#713258, JENNY GRATIAS WILLE, Listing Office: Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
1271 Old Portland Rd Van Meter, IA 50261
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About 1271 Old Portland Rd
Amazing acreage nestled in the rolling hills of Madison County, in the award winning Van Meter school district. This meticulously cared for modern home sits on nearly 18 acres and includes a stocked pond, 2 patios, wildlife, and breathtaking views from every part of this home. The main level of the home features a beautiful kitchen with center island, walk in hidden pantry, soft close cabinets, double fridge and wall oven. In addition there is a sitting area and family room that share a 2 sided f/p, a/v closet and huge picture windows. The master suite with private deck and private bath and laundry round out the main level. The finished w/o lower level offers in-floor heating, 4 additional bdrms, 2 bths, family room, storm shelter/wine cellar. Other features include energy efficient geothermal heating and cooling, and a 40x60 outbuilding for storage of all your equipment and toys. All information obtained from Seller and public records.
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- MLS Number: 714976
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: RE/MAX Precision
- Office Phone: (515) 223-9492
- Office Email: info@precisiondsm.com
- Listing Agent: Andy Wallace
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Property sales
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $608,200 | $8,636 |
2023 | $618,300 | $8,080 |
2022 | $479,900 | $7,638 |
2021 | $479,900 | $8,364 |
2020 | $472,300 | $8,174 |
2019 | $438,300 | $7,624 |
2017 | $418,100 | $7,514 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Van Meter Elementary School
Public District KG-5
4.6 mi
•520 1st Ave
6
DeSoto Intermediate
Public District 3-5
5.2 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. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 1271 Old Portland Rd
This home is located at 1271 Old Portland Rd in Van Meter, IA and zip code 50261. This 2,343 square foot home, which was built in 2006, sits on a 17.68 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,249,900.
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 listings in Van Meter, IA remained the same between February and March 2025. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 58 days, the median list price was $322,987.