People per Household 3.1 2.5
Median Household Income 116,181 93,492
Average Income per Capita 43,663 47,488

Real estate near Van Meter