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Presenting 92.90 acres m/l located one mile northwest of Runnels, offering a combination of productive farmland, recreational land, and potential building sites just 20 minutes from Downtown Des Moines. The property includes 44.74 FSA cropland acres carrying a CSR2 rating of 78.5, with the balance consisting primarily of timber, creek bottom, and recreational land. Mud Creek runs through the western portion of the property, providing established wildlife habitat and quality hunting opportunities for deer and turkey. The property has frontage along paved SE 56th Avenue on the north side, while SE Stewart Drive runs along the western and southern portions of the farm. The property is currently zoned Rural Residential, which allows for multiple building sites along SE 56th Avenue and a buildable site off SE Stewart Drive on the south side. Water service in the area is provided by Des Moines Water Works (DMWW). A 6-inch water main runs along SE 56th Avenue, and approximately 600 feet m/l of 2.5-inch water main runs along the southern property line. A water map is available upon request. Electricity in the area is provided by MidAmerican Energy. Located 20 minutes from Downtown Des Moines, the property offers an ideal combination of productive farmland with multiple potential building sites. Visit our website for more information.

Highlights

  • Land
  • 92.9 Acre Lot
  • 20 days on Market


  • Acres
    92.9

  • Area
    Runnells
  • County
    Polk
  • City
    Runnells
  • Zip Code
    50237

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How long has this property been on the market?

SE 56th Ave was listed on October 22, 2026, which means it's been on the market for 20 days.

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What is the lot size of this property?

SE 56th Ave sits on a 92.9-acre lot, which is 4,046,724 square feet.

What are the property taxes for SE 56th Ave?

The most recent public record shows annual property taxes for SE 56th Ave were approximately $2,714. This may change with reassessment or exemptions. Our local partner can verify current tax amounts and help you estimate future costs based on your situation.

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Last Updated: November 11, 2026 at 11:15AM | Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS | MLS#: 751773