About This Home

This 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom single family at 36848 Forest Lane in Van Meter, IA is listed for $375,000 ($180 per sqft). Built in 2024, the home offers 2,081 sqft of living space on a 0.74 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 2024
  • 0.74 acre lot
  • 2 stories
  • Fireplace

Property Details

2 stories
3 full, 1 half
2-car garage
2024

Amenities

FireplaceA/C
Listing Description

Looking for instant equity? This 1.5-story home situated on a 3/4-acre lot is waiting for your finishing touches! This bank-owned property is on the home stretch of completion and offers over 3,000 sqft, a unique floor plan, wooded views, and a peaceful country setting.

Step inside to a dramatic great room showcasing soaring two-story vaulted ceilings and a wall of windows that brings the outdoors in. The open kitchen offers generous space for the included cabinetry, a large island with seating, and an adjoining dining area with sliders leading to the deck overlooking the wooded lot.

Retreat to the main-level primary suite featuring a private bath and walk-in closet with convenient access to the laundry room. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms are connected by a catwalk-style hallway overlooking the main level. There?s even more potential in the lower level, ready to be finished with space for an additional bedroom, great room, and access to the attached garage.

Located in the desirable Hunters Run Community, enjoy the peace and tranquility of a country setting while keeping city amenities within easy reach. Just southeast of West Des Moines, you?ll appreciate nearby recreation along the Raccoon River, easy access to Cumming, and convenient commuting via I-235. Bring your tools, your vision, and finish this gem to make it your own!

Monthly Cost Estimate

$2,436/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$271
Interest$1,625
Insurance$109
HOA$430

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

36848 Forest Lane

Van Meter, IA 50261

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

DiningArea

Exterior Features

DeckPatio

Property Details

Outdoor Features

DeckPatio

Parking

Garage

Heating

Propane (Heating)

Cooling

Central Air

Questions & Answers

This 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom single family at 36848 Forest Lane is listed at $375,000 ($180/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $2,435 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance, HOA fees.

HOA fees are $430/month.

Key features include: Built in 2024, 0.74 acre lot, 2 stories, Fireplace. Interior Features: DiningArea. Exterior Features: Deck, Patio.

This property is listed by Pennie Carroll.

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Pennie Carroll

Agent at Pennie Carroll & Assoc

Listed by Pennie Carroll & Assoc · Broker phone: (515) 967-3544 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 748931· Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc.· 49 days on PropertySimple

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36848 Forest Lane, Van Meter, IA 50261

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