1245 SE Browns Woods Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50265
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Signature Real Estate
1245 SE Browns Woods Drive,West Des Moines, IA 50265
$999,000
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 4,967 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: b.j. knapp, sara gaskell
Office: iowa realty mills crossing
MLS#:751938
Source:IA_DMAAR
Price summary
- Price:$999,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$201.13
About this home
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own an extraordinary piece of West Des Moines history. Never before offered on the market, this remarkable property encompasses over 27 acres of protected natural beauty, backing to the Raccoon River and preserved by a conservation easement. A true private sanctuary, the property offers abundant wildlife, scenic river views, and peaceful walking trails in an incredibly special setting. Built in 1967 and recognized as Architectural Home of the Year, the existing residence presents a rare opportunity to restore and reimagine a significant piece of architectural history—or create something entirely your own. A designated one-acre building envelope provides the opportunity to build your dream home surrounded by nature, privacy, and breathtaking views. The land cannot be subdivided or developed beyond the rights permitted by the conservation easement, making this a truly unique offering for those who value preservation, architecture, and an extraordinary connection to the outdoors. Opportunities like this simply do not come along twice. A remarkable legacy property in the heart of West Des Moines....
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Home facts
- Year built:1967
- Listing ID #:751938
- Added:1 day(s) ago
- Updated:October 26, 2026 at 05:53 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:5
- Total bathrooms:4
- Full bathrooms:1
- Half bathrooms:1
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Crawl Space
- Living area:4,967 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Metal
- Year built:1967
- Building area:4,967 sq. ft.
- Lot area:27.46 Acres
- Architectural Style:Two Story
- Construction Materials:Frame, Stucco
- Foundation Description:Slab
- Levels:2 Story
Utilities
- Water:Rural
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$999,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$201.13
- Tax amount:$13,608
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Upper Level
Parking
- Parking description:Detached, Garage, Three Car Garage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:3
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