Escape the city without giving up convenience! A short distance of gravel off the main highway, this beautifully updated acreage just outside of Des Moines offers the perfect balance of peaceful country living and an easy commute to the metro. 4-square farmhouse situated on 6.5 acres is ideal for those craving room to breathe.The 1,746 sq ft home has been mostly updated, blending modern comfort with rural charm. Inside, you’ll find a warm and inviting layout with plenty of natural light, functional living space, and updates that make this home truly move-in ready. So many updates and not enough room to list! The big ticket items have been done, including HVAC 2024, Well- new pressure tank & controller, Septic 2019, New electrical breaker box 2025, water heater and pex manifold 2023, reverse osmosis to kitchen sink and fridge, whole house UV light filtration, updated kitchen with corian countertops, and more. Step outside and you’ll quickly see what sets this property apart—multiple metal machine sheds provide incredible versatility for storage, hobbies, small business use, or all your toys. Electric is ran to 3 buildings, including a separate workshop inside one building and a heated chicken coop in another. This property has hosted chickens, ducks, goats, & horses. Multiple fruit trees and a fenced garden area with water access. If you’ve been waiting for that hard-to-find combination of updated home, usable outbuildings, and acreage close to the metro—this is it.

Source: Des Moines Area, MLS#: 739296