FOR SALE BY OWNER – Rare Diamondhead Lake Waterfront Opportunity!
One of the last true waterfront properties available at Diamondhead Lake!
This unique offering includes two parceled lakefront lots tucked away in a peaceful cove, providing privacy, beautiful water views, and endless possibilities to build your dream lake retreat.
Property Features:
• 2 lakefront parcels included
• 19,980 total sq ft (.46 acres)
• Located in a quiet, protected cove
• Approx. 6 ft water depth — ideal for a dock and boat lift
• 720 sq ft garage already on site
• Plenty of space for a custom home, outdoor entertaining, and lake living
Conveniently located just 38 miles west of West Des Moines, this property offers peaceful lake living with everyday conveniences only minutes away, including restaurants, a grocery store, gas stations, and more.
Enjoy all that the lake community has to offer, including:
• Boating & swimming access
• 2 boat ramps for HOA members
• ATV & walking trails
• Archery hunting opportunities
• Disc golf course
• Parks & recreational areas
Whether you’re looking to build your forever home, a weekend getaway, or invest in one of the few remaining waterfront lots at Diamondhead Lake, this property offers an incredible opportunity to enjoy lakefront living in a peaceful cove setting.
For sale by owner
$250,000
8103 Walts Point Dr, Dexter, IA 50070
3beds
0baths
6,660Square Feet
VacantLand
Built in 1969
6,660 Square Feet Lot
$195,700 Zestimate®
$217/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two parceled lakefront lotsBeautiful water views
- 32 days |
- 562 |
- 2 |
Listed by:
Property Owner (515) 343-7856
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 0
Heating
- Forced air
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum / Vinyl
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,152 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Carport
Features
- Exterior features: Other
Lot
- Size: 6,660 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 0001445900
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Dexter
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $217/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $260,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,790
- Date on market: 5/28/2026
Estimated market value
$195,700
$143,000 - $258,000
$1,968/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $250,000+108.3%$217/sqft |
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| 11/26/2025 | Sold | $120,000-29.4%$104/sqft |
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| 11/10/2025 | Pending sale | $170,000$148/sqft |
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| 10/8/2025 | Price change | $170,000-10.5%$148/sqft |
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| 8/18/2025 | Price change | $189,900-5%$165/sqft |
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| 7/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $199,900$174/sqft |
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| 7/2/2025 | Pending sale | $199,900$174/sqft |
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| 5/27/2025 | Price change | $199,900-7%$174/sqft |
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| 3/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $215,000$187/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,790 +0.4% | $260,400 +5.1% |
| 2024 | $2,780 +12.8% | $247,800 |
| 2023 | $2,464 +1.1% | $247,800 +39.8% |
| 2022 | $2,436 -9.8% | $177,200 |
| 2021 | $2,702 -1.6% | $177,200 +9.7% |
| 2020 | $2,746 +20.6% | $161,500 |
| 2019 | $2,278 +7.1% | $161,500 +22.3% |
| 2018 | $2,127 +8.1% | $132,100 |
| 2017 | $1,968 +0.3% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,962 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,962 +16.6% | $123,234 |
| 2014 | $1,682 +4.2% | $123,234 |
| 2013 | $1,614 +31.4% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,228 +3.2% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,190 | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment$--/mo
Payment breakdown
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 50070
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Dexter Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 2.8 mi
- 8/10West Central Valley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.4 mi
- 4/10West Central Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.9 mi
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- Iowa
- Guthrie County
- Dexter
- 50070
- 8103 Walts Point Dr



