809 NE Vail Ct, Ankeny, IA 50021
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FOR SALE
0.37 ACRES

$750,000

Original price: $850,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,489 sqft (on 0.37 acres)

809 NE Vail Ct, Ankeny, IA 50021

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1999
0.37 acre lot
$301/sqft
3 Car Garage
HOA $67/mo

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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About this House

Tucked at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in Fountain Lake, this stunning walkout ranch offers over 4,500 sq ft of finished space with beautiful pond and trail views. Located just minutes from the interstate, enjoy an easy commute to Ames or Des Moines while coming home to a peaceful setting. The 2,500 sq ft main level features detailed woodwork, a striking open staircase, and a spacious layout designed for everyday living and entertaining. Step out onto the maintenance-free deck or relax in the screened-in gazebo, perfectly positioned for sunrise views over the water. Designed with accessibility in mind, this home includes an elevator and handicap-friendly features throughout. The primary suite offers a unique hidden door to a sunroom, along with an en-suite bath featuring an accessible tub, tile shower, and a large walk-in closet with custom built-ins. The finished walkout lower level adds 2,000 sq ft with a pool room, theater area, two bedrooms, and a full bath. Additional features include a full brick front, main-level laundry, and an oversized heated garage with epoxy floors and loft storage above.
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Tim Scheib, (515) 313-7103
Real Broker, LLC
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#737204
Also Listed on DMMLS.

Home Details for 809 NE Vail Ct

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2489 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: Gas, VentedHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: Covered, Deck, Open, PatioExterior: Deck, PatioFoundation: Poured
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Attached,Garage,Three Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 2000 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 147Days on Market: 23

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1999
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Brick
Property Information
Parcel Number: 18100391225122

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $750,000Price Per Sqft: $301

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Ankeny
School Information
Elementary School District: AnkenyJr High / Middle School District: AnkenyHigh School District: Ankeny

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 737204

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2489 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

HOA Name: Fountain View HOAHOA Name (second): Fountain View HOAAssociation for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSHas an HOAHOA Fee: $67/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.37 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 737204Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 313-7103Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-18100391225122-R-N

Additional Information

Days On Market Replication: 147

Around this home

What Locals Say about Ankeny

At least 329 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say car is needed

  • 88 % Say parking is easy

  • 87 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 79 % Say kids play outside

  • 78 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 76 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 39 % Say there's wildlife

  • 38 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 34 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Angie D.
    "Lots of stores and shopping! Not too neighborly but there is anything you’d need store wise in this area! "
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  • Deb Mock
    "My neighborhood has terrible access to public transportation, but my commute to downtown Des Moines is 15 minutes"
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  • EMedina
    "Huge sports park, multiple pools, lots of playgrounds, major bike trails, art center, city organized family entertainment "
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  • Cody Wilson
    "People stay for a long time. Quiet street with easy access to amenities. Friendly people. Well maintained yards usually"
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  • Yanexy
    "loads of people walk their dogs, so much that i feel like im behind on walks. it’s nice to see. also ankeny animal and avian clinic is amazing. it’s nice that it’s a 5 minute drive from my house."
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  • Tameraihle
    "Ankeny has great schools. There are many parks. Lots of sports programs not affiliated with schools. "
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  • Anne Hampsmire
    "Dog owners like the safety of the neighborhood. This neighborhood is primarily residential therefore there isn’t a lot of city traffic. And it’s quiet. "
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  • Myleehouse
    "Walking distance to elementary school. Lots of young families. Friendly neighbors. All the modern conveniences of a bigger city close to home. Easy access to the intestate. "
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  • Connie
    "This neighborhood has Lots of sidewalks. Friendly people, parks nearby, and even a sledding hill close for winter fun!"
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  • Charles.harlan75
    "Farmers market, outdoor movies under the stars, large bicycle culture, local breweries/pubs in walking distance"
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  • Kwylie8
    "My neighborhood is beautiful, quiet, fun, friendly and very active. Lots of dogs and people are responsible and use doggie bags. It’s a very unique area houses are all different styles not cookie cutter. It feels safe and the schools are top notch. "
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  • Tlebepe
    "i use my own transportation to move around. otherwise the public transportation is not accessible. it runs once in the morning and then evening back. "
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  • Bigcut868
    "Work and live in same apt complex so commute is awesome. Nw Ankeny is a good place to live, I have no children with me so raising kids here is not something I can say"
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  • Brea K.
    "I Grew up in Ankeny Iowa.. it was a super safe place to live, play and go to school. It was Voted in 2020 Forbes #1 city to move to, work in and raise a family in. "
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  • Jonathan N.
    "this is a great neighborhood. we hold about two block parties a year. all of our kids share toys and power wheels. we all help each other. it is very quiet place. "
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  • Connie C.
    "The school district has exploded and its no longer a small suburb but a large city. The schools have gone down hill in my opinion. Traffic is heavy, rent is high. It’s a well maintained city with lots of activities to do and nice parks and trails nearby. "
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  • Sierra B.
    "Access to highways is great as long as you have a vehicle. I wish there was access to bus transportation "
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  • Enaalicehajicc
    "Dog walkers are very very common as their is a local park within walking distance and sidewalks with calm traffic. "
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  • Rachel O.
    "Very convenient to get onto 235 - about a 20 minute drive to downtown. Traffic is light most mornings. "
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  • Roger S.
    " Short. Less than a mile. Busy during what is developing into a rush hour. Community is growing rapidly and there are some congested areas during certain times. The heaviest being from 6:30 to 8:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and from 4:40 to 6:30 p.m."
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  • Joe B.
    "I love it here. I love the neighborhood and convince of all the stores within walking distance. One thing I've noticed that is really cool is that the street sweeper comes around a few times to clean the streets."
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  • Trulia User
    "Everyone is very friendly and it’s nice and quiet. It’s next to everything you need which makes it the best location to live "
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  • Rachel V. F.
    "Very animal friendly, lots of Area to walk & run! Wide open for dogs! I do believe North Ankeny could use a dog park "
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  • Anthony A.
    "for the larger population, it still has a small town feel. people take pride in keeping up their property, and people are genuinely friendly and helpful."
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  • Connie
    "Small community feel. Close to shopping. Friendly neighbors, very welcoming. Have lived here 15 yrs hate to leave anytime soon. "
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  • Holly.merk
    "yes they would live to walk their dogs around there. people are friendly and there are many dogs around."
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  • Debra Garner
    "This neighborhood cares deeply about how the grounds and their homes look. Immaculate neighborhood."
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  • Mario
    "Very clean neighborhoods all throughout the town of ankeny. Everyone is very kind. The school districts here are also a very good with amazing teachers. "
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  • Uneek B.
    "There are families in our neighborhood. There’s a nice park near our home and lots of places to eat not far from the house. "
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  • Maryann912002
    "Ankeny is very safe suburbs. Neighbors are very respectful and excellent raising a family. My husband and i are in 30s and we love ankeny. Low in crime, quiet and it is a very conservative suburbs that has values Christianity "
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  • Taylor
    "great place to raise kids. good schools. a lot of good options for food and entertainment. close distance to malls"
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  • Aberrantowl
    "People walk dogs a lot in our neighborhood they seem welcome everyone has a dog except for us. "
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Market trends in Ankeny

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$327K
$19.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.3%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$223
$6MoM
Available listings
428
19MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$733K
Since last month
Increased$14K (+2%)
Since last year
Increased$204K (+38.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$674K (+1,132.6%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +80% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$733K
August 2026$719K
July 2026$717K
June 2026$810K
May 2026$813K
April 2026$837K
March 2026$866K
February 2026$530K
January 2026$521K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1001 NE Lake View Ct, Ankeny, IA
0.04
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$555,000
03/12/26
5
3.5
2,464
922 NE Barrington Ct, Ankeny, IA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$369,900
10/17/25
4
2.5
2,058
1302 NE Lake View Ct, Ankeny, IA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$599,000
06/22/26
4
4.5
2,680
1014 NE Trilein Dr, Ankeny, IA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$369,000
08/10/26
3
3.5
2,357
906 NE Barrington Ct, Ankeny, IA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$480,000
07/09/26
4
5
2,325
703 NE Michael Ct, Ankeny, IA
0.35
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$321,000
10/31/25
3
2.5
1,510
509 NE Robert Dr, Ankeny, IA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$396,000
04/13/26
3
3
1,801
909 NE 16th St, Ankeny, IA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$463,000
07/21/26
5
3.5
2,466

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1001 NE Lake View Ct, Ankeny, IA 50021
0.04
$555,000
5
3.5
2,464
Recently Sold
810 NE Vail Ct, Ankeny, IA 50021
0.02
$624,900
4
3.5
2,401
For Sale
1102 NE Lake View Ct, Ankeny, IA 50021
0.08
$470,700
4
3.5
2,476
Off Market
1002 NE Fountain View Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021
0.08
$538,200
4
3.5
2,016
Off Market
902 NE Lake View Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021
0.11
$575,000
4
2.5
2,714
For Sale
909 NE Barrington Ct, Ankeny, IA 50021
0.13
$621,000
4
4
2,620
Off Market
725 NE 10th St, Ankeny, IA 50021
0.13
$358,700
3
2.5
1,824
Off Market
1302 NE Lake View Ct, Ankeny, IA 50021
0.13
$599,000
4
4.5
2,680
Recently Sold
906 NE Barrington Ct, Ankeny, IA 50021
0.16
$480,000
4
5
2,325
Recently Sold
706 NE Barclay Cir, Ankeny, IA 50021
0.17
$377,900
4
2.5
1,912
Off Market
922 NE Barrington Ct, Ankeny, IA 50021
0.18
$369,500
4
2.5
2,058
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 25, 2026
Source: DMMLS #737204
PendingToActive
$750,000
Aug 22, 2026
Source: DMMLS #737204
Pending
$750,000
Jul 19, 2026
Source: DMMLS #737204
PriceChange
$750,000
Price decreased by 12%
Apr 30, 2026
Source: DMMLS #737204
PriceChange
$850,000
Price decreased by 3%
Mar 27, 2026
Source: DMMLS #737204
Listed For Sale
$875,000

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Agent Phone: (515) 313-7103
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Frequently asked questions about 809 NE Vail Ct

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 809 NE Vail Ct?
    Based on a $750,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 809 NE Vail Ct in Ankeny, IA is approximately $5,098 (about $4,079 principal & interest, $944 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 809 NE Vail Ct compare to homes in Ankeny?
    809 NE Vail Ct in Ankeny, IA is listed at $750,000, about 129% above the $327K median sale price in Ankeny.
  • What do residents say about Ankeny?
    Residents describe Ankeny, IA as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and pedestrian-friendly. See homes for sale in Ankeny, IA.
  • What are the closest schools to 809 NE Vail Ct?
    The closest schools to 809 NE Vail Ct in Ankeny, IA are Ankeny Centennial High School (rated 8/10), Northeast Elementary School (rated 6/10), Northview Middle School (rated 9/10).
  • Does 809 NE Vail Ct have air conditioning?
    Yes, 809 NE Vail Ct in Ankeny, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 809 NE Vail Ct have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 809 NE Vail Ct in Ankeny, IA has in-unit laundry.
809 NE Vail Ct, Ankeny, IA 50021 is a 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,489 sqft single-family home built in 1999. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by DMMLS on Mar 27, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 737204.