$655,000

308 Van Buren Dr van Meter, IA 50261

Estimated payment $4,387/month

Total Views 134
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,054 Sq Ft
$319 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Ranch Style House
  • Wet Bar
  • Van Meter Elementary School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • Covered Deck

About This Home

Discover this beautiful 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home with 3,794 square feet of finished living space in the sought-after Van Meter School District. This home offers an inviting, open layout featuring vaulted ceilings, fresh paint throughout, and a spacious kitchen that overlooks the living room. Perfect for family gatherings and entertaining. Cozy up by the fireplace or step onto the covered deck to enjoy the scenic backyard, which backs up to a newly renovated reserve pond. The backyard also includes a playset and huge side yard ideal for kids.

Downstairs, you'll find a fully finished walkout basement complete with a wet bar and ample storage. The three-car garage provides plenty of space for vehicles with extra storage, and a central vac system. With thoughtful details in every room, this home balances function, comfort, and a welcoming ambiance both inside and out.

Listing Agent

Aaron O'Tool

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 08/05/2025

RE/MAX Concepts

Co-Listing Agent

Jordan Johnson

RE/MAX Concepts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,606

Year Built

  • Built in 2010

Lot Details

  • 0.41 Acre Lot

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 2,054 Sq Ft Home
  • Wet Bar
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Family Room Downstairs
  • Dining Area
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Deck
  • Play Equipment

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1528255003

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,606

Year Built

Built in 2010

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Architecture: Traditional
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 318.89
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 2010
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Flr Laundry, Carpeting, Fire Alarm, Tile Floors, Wet Bar
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 2
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Partial Bath Lower: 1
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 1740
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: 1st Floor, Lower Level
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2054
  • Total Sq Ft: 2054

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Cement Board
  • Exterior Features: Children’s Play Set, Covered Deck
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 3 Attached

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water: Rural
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Van Meter

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.4100
  • Lot S F: 17725
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1528255003
  • Zoning: Res

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Net Taxes: 9606.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Van Meter

Map

Range of Values:

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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
2023 $9,606 $576,330 $70,000 $506,330
2022 $8,282 $501,570 $55,000 $446,570
2021 $8,282 $436,860 $55,000 $381,860
2020 $8,458 $428,470 $55,000 $373,470
2019 $8,364 $428,470 $55,000 $373,470
2018 $8,364 $405,840 $55,000 $350,840
2017 $8,286 $405,840 $55,000 $350,840
2016 $7,274 $353,210 $55,000 $298,210
2015 $7,254 $353,210 $0 $0
2014 $7,254 $353,210 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/05/2025 08/05/25 For Sale $655,000 -- $319 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $575,000 None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $426,500 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $517,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $130,500 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $200,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 723709

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 15-28-255-003