Beautiful 3-acre lot located in the desirable Covered Bridge Estates! This scenic property offers the perfect blend of country feel with community convenience. Ideal for building your dream home with room to spread out—bring your own builder! Enjoy paved roads, rural water access at the road, and peaceful surroundings in this established neighborhood. Just minutes from town, with easy access to major roads for commuting. Covenants in place to protect your investment. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own acreage in a sought-after development!
Spacious and inviting, this large ranch in Winterset offers the perfect blend of comfort and style. You will love the stunning stone fireplace as the focal point in the living room with vaulted-ceilings, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The kitchen is nice with granite countertops and plenty of cabinets. The primary bedroom is complete with an ensuite featuring a tile shower with dual rainfall shower heads. The remaining four bedrooms are all good size. The basement has a large living space with fridge and microwave making a perfect place to watch the game! The backyard is designed for gatherings, relaxation, and fun with a hot tub and a deck for surrounding a pool making it the perfect place to hang out. With its open layout and premium finishes throughout, this home is a very nice find in a very desirable location allowing easy access to wonderful schools, an amazing town square, and still only. 30 minutes to Jordan Creek Town Center. Don't miss this opportunity!
Imagine starting your mornings in a sunlit living room, coffee in hand, as the quiet charm of historic Winterset sets the tone for the day. This thoughtfully updated 1.5-story home invites you to move effortlessly from cozy living spaces into a modern kitchen equipped for everyday meals and weekend gatherings, then on to a welcoming dining area where conversations linger. Stylish flooring ties the main level together, while the main-floor bedroom and laundry make daily life feel simple and convenient. Downstairs, the clean lower level offers flexible space for movie nights, workouts, or a focused home office. Set on a generous corner lot, this home delivers the comfort of small-town living with the ease of a short drive to the Des Moines metro—an ideal place to slow down, settle in, and truly feel at home.
Acreage for sale in Winterset Iowa! Discover your own slice of country paradise just 100 yards off paved Cumming Road! This 4-bedroom, 3-bath walkout ranch sits on nearly 5 acres—about 90% fenced—and is a dream for nature lovers, hobby gardeners, and dog enthusiasts alike. Built in 2003, this spacious home boasts over 3,300 sq ft of finished living space. The main level features a cozy family room with fireplace, an open dining area, kitchen, laundry room, and three bedrooms—including an owner’s suite with French doors, a private bath, and a massive walk-in closet. The finished walkout lower level offers a huge second family room with wood-burning stove, a fourth bedroom, full bath, and a dedicated office—ideal for remote work or creative pursuits. Step outside and fall in love with the peaceful surroundings: fruit trees, garden areas, walking trails, and a shared pond add to the charm. Dog lovers will appreciate the on-site kennel with heating and air conditioning, plus ample room to roam. Enjoy a true connection to nature with vibrant landscaping filled with flowers and wildflowers that attract birds, bees, and butterflies. And when the sun sets, you’ll be treated to breathtaking 360° views of Iowa’s star-filled night skies—an absolute showstopper and rare treat. Located in the highly regarded Winterset School District, this property offers space, privacy, and a lifestyle you’ll love.
Recently updated ranch style home with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. Interior includes three BR’s on the main floor, living room, and kitchen just off attached one car garage. One bedroom on the main level would also make a perfect office space and was previously used as a sewing room. All bedrooms have generous sized closets. Updated kitchen with bright over the sink window facing south, included appliances, newer backsplash and countertops. Pantry closet in kitchen. Adjoining living room with large corner window. Home features Vinyl plank flooring throughout. Main floor bath with dual vanity is conveniently located in hall off three bedrooms. One bedroom with large closet on lower level. Benefit from the two egress windows, a storage room with shelves, finished family room, large laundry area, & mechanical room in this level. Newer furnace in December of 2023, battery backup on sump pump & newer attic insulation. Exterior features include new metal roof, newer windows, fenced yard, patio, and 24x24 two car detached garage with, wiring, and extras. Additional off-street parking in the rear just off the alley. Call for more details! Available for quick possession.
Opportunity awaits for you to grow your business in the bustling town of Winterset. Located on a busy main road close to the schools and the school's sports complex, this multi-use building has over 4700 square feet of space as well as a basement with garage space! Currently zone TD1 this could be used for many different businesses. It is set up to house 2 separate businesses or one large operation. There are private office spaces, exam room spaces, conference room areas and a huge front lobby. Most recent uses were a dental office and a physical therapy office. This building sits on 2.55 acres, m/l. There is plenty of parking and green space. This sale includes 4 different parcel numbers. Call you favorite agent to schedule a showing today!
Scenic Winterset Acreage – Earlham Schools - Ranch Home on 11+ Acres with Walkout Basement & Hobby Farm Features! Discover your dream homestead just minutes from Winterset! This beautifully maintained ranch-style home sits on 11.2 acres of rolling countryside and offers 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a fully finished walkout basement. Step into the heart of the home — a chef’s kitchen with quartz countertops, a large island with seating, hammered copper farmhouse sink, and a spacious walk-in pantry. Hardwood floors run throughout the main level, and thoughtful touches like heated tile in both main floor bathrooms, central vacuum, and new Andersen windows bring comfort and style. The flexible layout includes a bonus room off the primary suite – perfect for a nursery, office, or quiet retreat – and dual laundry areas on both the main and lower levels. Downstairs, enjoy a radiant-heated floor and an expansive family room ideal for entertaining, movie nights, or relaxing with friends and family. Outside, the hobby farm setup is ready for your rural lifestyle: a large outbuilding (40x60), chicken coop, fenced pastures, two fenced gardens, and a fruit tree orchard. A new roof (2021) provides lasting peace of mind. New AC installed June 2025!! Has a spot for a future pond Whether you're looking to homestead, garden, raise animals, or simply enjoy wide open space with modern amenities, this one-of-a-kind acreage offers it all. Country living with convenience
Beautiful rolling building lot just south of town and on minimal gravel located on a dead end road! This 4.68 acre m/l lot is ready for you to bring your builder and build your dream home! The lot gently rolls to the north for a walk out opportunity and overlooks the neighbor's pristine pond! There will be very minimal covenants (currenty being drawn up by attorney) and the county needs to approve the final plat. Utilities are at the road. Call your agent to view this sweet parcel in person!
Hard to find home on this parcel just N of Winterset 4-way intersection of Hwy 92 & 169. This home has 3BR's & 3 baths sitting proudly on nearly 1 acre. Kitchen has had a complete remodel including adding a convenient island & farm sink. Master/BR on 1st floor has large walk-in closet, & tiled walk-in shower. Main floor laundry off the kitchen. Other features on the 1st level include a formal dining room off the kitchen, a gas log fireplace in the living room, adjacent bath & a full length enclosed front porch. The second floor has a large open area off the landing which is currently being used as a family room. This second floor living space has 2 more BR's & a full bath. Bedrooms could double as an office playroom etc. You decide how to use all this upper-level space. Very large walk-in closets. One BR has 2 walk-in closets. Full newer poured basement with add/laundry hookups, 9-ft ceiling, newer mechanicals & 3 egress windows. The att/3 car garage is heated, insulated & includes a pass-through bay on the left to the rear yard. Floor drains, oversized parking stalls & bathroom w/laundry sink make this a great addition to the home. Breezeway between the house & garage includes ramp & extra back porch storage. The rear yard which is surrounded by a vinyl fence includes an above ground pool & additional storage garage. Step down to a large patio off the breezeway & back porch. It's great for grilling & relaxing. Peace of mind with a newer roof. Make this your next move.
If you're looking for ** WOW ** this. is. IT!! This stunning 1875 two story has been well cared for and offers a long list of modern amenities. Situated just a couple blocks from the historic Winterset square and close to schools, restaurants and retail on a large corner lot with outdoor living and perennials waiting for you. Relax on the wrap around porch or entertain on the back patio (furniture, built in bbq and lighting included!!) With 5 bedrooms (with mini splits for added comfort) and 4 baths there is plenty of private space but the chef's kitchen and living spaces are begging for guests! Have snacks in the screened porch or serve a formal meal in the dinning room. Meet clients in the office off the grand staircase or have a movie night in the living room. Some the many recent updates include: Updated internet connectivity. USB integrated outlets in kitchen and living room. Landscaping for drainage. Porch repairs. Extensive shelving in the basement and garage. Updated sunroom off the primary bedroom. New refrigerator with waterline and double oven. New roof in 2021. Custom radiator covers. Fresh paint (to be completed when weather permits). This home has so much to offer and is priced to SELL below assessed value!
BRING YOUR OWN BUILDER!!! This 7.14 acres is located right off the St Charles pavement, offering convenience and gorgeous fall views. Schedule a showing today!
Map takes you to the development, not the actual lot. Please look at website for exact location of lots www.scenicridgeiowa.com - Have you ever dreamed of having an acreage where you are close to the DSM Metro, but still see the brightest stars shining at night? Where you have room for your kids to run and play outside or host a family or friend gathering in your matching outbuilding? Plant a garden, maybe have some chickens? Lead a sustainable life near the city? Your search is over! Scenic Ridge is all of those things and more! Set in the beautiful rolling hills of Madison County. A Winterset address but ADEL Schools, this 39 lot acreage development is perfect for you to bring your builder and make your dreams a reality! Located an easy 20 minutes from the western suburbs, you have all the modern conveniences and hospitals of the city but find your solitude at your country home. New pricing on new building requirements on many lots, make this a wonderful opportunity to purchase for now or for future (plans when you are ready!)! We look forward to seeing you soon at Scenic Ridge!
Map takes you to the development, not the actual lot. Please look at website for exact location of lots www.scenicridgeiowa.com - Have you ever dreamed of having an acreage where you are close to the DSM Metro, but still see the brightest stars shining at night? Where you have room for your kids to run and play outside or host a family or friend gathering in your matching outbuilding? Plant a garden, maybe have some chickens? Lead a sustainable life near the city? Your search is over! Scenic Ridge is all of those things and more! Set in the beautiful rolling hills of Madison County. A Winterset address but ADEL Schools, this 39 lot acreage development is perfect for you to bring your builder and make your dreams a reality! Located an easy 20 minutes from the western suburbs, you have all the modern conveniences and hospitals of the city but find your solitude at your country home. New pricing on new building requirements on many lots, make this a wonderful opportunity to purchase for now or for future (plans when you are ready!)! We look forward to seeing you soon at Scenic Ridge!
Map takes you to the development, not the actual lot. Please look at website for exact location of lots www.scenicridgeiowa.com - Have you ever dreamed of having an acreage where you are close to the DSM Metro, but still see the brightest stars shining at night? Where you have room for your kids to run and play outside or host a family or friend gathering in your matching outbuilding? Plant a garden, maybe have some chickens? Lead a sustainable life near the city? Your search is over! Scenic Ridge is all of those things and more! Set in the beautiful rolling hills of Madison County. A Winterset address but ADEL Schools, this 39 lot acreage development is perfect for you to bring your builder and make your dreams a reality! Located an easy 20 minutes from the western suburbs, you have all the modern conveniences and hospitals of the city but find your solitude at your country home. New pricing on new building requirements on many lots, make this a wonderful opportunity to purchase for now or for future (plans when you are ready!)! We look forward to seeing you soon at Scenic Ridge!
Map takes you to the development, not the actual lot. Please look at website for exact location of lots www.scenicridgeiowa.com - Have you ever dreamed of having an acreage where you are close to the DSM Metro, but still see the brightest stars shining at night? Where you have room for your kids to run and play outside or host a family or friend gathering in your matching outbuilding? Plant a garden, maybe have some chickens? Lead a sustainable life near the city? Your search is over! Scenic Ridge is all of those things and more! Set in the beautiful rolling hills of Madison County. A Winterset address but ADEL Schools, this 39 lot acreage development is perfect for you to bring your builder and make your dreams a reality! Located an easy 20 minutes from the western suburbs, you have all the modern conveniences and hospitals of the city but find your solitude at your country home. New pricing on new building requirements on many lots, make this a wonderful opportunity to purchase for now or for future (plans when you are ready!)! We look forward to seeing you soon at Scenic Ridge!
Map takes you to the development, not the actual lot. Please look at website for exact location of lots www.scenicridgeiowa.com - Have you ever dreamed of having an acreage where you are close to the DSM Metro, but still see the brightest stars shining at night? Where you have room for your kids to run and play outside or host a family or friend gathering in your matching outbuilding? Plant a garden, maybe have some chickens? Lead a sustainable life near the city? Your search is over! Scenic Ridge is all of those things and more! Set in the beautiful rolling hills of Madison County. A Winterset address but ADEL Schools, this 39 lot acreage development is perfect for you to bring your builder and make your dreams a reality! Located an easy 20 minutes from the western suburbs, you have all the modern conveniences and hospitals of the city but find your solitude at your country home. New pricing on new building requirements on many lots, make this a wonderful opportunity to purchase for now or for future (plans when you are ready!)! We look forward to seeing you soon at Scenic Ridge!
Map takes you to the development, not the actual lot. Please look at website for exact location of lots www.scenicridgeiowa.com - Have you ever dreamed of having an acreage where you are close to the DSM Metro, but still see the brightest stars shining at night? Where you have room for your kids to run and play outside or host a family or friend gathering in your matching outbuilding? Plant a garden, maybe have some chickens? Lead a sustainable life near the city? Your search is over! Scenic Ridge is all of those things and more! Set in the beautiful rolling hills of Madison County. A Winterset address but ADEL Schools, this 39 lot acreage development is perfect for you to bring your builder and make your dreams a reality! Located an easy 20 minutes from the western suburbs, you have all the modern conveniences and hospitals of the city but find your solitude at your country home. New pricing on new building requirements on many lots, make this a wonderful opportunity to purchase for now or for future (plans when you are ready!)! We look forward to seeing you soon at Scenic Ridge!
Map takes you to the development, not the actual lot. Please look at website for exact location of lots www.scenicridgeiowa.com - Have you ever dreamed of having an acreage where you are close to the DSM Metro, but still see the brightest stars shining at night? Where you have room for your kids to run and play outside or host a family or friend gathering in your matching outbuilding? Plant a garden, maybe have some chickens? Lead a sustainable life near the city? Your search is over! Scenic Ridge is all of those things and more! Set in the beautiful rolling hills of Madison County. A Winterset address but ADEL Schools, this 39 lot acreage development is perfect for you to bring your builder and make your dreams a reality! Located an easy 20 minutes from the western suburbs, you have all the modern conveniences and hospitals of the city but find your solitude at your country home. New pricing on new building requirements on many lots, make this a wonderful opportunity to purchase for now or for future (plans when you are ready!)! We look forward to seeing you soon at Scenic Ridge!
Map takes you to the development, not the actual lot. Please look at website for exact location of lots www.scenicridgeiowa.com - Have you ever dreamed of having an acreage where you are close to the DSM Metro, but still see the brightest stars shining at night? Where you have room for your kids to run and play outside or host a family or friend gathering in your matching outbuilding? Plant a garden, maybe have some chickens? Lead a sustainable life near the city? Your search is over! Scenic Ridge is all of those things and more! Set in the beautiful rolling hills of Madison County. A Winterset address but ADEL Schools, this 39 lot acreage development is perfect for you to bring your builder and make your dreams a reality! Located an easy 20 minutes from the western suburbs, you have all the modern conveniences and hospitals of the city but find your solitude at your country home. New pricing on new building requirements on many lots, make this a wonderful opportunity to purchase for now or for future (plans when you are ready!)! We look forward to seeing you soon at Scenic Ridge!
Map takes you to the development, not the actual lot. Please look at website for exact location of lots www.scenicridgeiowa.com - Have you ever dreamed of having an acreage where you are close to the DSM Metro, but still see the brightest stars shining at night? Where you have room for your kids to run and play outside or host a family or friend gathering in your matching outbuilding? Plant a garden, maybe have some chickens? Lead a sustainable life near the city? Your search is over! Scenic Ridge is all of those things and more! Set in the beautiful rolling hills of Madison County. A Winterset address but ADEL Schools, this 39 lot acreage development is perfect for you to bring your builder and make your dreams a reality! Located an easy 20 minutes from the western suburbs, you have all the modern conveniences and hospitals of the city but find your solitude at your country home. New pricing on new building requirements on many lots, make this a wonderful opportunity to purchase for now or for future (plans when you are ready!)! We look forward to seeing you soon at Scenic Ridge!
Map takes you to the development, not the actual lot. Please look at website for exact location of lots www.scenicridgeiowa.com - Have you ever dreamed of having an acreage where you are close to the DSM Metro, but still see the brightest stars shining at night? Where you have room for your kids to run and play outside or host a family or friend gathering in your matching outbuilding? Plant a garden, maybe have some chickens? Lead a sustainable life near the city? Your search is over! Scenic Ridge is all of those things and more! Set in the beautiful rolling hills of Madison County. A Winterset address but ADEL Schools, this 39 lot acreage development is perfect for you to bring your builder and make your dreams a reality! Located an easy 20 minutes from the western suburbs, you have all the modern conveniences and hospitals of the city but find your solitude at your country home. New pricing on new building requirements on many lots, make this a wonderful opportunity to purchase for now or for future (plans when you are ready!)! We look forward to seeing you soon at Scenic Ridge!
Map takes you to the development, not the actual lot. Please look at website for exact location of lots www.scenicridgeiowa.com - Have you ever dreamed of having an acreage where you are close to the DSM Metro, but still see the brightest stars shining at night? Where you have room for your kids to run and play outside or host a family or friend gathering in your matching outbuilding? Plant a garden, maybe have some chickens? Lead a sustainable life near the city? Your search is over! Scenic Ridge is all of those things and more! Set in the beautiful rolling hills of Madison County. A Winterset address but ADEL Schools, this 39 lot acreage development is perfect for you to bring your builder and make your dreams a reality! Located an easy 20 minutes from the western suburbs, you have all the modern conveniences and hospitals of the city but find your solitude at your country home. New pricing on new building requirements on many lots, make this a wonderful opportunity to purchase for now or for future (plans when you are ready!)! We look forward to seeing you soon at Scenic Ridge!
Map takes you to the development, not the actual lot. Please look at website for exact location of lots www.scenicridgeiowa.com - Have you ever dreamed of having an acreage where you are close to the DSM Metro, but still see the brightest stars shining at night? Where you have room for your kids to run and play outside or host a family or friend gathering in your matching outbuilding? Plant a garden, maybe have some chickens? Lead a sustainable life near the city? Your search is over! Scenic Ridge is all of those things and more! Set in the beautiful rolling hills of Madison County. A Winterset address but ADEL Schools, this 39 lot acreage development is perfect for you to bring your builder and make your dreams a reality! Located an easy 20 minutes from the western suburbs, you have all the modern conveniences and hospitals of the city but find your solitude at your country home. New pricing on new building requirements on many lots, make this a wonderful opportunity to purchase for now or for future (plans when you are ready!)! We look forward to seeing you soon at Scenic Ridge!
Map takes you to the development, not the actual lot. Please look at website for exact location of lots www.scenicridgeiowa.com - Have you ever dreamed of having an acreage where you are close to the DSM Metro, but still see the brightest stars shining at night? Where you have room for your kids to run and play outside or host a family or friend gathering in your matching outbuilding? Plant a garden, maybe have some chickens? Lead a sustainable life near the city? Your search is over! Scenic Ridge is all of those things and more! Set in the beautiful rolling hills of Madison County. A Winterset address but ADEL Schools, this 39 lot acreage development is perfect for you to bring your builder and make your dreams a reality! Located an easy 20 minutes from the western suburbs, you have all the modern conveniences and hospitals of the city but find your solitude at your country home. New pricing on new building requirements on many lots, make this a wonderful opportunity to purchase for now or for future (plans when you are ready!)! We look forward to seeing you soon at Scenic Ridge!
Map takes you to the development, not the actual lot. Please look at website for exact location of lots www.scenicridgeiowa.com - Have you ever dreamed of having an acreage where you are close to the DSM Metro, but still see the brightest stars shining at night? Where you have room for your kids to run and play outside or host a family or friend gathering in your matching outbuilding? Plant a garden, maybe have some chickens? Lead a sustainable life near the city? Your search is over! Scenic Ridge is all of those things and more! Set in the beautiful rolling hills of Madison County. A Winterset address but ADEL Schools, this 39 lot acreage development is perfect for you to bring your builder and make your dreams a reality! Located an easy 20 minutes from the western suburbs, you have all the modern conveniences and hospitals of the city but find your solitude at your country home. New pricing on new building requirements on many lots, make this a wonderful opportunity to purchase for now or for future (plans when you are ready!)! We look forward to seeing you soon at Scenic Ridge!

The median home value in Winterset, IA is $269,000. This is higher than the county median home value of $254,600. The national median home value is $338,100. The average price of homes sold in Winterset, IA is $269,000. Approximately 67.94% of Winterset homes are owned, compared to 26.18% rented, while 5.89% are vacant. Winterset real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale. Commercial properties are also available. If you see a property you’re interested in, contact a Winterset real estate agent to arrange a tour today!
Winterset, Iowa has a population of 5,309. Winterset is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 35.97% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 35.89%.
The median household income in Winterset, Iowa is $62,382. The median household income for the surrounding county is $79,306 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Winterset is 35.8 years.
The average high temperature in July is 84.8 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 12 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 35.6 inches per year, with 29.3 inches of snow per year.