Riverfront Agricultural
New
For Sale
$800,168
4900 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320
Large Iowa farm combining productive cropland, river access, and recreational land uses near the Des Moines metro.
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Days on Market5
Property Features for 4900 E Watrous Ave
General Information
Standard status
Active
Property subtype
Farm/Estate
Amenities
Total Taxes: $3,136, Percentage of Tax that is Deductable: 0
Sale, Sale Type: Foreclosure, Availability Date: 2026-08-17
Property Township: Allen
River View
Waterfront Property, River Waterfront, Body of Water Name: Des Moines River
Listing Agency:
Farm & Rec Real Estate LLC
Listed By:
Glen Salow
(641) 508-0028
Source:
Doyle-realty
Added: Sep 3
Changed: Sep 6
Last Checked: Sep 7 at 8:17AM
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This 87.45-acre Polk County farm includes approximately 74 FSA tillable acres with an average CSR2 rating of 86. Hard-surface road access supports agricultural operations, while the balance of the property adds timber, water resources, and Des Moines River frontage.
The river corridor contributes recreational value through opportunities for waterfowl and deer hunting, fishing, and other outdoor activities. A hunting lease is identified as a potential additional income source. The farm is located at the end of East Watrous Avenue in Des Moines, Iowa, with proximity to the Des Moines metro and area grain markets.
The river corridor contributes recreational value through opportunities for waterfowl and deer hunting, fishing, and other outdoor activities. A hunting lease is identified as a potential additional income source. The farm is located at the end of East Watrous Avenue in Des Moines, Iowa, with proximity to the Des Moines metro and area grain markets.
Key Highlights
- 87.45 deeded acres in Polk County
- Approximately 74 FSA tillable acres
- Average CSR2 rating of 86
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Location Intelligence
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Demographics for 50320, IA
23,369
Population
9,317
Households
2.5
Avg Household Size
34
Median Age
24%
College-Educated
86%
High-School Grad
16.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,391
Density / Sq Mi
$83,710
Median Household Income
$44,418
Median Earnings
$1,110
Median Rent
$207,700
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Farm - Large Iowa farm combining productive cropland, river access, and recreational land uses near the Des Moines metro.
Where is this farm located?
The property is located at 4900 E Watrous Ave Des Moines, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $800,168.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 87.45 deeded acres in Polk County; Approximately 74 FSA tillable acres; Average CSR2 rating of 86
