Recreational Land & Farm for Sale in Van Meter, Iowa
Timber Ridge Ave, Van Meter, IA 50261
Peoples Company & Knapp Properties are proud to present 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.
***This farm is being listed in conjunction with Knapp Properties, LC. For more questions, please contact Angie Tessau at 515.707.6889 or .
Location
- Street address
- Timber Ridge Ave
- County
- Madison County
- Elevation
- 880 feet
Property details
- Acreage
- 160 acres
- Posted
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Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 9, 2025 | Under contract | $1,840,000 | — | DMAAR |
| 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 |
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