12197 211th Ave van Wert, IA 50262
Estimated payment $1,841/month
Highlights
- Ranch Style House
- Central Air
- Baseboard Heating
- No HOA
About This Home
Commuter’s Special – Perfect Small Acreage with Shop! Only minutes from town, this 1,176 sq. ft. ranch-style home sits on beautiful acreage with easy access to I-35 at the Van Wert exit. Inside you’ll find a practical floor plan with 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, and a full 1,176 sq. ft. unfinished basement offering endless possibilities for additional living space, storage, or a recreation area. The property features: Attached 2-car garage for everyday convenience 30’ x 34’ two-bay shop – perfect for hobbies, equipment, or a small business Additional storage shed for yard and garden tools or livestock for a hobby farm. Mature shade trees and open yard space with plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors This acreage provides easy access to Osceola, Leon, and West Des Moines, making it ideal for commuters who want peaceful rural living without sacrificing convenience. Whether you’re looking for your forever home or a property with room to grow, this one checks all the boxes. Contact Heath Martin to schedule your personal tour of this great property.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,520
Year Built
- Built in 1976
Lot Details
- 8 Acre Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- 1,176 Sq Ft Home
- Ranch Style House
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Metal Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
Utilities
- Central Air
- Baseboard Heating
- Septic Tank
Additional Features
- Unfinished Basement
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 034+0213100001
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,520 | $170,030 | $53,600 | $116,430 |
| 2023 | $2,088 | $170,030 | $53,600 | $116,430 |
| 2022 | $1,802 | $116,490 | $13,655 | $102,835 |
| 2021 | $1,936 | $104,226 | $13,655 | $90,571 |
| 2020 | $1,942 | $104,226 | $13,655 | $90,571 |
| 2019 | $1,904 | $96,548 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,904 | $96,548 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,872 | $84,691 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,774 | $84,691 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,774 | $84,691 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $3,506 | $84,691 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | $1,586 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/21/2025 11/21/25 | Price Changed | $310,000 | -3.1% | $264 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/31/2025 10/31/25 | For Sale | $319,900 | 0.0% | $272 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/27/2025 10/27/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/26/2025 08/26/25 | Price Changed | $319,900 | -1.5% | $272 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/10/2025 08/10/25 | For Sale | $324,900 | +153.8% | $276 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/05/2017 05/05/17 | Sold | $128,000 | -5.2% | $109 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/02/2017 03/02/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/16/2017 02/16/17 | For Sale | $135,000 | -- | $115 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $128,000 | None Available |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $88,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 724078
APN: 0213100001
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