Nestled on 8.33 private acres, Knob Hill Estate offers a rare combination of privacy, design, lifestyle, and location in one of Central Iowa’s most sought-after acreage settings. Thoughtfully designed for timeless livability, this custom 4-bedroom, 5.5 bath home blends refined elegance with everyday comfort—an increasingly difficult balance to find in today’s market. Expansive living spaces, abundant natural light, and seamless integration with the surrounding landscape create a home that feels both grand and inviting. Extensively renovated, the 5,715-square-foot residence showcases beautifully updated interiors and exceptional resort-style amenities. From the striking Italian marble fireplace feature wall to the private 20’ x 40’ in-ground pool and pool house, sauna, game room, and detached workshop with integrated greenhouse space, every element has been carefully curated to enhance both daily living and entertaining. Positioned directly across from Maffitt Reservoir and more than 1,000 acres of preserved recreation, the property provides immediate access to fishing, kayaking, hiking, horseback riding, and year-round wildlife viewing. What truly sets this property apart is its rare combination of acreage, architectural presence, luxury amenities, and close proximity to Jordan Creek, Des Moines International Airport, and downtown Des Moines—offering privacy and convenience seldom found together in Central Iowa.
- Basement:
- Finished, Walk-Out Access
- Parking:
- Attached
- Fireplaces Total:
- 3
- Sewer:
- Tank with Drainage Field
- Architectural Style:
- See Remarks
- Country:
- US
- State:
- IA
- County:
- Polk
- City:
- West Des Moines
- Zipcode:
- 50265
- Street:
- SW Maffitt Lake Rd
- Street Number:
- 5745
- Directions:
- From I-35 South, take exit 68 for 0.8 miles. Continue onto IA-5 S for 0.5 miles. Then, take exit 102 toward SE 35th St for 0.5 miles. Turn right onto SE 35th St. Then turn right onto Maffit Lake Rd and continue for 1.9 miles. The property will be on the North (Right).
- Agent First Name:
- Kathy Loew
- Office Name:
- Whitaker Marketing Group
- List Office MLSID:
- 49296
- Association Fee:
- $0
- Sold Price:
- $0
- Original List Price:
- $0
- Prior List Price:
- $0
- List Price Low:
- $0
- List Price High:
- $0
- Insurance Fee:
- $0
- Percent Price Difference:
- $0
- Search Price:
- $0
- Gross Income:
- $0
- NetIncome:
- $0
- Expense Insurance:
- $0
- Gross Taxes:
- $0
- Tax With Assessments:
- $0
- Net Taxes:
- $0
- Garage:
- 4
- Lot Size Dimensions:
- 1097.69 x 330.85
- Previous Price:
- 1797000
- Virtual Tour:
- https://vimeo.com/1190753413?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
- Water Source:
- Public
- Accessibility Features:
- None
- Construction Materials:
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Tax Annual Amount:
- 16169
- Association Fee Frequency:
- N/A
- List Agent Mls Id:
- SE518000570
- List Office Mls Id:
- 49296
- Mls Status:
- Active
- Modification Timestamp:
- 2026-05-11T01:01:35Z
- Originating System Name:
- NoCoast
Residential
5745 Sw Maffitt Lake Rd, West Des Moines, Iowa 50265
- Listing Status :
- Active
- Property Type :
- Residential
- Listing Type :
- For Sale
- Listing ID :
- 6338130
- Price :
- $1,797,000
- Bedrooms :
- 4
- Bathrooms :
- 6
- Half Bathrooms :
- 1
- Total Finished SqFt :
- 4,971 Sqft
- Lot Area :
- 8.26 Acre
- Year Built :
- 1979
- Property Sub Type :
- Unimproved Land
