Enjoy the best of both worlds with this charming Ankeny property offering country living in the city! Situated on over a half-acre lot, this home provides plenty of space to relax and enjoy the outdoors while remaining close to city conveniences. Inside, the vaulted living room creates an open, inviting atmosphere, while LVP flooring adds style and easy maintenance. The spacious, bright kitchen features stainless steel appliances and ample pantry space, providing plenty of room for cooking and entertaining. The main level also includes the primary bedroom and bathroom featuring a full-size soaking tub. A separate office space is perfect for working from home, and the laundry and mudroom area includes its own sink for added functionality. Step outside to enjoy the new patio with beautiful country views, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. An unfinished attic provides easily accessible storage space, and a large unique vaulted cellar is located on the property with original masonry work. Don't miss this unique opportunity to enjoy a country feel where you can raise your own chickens and still be in Ankeny! All of this for under $250,000!
For sale
$245,000
2801 NE 86th Ave, Ankeny, IA 50021
2beds
1,236sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
0.54 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$198/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Half-acre lotSpacious bright kitchenLvp flooringSeparate office spaceAmple pantry spaceStainless steel appliancesPrimary bedroom and bathroom
- 3 days
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Listed by:
Katie Bloom (515)360-1292,
LPT Realty, LLC,
Kyle Clarkson 515-554-2249,
LPT Realty, LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 752096
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Dining Area
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,236
- Total interior livable area: 1,236 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.54 Acres
- Dimensions: 120 x 195
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 20000408000000
- Zoning: AT
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ankeny
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $198/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $198,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,832
- Date on market: 10/29/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $245,000+12.6%$198/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #752096 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2024 | Sold | $217,500-1.1%$176/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #686521 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2024 | Pending sale | $220,000$178/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #686521 Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2024 | Price change | $220,000-4.3%$178/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #686521 Report a problem | ||
| 12/20/2023 | Price change | $230,000-4.2%$186/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #686521 Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2023 | Listed for sale | $240,000+4.3%$194/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #686521 Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: DMMLS #685298 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2023 | Price change | $230,000-4.2%$186/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #685298 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2023 | Price change | $240,000-4%$194/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #685298 Report a problem | ||
| 11/10/2023 | Listed for sale | $250,000+180.9%$202/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #685298 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2017 | Sold | $89,000-28.7%$72/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2015 | Listing removed | $124,900$101/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #504256 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2015 | Listed for sale | $124,900$101/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #504256 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,148 +1.9% | $198,400 +40.4% |
| 2024 | $2,108 +3.7% | $141,300 |
| 2023 | $2,032 +1.1% | $141,300 +26.8% |
| 2022 | $2,010 +5.5% | $111,400 |
| 2021 | $1,906 +0.7% | $111,400 +12.2% |
| 2020 | $1,892 +0.7% | $99,300 |
| 2019 | $1,878 +0.9% | $99,300 +4.1% |
| 2018 | $1,862 | $95,400 |
| 2017 | $1,862 +12% | $95,400 +5.4% |
| 2016 | $1,662 | $90,500 |
| 2015 | $1,662 +1.8% | $90,500 +1.7% |
| 2014 | $1,632 | $89,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $89,000 -1.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $90,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $90,000 +7.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $83,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $83,900 +6.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $78,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $78,900 +10.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $71,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $71,300 +9.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $65,290 +4.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $62,460 |
| 2001 | -- | $62,460 |
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Neighborhood: 50021
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Ankeny
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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