Carbon, IA Homes with 125 Acres or Less for Sale

Welcome to your dream acreage! Built in 2021, this stunning 4-bedr 2.5 bath custom home sits on 17 picture perfect acres on a dead end road and offers the prefect blend of modern comfort, country living, and exceptional functionality. The heart of the home is the spacious kitchen featuring beautiful custom cabinetry, abundant counter space, and an open layout that's perfect for entertaining family and friends. With over 2300 sf of thoughtfully designed living space, you'll enjoy generous room sizes, quality finishes, heated floors and breathtaking view in every direction.Outside, the possibilities are endless. The attached 40x40 insulated and heated shop provides approximately 8 car capacity and is ideal for vehicles, hobbies, equipment, or a home business. An additional 30x70 hoop building with a 50x10 lean too for extra storage 12x24 goat barn, 5x12 insulated and heated chicken coop, 20x10 open front animal uilding along with 2 smaller animal buildings, heated automatic livestock waterers make this property ready for hobby farming, horses or anyone wanting room to live the rural lifestyle. Relax by the large 1/2 acre pond, enjoy the peaceful setting, and experience the privacy and beauty that only acreage living can offer. All while being conveniently located within easy reach of the Des Moines metro. Whether you're looking for a hobby farm, a place to work and play, or your forever home, this one-of-a-kind property truly has it all.

1065 230th Avenue, New Virginia

Listing courtesy of Makia Calmer with LPT Realty, LLC

$485,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 6340234 MLS

WOW! Country living with an unbeatable location! Situated on 9.5 beautiful acres just ½ mile off the highway, 2 miles from I-80, and approximately 25 miles to Iowa City and Davenport. This acreage features a pond, mature and fruit trees, grapevines, raspberries, barn with loft and livestock stalls, outbuildings, electric fencing, hydrant, and a fenced chicken coop. The well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1¾-bath home offers an open-concept eat-in kitchen and main-floor primary bedroom with en suite. Enjoy the outdoor fire pit, hot tub, pond views, and beautiful Iowa sunsets! **PLUS! Seller is offering up to a $10,000 buyer credit with an acceptable offer!** Credit may be used toward allowable closing costs, interest-rate buy-down, flooring allowance, or other lender-approved expenses. A fantastic opportunity for a hobby farm, livestock, or your own peaceful country retreat!

1876 Monroe Ave, Tipton

Listing courtesy of with Benchmark Real Estate

$634,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 11877880 MLS

Escape to county living in this beautiful 2017 ranch home on over 9 aces of usable land with walking trails and scenic timber to explore. The 30 x 40 hobby building offers endless possibilities. Inside the home, you'll love the gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, high-end cabinetry, walk-in pantry, and cozy gas fireplace. The main floor features 3 bedrooms, including a private primary suite with walk-in closet and bath, plus main-floor laundry. The walkout basement includes a finished bath and framed rooms ready for your finishing touches. New carpet will be installed in the main floor bedrooms, hallway and steps.

58761 284th, Malvern

Listing courtesy of Bob Hughes with Jim Hughes Real Estate

$1,275,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 6340227 MLS

A ONCE IN A LIFETIME RIVERFRONT/POND ACREAGE WITH 35.12 ACRES! Welcome to a truly exceptional acreage where breathtaking natural beauty meets luxury, comfort and functionality. This remarkable property features a spectacular pond, riverfront, creek and panoramic views that create a peaceful retreat unlike any other! Beautiful 4+ bedroom home is thoughtfully designed with an open concept floor plan that's perfect for both everyday living and entertaining! The stunning kitchen offers quality finishes, abundant workspace and all appliances are included! Relax year round in the inviting four season sun porch where you'll enjoy incredible views in every season! Spacious primary suite! In floor heat in garage and lower level make Iowa winters much more enjoyable! For hobbyists, or collectors, this property offers outstanding outbuildings, including a 32' x 60' heated and insulated shop with an additional half cold-storage area, plus a 20' x 32' building for even more storage or workspace. One of the most unique features is the expansive safe room located beneath the garage. Accessed through a secure vault door, this impressive space is divided into four separate rooms, providing exceptional secure storage for valuables, supplies or collectibles! Whether you're looking for a retreat, recreational paradise or the perfect place to live, this extraordinary property offers it all! Acreages like this rarely come on market! Call today and make this ONE OF A KIND acreage YOUR new HOME! :)

14728 Ulmus, Nora Springs

Listing courtesy of with Century 21 Preferred

$347,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 744625 MLS

Welcome to this beautifully restored one-of-a-kind home situated on a rare 1-acre lot in town. Historic charm meets modern convenience with refinished original 1910 birch hardwood floors, new luxury vinyl plank flooring, restored woodwork, fresh paint, and updated wall and ceiling finishes throughout. The remodeled kitchen features hickory cabinetry with soft-close, full-extension drawers and granite countertops, while the updated bathrooms include a beautifully tiled upstairs shower. Major improvements include new plumbing, updated electrical with new panels in both the home and barn, newer windows, and a newer roof. Enjoy outdoor living on the stained front deck or newly built rear deck, and take advantage of the refreshed barn with a new metal roof—perfect for storage, hobbies, or a workshop. Offering the space and privacy of country living with the convenience of being in town, this thoughtfully updated home is truly one of a kind. Schedule your showing today!

605 Cottage Street, Adel

Listing courtesy of Austin Postier with RE/MAX Results

$265,000

6340199 MLS

Presenting this exceptional 20-acre building site located on 145th Avenue, south of Indianola, Iowa. Situated only one-quarter mile off Highway G76 and approximately a 20-minute drive from Indianola, this property offers an excellent opportunity to build your dream home in a peaceful rural setting. The property features an ideal homesite with beautiful views of the surrounding countryside and includes a rural water pit already installed, making it one step closer to being ready for construction. With the perfect balance of privacy and convenience, this acreage is well suited for those looking to enjoy country living while remaining within easy driving distance of nearby communities. In addition to its building potential, the property offers outstanding recreational opportunities. Adjoining a massive block of mature timber, it provides excellent deer and turkey hunting in an area known for great hunting. Well-maintained trail systems provide easy access throughout the timber, and a prime food plot location further enhances the property's hunting appeal. Small acreages that offer both an excellent building site and exceptional hunting opportunities are increasingly hard to find. Don't miss the chance to own this unique Warren County property.

145th Avenue, Lucas

Listing courtesy of with Peoples Company

$419,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 6340196 MLS

Country Paradise. Very spacious 3 bedroom ranch on almost 10 acres. A nature lovers delight, with the wooded areas, stream, bridge, walking paths, and plenty of wildlife. Very spacious ranch home with 2384 sq ft on the main level, and 1296 sq ft finished walk-out lower level. Main level features 2 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, large Chef's kitchen w/island, formal dining room, living room w/brick fireplace, huge laundry room/storage room, wonderful 3 season room for relaxing, bonus woodworking shop. Walk-out Lower level features 1 bedroom,& a non-egress office/BR and full bathroom. Great family room plus separate Game room too. Front patio Whole house Generac back-up system included for great peace of mind and a constant power source. Furnace New 2023. New Central Air Conditioner 2024. Water Heater New 2024. Iron-Ox System New 2023. 3 stall garage and very large yard with firepit and ready for fun. Enjoy being on a Hardtop paved road only 10 minutes to New Hampton and 15 minutes to Charles City. Updated Septic System. Take a look. This one will delight!

1787 Gilmore Ave, New Hampton

Listing courtesy of with Century 21 Preferred

$265,000

744812 MLS

Presenting this exceptional 20-acre building site located on 145th Avenue, south of Indianola, Iowa. Situated only one-quarter mile off Highway G76 and approximately a 20-minute drive from Indianola, this property offers an excellent opportunity to build your dream home in a peaceful rural setting. The property features an ideal homesite with beautiful views of the surrounding countryside and includes a rural water pit already installed, making it one step closer to being ready for construction. With the perfect balance of privacy and convenience, this acreage is well suited for those looking to enjoy country living while remaining within easy driving distance of nearby communities. In addition to its building potential, the property offers outstanding recreational opportunities. Adjoining a massive block of mature timber, it provides excellent deer and turkey hunting in an area known for great hunting. Well-maintained trail systems provide easy access throughout the timber, and a prime food plot location further enhances the property's hunting appeal. Small acreages that offer both an excellent building site and exceptional hunting opportunities are increasingly hard to find. Don't miss the chance to own this unique Warren County property.

145th Avenue, Lucas

Listing courtesy of Daran Becker with Peoples Company

$1,050,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 744628 MLS

Enjoy lake living in this classic log cabin on the west side of Lake Panorama's main channel, offering stunning water views and timeless charm. Soaring vaulted ceilings and expansive windows fill the open-concept living space with natural light, while the stacked stone gas fireplace creates a warm, inviting atmosphere. The bright white kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, tile flooring, and multiple dining options. The main-level primary suite overlooks the lake and includes a walk-in closet and private ¾ bath, plus an additional guest bath on the main floor. The open loft provides flexible space for extra sleeping, a home office, or a cozy reading retreat. The walkout lower level offers a spacious family room, two additional bedrooms, a ¾ bath, and utility room. Outside, enjoy multiple decks designed for taking in the panoramic lake views, including a deck at the water's edge, along with a 3-car garage for plenty of storage. Recent updates include a new roof and skylights (2025), retaining wall (2026), exterior staining (2023), and furnace and central air (2022). This Lake Panorama cabin is ready to enjoy all season long!

6634 Panorama Drive, Panora

Listing courtesy of Angela Worth with Sunset Realty

$550,000

744756 MLS

Build your custom home on this 1.0-acre walkout lot in Carmel Hyperion, Johnston’s newest executive community. This walkout lot is bordered by mature timber, offering a natural wooded backdrop. Carmel Hyperion is a thoughtfully planned 27-lot custom home community where Denton Homes is the exclusive builder. Located within the Johnston Community School District, the community is just minutes from Saylorville Lake, with convenient access to shopping, dining, and everyday amenities. City utilities are available. HOA and restrictive covenants apply. Contact Denton Homes for more information. All information obtained from seller and public records.

7518 Bendelow Court, Johnston