#714976, Andy Wallace, Listing Office: RE/MAX Precision
$1,075,000 List price
1245 Old Portland Rd Van Meter, IA 50261
4 beds
1 full, 2 partial
2,570 sqft
9.8 acres
$418 / sqft
Land
Property details
About 1245 Old Portland Rd
You will discover the joy of country life with attention to detail on this stunning acreage! With space for everyone on almost 10 acres, this 4,498 sq ft home has everything you need to make memories that will last a lifetime. The main level boasts Pecan hardwood floors from the foyer into the kitchen & eating area. The kitchen offers a gas cooktop, double wall over, and beautiful maple cabinets with black antique glazing. Enjoy evenings gathering in the dramatic, oversized great room. The owners suite features a roomy bathroom w/walk-in tile shower & a generous closet. Two other bedrooms have a jack-and-jill bathroom with separate vanities. Entertain in style in this expansive family room in the walk-out lower level with a walk behind wet bar. A 4th bedroom and bonus room finish off this level. All carpet on main level and LVP in laundry room and jack-and-jill bathroom new in 2022. New GEO system in 2019. New roof installed 2024. 40x60 Morton building has heated floors and a loft.
Highlights
Home typeVacant Land
HeatingGeothermal
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Geothermal
Size2,570 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size9.83 Acres
Year built2006
ParkingAttached, Detached, Garage, Three Car Garage
MLS #713258
Attached garage1 space
FireplaceGas Log
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
- Interior: Wet Bar, Central Vacuum, Dining Area, Window Treatments
- Fireplace: Gas Log
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Detached, Garage, Three Car Garage
- Exterior: Deck, Fire Pit, Patio
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Geothermal
- Cooling: Central Air, Geothermal
- List Price: $1,075,000
- Price/SqFt: $418
- Annual Tax Amount: $8,448
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: From 360th St (F-90), turn south on Old Portland Rd, 3.4 mi, home on right. For less gravel, turn East on 120th St from Hwy 169, south on Old Portland to home.
- Year Built: 2006
- Living Area: 2,570 SqFt
- Lot Size: 9.83 Acres
- MLS Number: 713258
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
- Office Phone: (515) 453-5506
- Listing Agent: JENNY GRATIAS WILLE
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 29, 2010 | Home Sold | $216,600 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $601,800 | $8,448 |
| 2023 | $644,400 | $8,370 |
| 2022 | $479,500 | $7,896 |
| 2021 | $479,500 | $8,610 |
| 2020 | $473,400 | $8,404 |
| 2019 | $449,100 | $7,786 |
| 2017 | $437,400 | $7,670 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Van Meter Elementary School
Public District KG-5
4.3 mi
•520 1st Ave
6
DeSoto Intermediate
Public District 3-5
5.0 mi
•317 Spruce St
7
Earlham Elementary
Public District PK-6
7.9 mi
•535 N Chestnut Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $85,737. Typical income of Van Meter, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
20%
<35k
38%
35k-100k
32%
100k-200k
10%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
27%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
40%
Married, No Kids
28%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
18%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
14%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
NASCAR
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dick's Sporting Goods
Dillards
Wal-Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Texas Roadhouse
Cracker Barrel
Hardee's
What do the neighbors drive?
Subaru
Cadillac
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
New Country
News/Talk/Information
Classic Country
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Frequently asked questions
About 1245 Old Portland Rd
The listing price of 1245 Old Portland Rd property is $1,075,000.
The property 1245 Old Portland Rd is land located in Van Meter, Iowa, 50261.
Active Listing: 1245 Old Portland Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1245 Old Portland Rd are: Van Meter Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), DeSoto Intermediate (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Earlham Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Van Meter Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Earlham Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), ADM Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Van Meter High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Earlham High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Timberline School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $8,448 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on April 29, 2010 for $216,600 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property 1245 Old Portland Rd is 9.83 acres.
The property 1245 Old Portland Rd is 2,570 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1245 Old Portland Rd is 2006.
This home is located at 1245 Old Portland Rd in Van Meter, IA and zip code 50261. This 2,570 square foot home, which was built in 2006, sits on a 9.83 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,075,000.
In April 2025, from all listings sold in Van Meter, IA there were more than 3 sold above asking price, over 1 sold below and more than 1 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Van Meter, IA between March and April 2025 decreased by 5.6%. In April 2025 median list price was $374,640 and the average listing age was 112 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.