Presenting 96.9 surveyed acres 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 12.36 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 opportunities for recreation, 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. This farm is open for the 2025 crop season.
Property Details
Property Features
Listing Office:
Office Name: Peoples Company
Office Phone: (515) 222-1347
Listing Agent: Bryan Bergdale
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot Size: 96.90 Acres
School Info
Assigned Schools Information:
Van Meter Jr-Sr High School, Public District Grades 6-12
Van Meter Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-5
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Directions Information:
Directions: From Van Meter, Iowa: Head south on East Street for 0.2 miles then continue onto State Highway 293/ Richland Road. In 0.8 miles, turn left onto 360th Street. Then, in 1.1 miles, turn right onto Tabor Road and continue south for 1.1 miles. Continue onto Badger Creek Road and in 2.6 miles the farm will be on the left/to the east.
Price Information
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Price Summary:
List Price: $1,211,250
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Elementary School
7
/10
Van Meter Elementary School
520 1st Ave
Distance between this listing and this school3.20 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
High School
8
/10
Van Meter Jr-Sr High School
520 1st Ave
Distance between this listing and this school3.20 miles
Public District Grades 6-12
Assigned Schools
7
/10
Van Meter Elementary School
520 1st Ave
Distance between this listing and this school3.20 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
6
/10
Woodland Hills
1120 S 95th St
Distance between this listing and this school4.68 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
6
/10
Desoto Intermediate School
317 W Spruce St
Distance between this listing and this school5.93 miles
Public District Grades 3-5
Nearby Schools
5
/10
Waukee South Middle School
2350 SE La Grant Pkwy
Distance between this listing and this school6.32 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
7
/10
Waukee Middle School
905 Warrior Ln
Distance between this listing and this school7.38 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
9
/10
Adm Middle School
801 Nile Kinnick Dr S
Distance between this listing and this school9.47 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Assigned Schools
8
/10
Van Meter Jr-Sr High School
520 1st Ave
Distance between this listing and this school3.20 miles
Public District Grades 6-12
Nearby Schools
5
/10
Waukee Senior High School
555 SE University Ave
Distance between this listing and this school7.32 miles
Public District Grades 10-12
5
/10
Prairieview School
655 SE University Ave
Distance between this listing and this school7.34 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $85,737. Most Van Meter, IA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 3 Badger Creek Rd
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The listing price of 3 Badger Creek Rd property is $1,211,250.
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The property 3 Badger Creek Rd is land located in Van Meter, Iowa, 50038.
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Active Listing: 3 Badger Creek Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
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The assigned schools for 3 Badger Creek Rd are: Van Meter Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10Van Meter Jr-Sr High School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
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This home is located at 3 Badger Creek Rd in Van Meter, IA and zip code 50038. This home sits on a 96.90 acre lot. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 18, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,211,250.
In October 2024, from all listings sold in Van Meter, IA there were more than 0 sold above asking price, over 4 sold below and more than 0 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Van Meter, IA increased by 8.3% between September 2024 and October 2024. The median list price of listings available in October 2024 was $304,950, while the average time on the real estate market was 71 days.
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