1875 280th St, Madrid, IA 50156

Peaceful country living with an ideal commuter location! Welcome to this incredibly well-maintained 2,400+ SF, 4-bedroom, 2-bath acreage home, offering a wonderful blend of classic Craftsman character and modern updates, all situated on 1.5 private acres. Conveniently located just 10 miles from Boone or Ames and 30 miles from Des Moines, with easy access only 1 mile east of Highway 17. Inside, you'll find beautiful refinished wood floors, original built-ins, and timeless character throughout. The main floor offers exceptional convenience with four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and laundry all on one level. The recently updated full bath features both a walk-in shower and jetted tub. Upstairs provides additional flexible living space that could be used as a 5th bedroom, home office, family room, or bonus space. The property offers exceptional versatility and storage with an attached 2-car garage, detached 1-car garage, and a 30' x 40' machine shed with a concrete floor. Recent improvements include Reva Flex basement flooring, Trex composite deck, 50-year triple-layer asphalt shingle roof installed in 2019, LeafGuard gutter guards, new siding in 2021 and a whole-house generator installed in 2024. Geothermal heating with a gas furnace backup provides efficient. Enjoy the privacy, space, and tranquility of acreage living without sacrificing convenience. With easy access to Boone, Ames, and the Des Moines metro, this property offers the best of both worlds.