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Located just north of Centerville in Appanoose County, Iowa, this 41-acre m/l tract offers a hard-to-find combination of annual income, quality hunting, and future flexibility. With less than 300 yards of gravel access, the property is easily reachable year-round while still maintaining a secluded, rural feel. The land is currently enrolled in two CRP contracts, providing dependable income while also creating excellent wildlife habitat: CRP Contract #1: $3,045 annually CRP Contract #2: $3,814 annually Total Annual Income: ~$6,800+ Contract Expirations: 2033 & 2034 CSR2: 50.2 (Final figures subject to FSA measurement.) The CRP acres consist of quality cover that supports strong whitetail movement and upland bird habitat, making this tract well-suited for the buyer looking to hunt now while letting the land pay its way. The area is known for solid deer numbers, and the property’s layout lends itself well to bow or firearm hunting depending on seasonal conditions. In addition to income and hunting, the property offers potential building site locations, making it a versatile option for buyers looking for a future cabin, rural home, or long-term hold. Its proximity to Rathbun Lake adds recreational value and strengthens long-term demand. Whether you’re an investor seeking stable CRP income, a hunter looking for an affordable and manageable tract, or a buyer wanting land with future optionality, this Appanoose County property checks a lot of boxes in today’s market.

This exceptional 300 +/- acre farm is located in the heart of Southern Iowa, in a region known for productive soils, strong yields, and long-term land value. The property offers a desirable mix of tillable acres and supporting land, making it well-suited for row crop production, livestock operation, or a long term investment. The farm features gently rolling terrain with good drainage and efficient field layouts, allowing for easy access and modern farming practices. Well maintained access points provide convenient entry from nearby country roads, and the property’s size allows for scalable operations. Good fence on three sides of the farm, needs very little repair. The row crop is currently leased for $50,000 annually, and another potential income stream could come from a renewed hunting lease. In addition to its agricultural value, the farm offers recreational appeal with abundant wildlife, deer, quail, pheasant, and turkey, making it attractive for hunting or outdoor enjoyment. Whether you’re expanding an existing operation, seeking quality Iowa farmland, or investing in a legacy property, this 300 +/- acre tract presents outstanding opportunities.

Located just north of Centerville, IA, this 140-acre property offers the ideal combination of productive farmland and top-tier hunting. The farm includes 95 acres of tillable ground with an average CSR above 67 for high productivity. It generates $19,000 annually in cash rent and has a consistent history of strong crop yields. All tillable acres would also be eligible for future CRP enrollment if the next owner chooses to transition to conservation programs. Over 40 acres of dense river-bottom hardwoods provide thick bedding cover and strong whitetail habitat. This area is truly a sleeper neighborhood where mature, trophy-class bucks can be consistently found year after year. The property sits off a dead-end road with very few surrounding roads, located in the middle of a large block of crop fields, timber, and river corridor—offering limited access and ideal seclusion for deer movement and unpressured hunting. The current owner has worked with the farm tenant to leave standing grain in key locations for food plot effectiveness, further improving late-season hunting. In addition to whitetails, this farm supports quality upland game and turkey hunting with healthy populations of quail, pheasant, and wild turkeys.  Additionally, its location within minutes of Rathbun Lake makes this a true investment opportunity with excellent recreation potential.