# Old Portland Road, Van Meter, IA 50003 > **TL;DR:** land, $250,000. Est. $1,337/mo. Listed 25 days. ## Property at a Glance | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | Price | $250,000 | | Lot Size | 217,800 sqft (5.00 acres) | | Property Type | Land (Other) | | Status | Active | | Days on Market | 25 | ## Estimated Monthly Costs | Category | Amount | |----------|--------| | Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $1,264 | | Estimated Insurance | $73 | | **Total** | **$1,337** | ## Property Highlights - 5.00 acre lot ## Description ### Agent Description 5 acres of freedom in Van Meter School District (Dallas County) to build the home you've always envisioned with no HOA! Design your dream home on your terms, bring your own builder with rural water and electric at the road. Lot 2 is ready to build with the flattest and higherst grade already suitable for a walkout or daylight basement. The Van Meter School District is consistently ranked among Iowa's best, with blue ribbon recognition, award-winning programs, and a genuine commitment to academic excellence. This 5-acre canvas is yours to design without compromise. The location is prime, West of Waukee and 17 minutes to Jordan Creek and close to the Des Moines metro. Porperty sits NW of Van Meter and very close to De Soto, Adel, and Waukee. You get space, privacy, and the freedom to live on your own terms while staying connected to everything that matters. Reach out to listing agent prior to showing! ## Location - **Address:** Old Portland Road, Van Meter, IA 50003 - **County:** Dallas - **Coordinates:** 41.549101, -93.976185 - **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.549101,-93.976185 ## Listing Agent - **Name:** Brett Baker - **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Concepts - **Broker Phone:** (515) 276-2872 - **Listing URL:** [View original listing](https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/Old-Portland-Rd_Van-Meter_IA_50261_M91171-77054?f=listhub&s=DMAARIA&m=750661&c=propsimple) ## Photos ![Old Portland Road - Photo 1](http://lh.rdcpix.com/4d45c0b508852a29c4cc7cbee00190f4l-f1902894658r.jpg) ![Old Portland Road - Photo 2](http://lh.rdcpix.com/4d45c0b508852a29c4cc7cbee00190f4l-f3737665801r.jpg) ![Old Portland Road - Photo 3](http://lh.rdcpix.com/4d45c0b508852a29c4cc7cbee00190f4l-f3148662041r.jpg) --- **MLS#:** 750661 | **Updated:** 2026-10-20 **Source:** listhub *Copyright © 2026 Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc. 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