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80 Acres+/- Diverse Iowa Investment Property with Quality Recreational and Hunting Opportunities. This Iowa Combination Farm offers a dynamic package of highly tillable cropland, CRP native grasses and forbs and timbered draws across 80 acres. This area of NW Monroe County, Iowa, near the borders of Marion and Lucas Counties offers incredible recreational and hunting benefits and this property directly borders a large section of Stephens State Forest known for producing world class hunting opportunities. The secluded location and diverse habitat makes this a great opportunity tucked inside of a large section of contiguous acres and with Cedar Creek cutting through a portion of the farm, offering a major travel corridor for the heavy population of small game, whitetail deer and turkey. With secluded access from the north and easement access from the west, this property sets up great to take advantage of multiple wind directions and offers solid hunting set-ups regardless of the season on this private tract or on the adjoining Stephens State Forest. Along with the recreational benefits there is solid income opportunity from 29 crop acres boasting a solid 54.9 CSR2 with prospective rent in the $200/acre range and 9.31 CRP acres with an annual payment of $1,629 on one contract expiring in 2031. Iowa recreational tracts of this size boasting solid income and top end recreational benefits are in high demand and this property is a truly diverse and quality offering. *Property is accessed from 505th Avenue and additionally, an easement from 500th Avenue to access the row crop acres.*

This 69 +/- acre Northern Monroe County, Iowa tract offers everything a great hunting farm should possess in a compact and powerful package. Owned by the same family for 10 + years, this farm has been thoroughly enjoyed for recreational use and hunting mature whitetails. This Bluff Creek Township tract provides ample food, water, and cover for all wildlife species throughout the immediate area while also providing income to the owner. The farm is currently generating $6,631 annually through a combination of 33.97 acres from four separate CRP contracts along with 3.67 FSA certified tillable acres rented to a local operator. The creek drainage system along with two-sided road frontage provides several ways to access and navigate the farm depending on the individual hunting scenario. Established native grasses, gently rolling topography, and tree plantings all play a role in limited visibility from the county gravel roads. A centrally located water source and two established food plots draw whitetails towards the center of the property providing an enjoyable hunting experience! This farm serves as a “final destination” for the area and the pictures speak for themselves! If you have been searching for a smaller Southern Iowa Whitetail Farm that packs a punch, this property is a must see! For more information or to schedule a private showing, contact Iowa Land Specialist Luke Nissen at 712-304-4827 or email luke@uciowa.com.

This sprawling 73-acre Iowa property offers a serene rural retreat with endless possibilities in Monroe County, near Moravia and Albia. Conveniently located just one mile off paved 645th Avenue, south of Albia, this parcel combines fertile land with comfortable living. At its heart lies a 3,360-square-foot home built in 2011, featuring 5 bedrooms, a walkout basement, and an attached garage. This dwelling is a perfect blend of comfort and functionality, providing ample space. The property's appeal extends beyond the home, with six buildings dotting the landscape. Among these structures, two recently built barns feature concrete floors, offering versatility for various endeavors. A spacious open-front shed built in 2019, measuring 40 x 168 x 12 provides ample space for equipment or projects. One of the newer barns is thoughtfully connected to a five-acre fenced area, making it an ideal setting for livestock or agricultural activities. Whether you're considering hobby farming or 4-H/FFA projects, this area is primed for your rural aspirations. Across the property, approximately 20 acres are dedicated to hayfields, and a further 3 acres serve as a productive produce patch exploding with vibrant colors of fruits, vegetables, and flowers. The land seamlessly transitions into a picturesque landscape of open fields and timber, that flourishes with wildlife. Turkey and trophy whitetail deer roam these grounds, making it a paradise for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. Truly a rare find, this property offers the best of both worlds—functionality and scenic charm. Whether you envision a home surrounded by nature's beauty, wish to cultivate your own crops, or enjoy its recreational benefits, this 73-acre gem holds the promise of a fulfilling rural lifestyle. Greenhouse is not included and the property does not have electric or forced air/heat.

Iowa Investment Property with Income Producing Ag Land, CRP Land and Exceptional Recreational and Hunting Use. This Monroe County, Iowa 255 +/- acre combination farm is located near the borders of Lucas and Marion Counties offering a combination of productive ag land currently seeded to alfalfa/hay, native grass CRP with timbered fingers & draws bisecting the farm. Approximately 70% of this farm is income producing with 89 +/- acres in CRP with an annual payment of $13,810 on 3 contracts expiring in 2025, 2031 and 2034. The additional income comes from 91 +/- open crop acres carrying a 47 CSR2, a majority being alfalfa with grass hay and modest pasture acres. This property lays in an area that produces true world-class hunting opportunities and is set up with solid access to multiple natural funnels across the farm. Timbered draws break up the farm perfectly and offer several smaller fields along with larger fields, all of which create major travel corridors and offer edge habitat for hunting multiple winds all season long. There are multiple locations to convert to food plots, which would put this farm over the top. With a large section of Stephens State Forest to the south, the private and secluded location of this farm, in the middle of a large section of contiguous acres makes for a stout population of whitetail, turkey, and small game. Iowa combination farms that offer both a solid return from sustainable income and true long-term trophy hunting potential are hard to find and this one offers all that and much more.

Iowa Trophy Hunting and Recreational Property located just outside of Melrose, Iowa, less than 5 miles from Rathbun Lake.  This 152-acre Monroe County, Iowa property offers remarkable hunting opportunities, year-round recreation, food plots, building potential, solid CRP income and high value white oak and walnut timber. The rugged terrain and heavy cover across the rolling topography makes for incredible wildlife habitat.  Additionally, the established clover and corn food plots provide food sources, and the CRP provides additional bedding within the Native Warm Season Grass. The current income for the farm is made up of 4 separate CRP contracts generating $11,008 annually. In addition to the CRP payment, added income may be realized by harvesting the mature timber on this property; a recent estimate in 2022 put the value to the landowner at over $40,000.  As vacation destination this property has building sites with access to utilities year-round recreation with beautiful views and income.  The current owner has carefully managed this property for over 15 years with the main objective of growing a healthy whitetail herd and top-end trophy whitetails. He will continue to own and manage the adjacent 240 acres to the west and will retain a low impact 30-foot access along the south border for ingress/ egress but will discuss his needs with perspective buyers to assure it won’t disrupt their use.