Just north of Adel, this 11.5-acre timbered river property offers one of the most exclusive and scenic building opportunities in the Des Moines metro area. Set high above the North Raccoon River, the land combines mature hardwood timber, elevation, and long views to the northwest across the river valley. The result is a private and inspiring backdrop for your dream home a place where you can enjoy both quiet seclusion and easy access to one of Iowa’s fastest-growing regions.Properties of this quality and location are increasingly rare in Dallas County. The site captures the essence of luxury country living unmatched privacy, natural beauty, and proximity to metro amenities. This lot offers an exceptional opportunity to build a custom residence that reflects both refined taste and a connection to the outdoors, yet all within minutes from schools, shopping, dining and entertainment.This ...
Just north of Adel, this 11.5-acre timbered river property offers one of the most exclusive and scenic building opportunities in the Des Moines metro area. Set high above the North Raccoon River, the land combines mature hardwood timber, elevation, and long views to the northwest across the river valley. The result is a private and inspiring backdrop for your dream home a place where you can enjoy both quiet seclusion and easy access to one of Iowa’s fastest-growing regions.Properties of this quality and location are increasingly rare in Dallas County. The site captures the essence of luxury country living unmatched privacy, natural beauty, and proximity to metro amenities. This lot offers an exceptional opportunity to build a custom residence that reflects both refined taste and a connection to the outdoors, yet all within minutes from schools, shopping, dining and entertainment.This site places you in one of Iowa’s most dynamic corridors. Dallas County is the state’s fastest-growing county over the last decade, with strong recent gains and household incomes among the highest in Iowakey markers for long-term demand and resale confidence. The broader Des MoinesWest Des Moines metro continues to expandup to ~754,000 residents in 2024, a 6%+ increase since 2020driven by diversified employment, new investment, and quality-of-life advantages. That growth supports premium custom builds and amenities while preserving the small-town feel that makes Adel and Dallas Center so desirable.The property is served by the Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District, widely regarded for performance, with multiple schools rated in the top tiers on the Iowa School Performance Profilesanother marker of long-term value.Executive-caliber timbered river lots like this are exceptionally scarce in Dallas County. Here, you’re acquiring not just acreage, but a legacy-quality homesite with custom-build flexibility, protected views, and a quiet, end-of-the-road feel that’s minutes from everyday conveniences. It’s the right canvas for a statement residencebarndominium, modern farmhouse, or contemporary designframed by timber and privacy.Private showings are available by appointment only. Contact the listing agent to experience this exclusive 11.5-acre timbered river property firsthand and see why it represents one of the most desirable building sites in the greater Des Moines area.
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