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Ryan grew up in southern Iowa on a farm near Albia, raising hogs and cattle. He was only gone from Albia for college and Air National Guard duty over the years. As a family with 4 sons and 1 daughter, our father took us hunting, be it for squirrel, whitetail deer or turkey. He instilled in us a love for the land and the outdoors. In 2003 Ryan became a member of the Iowa Air National Guard and in 2012 he graduated from Iowa State University with a major in Business Management. In 2013, Ryan became a licensed Realtor® joining his father, Alan, and brother, Nate, at Hawkeye Farm Mgmt & Real Estate.

Ryan’s great upbringing along with his membership in the Iowa National Air guard have instilled in him a sense of pride in what he does; he lives by the philosophy of integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all he does. He is passionate about quality land practices; whether for hunting or farming. Knowing that farms need the proper attention to grow quality crops or quality wildlife. Since starting his career at Hawkeye Farm Mgmt & Real Estate, he now manages approximately 1500 acres for 3 clients; negotiating new leases, comparing rents with CRP rates and general maintenance. In April 2015 Ryan married his wife Brittney. They share their home in Albia with their two children Berkley and Harrison and two dogs Allie and Zoey.

Ryan is co-owner of Hawkeye Farm Mgmt & Real Estate along with his father Alan and brother Nate. Ryan has been a member of the Iowa Air National Guard since 2003. He is a member of the Southeast Iowa Board of Realtors, a board member of the Albia Chamber of Commerce and Vice President of the Monroe County Hospital Foundation Board. He not only believes strongly in quality land practices and care of the land but in care of the community he lives in. Contact Ryan at (641) 777-2955 or email him at [email protected].

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Hard-to-Find Southern Iowa Recreational Acreage
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Hard-to-Find Southern Iowa Recreational Acreage

Chariton, IA
Lucas
This 38± acre rural acreage in Lucas County sits in an attractive pocket near the Lucas/Marion/Monroe County borders — a region known for its rolling hardwood timber, strong wildlife populations, and high demand for small recreational tracts with usable improvements. Properties in this size range with a home, buildings, and quality habitat are limited, and this setup offers practical use for full-time living or a rural escape within 45 miles of the Des Moines Metro. The location provides easy access to Chariton, Knoxville, and Lovilia. The land offers a balanced mix of hardwood timber, rolling terrain, and open ground that supports steady wildlife movement and everyday deer and turkey sightings. The home sits privately off the road with views into the surrounding timbered hills, giving owners immediate access to hunting, hiking, ATV riding, horseback riding, and general outdoor recreation right out the back door. The home is a 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch-style layout on the main floor, offering a functional floorplan with good natural light and scenic views of the Southern Iowa landscape. It provides a solid foundation with plenty of upside for a buyer who wants to put their own touches on it, modernize the space, and add value through updates. The attached garage adds convenience, and the home’s setting off the road gives it a quiet, private feel that maximizes the acreage’s rural atmosphere. Outbuildings provide functional storage, parking, and workspace for equipment, projects, or recreational gear. Acreages with this mix of privacy, improvements, and recreational value are increasingly hard to find in this part of Southern Iowa. This is a strong option for buyers seeking a manageable rural lifestyle property with proven outdoor appeal and the convenience of an established home and buildings already in place.
168 +/- Acres | Trophy Hunting, Income Producing & Potential Building Site | Monroe County, Iowa
168 +/- Acres | Trophy Hunting, Income Producing & Potential Building Site | Monroe County, Iowa 168 +/- Acres | Trophy Hunting, Income Producing & Potential Building Site | Monroe County, Iowa 168 +/- Acres | Trophy Hunting, Income Producing & Potential Building Site | Monroe County, Iowa 168 +/- Acres | Trophy Hunting, Income Producing & Potential Building Site | Monroe County, Iowa 168 +/- Acres | Trophy Hunting, Income Producing & Potential Building Site | Monroe County, Iowa
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168 +/- Acres | Trophy Hunting, Income…

Albia, IA
Monroe
168± acres located in a stretch of Monroe County where long-standing livestock producers and top-end cattle operations have shaped the land for generations—and where the same habitat also supports some of the county’s most consistent whitetail hunting. Surrounded by large, predominantly contiguous landowners, the property benefits from stability and habitat management practices that support mature deer year after year. This farm features a versatile mix of terrain and habitat types, including rolling timbered draws, dense edge cover, CRP native grasses, and pockets of open ground. These elements work together to create natural travel corridors and multiple ideal hunting setups. With 101.98 acres enrolled in three separate CRP contracts, this property generates an annual income of $18,898. The open fields suitable for hay/crop production and strategically placed food plots enhance both utility and wildlife attraction. Located within 1/4 mile of paved Hwy 34, this tract offers excellent options for a home or cabin with scenic views of the southern Iowa landscape—near Georgetown and Melrose, an area known for its deep-rooted productive cattle country, strong agricultural ground, and consistent top-tier wildlife populations. It is rare to find properties of this caliber in such a well-regarded neighborhood, and tracts offering this level of habitat diversity and income seldom hit the market. This property provides a well-rounded combination of recreational opportunity, reliable income, quality deer and turkey hunting, and desirable building sites in a highly sought-after Southern Iowa location.
Quality Row Crop & Building Site Opportunity | North of Albia, Iowa
Quality Row Crop & Building Site Opportunity | North of Albia, Iowa Quality Row Crop & Building Site Opportunity | North of Albia, Iowa Quality Row Crop & Building Site Opportunity | North of Albia, Iowa Quality Row Crop & Building Site Opportunity | North of Albia, Iowa Quality Row Crop & Building Site Opportunity | North of Albia, Iowa
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Quality Row Crop & Building Site Opportunity…

Lovilia, IA
Monroe
39± acres located just northwest of Albia offering productive ag potential, recreational use and a scenic building site.  Smaller tracts like these are in high demand and this property offers a diverse mix offering— manageable size, good income, rolling terrain, beautiful views, great hunting potential and multiple building-site options along a solid gravel road with utilities available near. The farm offers approximately 30 open acres carrying a CSR2 of 42, making it well-suited for row crop, hay, or alfalfa production. The remaining acres provide light cover and modest timber/cover, keeping the maintenance low while still offering edge habitat and a clean layout. The farm will be open for the 2026 crop season, giving a new owner full flexibility moving forward this spring. This is a solid opportunity for a starter farm, recreational tract or addition to a current farm portfolio.  The rolling views, the clean open fields, and the ease of access all combine to make this an attractive spot for a new home, cabin, or small hobby farm. Whether someone wants a place to build, a simple investment, or a productive smaller tract close to Albia, this farm has a lot to offer. More acres are available, and the property will be sold subject to survey. Quick Highlights Located just north of Albia in a desirable area ~30 open acres (CSR2 42) Strong row crop, hay, or alfalfa potential Light cover/minimal timber for easy maintenance Utilities available at the road Excellent new home or building-site potential Open for the 2026 crop season More acres available Sold subject to survey
115± Acres in Premier Monroe County, Iowa Whitetail Neighborhood
115± Acres in Premier Monroe County, Iowa Whitetail Neighborhood 115± Acres in Premier Monroe County, Iowa Whitetail Neighborhood 115± Acres in Premier Monroe County, Iowa Whitetail Neighborhood 115± Acres in Premier Monroe County, Iowa Whitetail Neighborhood 115± Acres in Premier Monroe County, Iowa Whitetail Neighborhood

115± Acres in Premier Monroe County, Iowa…

Albia, IA
Monroe
115± prime hunting and combination farm located in one of the most highly sought-after whitetail neighborhoods in the Midwest, offering opportunity, strong fundamentals, and exceptional long-term potential. This highly regarded area of Monroe County is made up of large, mostly contiguous tracts held by just a handful of long-term landowners. Many of these neighboring farms are either deep-rooted family agricultural operations or highly managed recreational properties with decades of proven trophy whitetail history. The farm itself has a strong mix of rolling terrain, brushy hillsides, pasture edges, and timbered draws that naturally pull deer across the property as they travel between the large surrounding bedding and timber blocks. It already sets up great for hunting in its current rugged and unpolished state, but the upside is tremendous—clean up a few select areas, add strategic food plots, plant native cover, and a new owner could quickly elevate the overall huntability. As a working farm operation, this tract also offers strong potential as a quality pasture and hay unit with modest row crop capability. Additionally, while the old homesite on the north end adds no structural value, the existing utilities are in place, and with some cleanup this spot would make an excellent new home or cabin site overlooking the rolling hills and surrounding timber. More acres are available, property will be sold subject to survey, and the current crop/pasture lease expires March 2026. Quick Highlights Located in a premier Monroe County trophy whitetail area Natural funnels and travel corridors into large neighboring timber Strong opportunity to add food plots, native cover, and improve huntability ~22 open acres (CSR2 39) Utilities at former homesite More acres available Sold subject to survey Crop/pasture lease expires March 2026
156± Acres | Premier Whitetail & Pasture Unit | North of Georgetown & West of Hiteman
156± Acres | Premier Whitetail & Pasture Unit | North of Georgetown & West of Hiteman 156± Acres | Premier Whitetail & Pasture Unit | North of Georgetown & West of Hiteman 156± Acres | Premier Whitetail & Pasture Unit | North of Georgetown & West of Hiteman 156± Acres | Premier Whitetail & Pasture Unit | North of Georgetown & West of Hiteman 156± Acres | Premier Whitetail & Pasture Unit | North of Georgetown & West of Hiteman

156± Acres | Premier Whitetail & Pasture…

Lovilia, IA
Monroe
156± acres positioned in one of the most proven and tightly held whitetail pockets in southern Iowa — just north of Georgetown, west of Hiteman, and a short drive from Albia. This is a highly sought-after stretch of Monroe County where large tracts dominate the landscape and acres that almost never hit the open market. The immediate neighborhood is defined by big, mostly contiguous holdings owned by locals with deep agricultural roots or long-term recreational management minded owners, creating one of the most consistent trophy-producing areas in the region. The farm itself lays out exceptionally well, offering a rolling blend of hay ground, pasture, brush, timbered draws, and elevation changes that naturally move deer across the property. Several ridges and edges feed directly into surrounding large timber blocks, creating dependable travel routes during all phases of the season. It’s a tract that will hunt well immediately, with clear opportunities to enhance it further — from strategic food plot locations to carving out native bedding pockets or brushing up key edges. From an operational standpoint, approximately 61 acres of hay ground offer real utility and income, while the balance provides reliable pasture and timbered pasture. A creek runs through the farm, supplying a dependable resource for both livestock and wildlife. The property has solid gravel road access with multiple building-site options for a cabin, home, or farmstead. More acres are available, the property will be sold subject to survey, and the current hay/pasture lease expires March 2026. Quick Highlights Premier Monroe County whitetail neighborhood Near Albia → west of Hiteman → north of Georgetown Area known for large landholdings and tracts that rarely become available Strong mixture of hay ground, pasture, timbered draws, and elevation Natural travel routes into large surrounding timber blocks Great hunting today with big upside via food plots or native cover ~61 acres of hay ground + pasture/timbered pasture Creek with consistent water observed Fencing appears cattle-tight Gravel road access with multiple building-site options More acres available Sold subject to survey Hay/pasture lease expires March 2026
20± Acres – Lucas County, Iowa Building Site • Hunting Opportunity • Near Public Access
20± Acres – Lucas County, Iowa Building Site • Hunting Opportunity • Near Public Access 20± Acres – Lucas County, Iowa Building Site • Hunting Opportunity • Near Public Access 20± Acres – Lucas County, Iowa Building Site • Hunting Opportunity • Near Public Access 20± Acres – Lucas County, Iowa Building Site • Hunting Opportunity • Near Public Access 20± Acres – Lucas County, Iowa Building Site • Hunting Opportunity • Near Public Access

20± Acres – Lucas County, Iowa Building…

Weller, IA
Monroe
This 20± acre property sits in northern Lucas County, near the borders of Monroe and Marion Counties, in an area well-regarded for its diverse cover, rolling terrain, and classic Iowa landscapes. The property offers a versatile opportunity for a home site, rural retreat, or recreational getaway with excellent whitetail hunting potential and access to thousands of acres of nearby public land. Located just a short distance from Stephens State Forest, this property is positioned within a highly active wildlife corridor, evidenced by trail camera photos and the surrounding habitat. Mature timber, warm-season native grasses, brush, and established food plots all contribute to a habitat that holds deer and other wildlife consistently. This is a chance to own a small tract as your base to some of the best hunting in the area, with trophy-caliber bucks no doubt navigating through this property from the extensive adjoining cover and the nearby Stephens State Forest. Key features include: Excellent building site with scenic views and rural setting. Established food plots in place for immediate hunting potential. Portable shed included for storage or use as an off-grid camp. Mix of mature timber, brush, and native grasses providing diverse wildlife cover. Less than 1 mile to thousands of acres of public hunting at Stephens State Forest. This property combines privacy, hunting, and the opportunity to build, all in one manageable-sized tract. Whether you’re looking for a home site, weekend retreat, or hunting base camp, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of land in a proven area for quality whitetail hunting.
Marion County, Iowa – 143+/- Acre Combination Farm with Recreational and Hunting Potential
Marion County, Iowa – 143+/- Acre Combination Farm with Recreational and Hunting Potential Marion County, Iowa – 143+/- Acre Combination Farm with Recreational and Hunting Potential Marion County, Iowa – 143+/- Acre Combination Farm with Recreational and Hunting Potential Marion County, Iowa – 143+/- Acre Combination Farm with Recreational and Hunting Potential Marion County, Iowa – 143+/- Acre Combination Farm with Recreational and Hunting Potential
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Marion County, Iowa – 143+/- Acre Combination…

Columbia, IA
Marion
This 143+/- acre property near Columbia, Iowa, on the Marion-Lucas County border, features rolling terrain, timbered draws, creek bottoms, cropland, and pasture. For years, it has been carefully maintained and utilized as a quality pasture and crop unit, offering buyers a versatile investment opportunity. The tract is ideally suited for agriculture or development into a premier hunting property. The area is renowned for producing trophy whitetails and excellent turkey hunting. With its secluded location and minimal road frontage, the layout is perfect for hunting all season and sets up great for prevailing winds with numerous funnels and pinch points between food and bedding areas. Crop fields and open acres provide opportunities for food plots, enhancing late-season hunting potential near neighboring big timber. As a pasture or crop unit, this farm is ready to go, with good fence and improved cropland.  There are approximately 90+/- open acres with a 50.6 CSR2 of which 25+/ tillable are rented with a 62.7 CSR2.  The remaining open acres are utilized as pasture/hay. Located within 45 minutes of Des Moines, between Chariton and Knoxville, this property combines investment value with outdoor recreation. Whether you’re seeking a productive farm, premier hunting, or both, this tract is an excellent opportunity with a tremendous upside in a great area of southern Iowa. Key Features Size and Location: 143+/- acres near Columbia, Iowa, on the Marion-Lucas County border. Land Composition: Rolling terrain, timbered draws, creek bottoms, cropland, and pasture. Agricultural Use: Approximately 90+/- open acres, including 25+/- tillable acres with a 62.7 CSR2, and additional acres used for pasture/hay. Hunting Potential: Renowned for trophy whitetails and turkey hunting with excellent late-season opportunities. Strategic Layout: Minimal road frontage for seclusion, with funnels and pinch points ideal for hunting prevailing winds. Food Plot Opportunities: Open areas suitable for food plot development near neighboring big timber. Infrastructure: Good fencing and improved cropland ready for immediate use as pasture or crop production. Proximity to Des Moines: Conveniently located within 45 minutes of Des Moines and between Chariton and Knoxville. Versatility: Offers investment potential as a productive farm, premier hunting property, or both. Upside Potential: A rare opportunity in a desirable area with significant agricultural and recreational value.
125+/- Acres | Combination Farm with Timber, Pasture & Hunting Potential | Appanoose County, IA
125+/- Acres | Combination Farm with Timber, Pasture & Hunting Potential | Appanoose County, IA 125+/- Acres | Combination Farm with Timber, Pasture & Hunting Potential | Appanoose County, IA 125+/- Acres | Combination Farm with Timber, Pasture & Hunting Potential | Appanoose County, IA 125+/- Acres | Combination Farm with Timber, Pasture & Hunting Potential | Appanoose County, IA 125+/- Acres | Combination Farm with Timber, Pasture & Hunting Potential | Appanoose County, IA

125+/- Acres | Combination Farm with Timber,…

Exline, IA
Appanoose
Located south of Centerville near Exline in Appanoose County, Iowa, this 125+/-acre farm offers a strong combination of productive ag land, heavily timbered draws, bedding cover, and excellent hunting potential. Tucked into the middle of a large, contiguous section with very few surrounding landowners, this property benefits from exceptional seclusion and natural wildlife movement. The farm has been actively operated as a pasture, hay, and crop unit by a great local Appanoose County family for many years, blending productive ground with high-quality habitat. The combination of open areas, thick timber, and natural travel corridors creates ideal conditions for whitetail deer and turkey. Multiple pinch points and natural funnels set the farm up for exceptional rut hunting, with the potential for further habitat improvements to enhance all-season hunting opportunities. This property offers a blank canvas for improvements, with excellent opportunities to enhance habitat, develop food plots, and customize it to your vision. Two ponds provide additional water sources for wildlife and livestock, while the row crop and hay ground offer immediate income potential. Several natural clearings and openings set up perfectly for strategic food plot locations, making it easy to create prime hunting setups in key areas of the farm. This tract also allows you to take full advantage of the surrounding properties and hunt an incredibly rugged system of ditches and draws that cut through the center of the farm and extend into the larger neighborhood. With little to no frontage, the interior seclusion adds to the property’s ability to hold and attract mature bucks throughout the season during daylight hours. Surrounded by large tracts of timber, pasture and diverse cover, this property sits in a proven neighborhood that consistently produces world class whitetail and turkey hunting. Food sources, bedding cover, and natural travel corridors all combine to make this a highly desirable hunting tract with the added benefit of agricultural income and future development potential. With a versatile mix of timber, pasture, and cropland, this 125+/-acre tract offers the potential to develop into a premier recreational and income-producing farm in one of southern Iowa’s best hunting and recreational areas.