Carbon, IA Homes with 5 Acres or Less

Carbon, IA Homes with 5 Acres or Less for Sale

$375,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 749082 MLS
Small Acreage on Highway and a Show Stopper for your own little retreat or weekend getaway with room for all the toys! Completely redone 2BR 1 BA home with 4 outbuildings!!! New Roof, Foundation, Kitchen, Baths, Drywall, HVAC drywall, and so much more! It's like living in a new home. All main floor living with designer kitchen, 1st floor laundry, and so much more to offer on a little over 2 acres.

3527 280th Road, Redfield

Listing courtesy of NICHOLAS SCAR with Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
$535,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 6342559 MLS
Close to everywhere yet private & serene this property has been meticulously maintained w/ attention to detail in every way. The home offers a main living area w/an updated kitchen featuring Corian counters, cabinets & appliances & eat-at bar area. Adjacent dining area w/ a seamless transition to the living room w/ picture window & fireplace. All of this area has access to the deck. The 3 bedrooms are separated from the main living area for added privacy. The primary suite incl a walk-in closet & a private 3/4 bath. Two add'l bedrooms share a full hallway bath w/ a laundry area. For those who work from home or need flexible space, the property offers 2 dedicated offices. The lower level provides even more living area w/a family room/rec area, a large updated 3/4 bath. A spacious mudroom & an attached garage w/ storage complete the home. Outside, the property truly shines. Two impressive MORTON BUILDINGS provide an abundance of space for hobbies, equipment, storage, or business needs. The 30' x 40' building features 3 overhead doors, heating/cooling, a bathroom, & 220. The 36' x 46' building offers heat, electricity & is ideal for larger equipment, w/doors on both ends for convenient drive-through access. Add'l outdoor amenities include a garden shed w/ electricity, add'l storage shed, & large concrete parking apron designed for easy drive-through access. Mature trees, landscaping, a manicured lawn, & many intrinsic details! Located in Lakewood Subdivision.

2433 Peach Ave, Fairfield

Listing courtesy of with Fairfield Real Estate
$538,000
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 749035 MLS
Built in 2021, this 5 bedroom ranch with basement finish is set on 1.82 acres and delivers the space you've been looking for inside and outside both. Tucked on a looped cul-de-sac street on the west side of Baxter, you get true small-town living just a half hour from the metro. Inside, quartz counters, LVP flooring, and a gas fireplace anchor the main living space with solid wood doors throughout. Enjoy the built in kitchen eating nook with natural light surrounding. The walk-out lower level opens to an expanded patio, with an uncovered deck above for added outdoor enjoyment and backyard access. Private HOA access to the pond on the west side of the development for kayaking, canoeing, and more with a low annual HOA due. An invisible fence is already in place for your pets. All information obtained from seller and public record.

7280 Derby Avenue, Baxter

Listing courtesy of Krista Daggett with RE/MAX Precision
$349,700
6 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 6342542 MLS
Country living in town with room to make it your own! This spacious 6-bedroom, 2-bath home features a walkout basement, tornado shelter, brand-new shingles, and a storage shed. With plenty of space inside and out, this property offers endless possibilities for living, entertaining, hobbies, or future projects. Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy the best of both worlds—peaceful country feel with the convenience of town!

860 E Anthony St, Carroll

Listing courtesy of with Smart Moves Iowa Realty
$450,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 749041 MLS
Experience the character of a 1918 farmhouse paired with the confidence of a 2019 foundation on this 3 acre Mitchellville property, just a short drive from the Des Moines Metro. This 4 bedroom, 3 bath home offers over 2,000 finished sqft, a beautifully updated main level, and an unfinished basement ready for you to truly make your own. Outside is where the acreage lifestyle you are searching for comes together! Enjoy 3 acres, a 30x50 insulated shop with a bar and a dog run/kennel area, plus a barn giving you even more opportunity to embrace the space, hobbies, and lifestyle that come with acreage living. With farmhouse character, modern updates, a newer foundation, multiple outbuildings, all still with room to create the property you dream of, this is an opportunity that's truly one of a kind!

11825 NE 23rd Avenue, Mitchellville

Listing courtesy of Bailey Liske with RE/MAX Concepts
$239,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 6342540 MLS
Enjoy peaceful country living with beautiful views on this charming 1.76 gross-acre property, conveniently located approximately one mile off Highway 92 on a gravel road. This inviting home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an abundance of natural light throughout. Sit and relax in front of the fireplace on a chilly day or outside on the patio and soak in the serene views. The full basement offers plenty of additional storage along with excellent potential for future living or recreational space. Several important updates were completed in 2025, including a new furnace, central air, water pump for the 50' well, & a whole house water filtration system. A durable metal roof, gutters, and downspouts were installed in 2015. Outside, the acreage offers established red and black raspberry patches, rhubarb, two cherry trees (1 sweet, 1 sour), and an apple tree, adding wonderful touches of country charm. The sale includes the refrigerator, stove, microwave, washer, & dryer, making this home ready for it's next owner. Several outbuildings offer space for the car/hobby enthusiast and additional outdoor storage. With room to enjoy the outdoors, picturesque country views, and the convenience of being just a short distance from town, this acreage is a wonderful opportunity for peaceful living. Schedule a showing today!

20631 180th Ave, Sigourney

Listing courtesy of with Hometown Real Estate
$239,900
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 749028 MLS
Completely remodeled and situated on approximately 2 wooded acres, this unique 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom Newton home offers privacy, character, and extensive updates. The home was gutted down to the exterior walls, trusses, and foundation, with nearly everything else replaced. Updates include new electrical wiring, fixtures and panel, plumbing, tankless water heater, AC, windows, spray foam and blown in insulation, drywall, flooring, trim and doors. Additional improvements include LP siding, roof and gutters in 2025, plus a new furnace, approximately 20 feet of replaced foundation wall, sump pit and pump, and stone veneer in 2026. Inside, enjoy a flexible floor plan, generous kitchen cabinetry and counter space, built in shelving, and a spacious walk in closet. The impressive primary bath features dual barn doors, a custom antique dresser converted into a double vanity, tiled floors, laundry area, and fully tiled walk in shower with rainfall shower head. Wide black trim and solid wood doors add distinctive style throughout. Outside, the L shaped acreage offers a surprisingly wooded setting with a natural tunnel like trail and plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. All kitchen appliances, washer, and dryer included.

1403 1st Avenue W, Newton

Listing courtesy of Kyle Clarkson with LPT Realty, LLC
$49,000
26-1989 MLS
Build your dream home on this 1.22-acre lot in an established neighborhood! With city water and city sewer available, plenty of road frontage, and a great building site, this property is ready for your new home. Enjoy the convenience of paved roads all the way to Omaha while still having over an acre to create the home and outdoor space you've been envisioning. Bring your plans and your builder and make this property your own!

22475 Grande View Ave, Glenwood

Listing courtesy of Emily Swinford with Square Deal Real Estate
$1,000,000
7 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 748746 MLS
Spanning 2 acres, 1312 Schmalle Circle is a once-in-a-lifetime estate, offering over 8,000 sqft of impeccably designed living space built for gathering, entertaining and living well. The vaulted entry opens into a grand living room that anchors an open, light-filled main level: impressive chef's kitchen overseeing expansive dining space and flowing into a built-in filled galley pantry, utilitarian-driven mudroom with lockers and a flex room suited for a den, office or library. Five main-level sleeping suites in this split design are led by a dream primary suite: a sunlit bedroom opens to a marble-adorned ensuite with his-and-hers sinks, a luxurious walk-in shower, his-and-hers walk-in closets and laundry room. Four additional suites occupy their own private wing, each with a large closet and private tiled bath, plus a family room and gym space. The lower level is built to entertain: radiant heated floors, a large family room, flex space for dining or a pool table wired for multiple TVs, a theater room wired for surround sound and lights, and a kitchenette ready for a wet bar. Two more bedrooms share a sitting area and dual-vanity bath. Additional half bath, laundry room, and two safe rooms make the level complete. Outside features a covered patio with an outdoor kitchen, swim spa and open patio overlooking 2 acres of gardening and landscaping potential. Dual attached garages — a heated 2+ car and a 4-car — complete this rare offering. Schedule your private tour today!

1312 Schmalle Circle, Belmond

Listing courtesy of Kim Olmstead with Agency Iowa
$575,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 6342526 MLS
Placed along the golf course this Harold Bailey built home offers exceptional amenities & space. Concrete stamped walkway leads to the enclosed front foyer & opens to the main level living area with beautiful hardwood floors. The kitchen w/ adjacent sunken living room are the perfect rooms to spend time---whether relaxing or entertaining these two rooms have it all. Expansive kitchen with granite counters, appliances, island w/ sink & seating, breakfast nook, & built-in organization area. The living room features a wall of shelves along with the fireplace & a wet bar area. Just steps away is the enclosed screened-in porch which leads to the deck to extend & cohesively connect your living spaces. A separate area currently used as formal dining could also be additional creative living space. You will appreciate the main-level primary bedroom w/ his & her closets & a private bath you dream of: heated tiled floors & tiled throughout, vaulted ceiling above the step-in shower, double sinks, & private deck access. Main-level laundry & a half bath. Beautiful staircase leads to two spacious bedrooms & larger-than-most closets as well as a full bath. The lower-level walkout includes a recreation area, a bedroom w/ egress, a non-conforming bedroom, 3/4 bath, & more than an abundance of storage. Two-car attached garage w/ parking apron & turnaround. Golf cart access to the course. You will appreciate this well-cared for one-owner home.

411 Heatherwood Cir, Fairfield

Listing courtesy of with Fairfield Real Estate
$208,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 6342523 MLS
Country Setting, Spacious Home & Room to Make It Your Own! Enjoy the space and privacy of 1.24 acres with this 3-bedroom, 3-bath home located on Rock Valley Road in Centerville. Built in 1972, this well-established property offers the character and solid layout of its era, along with plenty of opportunity for today's buyer to add their own personal style and updates. With three bedrooms and three bathrooms, there is room for family, guests, hobbies, and everyday living. The generous 1.24-acre lot provides plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors, garden, entertain, or simply relax and take in the peaceful country setting. If you've been looking for a property where you can build equity and create a home that truly reflects your taste, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. The existing home provides a great foundation, while the acreage offers something that's increasingly hard to find—space and privacy close to Centerville. Bring your vision and discover the possibilities at 1316 Rock Valley Road!

1316 Rock Valley Rd, Centerville

Listing courtesy of with Key Real Estate Agency
$35,000
6342511 MLS
BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME HERE! Looking for space without giving up the convenience of being close to town? This beautiful 1.11-acre lot offers plenty of room to build the home you've been dreaming about, with the added convenience of city utilities available. Enjoy the feeling of having your own piece of land while still being close to some of the area's favorite amenities, including Twister Park and the Eldora swimming pool. Whether you're ready to build now or looking for a great piece of land to hold for the future, this property offers endless possibilities. Bring your plans and your vision and make this 1.11-acre property your own!

601 14th Ave, Eldora

Listing courtesy of with Jennings Real Estate
$279,900
748652 MLS
RidgeView is a distinctive residential community where exceptional living meets the peaceful beauty of nature. Located above a scenic valley, this neighborhood offers breathtaking views and a serene setting for those who appreciate both luxury and the outdoors. This 76,692 sf lot provides the ideal opportunity to build the custom home you’ve always envisioned, including a walkout design that takes full advantage of the views and natural surroundings. Bring your own builder and create a home that truly reflects your vision. Make RidgeView the place where your dream home becomes a reality.

11840 Meadow Springs Drive, Johnston

Listing courtesy of Stephanie Rice with Landmark Brokerage, Inc.
$400,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 748945 MLS
Opportunity awaits in Runnells! Situated on approximately 2.07 acres, this 1970 ranch offers plenty of potential for a buyer ready to bring their ideas and make it their own. The home features 1,040 sq. ft. on the main level, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a full basement with approximately 500 sq. ft. of finish, a walkout and a fireplace. Outside, you’ll find room to spread out and enjoy country-style living, along with a 30’ x 50’ utility building, providing valuable space for storage, hobbies, equipment or a workshop. The property also features extensive decking, including decking around the above-ground pool area. The home is ready for updates and improvements, making this a great opportunity for buyers looking to build equity and create a property that fits their vision. Convenient Runnells location with acreage, an outbuilding and plenty of possibilities. Bring your ideas, your toolbox and your imagination—there’s potential here!

9350 SE 56th Avenue, Runnells

Listing courtesy of Shawntel Cooney with Iowa Realty South
$450,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2.5 Baths ⋅ 11971917 MLS
Enjoy the charm of country living with the convenience of being just outside of Rock Rapids! Located on a hard-surfaced road, this inviting two-story home offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and plenty of space for the entire family. Full of character and country appeal, the home features a family-friendly floor plan with comfortable living spaces and room to make it your own. Outside is where this property really shines! A versatile 38′ x 53′ outbuilding provides excellent space for a workshop, hobbies, equipment, storage, or a variety of other uses. Separate garages and additional miscellaneous buildings offer even more flexibility for vehicles, recreational toys, projects, or acreage needs. The combination of a charming home, useful outbuildings, and a convenient location on a hard-surfaced road makes this property a great opportunity for anyone looking for a little more room and the freedom of acreage living without being far from town. Come experience the space, versatility, and peaceful setting this Rock Rapids-area property has to offer!

1262 Harding Ave, Rock Rapids

Listing courtesy of Ryan Zomer with Zomer Company
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Carbon, Iowa Homes with 5 Acres or Less

Dreaming of a quieter life with a little room to breathe? Explore the charm of Carbon, Iowa, where you can find the perfect balance of rural living and community connection. We specialize in helping you discover homes with 5 acres or less for sale in Carbon, offering just enough space for a garden, a hobby farm, or simply enjoying the peace of the Iowa countryside. Let us guide you to your own slice of paradise in this welcoming corner of the state.

Imagine mornings filled with birdsong and evenings spent under a starry sky. Carbon, Iowa, offers a unique opportunity to own a manageable piece of land without sacrificing convenience. Browse our listings of homes with 5 acres or less for sale and find your ideal property. From cozy cottages to charming farmhouses, we're here to help you navigate the real estate market and find a home that perfectly fits your lifestyle and budget in beautiful Carbon.

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