Cozy up to the fireplace and fall in love with 14+ acres of country living at its best just a mile off hard surface road with the convenience of Knoxville just minutes away! This property is perfect for stargazing, connecting with nature, watching the wildlife, or roasting marshmallows on a summer night. If you've been looking for your personal playground, hobby farm or retreat then this acreage is for you! Newer water heater, A/C unit , furnace, refrigerator, stove, washer and dryer. A fresh coat of paint throughout most of the house along with new flooring in the bedrooms, bathroom, and kitchen. There is a fenced in area on the side of the home for your pets or littles. This acreage is serviced by natural gas, and rural water. A new septic system was installed in July of 2022. A new garage door on the 1 stall garage was installed in 2023. There is a perimeter fence around the property. 33 New trees were planted in 2023 including fuja green giants, sugar maple and a white oak. Property includes a 16x32 plus 24x23 barn, 14x24 machine shed, 24x32 pole barn, 12x60 storage shed. Transferable home warranty available to new buyers as well. All information provided by the seller and assessors information.
Vacant landProperty Type
1890Year Built
14.41 acresLot Size
$30,893Price/Acres
1 car garageParking
Listed by Lyndsey Lamb• Guardian Real Estate Group
Come take a look at this adorable acreage that sits within a quarter mile of Hwy 5. Beautiful 14 acres of endless possibilities. There are a few outbuildings existing on property. The house is 2 story, 3 bed and 1-1/2 bath with nearly 1600 sq ft of livable space. The larger living room boasts a gas fireplace and plenty of natural light for the beautiful Iowa sunrises. Additional storage nook in the upstairs bedroom. New ceiling fans in every room. New carpet in 2022 and kitchen remodel in 2009. Newer water heater, A/C unit , Furnace, Refrigerator and brand new Stove . There are fresh coats of paint throughout the house and it is just waiting for someone to make this their own! This acreage is serviced by natural gas, so no need for propane. A new septic system was installed in July of 2022 to round out this acreage. Perimeter fence is secure for livestock or horses. Average utility cost: $141/mo. for both gas and electric. Don't miss out!
DMMLS #295482
Feb 22, 2007
Sold
$165,000
$105/sq ft
Nov 13, 2006
Listed
$179,000
$114/sq ft
+3
A great acreage with a great location just minutes from Knoxville and Des moines. Perfect for horses or cattle, barn is set up with two stalls and a hay loft. Also has two additional buildings for run in, lots of storage. School district is Twin Cedars.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,862 (+33.0%)
$64,000 + $278,590
$342,590
2024
$2,152 (+20.8%)
$64,000 + $278,590
$342,590
2023
$1,782 (−10.0%)
$37,840 + $165,630
$203,470
2022
$1,980 (−7.4%)
$37,840 + $165,630
$203,470
2021
$2,138 (+6.8%)
$30,700 + $123,010
$153,710
2020
$2,002 (+15.2%)
$28,960 + $116,050
$145,010
2019
$1,738 (+1.5%)
$28,960 + $123,790
$152,750
2018
$1,712 (−1.6%)
$28,960 + $123,790
$152,750
2017
$1,740 (−11.8%)
$28,960 + $99,410
$128,370
2015
$1,972 (+12.8%)
$28,960 + $98,330
$127,290
2014
$1,748
$28,960 + $97,370
$126,330
Tax history for 1715 Rutledge St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,862 (+33.0%)
$64,000 + $278,590
$342,590
2024
$2,152 (+20.8%)
$64,000 + $278,590
$342,590
2023
$1,782 (−10.0%)
$37,840 + $165,630
$203,470
2022
$1,980 (−7.4%)
$37,840 + $165,630
$203,470
2021
$2,138 (+6.8%)
$30,700 + $123,010
$153,710
2020
$2,002 (+15.2%)
$28,960 + $116,050
$145,010
2019
$1,738 (+1.5%)
$28,960 + $123,790
$152,750
2018
$1,712 (−1.6%)
$28,960 + $123,790
$152,750
2017
$1,740 (−11.8%)
$28,960 + $99,410
$128,370
2015
$1,972 (+12.8%)
$28,960 + $98,330
$127,290
2014
$1,748
$28,960 + $97,370
$126,330
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
14.41 Acres
Year renovated
1890
Sq. Ft.
1,574
Year built
1890
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marion County
APN
0438500000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking
Features: Attached, Detached, Garage, One Car Garage, Two Car Garage