Carbon, IA Homes with 100 Acres or Less for Sale

Situated in Dallas County, this 31.65-acre property is located just west of the Apple Data Center along Hickman Road. The site offers over 1,135 feet of highway frontage, providing excellent visibility and accessibility. With its strategic location and strong development potential, the property is well suited for a corporate campus, light industrial park, or mixed-use development.

3207 Hickman Road, Waukee

Listing courtesy of Ryan Wiederstein with WB Realty Company

$2,250,000

26-643 MLS

39.74 acres located along the I-29 corridor with direct access off 192nd Street. Property offers strong visibility, easy interstate connectivity, and is positioned in a growing commercial and industrial area. Ideal for development, investment, or user-based opportunities. Water, gas, and electricity in the right of way. Rail (BNSF) borders property, so potential with approval if needing rail access. Subject to zoning change.

39.74 Ac M/L 192nd St, Council Bluffs

Listing courtesy of John H. Jerkovich with Heartland Properties

$950,000

5 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 738111 MLS

Set on a beautifully irrigated 1-acre lot, this custom 1.5-story walkout offers nearly 6,000 SF designed for flexible living. The main level features a grand entry that flows into a spacious dining area and dream kitchen with a long island, farmhouse sink, prep sink, dual ovens, pot filler, and abundant cabinetry. A mudroom with lockers, large laundry room, and half bath add convenience, while the main-level primary suite includes a soaking tub, tile shower, and custom walk-in closet. Step outside to the stone patio for relaxing or entertaining. The finished walkout lower level offers a private suite with full kitchen, living area, bedroom, and separate garage entrance or access from the main living room, ideal for multi-generational living or guests. Upstairs includes a second primary suite, two additional bedrooms, hall bath, and large flex room roughed-in for a future bath. Laundry on all 3 levels, 2 HVAC systems, tankless water heater, storage shed, and no HOA. All information obtained from seller and public record.

114 Tradition Drive, Polk City

Listing courtesy of Catie Croat with RE/MAX Precision

$149,000

6337074 MLS

This acreage is an excellent location, with amazing views, and a great spot for your dream home, shouse, mobile home park, have a private campground just minutes from town- whatever you dream!! The previous mobile home has been properly removed, as well as the out dated septic properly removed/ filled. There is an excellent building already there, a well and electric on the property, little to no dirt work needed, so it's ready for your project. Call today to discuss the details and check out this excellent acreage just a couple minutes outside of Denison!!

2386 Ave O, Denison

Listing courtesy of with McCord Insurance & Real Estate

$674,900

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 6337073 MLS

This isn’t just a home—it’s a lifestyle you’ll never want to leave. Welcome to your private escape on the 400-acre Lake Sundown, where every day begins with peaceful water views and ends with unforgettable sunsets. With 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, this custom-built home was designed to bring the beauty of the outdoors in, offering stunning lake views from nearly every room. Imagine slow mornings on the expansive deck with coffee in hand, the water calm and quiet. Afternoons spent boating, fishing, or simply soaking up the sun—with your own boat slip making it effortless. Evenings gather friends and family around the firepit, laughter carrying through the air as the stars reflect off the lake. Inside, over 2,600 finished square feet provides warmth and comfort, with a walk-out basement featuring a wet bar—perfect for hosting or unwinding after a day on the water. The home has been meticulously maintained, with beautiful landscaping and thoughtful details like a stamped concrete walkway that welcomes you to the backyard retreat. With both an attached finished garage and a detached workshop, there’s space for all your lake toys, hobbies, and more. Whether it’s a weekend getaway or your forever home, this is where memories are made, traditions are built, and life slows down just enough to truly enjoy it.

29224 Westview Dr, Moravia

Listing courtesy of with Bogle Realty LLC

$244,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 6337071 MLS

Looking for an acreage on a hard surfaced road located 5 miles north of Humboldt? Do Not hesitate to look at this one before your neighbor checks it out and then its GONE. This 2 story home with open front porch for cool spring and fall days or summer days with lemonade in hand rocking on the front porch, holiday decorations for passerby's to grab a quick look. Beautiful original woodwork inside, new carpet in the living room and dining room, spare bdrm/office/toy room right off the living room with double doors. Kitchen has an abundance of cabinets and counter for every day living and main floor has a half bath. Upstairs includes 3 bdrms and full bath along with attic access. Full, unfinished bsmt with laundry hookups, and lots of storage space. 2 car detached garage just a few steps from the house.

1574 Lincoln Ave, Humboldt

Listing courtesy of with Growthland Realty

$647,900

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 6337065 MLS

This beautifully maintained 1.5-story home, built in 1998, offers 2,384 square feet above grade and is situated on a peaceful, private wooded lot that provides a serene backdrop for everyday living. Move-in ready and thoughtfully updated throughout, this residence blends modern conveniences with timeless appeal. Recent updates include fresh exterior paint (fall 2025), new vanity tops in the basement and upper-level bathroom (fall 2025), new/refaced kitchen cabinets with added cabinetry doors on open shelving (fall 2025), a new dishwasher and microwave (2024), and new stylish black interior door knobs and hinges (2020). The master bathroom features a new vanity with an added sink (2020). New light fixtures grace the main living room, dining room, and kitchen (2023), complemented by replaced exterior light fixtures the same year and a convenient new exterior outlet on the front porch (2025). Inside, you'll find new luxury vinyl plank flooring and new carpet throughout most of the home (fall 2020), with fresh interior paint in all rooms (fall 2020) except the basement family room, which now boasts attractive new ship lap. Some elegant crown molding adds a refined touch, and the home offers excellent storage space throughout. Proudly presented in true move-in condition, this updated home is ready for its next chapter. Enjoy the privacy of the wooded setting while benefiting from numerous modern improvements that make daily life effortless and enjoyable.

1225 Riverview Cir, Humboldt

Listing courtesy of with Smith Real Estate

$941,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 6337060 MLS

Tucked back off the road, this versatile property offers a blend of privacy, productivity, and potential. Conveniently located just 10 miles from Marion and Cedar Rapids on a hard surface road, this acreage enjoys all the benefits of country living while being close to town. The well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on 37.4 acres m/l and includes the added peace of mind of a whole house generator. Owners will enjoy the feeling of total privacy as the backyard is surrounded by mature evergreens for a natural windbreak. Featuring 30.73 FSA effective crop acres with a strong CSR2 rating of 72 and 4.3 acres enrolled in CRP, the property offers great income potential. Horse owners and hobby farmers alike will appreciate the thoughtfully designed setup, including a 63x36 steel building with electricity, water access, and partial concrete, separate paddock areas for horses or other livestock, and plenty of space for a garden. With the added potential (with county approval) to subdivide and develop, this property presents an opportunity for both immediate enjoyment and future flexibility. Whether you’re wanting a hobby farm, horse property, or a quiet country lifestyle with income potential, this acreage checks many boxes. Call today to schedule a showing.

3522 Lori Sue Ln, Toddville

Listing courtesy of with Whitetail Properties Real Estate, LLC

$379,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 737787 MLS

Tucked on the west side of Lake Panorama, this updated offshore home offers privacy, space & modern updates. Set on a scenic 1.35-acre wooded lot, it provides a peaceful, secluded setting with mature trees & room to enjoy the outdoors. With approximately 2,300 square feet of finished living space between the two levels, the home features an open main level with a welcoming living area, dining space & kitchen. Major updates completed in Fall 2025 include the kitchen renovation (complete with quartz countertops, new cabinetry & appliances), three fully remodeled bathrooms, central air, flooring & lighting throughout. The primary suite offers a spacious retreat with a well-appointed bathroom featuring a double vanity & three closets for ample storage. An additional bedroom & full bathroom on the main level provide convenient accommodations for family or guests. The fully finished walkout lower level expands the living space with multiple gathering areas, bar area, additional bedroom & ¾ bathroom. With direct access to both the driveway & backyard, the lower level is ideal for entertaining or flexible use. Enjoy the peaceful views from the front & back decks, relax on the patio, or gather around the firepit. Additional features include 2 storage sheds & an oversized insulated garage. Enjoy the peaceful wooded setting while taking advantage of everything Lake Panorama has to offer, including boating, kayaking, beaches, golf courses, pickleball courts, walking trails & much more.

6214 Panorama Road, Panora

Listing courtesy of Angela Worth with Sunset Realty

$90,000

11687105 MLS

2 Acre M/L Building lot for sale just outside of Ossian on Hard Surface Road. Shared Well with neighboring property. Make your new build a reality today!

1627 Co Rd W42, Ossian

Listing courtesy of Jeffrey Allison with Driftless Real Estate Company

$440,000

6337047 MLS

Prime Grinnell Manufacturing Facility For Sale or Lease. Zoned M-1 Light Industrial. This 10,700 SF steel-framed facility on 1.88 acres within Grinnell city limits offers heavy-duty infrastructure and significant room for expansion. The building features a load-bearing steel frame, steel/membrane roof, and full city services. The site is equipped with 240V, 3-phase, 600-amp service, organized into five sub-panel zones with enclosed wire trays and overhead conduit racks. It includes a 480V, 3-phase, 50-amp boost transformer with dedicated runs from the main panel, ideal for specialized machinery. The 9,500 SF manufacturing floor features 16' sidewalls and a 10'x24' overhead door. The shop is insulated, steel-lined, and climate-controlled with an 8.5-ton AC and 160,000 BTU heating hookup (updated 2019). The 1,500 sq. ft. office includes a reception, three private offices, a conference room, and a bathroom. This area features a new furnace and AC unit installed in 2024. Strategically located with easy access from Penrose St. and 3rd Ave, the large lot provides ample space for storage or potential subdivision. This versatile property is perfectly suited for an owner-user or industrial investor looking for a high-capacity, move-in-ready asset. NNN Lease options available. Inquire for additional leasing information. Schedule your private showing today.

725 Penrose St, Grinnell

Listing courtesy of with RE/MAX Partners Realty, Grinnell

$440,000

737943 MLS

Prime Grinnell Manufacturing Facility For Sale or Lease. Zoned M-1 Light Industrial. This 10,700 SF steel-framed facility on 1.88 acres within Grinnell city limits offers heavy-duty infrastructure and significant room for expansion. The building features a load-bearing steel frame, steel/membrane roof, and full city services. The site is equipped with 240V, 3-phase, 600-amp service, organized into five sub-panel zones with enclosed wire trays and overhead conduit racks. It includes a 480V, 3-phase, 50-amp boost transformer with dedicated runs from the main panel, ideal for specialized machinery. The 9,500 SF manufacturing floor features 16' sidewalls and a 10'x24' overhead door. The shop is insulated, steel-lined, and climate-controlled with an 8.5-ton AC and 160,000 BTU heating hookup (updated 2019). The 1,500 sq. ft. office includes a reception, three private offices, a conference room, and a bathroom. This area features a new furnace and AC unit installed in 2024. Strategically located with easy access from Penrose St. and 3rd Ave, the large lot provides ample space for storage or potential subdivision. This versatile property is perfectly suited for an owner-user or industrial investor looking for a high-capacity, move-in-ready asset. NNN Lease options available. Inquire for additional leasing information. Schedule your private showing today.

725 Penrose Street, Grinnell

Listing courtesy of Bennett Wiltfang with RE/MAX Partners Realty

$475,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 6337039 MLS

Discover the perfect blend of privacy, productivity and country charm with this beautiful 45 m/l acre farm tucked away down a long scenic lane. Approximately half of the acreage is tillable, offering income potential plus space for livestock or a small hobby farm. The nice ranch home sits in a picturesque setting surrounded by trees and a great view of the countryside. Inside you will find 3 bedrooms, one and half baths and a very nice layout on a full walkout basement with lots of storage space. Hardwood floors throughout much of the home add a warm country feeling. Enjoy the abundant wildlife, breathtaking sunsets and quiet country life off of the main road, but only a few short miles to Centerville, the Appanoose County seat. This small farm includes 2 older grain bins, and multiple buildings, perfect for livestock, or to store all of your boating toys, as this property is only minutes from Lake Rathbun, dubbed Iowa's Ocean, and could be your family's vacation paradise. Check out the unique stone building that could have multiple uses and was likely once a summer kitchen. Tenants reside in the home, so notice is required to schedule showings. This is the acreage in a perfect location, that everyone is looking for, so waste no time in getting your private tour scheduled.

20073 200th Ave, Centerville

Listing courtesy of with Sunrise Realty

$400,000

737909 MLS

Welcome home to the exclusive Napa Valley Neighborhood in Waukee. Build your dream home on this executive 1 acre lot with premier builders Johnson Construction. This community features many amenities including, a pool, tennis courts, ponds, and walking paths. Enjoy the peace and quiet of rural living, complete with mature trees, while being only a few minutes from West Des Moines and downtown Waukee.

Parcel 1629201001, Waukee

Listing courtesy of Michelle Flatt with Century 21 Signature

$152,000

6337034 MLS

Presenting an exceptional 8 acre m/l building site on Nixon Street, just east of Milo, Iowa. Situated just off pavement, this executive property offers the perfect location for constructing your dream home, free from restrictive covenants yet within a 20-minute drive to Indianola and 40-minute drive to the Des Moines Metro area. Boasting breathtaking views and walk out options, this property fulfills every requirement for prospective builders. The property's prime location ensures swift access to Indianola and Milo. Utilities, including rural water and electricity, are readily available at the road. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own an affordable building site with exceptional views, walk out lot, and proximity to Des Moines, a perfect combination for creating your ideal living space. Note: This property is subject to survey. More acres may be available upon Buyer request.

Nixon Street, Milo

Listing courtesy of with Peoples Company

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