Your own private retreat just off the DeSoto exit! This 16-acre property offers a pristine, fully stocked pond surrounded by heavily timbered acres, creating an incredible setting for privacy, outdoor recreation, and peaceful views. Overlooking the pond, the 3,200-square-foot ranch features kitchens on both the main and lower levels. In its original condition, the home is ready for your vision to transform it into the retreat you?ve always imagined. A versatile 45 x 90 shop features recently updated siding, electrical service, a partial concrete floor, and two oversized doors?ideal for hobbies, equipment, and storage. From fishing to exploring the woods or simply enjoying the views, this property offers room to make the most of the outdoors. Don?t miss this opportunity to create your dream acreage!
For sale
Price cut: $100 (10/19)
$799,900
36602 Osage Ave, Van Meter, IA 50261
3beds
2,072sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1992
16 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$386/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Pristine fully stocked pondElectrical serviceRecently updated sidingTwo oversized doors
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Michelle Renken (515)979-0857,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 751541
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,072
- Total interior livable area: 2,072 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,592
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Storage
Lot
- Size: 16 Acres
- Features: Pond on Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 1531400003
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1992
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Rural
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Van Meter
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $386/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $629,760
- Annual tax amount: $6,998
- Date on market: 10/19/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,300/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/19/2026 | Price change | $799,9000%$386/sqft |
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| 10/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $800,000-12.1%$386/sqft |
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| 9/30/2026 | Sold | $910,000-9%$439/sqft |
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| 9/4/2026 | Pending sale | $999,900$483/sqft |
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| 8/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $999,900$483/sqft |
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| 6/16/2026 | Pending sale | $999,900$483/sqft |
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| 6/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $999,900$483/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,922 +2% | $629,760 +8.3% |
| 2024 | $6,784 +26.9% | $581,280 |
| 2023 | $5,346 +18% | $581,280 +42.1% |
| 2022 | $4,530 -5.2% | $408,990 +18.3% |
| 2021 | $4,780 +2.1% | $345,730 +4.8% |
| 2020 | $4,682 +34% | $329,900 |
| 2019 | $3,494 +1.3% | $329,900 +38.9% |
| 2018 | $3,448 | $237,590 |
| 2017 | $3,448 -8.1% | $237,590 -3% |
| 2016 | $3,751 +3.8% | $244,840 -0.8% |
| 2015 | $3,614 +4.5% | $246,710 +0.1% |
| 2014 | $3,458 +7.4% | $246,580 |
| 2013 | $3,220 +1.3% | -- |
| 2012 | $3,180 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 50261
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Adel-Desoto-Minburn
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






