4960 Kelsey Dr, Van Meter, IA, 50261
About This Home
Welcome home to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bath ranch offering over 3,000 finished square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. This home combines modern style, quality finishes, and exceptional functionality. The open-concept main level features a spacious living area, well-appointed kitchen, and dining space perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The master bedroom offers a private retreat with a large walk-in closet while two additional bedrooms and convenient main-floor laundry complete the main level. The fully finished walkout basement expands your living space with a large family room, fourth bedroom, full bath, and plenty of room for entertaining, hobbies, or guests. Step outside to enjoy the screened-in porch with attached deck overlooking the beautifully landscaped yard, plus a covered patio below—ideal for relaxing or hosting family and friends. The oversized 3-car attached garage provides ample storage, and the additional lower-level garage is perfect for lawn equipment, a workshop, or extra storage. Highlights include: * 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms * Over 3,000 finished sq. ft. * Fully finished walkout basement * Screened-in porch and covered patio * whole house built-in central-vacuum system * Oversized 3-car garage plus lower-level utility garage * Beautiful landscaping and exceptional curb appeal * Located in the highly sought-after Van Meter School District This move-in ready home offers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and style—all just minutes from West Des Moines while enjoying the charm of small-town living.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2017
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Freezer,Garbage disposal,Microwave,Range / Oven,Refrigerator,Washer
Basement
- Basement: Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Features
- Flooring: Tile,Carpet,Laminate
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced air,Gas
- Cooling features: Central
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 1,873 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1534177001
Features
- Exterior features: Shingle,Stone,Cement / Concrete
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Lot size: 0.38 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Drought
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Iowa Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,781 | $33,372 |
| Home Insurance * | $390 | $4,680 |
| Property Taxes | $726 | $8,712 |
| Electricity | $139 | $1,676 |
| Total | $4,036 | $48,432 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-18 | Listed for sale | $550,000 |
| 2017-04-28 | Sold | $54,000 |
| 2015-11-24 | Listed for sale | $58,000 |
| 2015-06-02 | Listing removed | $50,000 |
| 2015-02-09 | Price change | $50,000 |
| 2013-02-09 | Listed for sale | $48,500 |
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