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    TBD 5 Acres Lot 3 Old Portland Road, Adel, IA 50003

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    $230,000

    LAND - Adel, IA

    Lot size:
    5.00 Acres
    Added:
    Nov 3, 2025
    Days on Market:
    204
    Last Refresh:
    May 26 at 5:06 pm

    Property Features for TBD 5 Acres Lot 3 Old Portland Road

    General Information

    Property type
    Land
    Property subtype
    Other
    Zoning
    R
    Standard status
    Active
    Lot size
    5.00 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Description
    PARCEL 17-19 N3/4 SE SE/EX PARCEL 17-9 & PARCEL 17-139/

    Utilities

    Sewer type
    Septic Tank

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    Listing Contact
    Brett Baker

    Listing agent Brett Baker

    Listing office RE/MAX Concepts 2940 Grand Prairie Pkwy Ste. 200, IA

    Listing date Nov 3, 2025

    MLS# 729681 Listing URL

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    HighLights

    • 5 acres in the desirable Van Meter School District, and NO HOA!
    • Ideal walkout build site featuring a pond and elevated views.
    • Xenia Rural Water and Electric are conveniently located at the road.
    • Award‑winning Van Meter School District.
    • Conveniently located: just 17 minutes to Jordan Creek/Des Moines Metro.
    • Ample road frontage ensures privacy.

    Overview

    This 5-acre lot offers a rare opportunity to build a custom home in the Van Meter School District. Located 1.8 miles down a gravel road northwest of Van Meter, the property provides space and privacy while remaining connected to the Des Moines metro area, which is just 17 minutes away from Jordan Creek. The location is also close to De Soto, Adel, and Waukee. Lot 3 is ready for construction, featuring a grade suitable for a walkout design, a small pond, and ample road frontage from an elevated build site. Xenia rural water and electric are available at the road. The absence of an HOA provides freedom in designing a dream home. The Van Meter School District is recognized for its academic excellence, award-winning programs, and commitment to education.
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    Residential land & home ...

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Restaurant Law Firm Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Building Supply Auto Repair Shop Gym & Fitness Center Pharmacy

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

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    City
    Adel
    County
    Dallas
    State
    Iowa
    Longitude
    -94.008283
    Latitude
    41.610596

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Residential land & home lot - 5 acres to build your dream home, no HOA!
    Where is this residential land & home lot located?
    The property is located at TBD 5 Acres Lot 3 Old Portland Road Adel, IA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $230,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: 5 acres in the desirable Van Meter School District, and NO HOA!; Ideal walkout build site featuring a pond and elevated views.; Xenia Rural Water and Electric are conveniently located at the road.
    (515) 979-9984
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

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    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

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    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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