About This Home

This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 2801 NE 86th Avenue in Ankeny, IA is listed for $245,000 ($198 per sqft). Built in 1940, the home offers 1,236 sqft of living space on a 0.54 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1940
  • 0.54 acre lot
  • 2 stories

Property Details

2 stories
1 full
1-car garage
1940

Amenities

A/C
Listing Description

Enjoy the best of both worlds with this charming Ankeny property offering country living in the city! Situated on over a half-acre lot, this home provides plenty of space to relax and enjoy the outdoors while remaining close to city conveniences. Inside, the vaulted living room creates an open, inviting atmosphere, while LVP flooring adds style and easy maintenance.

The spacious, bright kitchen features stainless steel appliances and ample pantry space, providing plenty of room for cooking and entertaining. The main level also includes the primary bedroom and bathroom featuring a full-size soaking tub. A separate office space is perfect for working from home, and the laundry and mudroom area includes its own sink for added functionality.

Step outside to enjoy the new patio with beautiful country views, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. An unfinished attic provides easily accessible storage space, and a large unique vaulted cellar is located on the property with original masonry work. Don't miss this unique opportunity to enjoy a country feel where you can raise your own chickens and still be in Ankeny! All of this for under $250,000!

Monthly Cost Estimate

$1,310/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$177
Interest$1,062
Insurance$71

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

2801 NE 86th Avenue

Ankeny, IA 50021

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

DiningArea

Exterior Features

Patio

Property Details

Flooring

Carpet

Construction

MetalSiding

Outdoor Features

Patio

Parking

Garage

Heating

Propane (Heating)

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

DryerDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher

Questions & Answers

This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 2801 NE 86th Avenue is listed at $245,000 ($198/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $1,310 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1940, 0.54 acre lot, 2 stories. Interior Features: DiningArea. Exterior Features: Patio.

This property is listed by Katie Bloom.

KB

Katie Bloom

Agent at LPT Realty, LLC

Listed by LPT Realty, LLC · Broker phone: (515) 669-4010 · View on Broker Site

MLS# 752096· Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc.· 2 days on PropertySimple

Copyright © 2026 Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

2801 NE 86th Avenue, Ankeny, IA 50021

Open this listing in: