Discover a rare opportunity in West Des Moines' sought-after Grand Heights subdivision: a 3.37-acre wooded walkout homesite offering the privacy and character of mature, old-growth timber just minutes from the city. This rectangular lot's natural, established setting is difficult to find so close to town, making it an exceptional canvas for your custom home.
The walkout topography adds design flexibility, opening the door to a lower-level living space or a walkout patio that takes full advantage of the wooded backdrop — a feature that's tough to replicate on a flat, open lot.
Build on your terms — there's no preferred-builder requirement and no HOA to answer to. The property also welcomes detached structures, outbuildings, and toy sheds, leaving plenty of room for a shop, extra storage, or a dedicated hobby space alongside your main residence.
The groundwork is already done: public water, public sewer, and electricity are all available at the lot, so you can move straight into design and permitting without waiting on infrastructure. The property is zoned residential, located within the highly regarded West Des Moines school district.
Grand Heights offers wooded seclusion with everyday convenience nearby — shopping, dining, and top-rated schools are just a short drive away.
Space, privacy, flexibility, and location — this premium, tree-lined homesite in one of West Des Moines' most desirable neighborhoods checks every box for your next custom build.
Lot/land
Price cut: $26K (9/18)
$599,000
5088 Grand Ridge Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50265
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3.37Acres
Unimproved Land
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3.37 Acres Lot
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What's special
Wooded backdropWalkout topography
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Listed by:
Pete Jones (515)422-1460,
LPT Realty, LLC,
Kyle Clarkson 515-554-2249,
LPT Realty, LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 747059
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
Features
- Basement: Walk-Out Access
Video & virtual tour
Property
Lot
- Size: 3.37 Acres
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 32000327004006
- Zoning: R
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: West Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $49,880
- Annual tax amount: $757
- Date on market: 8/11/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 58 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/18/2026 | Price change | $599,000-4.2% |
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| 8/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $625,000+111.9% |
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| 10/27/2022 | Sold | $295,000-1.3% |
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| 7/15/2022 | Pending sale | $299,000 |
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| 3/31/2022 | Listed for sale | $299,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $808 +2.3% | $49,880 |
| 2024 | $790 -18% | $49,880 |
| 2023 | $964 +1.3% | $49,880 |
| 2022 | $952 | $49,880 |
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Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 50265
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: West Des Moines
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





