A true architectural masterpiece, this nearly 10,000-sq-ft Prairie-style contemporary estate rests on 24.08 private acres in Dallas County, minutes from West Des Moines and near Dale Maffitt Reservoir. A waterfall entrance and winding drive lead to a resort-like setting with a pool, hot tub, outdoor kitchen, woods, pond and dock. Inside, soaring windows, maple floors, a European fireplace and sculptural floating staircase showcase exceptional craftsmanship. The chef’s kitchen features a 14-ft granite island, 8-ft stainless farmhouse sink, plus Sub-Zero and Miele appliances. Host unforgettable gatherings in the dining room with seating for 20 and built-in buffets and Miele warming drawers. The main-level primary retreat offers a hidden coffee bar, private sun porch and spa bath with heated floors, BainUltra air-jetted tub with chromatherapy lighting, tile shower and water closet w/ bidet. Upstairs are 2 en-suite bedrooms and a loft/office. The walkout lower level is an entertainer’s dream with a full kitchen, 2nd office, theater, gym, sauna and poolside locker-room baths. A heated/cooled fishing cabin offers a peaceful escape, while the 60x120 heated and cooled outbuilding used as a shop, storage, 4-stall stable, tack room and bath. 2 more outbuildings on property provide room for hobbies or storage. Additional highlights include a heated entry drive, heated 3-car garage and 66kW solar system providing exceptionally low electric costs. Truly one of a kind!
For sale
$4,750,000
34984 Maffitt Lake Rd, Cumming, IA 50061
3beds
6,937sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2005
24.08 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$685/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
European fireplaceHot tubOutdoor kitchenPond and dockMaple floorsWaterfall entranceBuilt-in buffets
- 69 days
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Listed by:
Megan Hill Mitchum (515)290-8269,
Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 745357
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Geothermal, Heat Pump, Propane
Cooling
- Geothermal
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Wet Bar, Central Vacuum, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas, Gas Log, Vented
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,937
- Total interior livable area: 6,937 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 3,000
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Detached, Garage, Three Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Approach with Ramp
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Heated Driveway, Hot Tub/Spa, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Outdoor Kitchen, Patio, Storage
- Pool features: Heated, In Ground, Outdoor Pool
- Has spa: Yes
- Fencing: Metal,Other
Lot
- Size: 24.08 Acres
- Features: Rectangular Lot, Pond on Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Storage
- Parcel number: 1636300001
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Stucco
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Cumming
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $685/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,534,230
- Annual tax amount: $22,717
- Date on market: 7/16/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 71 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,750,000+138.1%$685/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #745357 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2016 | Sold | $1,995,000$288/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #520819 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2016 | Listing removed | $1,995,000$288/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #520819 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2016 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000$288/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #520819 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2016 | Listing removed | $1,995,000$288/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #434072 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2014 | Price change | $1,995,000-24.7%$288/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #434072 Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2013 | Price change | $2,650,000-4.5%$382/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE GROUP #419157 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2013 | Price change | $2,775,000-1.8%$400/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Mid-America Group, Realtors #409510 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2012 | Listed for sale | $2,825,000$407/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker #409510 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $22,492 +1.7% | $2,534,230 +5.3% |
| 2024 | $22,120 -6.1% | $2,406,200 |
| 2023 | $23,548 +13.5% | $2,406,200 +12.8% |
| 2022 | $20,742 -5.5% | $2,132,920 +12.7% |
| 2021 | $21,942 +1.8% | $1,892,330 +1.8% |
| 2020 | $21,550 -10.7% | $1,859,730 |
| 2019 | $24,124 +0.4% | $1,859,730 -5.8% |
| 2018 | $24,032 | $1,974,670 |
| 2017 | $24,032 -3.4% | $1,974,670 +2.4% |
| 2016 | $24,882 -0.2% | $1,928,880 |
| 2015 | $24,936 +14.7% | $1,928,880 +11.3% |
| 2014 | $21,738 +1.3% | $1,733,340 |
| 2013 | $21,459 +3.8% | -- |
| 2012 | $20,664 +2.2% | -- |
| 2011 | $20,222 +1.1% | -- |
| 2010 | $20,004 +8% | -- |
| 2009 | $18,518 +24% | -- |
| 2008 | $14,936 +105.8% | -- |
| 2007 | $7,258 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 50061
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: West Des Moines
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