$100,000
SOLD AUG 5, 2025

4740 S 116th St Runnells, IA 50237

2.05 Acres
$48,852 Price per Acre
89,167 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

26% Below List Price

157 Days on Market

About This Lot

As of August 2025

NEW PRICE—Now’s the Time to Build Your Dream!
Take advantage of this incredible opportunity to own 2 acres of prime land with no covenants! The covenants have expired, allowing you to create the lifestyle you’ve always wanted. Whether you're dreaming of a barndominium, a shop house, or a custom home, this picturesque property offers the perfect blend of space, privacy, and freedom—all with a welcoming “acre-hood” vibe. Located just 25 minutes from downtown Des Moines in the highly sought-after Southeast Polk School District, this rare corner lot sits on two hard-surface roads—no gravel, no hassle. Rural water is available at the street, making your building process even smoother.

Don't miss this unique chance to enjoy peaceful country living with convenient access to city amenities—all at a newly reduced price! All information provided by the seller and public records.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Angela Mckenzie

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 01/31/2025

RE/MAX Concepts

Last Buyer's Agent

Heather Clement

RE/MAX Concepts

RE/MAX Concepts

Property Details

Property Type

  • Land

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $74

Utilities

  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • Electricity Available at Street
  • 2.05 Acre Lot

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 16000762136000

Property Details

Property Type

Land

Est. Annual Taxes

$74

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Land
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: LotsLands

Exterior Features

  • Street Feature: Asphalt

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water: Community
  • Electricity: Street
  • Gas: Natural

Schools

  • School District: Southeast Polk

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.0470
  • Lot S F: 89186
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16000762136000
  • Zoning: Res

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 75.00
  • Net Taxes: 75.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Southeast Polk

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 31, 2025
Closed on
Jul 29, 2025
Sold by
Jenson Michael R and Jenson Ella N
Bought by
Lillegard Colby
Seller's Agent
Angela Mckenzie
RE/MAX Concepts
Buyer's Agent
Heather Clement
RE/MAX Concepts
List Price
$135,000
Sold Price
$100,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-25.93%
Views
100

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5352.17%
Original Mortgage
$75,000
Outstanding Balance
$75,000
Interest Rate
7.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$57,300

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 5, 2019
Sold by
Bak Roger F and Bak Karen C
Bought by
Jenson Michael R and Jenson Ella N
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $100,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $100,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $51,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $75,000 New Conventional
Closed $75,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/05/2025 08/05/25 Sold $100,000 -13.0% --
07/07/2025 07/07/25 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2025 05/14/25 Price Changed $115,000 -14.8% --
01/31/2025 01/31/25 For Sale $135,000 -- --
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $74 $3,290 $3,290 $0
2023 $74 $3,290 $3,290 $0
2022 $72 $2,520 $2,520 $0
2021 $66 $2,520 $2,520 $0
2020 $66 $2,460 $2,460 $0
2019 $60 $2,460 $2,460 $0
2018 $60 $3,260 $3,260 $0
2017 $58 $3,260 $3,260 $0
2016 $58 $3,310 $3,310 $0
2015 $58 $3,310 $3,310 $0
2014 $56 $3,360 $3,360 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Angela Mckenzie

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Angela Mckenzie

    RE/MAX

    (515) 778-6365

    593 Total Sales

    Angela Mckenzie
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  • Heather Clement

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Heather Clement

    RE/MAX

    (515) 689-5513

    73 Total Sales

    Heather Clement
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 711247

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 160-00762136000

Iowa Polk County Runnells 50237

4740 S 116th St, Runnells, IA

This home is located at 4740 S 116th St, Runnells, IA 50237 and is currently priced at $100,000. 4740 S 116th St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Runnells Elementary School, Southeast Polk Spring Creek- 6th Grade, and Southeast Polk Junior High School.

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