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West Des Moines Estate Lot
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$95,000

5663 SW Maffitt Lake Road, West Des Moines, IA 50265

LAND - West Des Moines, IA

Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size1.74 Acres
Days on Market100

Property Features for 5663 SW Maffitt Lake Road

General Information

Property type Land
Property subtype Other
Zoning RE
Lot features Irregular Lot
Elementary school district West Des Moines
Middle school district West Des Moines
High school district West Des Moines
Directions I-35 south then exit on to Hwy 5 then take first exit (south 35th Street), then south to SW Maffitt Lake Drive, then west. Development is west on I-35 of north side of road.
Subdivision West Des Moines
Standard status Active
APN 32002962250001
Lot size 1.74 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description LOT 1 MAFFITT RIDGE PLAT 2
Tax Annual Amount 2485
Legal Description LOT 1 MAFFITT RIDGE PLAT 2

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Water source Public
Listing Agency: RE/MAX Concepts · RE/MAX International
Listed By: Robin Von Gillern
Added: May 1 Changed: Aug 2 Last Checked: Aug 8 at 11:06PM
MLS# 739855

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located in West Des Moines, this environmentally friendly development, Maffitt Ridge, features estate lots ranging from 0.92 to 2.90 acres. Walkout lots are available within the wooded neighborhood, which includes wildflowers, native prairie grasses, wildlife, and a paved walking trail. The development is located in the West Des Moines School District, offering a private setting that is minutes from West Glen and Jordan Creek Town Center. This builder-friendly development allows buyers to choose their own builder. The property is adjacent to Maffitt Lake, a 1,500 acre park and reservoir, with fishing docks and 4.5 miles of hiking trails. Public services include city sewer, city water, street maintenance, snow removal and garbage removal. One of the available lots is 1.736 acres.

Key Highlights

  • Private estate lots ranging from 0.92 to 2.90 acres in a wooded, environmentally friendly development.
  • Located in the highly desirable West Des Moines School District.
  • Adjacent to Maffitt Lake and a 1,500‑acre park/reservoir featuring fishing docks and 4.5 miles of hiking trails.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Residential land & home ...

Suggested Use

Top Pick Bed & Breakfast Hotel & Motel

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 50265, IA

32,187
Population
15,104
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
48%
College-Educated
95%
High-School Grad
19.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,668
Density / Sq Mi
$84,588
Median Household Income
$49,785
Median Earnings
$1,065
Median Rent
$267,600
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Land - Environmentally friendly development with acreage and convenient location.
Where is this land located?
The property is located at 5663 SW Maffitt Lake Road West Des Moines, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $95,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Private estate lots ranging from 0.92 to 2.90 acres in a wooded, environmentally friendly development.; Located in the highly desirable West Des Moines School District.; Adjacent to Maffitt Lake and a 1,500‑acre park/reservoir featuring fishing docks and 4.5 miles of hiking trails.
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