A Rare Find Offering the Best of Both Worlds! This near-town acreage 3.791 acres (M/L) delivers the peace and privacy of country living while keeping you just minutes from the conveniences of Pleasant Hill, Altoona, Des Moines, the State Fairgrounds, and the eastern suburbs. All are within a quick 15-minute drive. The home is currently being updated and remodeled, with completion expected within the next 30 days. The main level features a spacious living room that flows into the dining area, complete with sliders leading to a beautiful new deck. The kitchen offers an abundance of cabinet space. Two upper-level bedrooms sit near a full bath. The finished lower level adds even more living space, including a third bedroom, a laundry room, a second bathroom, and a cozy family room. Outside, you’ll find a 28' x 28' detached garage plus a storage shed. Major updates include: New roof installed July 2025; New furnace installed January 2026; New central A/C scheduled for installation in Spring 2026 (weather permitting). Relax on the private back deck overlooking the yard and wooded backdrop, where deer and other wildlife are frequent visitors. It’s an ideal setting for kids, pets, gardening, outbuildings, or hobby animals—plenty of room to make it your own. This property is also conveniently located near the highly sought-after Four Mile Elementary and Southeast Polk High School.