West Des Moines Farmland Development Plan
Developers are planning a 760-acre residential and commercial project on farmland in western West Des Moines, Axios reported. Approximately 300 acres of agricultural land situated west of Grand Prairie Parkway and north of Booneville Road in Dallas County are slated for joint development by Jerry’s Homes and Caliber Homes.
The first phase includes 130 single-family home lots, with the project could take 10 to 15 years to build out. High-end properties valued between $800,000 and $3 million will be the specialty of Caliber, whereas Jerry’s Homes will provide more affordable alternatives. Jerry’s Homes did not immediately respond to Axios’ request for comment.
Land grading starts this fall for future residential development
Developers plan to begin grading land this fall, with the first lots becoming available by fall 2027. The number of phases is not yet known.
The development could eventually include townhomes, apartments, rental condos and neighborhood-scale retail. Ryan Kauffman of Caliber Homes told Axios that the project is an urban area with a “country aesthetic” with rolling hills and tree-lined waterways.
Regional Growth Context
The project is in Dallas County, the fastest-growing county in the Midwest. According to West Des Moines economic development director Ryan Moffatt, this undertaking will expand the booming western corridor of the city near other significant initiatives like the planned Grand Experience and the expansion of the MidAmerican Energy RecPlex.
During a council meeting last month, Mayor Russ Trimble expressed support for the project. I think this is really encouraging. This is going to be part of a project that’s going to result in … much-needed housing,
Mayor Russ Trimble said.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the first lots become available to buyers?
Developers plan to begin grading land this fall, with the first lots becoming available by fall 2027, according to Axios.
What price ranges are expected for the homes?
As noted by Axios, Caliber is set to concentrate on properties priced from $800,000 up to $3 million, while Jerry’s Homes will make more budget-friendly choices available.
How many acres will the completed project cover?
Encompassing about 760 acres overall, the massive undertaking features a roughly 300-acre agricultural parcel north of Booneville Road and west of Grand Prairie Parkway being jointly built out by Caliber Homes and Jerry’s Homes.
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