$1,075,000

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

  • 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

DateEventPrice
Apr 29, 2010
Home Sold
$216,600

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty 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.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $85,737. The most common annual income of people living in Van Meter, IA is between $35k-100k. The majority of families are married, no kids. Residents of this area typically 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?

  • HuntingHunting
  • NASCARNASCAR
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Dick's Sporting GoodsDick's Sporting Goods
  • DillardsDillards
  • Wal-MartWal-Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Texas RoadhouseTexas Roadhouse
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Hardee'sHardee's

What do the neighbors drive?

  • SubaruSubaru
  • CadillacCadillac
  • RamRam

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • New CountryNew Country
  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
  • Classic CountryClassic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 1245 Old Portland Rd

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 March 2025 more than 1 listings in Van Meter, IA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 2 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 1 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Van Meter, IA did not change between February and March 2025. The median list price of listings available in March 2025 was $322,987, while the average time on the real estate market was 58 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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