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8256 NW 26th Street

Ankeny, IA 50023
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Bed 5

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Bath 5

Bath

SqFt2,907

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Acres1.36

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1.36 acres in the heart of Ankeny, a rare opportunity to enjoy the space of acreage living without sacrificing the convenience of city amenities. Filled with natural light, the main level features a front living room, formal dining room, a convenient half bath, and a spacious kitchen with abundant storage. The adjoining eat-in dining area flows into a bright three-season room, perfect for morning coffee or entertaining, while the vaulted den with a cozy fireplace offers a warm gathering space. Step outside to the composite deck overlooking the expansive backyard. Upstairs you'll find four bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with an en-suite bath and walk-in closet, plus two additional bathrooms, second-floor laundry, and a large bonus room. The open overlook to the den below cr eates an airy, connected feel. The finished basement offers a generous family room, ample storage, and a fifth bedroom with an egress window and walk-in closet. The oversized four-car garage includes a convenient partial bath, making it ideal for hobbies, entertaining, or cleaning up after time outdoors. Outside, the beautifully landscaped vast lot offers mature and fruit trees, a fire pit, storage shed, children's playset, and endless room to relax, entertain, or grow. Ideally located minutes from Saylorville Lake, Prairie Trail, parks, golf, shopping, dining, and I-35, you'll enjoy quick access to boating, hiking, biking, and an easy commute to Des Moines and Ames.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $595,000

AD Id : 88345486

MLS Id : 745810

Beds : 5

Lot Size : 1.36 Acres

Living Area Size : 2,907

Year Built : 1988

Garage : 4

County : Polk

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 5

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 5 Full Baths: 2 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes Basement: Finished
  • Flooring Information

    Carpet
  • Roofing Information

    Asphalt, Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Eat-in Kitchen Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer Laundry Features: Upper Level
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1988 Building Area Total: 2907 Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding Stories: 2 Patio And Porch Features: Deck Private Pool: No
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Storage

  • Lot Information

    Main Square Feet: 1.36 Acres Lot Size Acres: 1.36 Lot Size Square Feet: 59241 Lot Description: Rectangular Lot

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $595000 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 18000897018000 Annual Tax: $7460 Tax Legal Desc: LOT 18 OAKWOOD PARK

  • Parking Information

    Attached, Garage

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Has Attached Garage: Yes Garage Space: 4

  • Location Information

    Direction: From I-35, take Exit 92 for NE 36th St. Head west on NE 36th St, then turn north onto NW Irvinedale Dr. Turn west onto NW 26th St. Property will be on the south side of the road. WaterSource: Public
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ByOwner last updated this listing 07/24/2026 @ 18:40

MLS: 745810 LISTED BY: Sarah Poznanski, Century 21 Signature 515-224-4002 SOURCE: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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