Ryan Ammons

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.

Well Maintained and Established Combination Farm with a Remodeled Home Located in the Southern Iowa Rolling Hills. This Marion County, Iowa 216+/- acre tract offers a turn-key opportunity for a quality acreage with a beautifully remodeled home adjoining a paved road, multiple access points, manicured pastures, cropland, ample water, and functional sorting facilities. Just off Hwy 14 west of Columbia the home overlooks the gently rolling terrain and clean pastures offering top-notch grazing conditions with separate paddocks for rotational grazing and timbered pasture options for shade in the summer. This unit offers multiple water sources from 3 ponds (one with waterer) and Columbia Creek which meanders through the heart of the property.  Fences are in good condition and the barn area offers some continuous fence in the corral area with storage in the rustic barn. The home has had a major remodel in the last 10 years offering new finishes throughout with one bedroom on the main level, two bedrooms upstairs, 1 ¾ baths, formal dining room, living room and 4 seasons nook. The home finishes are excellent; specifically, the elegant kitchen boasting stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, custom tile backsplash and beautiful maple soft-close cabinets. The quality continues throughout the home with a mix of hardwood flooring, ¾ tongue and groove wainscot/wall covering and tile flooring. The farm offers south access from Lucas County Line Rd and part of the south side of the farm offers quality cropland improved with terraces. Additionally, this farm offers excellent hunting opportunities with surrounding timber and travel corridors through this farm making this an incredibly versatile property in a premier farming community known for its cropland, cattle production, and recreational value.

This 80+/- acre property in Monroe County, Iowa features diverse habitat and a variety of landscapes, including beautiful rolling hills covered with warm-season native grasses, thick brush, cedar thickets, and mature hardwoods. These elements create a perfect setting for hunting, with numerous stand locations positioned to optimize predominate winds. Sleeper Neighborhood with Large Contiguous Timber Tract Adjoining: This tract serves as a major transition farm from heavy cover/timber and fertile area ag fields for destination food sources. Large neighboring tracts surround this property with travel corridors and extensive cover funneling wildlife through the heart of this property. The secluded location offers privacy and the established native grasses, timber and rolling hills offer breathtaking views, ideal for building a future home or cabin within 2.5 miles of Highway J-18 or 4.5 miles of Highway 5. Established Income Stream: Properties like this, offering a rare blend of recreational benefits and solid income, are difficult to find. This farm includes approximately 32 +/- open acres generating reliable annual income from two CRP contracts that pay $7,300 annually.  Subject to survey and field reconstitution with FSA. Water and Food Sources for Wildlife: Neighboring Ponds and seasonal drainage ditch provide essential water sources for wildlife, while the existing food plot, along with several potential areas for additional plots, add to the property's ability to attract and sustain game throughout the year.  There’s also great options to develop further, maximizing its potential as the ultimate hunting property. Exceptional Location Between Moravia, Albia & Rathbun Lake: Ideally situated between Albia, Moravia, and Rathbun Lake, an area renowned for all-around outdoor activities.  Whether you enjoy hunting trophy Iowa whitetails, upland game, fishing, boating, or camping, this property offers prime access to these popular pursuits. Unique Opportunity: Combining outdoor recreation, trophy hunting, and investment potential, this property is a standout offering within 5 miles of Rathbun Lake. It’s an excellent opportunity for anyone looking for a top-tier recreational property with income to support it. Property is owned by the Listing Broker & Listing Agents are related to owner.

This 150-acre m/l property, located in Monroe County, southeast of Albia, Iowa near Blakesburg, lies in one of the most sought-after whitetail hunting regions in the Midwest. Renowned for producing Boone and Crockett whitetails, this area consistently documents 200" class bucks, earning its reputation as a top-tier trophy-producing neighborhood. The property boasts diverse habitat, featuring sprawling timber, thick cover, and a blend of fertile soil and rolling cattle ground—ideal conditions for supporting and harvesting trophy game. Secluded access ensures minimal disturbance and maximum privacy, making this tract an ideal sanctuary for wildlife. The thick timber and rolling terrain create perfect conditions for year-round hunting, offering natural funnels and pinch points with optimal stand locations for multiple wind directions. With 5 acres of designated food plots strategically located within the 58 acres of CRP, this property provides an excellent environment to attract and hold whitetail deer and other wildlife. The CRP contributes $12,688 in annual income, with the contract running through 2032, making it not only a recreational gem but also a financially attractive investment. This is truly a rare opportunity to own a piece of history, as parts of this farm have been in the same family since 1857, and it is now being offered on the open market for the first time. Whether you’re seeking world-class hunting or a solid investment with income potential, this property delivers on both fronts, standing out as a premier Iowa hunting and recreational destination.

This 165 +/- acre farm in Wapello County, Iowa, features a heavily timbered landscape and a stocked 3-acre pond, making it ideal for hunting and recreational activities. Known for its productive cropland, the area also offers top-tier hunting opportunities, with trophy whitetails living amongst the timbered acres. A standout feature of this property is its Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) CP3A tree planting, covering 155.93 acres of established trees, which generates an annual income of $33,619, with the contract expiring on September 30, 2026. Prior to the tree planting, this property was rolling agricultural land with a 57 CSR2 rating, including tile and terrace improvements. This property is rare as it provides extensive habitat and cover for wildlife, along with significant recreational benefits, all while offering a solid return on investment on quality Iowa soils. The gently rolling terrain, scenic views, and multiple gated access points offer excellent potential for building a dream home or developing multiple home sites. The property has both paved frontage and access from a gravel side road, providing convenient entry.  Located on the border of Wapello and Mahaska Counties, this area is strong in both agriculture and recreation, and a short commute to career opportunities in Eddyville, Oskaloosa, Ottumwa, and Pella. In today’s market, it is rare to find a recreational tract with such strong investment potential. Whether you are looking for pure recreational use, a long-term investment, or a future home site with outstanding recreational benefits, this property offers multiple possibilities now and in the future. Property Highlights: Size and Location: 165 +/- acres in Wapello County, Iowa Located on the border of Wapello and Mahaska Counties Paved frontage with additional access from a gravel side road Hunting and Recreational Features: Heavily timbered land, ideal for hunting 3 +/- acre stocked pond, great for fishing Known area for trophy whitetail deer and other wildlife Income and Investment Potential: 155.93 acres enrolled in Conservation Reserve Program (CP3A) with established tree planting Generates $33,619 annual income, with CRP contract expiring on September 30, 2026 Formerly rolling agricultural land with a 57 CSR2 rating, including tile and terrace improvements Building and Development Opportunities: Gently rolling terrain with beautiful views Multiple gated access points for easy entry Potential for building a dream home or developing multiple home sites Convenient Access and Local Amenities: Short commute to job opportunities in Eddyville, Oskaloosa, Ottumwa, and Pella Located in a strong agricultural and recreational area Versatile Use: Suitable for recreational use, long-term investment, or future home building Offers both recreational benefits and a solid return on investment

Prime Iowa 64+\- Acre Hunting and Recreational Tract in Wapello County.  This property combines all the best that southern Iowa is known for in one affordable package: top end hunting opportunities, productive ag land and stunning building sites within 1/4 mile of a paved road.  The frontage offers a great place for building a dream home or cabin and income from the tillable acres.  Further back the thick timber makes for excellent trophy hunting potential and a property that hunts big for its size tucked into an area that’s a proven producer for big bucks and excellent turkey hunting as well.  Additionally, the pond serves as more recreational opportunities with some improvement and is great for a wildlife water source.  The open front building measures 30’ x 40’ and is a great space to store equipment out of the elements.  This property is centrally located between Albia, Ottumwa, and Eddyville with a diverse layout for an incredible rural living experience.  Smaller tracts like this which stack multiple features across a beautiful landscape in one property are rare to get a hold of in today’s market.

Rural Southern Iowa Acreage: Hard to find rural acreage, featuring a lovely home and a detached garage sitting on 31 beautiful acres of Southern Iowa Land. Located between Albia and Lovilia, less than 2 miles from Highway 5, lies this Monroe County, Iowa Acreage loaded with possibilities. Surrounded by timbered landscapes and fertile ag land, this property is perfectly positioned amidst exceptional habitat, and is in an area known for incredible hunting and recreational benefits. Explore 31 acres offering tons of opportunities to enjoy all Southern Iowa has to offer. This property offers plenty of space to live and play - walk the trails to enjoy nature, set up your perfect hunting spot, ride 4-wheelers throughout, or stock the pond and go fishing.   Comfortable Living with Updates: The ranch style home was built in 1979 and thanks to an addition in 2003, offers over 2,700 total square feet of living space with an abundance of features. The kitchen features an oversized pantry and dining space, all highlighted by multiple windows and a door leading to a deck inviting you to relax and enjoy views of Southern Iowa landscape. A large living room with a large picture window is just around the corner from the kitchen and dining area, and traveling down the hallway from the living area, you’ll find three bedrooms and a recently updated ¾ bathroom featuring double sinks and laundry area. This bathroom can also be accessed from the dining space, enhancing functionality.  A noteworthy addition to the home includes a snug bonus space, ideal for a home library. Around the corner is a sizeable yet cozy primary suite with a large walk-in closet and full bathroom featuring a tub with new tile surround creating a relaxing environment. Travel down the stairs to the walkout basement, and you’ll find even more space to enjoy.   Added Bonus: The basement holds another bedroom with a ¾ bathroom, utility area, and large storage room. This home is equipped with a generator and has 2 furnaces and 2 central ac units (one for the original part of the home and one for the addition both new in April 2024). As an added bonus, the seller is offering a $3,000 flooring allowance to help you transform this beautiful home into your dream space.   A perfect combination of land and home, properties like this are a rare find. If you’re looking for a rural retreat to call home, this is definitely one to see!

Hunting and Recreational Property in Mahaska County, Iowa   Located just 2 miles from Bussey and 15 miles from both Albia and Eddyville, this 135+/- acre tract in Mahaska County, Iowa, offers a unique blend of CRP land, timber, and rolling to level bottom ground.   Diverse Land Composition This property features 68.9 acres enrolled in CRP, providing steady annual income and excellent habitat for wildlife. The remaining acreage consists of timber, brush, ditches, and draws, offering a variety of environments for wildlife and recreational activities. The land is a mix of rolling ridge ground and level bottom land, making it easy to navigate and utilize for various purposes.   Quality CRP Contracts The 68.9 CRP acres are in two contracts with an annual income of $14,516. The first covers 35.7 acres, paying $8,678 annually and expiring in 2027. The second includes 33.23 acres, paying $5,838 annually and expiring in 2030. These contracts ensure a stable income stream while enhancing the land's wildlife habitat.   Abundant Wildlife and Hunting Opportunities Whitetail deer and turkey thrive in this area, with some pheasants making a comeback due to increased CRP acreage. The property is adjacent to a large block of timber to the east, making it a prime location for attracting and hunting big bucks. There are opportunities for establishing food plots within the CRP contracts, and with some clearing, a 3-acre field could become a perfect secluded food plot. The property includes a pond and a seasonal creek running through it, providing essential water sources for wildlife.  With a little work, adding food plots and trail clean-up could transform this land into a premier hunting farm.   This Mahaska County property combines income-producing CRP land, and excellent hunting opportunities.  Don’t miss out on the chance to own this versatile and valuable piece of Iowa's landscape.  

Southern Iowa hunting and Recreational Tract Located in Lucas County, Iowa Tucked Into a Secluded Area with Large Contiguous Tracts Surrounding. This 320+/- acres of beautiful rolling terrain is stretched out between large sections of southern Iowa hardwoods and offers great hunting potential, recreational value, and income. With the combination of large tracts of management minded neighbors and huge blocks of state land, this area of northeastern Lucas County, Iowa near the border of Monroe County is well-known for producing world class whitetails and excellent hunting opportunities. The layout and terrain features of this farm relative to adjacent timber make it a no brainer for developing habitat, adding food plots and major destination food sources for the vast area wild game. With approximately 100+/- tillable there’s great drawing power for wildlife along with a good income. Terrain features and habitat on this property allow access to numerous spots across the farm to hunt multiple winds while chasing trophy Iowa whitetails throughout all seasons.  This property offers incredible pinch points and travel corridors for great stand set-ups between food and bedding. Property is offered as a lease to purchase option and owner has an active logging contact on part of the farm that will be completed in the next 12 months.