# 5745 SW Maffitt Lake Rd, West des Moines, IA 50265

> **TL;DR:** 4bd/6ba single family, $1,797,000 ($361/sqft), built 1979, 4,971 sqft.
> Fireplace, A/C. Est. $7,787/mo. Listed 23 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $1,797,000 |
| Price/sqft | $361 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 1 half |
| Square Feet | 4,971 |
| Year Built | 1979 |
| Lot Size | 359,806 sqft (8.26 acres) |
| Property Type | Single Family (Other) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 23 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $7,787 |
| **Total** | **$7,787** |

## Key Amenities

- Fireplace
- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1979
- 8.26 acre lot
- Fireplace

## Description

### Agent Description
Nestled on 8.26 private acres, Knob Hill Estate offers a rare combination of privacy, design, lifestyle, and location in one of Central Iowa's most sought-after acreage settings. Thoughtfully designed for timeless livability, this custom 4-bedroom, 5.5 bath home blends refined elegance with everyday comfort-an increasingly difficult balance to find in today's market. Expansive living spaces, abundant natural light, and seamless integration with the surrounding landscape create a home that feels both grand and inviting. Extensively renovated, the 6,715-square-foot residence showcases beautifully updated interiors and exceptional resort-style amenities. From the striking Italian marble fireplace feature wall to the private 20' x 40' in-ground pool and pool house, sauna, game room, and detached workshop with integrated greenhouse space, every element has been carefully curated to enhance both daily living and entertaining. Positioned directly across from Maffitt Reservoir and more than 1,000 acres of preserved recreation, the property provides immediate access to fishing, kayaking, hiking, horseback riding, and year-round wildlife viewing. What truly sets this property apart is its rare combination of acreage, architectural presence, luxury amenities, and close proximity to Jordan Creek, Des Moines International Airport, and downtown Des Moines-offering privacy and convenience seldom found together in Central Iowa.

## Location

- **Address:** 5745 SW Maffitt Lake Rd, West des Moines, IA 50265
- **County:** Polk
- **Coordinates:** 41.51955641, -93.78479179
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.51955641,-93.78479179

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Kathy Loew
- **Brokerage:** Whitaker Marketing Group
- **Phone:** 5153911677
- **Email:** kathy@wmgauction.com

## Primary Photo

![5745 SW Maffitt Lake Rd - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/3bb3cf0a2562a0599167c46255821d44l-f851200266r.jpg)

*88 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/5745-sw-maffitt-lake-rd-west-des-moines-ia-50265-6338130)*

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**MLS#:** 6338130 | **Updated:** 2026-06-19
**Source:** listhub

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