4224 E University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

8.9 Acre homestead or development land. Numerous trees on this property make you feel like you are in a park. The main property access is off of E. University but the northern most part of this acreage can be reached taking Williams St. to Mahaska Ave. A sewer line runs along Four Mile Creek and a narrow sliver of the east edge of the property is in the flood plain. A 1,200 sq. ft. walk-out ranch home has a great view of the valley below from the home's deck.This home site also has a 24 x 30 steel shed which is heated and insulated with an overhead door and cement floor. A hoop building can house an RV or trailers and a detached 22 x 26 garage provides great spaces for contractors that want an easily accessible location for business equipment near the Hwy 5 bi-pass, I-35/80.4.5 Acres currently in the Forest Reserve Prog which qualifies the owner for a property tax break.The new owner could continue with this program or opt out depending if they plan to develop for more home sites.