Polk County, IA
133.71 Acres M/L

SE 80th Street & SE 6th Avenue
Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

Price	$3,367,750
Listing	#18255

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Jake Sickels

Office: 515.961.0247
Mobile: 515.681.2103
Jake@PeoplesCompany.com

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Description

Residential Development Land Available in Pleasant Hill, Iowa near Southeast Polk High School

Peoples Company is pleased to represent the Bernadine Mills Trust in the sale of 419.24 acres m/l, to be offered in four individual tracts. Situated between Pleasant Hill and Runnells in Polk County, Iowa, this portfolio presents a solid investment opportunity for a variety of buyers. Whether you're looking for high-quality tillable farmland, development land near Southeast Polk High School, transitional development tracts, or rural residential acreage, this offering has something for you.

Tract 1, locally known as the Home Farm, consists of 133.71 acres m/l and is located in Pleasant Hill, Iowa, just south of Southeast Polk High School and NE University Avenue/Highway 163. The property includes predominantly Low-Density Residential zoning, with Rural Residential-zoned parcels off of SE 80th Street. Per the Pleasant Hill comprehensive plan, the land is located within a Priority Growth Zone, indicating that the land would be ideal for development and would easily be supported by the city's pre-existing infrastructure.

The City of Pleasant Hill maintains the current sanitary sewer infrastructure, which is located along the south and east boundaries of the property, with an existing lift station also located near the southeast corner of the property. Des Moines Water Works provides total service to the City of Pleasant Hill regional water utility and has 4" mains along the south and east boundary of the property. There is also a 24" ductile iron main on both the south and east boundaries of the property. While taps onto this main are not allowed, the size of the main suggests ample capacity to service this property at the slated zoning density.

The progressive city of Pleasant Hill published a market analysis that anticipates the community to double in size by 2050, resulting in the need for approximately 4,150 new residential units. The city is continuously looking to improve local amenities and infrastructure that support its long-term vision and growth projections. Recent projects include commerce parks, school improvements, business expansions, residential developments, infrastructure upgrades, a parkway connector to Downtown Des Moines, trail enhancements, and environmental improvements.

The property is currently utilized as a row crop farm, with an estimated 99.2 acres in production, carrying a CSR2 value of 79.4. The farm includes predominantly Tama and Clarion soil types, known for being two of the most productive soil types in Iowa. The property includes established terraces, waterways, and is known to have drainage tile (tile maps are not available), enhancing its agricultural viability. Multiple grain marketing options are conveniently located near the farm, including Landus and Heartland Cooperatives, as well as the ADM processing plant, ensuring strong market access for agricultural producers.

This is a prime opportunity to own a high-quality land asset that is located in the short-term path of development.

For more details, please contact the listing agent.

Legal Description

Outlot X of Berndel Acres, an Official Plat now including in and forming a part of Polk County, Iowa, except 1 acre to be surveyed and conveyed located in the Southeast corner thereof,

AND

Lot 6 of Berndel Acres, an Official Plat now including in and forming a part of Polk County, Iowa,

AND

Lot 9 of Berndel Acres, an Official Plat now including in and forming a part of Polk County, Iowa.

Exact legal description to be taken from Abstract.

Directions

From the Pleasant Hill intersection of Highway 65 and NE University Avenue/Highway 163: Head east on NE University Avenue/Highway 163 for 3 miles. Turn right and head south on SE 80th Street for 1.4 miles. Turn right and go slightly west on SE 6th Avenue for 300 feet. The property entrance is located at the intersection of SE 80th Street and SE 6th Avenue. Please look for the Peoples Company signage.

About The Tenant

The farm is currently rented by a reputable, long time tenant. The current tenant would have interest in continuing to rent and operate the farm. Please contact the listing agent for more information.

Sign On Property: Yes
MLS Number: 715483
Parcel Number: 220/00425-309-000, 220/00425-306-000, Portion of 220/00041-001-004
School District: Southeast Polk
General Area: Southeast of Pleasant Hill, Iowa
Net Taxes: $5,698.95
CSR2: 79.4
Water: Des Moines Water Works
Sewer: City of Pleasant Hill and Septic
Zoning: Low Density Residential and Rural Residential

Additional Info

Representing Attorneys: Christine Long and Katie Tegtmeier, BrownWinick

The farm is rented for the 2025 crop year. The existing farm lease will be terminated prior to closing, and the farm will be open for the 2026 crop year.

Additional land can be purchased in addition to this offering. Please reference Peoples Company listing #18252, #18253, and #18254.

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