Land for Sale in Van Meter, Iowa
Timber Ridge Ave, Van Meter, IA 50261
Presenting 160 acres m/l of highly sought after farmland in Madison County, Iowa. Located 10 minutes from Van Meter and 15 minutes from West Des Moines, Iowa, this expansive property offers a rare blend of seclusion, accessibility, and diverse potential in one of Central Iowa's most desirable regions. Featuring lush pasture, wooded draws, and multiple ponds, this parcel is perfectly suited for livestock grazing, recreational use, or as a long-term investment. The property is within the Rural Residential Zone on Madison County's future land use map and sits between Woodland Valley Estates and Timber Ridge Estates. An engineering study confirmed water capacity for up to 30 lots. While not guaranteed, this opens the door for future landowners to explore potential development, subject to zoning and site approvals.
Location
- Street address
- Timber Ridge Ave
- County
- Madison County
- Community
- Van Meter
- Elevation
- 899 feet
Directions
From Van Meter, Iowa: Head East on County Highway F90 for 2.5 miles. Turn Right (South) on Badger Creek Road and continue for 1.5 miles. Turn left on 105th Street and continue East for 1.5 miles. Turn Right (South) on Timber Ridge Avenue and continue for 3 miles. The property is located on the left (East) side of the road. Look for signage.
Property details
- Acreage
- 160 acres
- Zoning
- Ag
- MLS #
- DMAAR 718801
- Posted
Property taxes
- Recent
- $1,982
Parcels
- 061012084000000
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2025 | Price drop | $1,840,000 | $80,000 -4.2% | DMAAR |
| Nov 11, 2025 | Relisted | $1,920,000 | — | DMAAR |
| Nov 5, 2025 | Listing removed | $1,920,000 | — | Listing agent |
| Oct 15, 2025 | Price drop | $1,920,000 | $240,000 -11.1% | DMAAR |
| Aug 28, 2025 | Price drop | $2,160,000 | $240,000 -10% | DMAAR |
| May 23, 2025 | New listing | $2,400,000 | — | DMAAR |
