Carbon, IA Homes with 50 Acres or Less

Carbon, IA Homes with 50 Acres or Less for Sale

$175,000
6342562 MLS
Rare opportunity to own 17.09+/- Deeded acres m/l within the Ottumwa city limits. This unique property offers a heavily timbered setting with established trails, a large food plot, and documented whitetail deer activity. Bowhunting is permitted, creating a hard-to-find recreational opportunity close to town. Property includes a Redneck hunting blind and multiple treestands. Access is available from Walnut Street. The tract also offers potential for a future homesite or development opportunity, subject to buyer verification and city requirements. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, and other amenities while providing exceptional privacy and seclusion.

0000 N Walnut Ave, Ottumwa

Listing courtesy of with Midwest Land Group LLC
$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
$225,000
6342558 MLS
1058 580th Ave. offered for sale. There are many ways a person could go with this property. Storage, work shop, hunting cabin with the acres of timber attached and even turn into a home. The parcel offers 7.21 acres of ground and the building is a 40x60 on a 8 inch slab w/rebar. Some stand out amenities include, daylight to dawn flood lights, ceiling fans, ceiling and side wall flood lights, electrical outlets, 50 amp service located at the front exterior of the building, split heater/air conditioner, a new hanging heater, spray foam insulation, a 1 piece airplane hanger door and rafters were raised to accommodate a Class A motor home.

1058 500th Ave, Montezuma

Listing courtesy of with Patriot Realty
$499,500
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 6342557 MLS
This acreage in open country has lots to offer if you are looking for the great outdoors AND the home is spacious, ready for your updates and small improvements! A five-acre pond can be more of a lake with lots of large fish if you have casting and angling in your blood! Lots of room for your relaxed water antics without going to a crowded waterhole! Owners have seen many varieties of wildlife at this very rural location. The home would be an excellent location to have overnighters for your family, friends, or paying lodgers! An auction is being held this weekend and then interior photos will be added for your viewing pleasure!!! The lottage is 18 acres, more or less, to be determined by legal survey.

1651 310th St, Redding

Listing courtesy of with South Central Iowa Realty
$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
$455,000
26-1992 MLS
Rare opportunity to own 26.47 heavily timbered acres just south of Glenwood! Located outside city limits and not in a flood zone, this secluded property offers privacy, abundant wildlife & incredible potential. Hunt your own land, create a recreational retreat, or clear a spot at the top of the hill for a gorgeous future building site with sweeping views toward the Missouri River bottom. An existing easement provides the ability to access a well across the road. The entire parcel is currently enrolled in Forest Reserve, resulting in current net property taxes of $0/year. A unique opportunity for timber, hunting, recreation or a secluded homesite just minutes from Glenwood!

26.47 Ac Painter Rd, Pacific Jct

Listing courtesy of Emily Swinford with Square Deal Real Estate
$200,000
26-1991 MLS
A hidden gem in the Loess Hills! From the road, this 8+/- acre parcel appears tucked away among the trees, but venture farther in & the property opens up to reveal a beautiful setting with gorgeous views of the surrounding Loess Hills. With no covenants & plenty of room to create your own vision, this is a rare opportunity to build, recreate, or simply enjoy your own piece of Southwest Iowa. Located in the Glenwood Community School District with a peaceful, private feel while still offering convenient access to Glenwood and the Omaha metro. Parcel is being split & acreage is approximately 8+/- acres, with final size TBD by survey. All lot lines shown in photos are estimated and for reference only. Please schedule all showings with an agent for access to the property.

8+/- Acres 242nd & Masters Rd Street, Glenwood

Listing courtesy of Emily Swinford with Square Deal Real Estate
$599,000
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 748936 MLS
Acreage that checks the boxes. Close to the Metro, but offers country living. 5 bedroom home, 3 bath. Ranch with master and 2 bedrooms on main floor. Finished basement offers a huge family room with 2 additional bedrooms and bath. 1st Floor laundry. Huge Mudroom with HVAC. 3 season porch. Roof replaced in 2025 with hail proof shingles. Insurance companies love that. 2 Car attatched garage. Listing features huge outbuilding for toys,etc. 6 wooded acres with trails. Active wildlife for hunter enthusiasts.

7557 30th Avenue, Norwalk

Listing courtesy of Anita Olson with Associated Realty
$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
$385,500
749030 MLS
Build your dream home and enjoy incredible 360-degree countryside views from this beautiful 11-acre property in Madison County, just south of DeSoto. The elevated setting at the top of the hill offers an ideal location for your future home, with wide-open views in every direction and very few neighbors nearby. Enjoy the privacy and peaceful setting of country living without giving up convenience. The property is located on pavement, with rural water and electric available at the street. With approximately 11 acres, there is plenty of room for a custom home, outbuilding, animals, gardens or simply the space and privacy you've been looking for. A hard-to-find combination of acreage, views, privacy, paved access and utilities—all within an easy drive of DeSoto and the Des Moines metro. Bring your builder, walk to the top of the hill and imagine the possibilities!

TBD US Hwy 169, Winterset

Listing courtesy of Scott Wendl with RE/MAX Precision
$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
$249,999
6342535 MLS
25 +/- acres in Lucas County near Derby offering a great mix of timber, water, improvements, and recreational opportunities. The property is accessed by a gravel county road and bordered by additional wooded ground to the north and row crop farmland to the south. A small cabin, outdoor shower, three storage containers, and storage shed are included, with water and electricity already run to the site. Two stocked ponds provide excellent fishing opportunities. The larger pond contains bass, bluegill, and crappie, while the smaller pond is stocked with minnows and sunfish. Mowed trails wind throughout the property, connecting the cabin, ponds, and timber and providing easy access throughout. The majority of the acreage is wooded with mature timber and understory cover, along with open pockets around the ponds and cabin. The combination of timber, water, and neighboring agricultural ground provides quality habitat for whitetail deer and other wildlife, with consistent deer use reported on the property. With the cabin, utilities, ponds, and trail system already in place, this property is ready to use as a hunting camp, weekend retreat, or fishing getaway. Located approximately 6 miles from Humeston, 8 miles from Lucas, 14 miles from Chariton, and 53 miles from Des Moines. Contact the listing agent to schedule a private showing.

43508 115th Ave, Derby

Listing courtesy of with Whitetail Properties Real Estate, LLC
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Carbon, Iowa Homes with 50 Acres or Less

Dreaming of wide-open spaces and a slower pace of life? Explore the charm of Carbon, Iowa, where you can find beautiful homes with 50 acres or less for sale. Imagine building your dream home or settling into an existing property where you have plenty of room to roam, garden, or simply enjoy the peace and quiet. Discover the appeal of rural living with the convenience of being part of a welcoming community.

Carbon, Iowa, offers a unique opportunity to own a slice of paradise without being too far from modern amenities. Whether you're looking for a hobby farm, a place to raise a family, or a tranquil retreat, homes with 50 acres or less for sale in this area present a variety of options to suit your needs. Start your search today and find the perfect property to call home in scenic Carbon, Iowa!

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