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  • Price cut: $10K (8/17)
    $585,000

    8256 NW 26th St, Ankeny, IA 50023

    5beds
    2,907sqft
    : 
    $4,086/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1988
    1.36 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $201/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Formal dining roomSecond-floor laundryLarge bonus roomBright three-season roomFilled with natural lightAdjoining eat-in dining areaStorage shed
    1.36 acres in the heart of Ankeny, a rare opportunity to enjoy the space of acreage living without sacrificing the convenience of city amenities. Filled with natural light, the main level features a front living room, formal dining room, a convenient half bath, and a spacious kitchen with abundant storage. The adjoining eat-in dining area flows into a bright three-season room, perfect for morning coffee or entertaining, while the vaulted den with a cozy fireplace offers a warm gathering space. Step outside to the composite deck overlooking the expansive backyard. Upstairs you'll find four bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with an en-suite bath and walk-in closet, plus two additional bathrooms, second-floor laundry, and a large bonus room. The open overlook to the den below creates an airy, connected feel. The finished basement offers a generous family room, ample storage, and a fifth bedroom with an egress window and walk-in closet. The oversized four-car garage includes a convenient partial bath, making it ideal for hobbies, entertaining, or cleaning up after time outdoors. Outside, the beautifully landscaped vast lot offers mature and fruit trees, a fire pit, storage shed, children's playset, and endless room to relax, entertain, or grow. Ideally located minutes from Saylorville Lake, Prairie Trail, parks, golf, shopping, dining, and I-35, you'll enjoy quick access to boating, hiking, biking, and an easy commute to Des Moines and Ames.
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    Listed by:

    Sarah Poznanski (515)709-9529,

    Century 21 Signature

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 745810MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 5
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
      • Laundry: Upper Level
      Features
      • Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
      • Flooring: Carpet
      • Basement: Finished
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,907
      • Total interior livable area: 2,907 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 750

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Attached, Garage
      • Attached garage spaces: 4
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Exterior features: Deck, Fire Pit, Play Structure, Storage
      Lot
      • Size: 1.36 Acres
      • Features: Rectangular Lot
      Details
      • Additional structures: Storage
      • Parcel number: 18000897018000
      • Zoning: RES

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Two Story
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1988

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Ankeny

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $201/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $523,200
      • Annual tax amount: $7,460
      • Date on market: 7/23/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 29 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/17/2026Price change$585,000-1.7%$201/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #745810 Report a problem
        7/23/2026Listed for sale$595,000$205/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #745810 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$7,296 +2%$523,200 +6.6%
        2024$7,156 +0.3%$490,700
        2023$7,132 +1.1%$490,700 +22.7%
        2022$7,052 +4.8%$399,800
        2021$6,730 +1.3%$399,800 +11%
        2020$6,646 +9.4%$360,200
        2019$6,074 +1%$360,200 +13.5%
        2018$6,014 $317,400
        2017$6,014 +3.7%$317,400 +7.8%
        2016$5,798 $294,400
        2015$5,798 +6.8%$294,400 +6.6%
        2014$5,430 $276,100
        2013-- $276,100 -1.4%
        2012-- $280,000
        2011-- $280,000 -2.1%
        2010-- $286,100
        2009-- $286,100 -2%
        2008-- $291,800
        2007-- $291,800 +9.5%
        2006-- $266,400
        2005-- $266,400 +5.4%
        2003-- $252,700 +3.2%
        2002-- $244,950
        2001-- $244,950
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 50023

        Getting around

        2 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        9 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: Ankeny

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