Carbon, IA Homes with 50 Acres or Less

Carbon, IA Homes with 50 Acres or Less for Sale

$899,000
6340477 MLS
Here’s a blend of investment potential and natural beauty with these 42 acres m/l located just minutes from Mount Vernon. Featuring an abundance of mature trees, the land offers a peaceful, private setting for a homesite. Situated only 1 mile from Highway 30 and 2.5 miles from Mount Vernon, this property combines country living with a great location. For those looking toward future development, capitalize on the expansion of Mount Vernon with a new project. See the plat for a proposed 10-lot housing development with lot sizes between 1-1.5 acres each. This would make a convenient location for those working in Cedar Rapids but prefer the Mount Vernon School District and want a large lot. The seller has two adjacent parcels for sale and would prefer selling them in aggregate at a discounted price to maintain the beauty of the entire property. However, they are now offering to sell parcels individually. Call today to set up a showing.

Tbd Irish Ln, Mount Vernon

Listing courtesy of with Whitetail Properties Real Estate, LLC
$395,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 6340476 MLS
Located on 1.5 acres m/l, this well-kept 2,184 square foot home offers 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with the character of an 1880 farmhouse and the benefit of updated siding and windows. A 40x80 outbuilding with a concrete floor and electricity provides excellent space for equipment storage, a workshop, or hobby use. Conveniently located just 1 mile from Highway 30 and 2.5 miles from Mount Vernon, this property offers easy access to town while maintaining a rural setting. The seller has two adjacent parcels for sale and would prefer selling them in aggregate at a discounted price to maintain the beauty of the entire property. However, they are now offering to sell parcels individually. This property is located in the Mount Vernon School District.

1000 Irish Ln, Mount Vernon

Listing courtesy of with Whitetail Properties Real Estate, LLC
$599,500
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 6340472 MLS
Enjoy country living w/convenience in this well-maintained brick ranch set on 2.22 acres just off a hard-surface road. This property offers an amazing view, great outdoor space, & plenty of room for hobbies, animals, plus storage! Inside, you'll love the totally remodeled kitchen featuring custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, & a fresh updated feel. The bathroom has also been updated, & the home includes all new windows. The full basement offers endless possibilities family room, game room, workout space, office, extra storage, or whatever fits your lifestyle. Outside features a 30x40 utility building built in 2021 & there's a 15x25 metal shed/dog kennel with access to a fenced yard, making making it a great setup for pets. Relax on the new back patio, enjoy the gazebo & pond, and take in the peaceful views that make this property feel like home. Acreage living, hard-surface road access, updated finishes, useful outbuildings, & beautiful views-this one checks a lot of boxes!

2411 Hwy 30, Missouri Valley

Listing courtesy of with Realty One Group Sterling - Woodbine
$335,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 6340466 MLS
Beautifully updated Mid-Century Modern home on 1 acre with stunning Mississippi River views! This all electric move-in ready property features 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, an updated kitchen with quartz counter tops, all new flooring, a new roof and a new septic system. Large windows in this unique home fill the space with natural light to showcase the river views. A rare opportunity to own a Mid-Century Modern design home with modern updates in a great location!

2736 Old Vineyard Rd, Keokuk

Listing courtesy of with Weichert Realtors-The Massimo Group
$499,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 745285 MLS
Make this property your next adventure! This secluded 9.28-acre retreat in the Pella School District features a beautifully renovated, move-in ready home with an open-concept layout, vaulted ceilings, three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a large upper-level bonus room, and an oversized deck overlooking the water. Located less than 2 miles from Hwy 163 for easy access to Pella or Oskaloosa, this wooded acreage is perfect for riding four-wheelers, keeping chickens, or kayaking and fishing directly off the deck or dock of the stocked pond. For hobbies and storage, the property includes two large, insulated detached shops providing at least six parking spots. The primary three-stall shop is fully climate-controlled with a furnace and A/C, a 3/4 bath, and laundry hookups alongside an upper bonus space that offers potential for additional living quarters, hobby space, or a home business. The acreage is also set up for animals with two chicken coops, a goat barn, and a horse lean-to with a cleared 1.5-acre electric-fenced pasture, offering incredible privacy, scenic views, and plenty of room to spread out.

1834 Eaton Avenue, Leighton

Listing courtesy of Brendan Foughty with Pella Real Estate Services
$152,500
745352 MLS
LOT 2 is 3 acres with great views in all directions. Great location for your dream home or an Airbnb. Mature trees with options for a walkout, daylight or flat build. Great south and western gradual sloping lot with cedar trees on the front and a small pond. There are currently no covenants on the property but example covenants have been prepared depending upon how the Lots are sold. Covenants will be negotiated. Land owner currently owns Lots, 1, 2 and 3 as well as the back 40 acres. 61.42 total acres. Call for a showing today. If a tour is desired, the sellers agent can provide a gator to tour the entire farm.

Lot 2 Buck Creek Lane, Earlham

Listing courtesy of Kirk Bjorland with LPT Realty, LLC
$152,500
745347 MLS
LOT 1 is 3 acres with great views in all directions. Great location for your dream home or an Airbnb. Mature trees with options for a walkout, daylight or flat build. There is a 40' x 60' concrete pad on site. New electric on site as well as a water meter pit. Lot is ready to build. There are currently no covenants on the property but example covenants have been prepared depending upon how the Lots are sold. Covenants will be negotiated. Land owner currently owns Lots, 1, 2 and 3 as well as the back 40 acres. 61.42 total acres. Call for a showing today. If a tour is desired, the sellers agent can provide a gator to tour the entire farm.

Lot 1 Buck Creek Lane, Earlham

Listing courtesy of Kirk Bjorland with LPT Realty, LLC
$275,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 6340458 MLS
Peaceful Country Living on 5 Acres! Enjoy the best of rural living with this 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch home situated on 5 beautiful acres. Outside, you'll find a 30' x 50' machine shed, providing excellent space for equipment, vehicles, hobbies, or workshop use. The expansive yard offers mature shade trees, wide-open views of the surrounding countryside, and plenty of room for gardening, recreation, or even a few animals. Whether you're looking for a peaceful place to call home or a country property with excellent outbuilding space, this acreage has plenty to offer. Property Features: 3 Bedrooms 2 Full Bathrooms Slab foundation with one-level living 5 scenic acres 30' x 50' machine shed Spacious yard Beautiful country views

17463 100th St, Wapello

Listing courtesy of with Boysen's Home and Farm LLC
$489,000
745298 MLS
Discover one of the premier homesites in West Des Moines at Vale Estates. This exceptional 1.25-acre walkout lot is nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac with only six custom homes, offering a rare combination of privacy, mature trees, and an estate-like setting. Design and build your dream home surrounded by beautiful natural scenery while enjoying unmatched convenience. Located just minutes from Interstate 35 providing convenient commuting throughout the Des Moines metro. You'll also appreciate close proximity to Jordan Creek Town Center, dining and shopping, grocery stores, the MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex West, and many of the area's largest employers. Golf enthusiasts will love being just moments from Glen Oaks Country Club, while families will appreciate the highly regarded West Des Moines Community School District. Opportunities like this are increasingly rare—a spacious, wooded walkout lot in an established luxury neighborhood with outstanding access to everything West Des Moines has to offer. Bring your own builder and create the custom home you've always envisioned in one of the metro's most desirable locations.

5923 S Vale Court, West Des Moines

Listing courtesy of Jake Ried with Compass Realty
$899,500
5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 745288 MLS
Best of Both Worlds! Enjoy peaceful country living just minutes from city amenities in this stunning 1.5 story with nearly 3,000 finished sq ft, nestled on 7 acres in Pleasant Hill. Step into a grand two-story foyer w/French doors on each side, offering flexible spaces—a formal dining room & home office, playroom, or even an extra bedroom. Spacious great room features a wall of windows with breathtaking views of the countryside & overlooks the showstopping infinity saltwater pool, complete with a metal palm tree & large patio—your own private oasis. Updated eat-in kitchen includes all appliances, quartz countertops, a center island, built-in desk, pantry, & ample cabinetry. Just off the kitchen, you'll find a built-in buffet before the laundry room with included washer/dryer, folding counter, & utility sink—conveniently located near the oversized 4-car attached garage. First floor primary suite with large windows, overlooks the pool & countryside views. The luxurious spa like bath is updated. Upstairs, 2 large bedrooms, each with private bath. Finished walkout lower level features a massive family room, 5th bedroom, full bath, & easy access to the pool & patio. Need more space? The 30'x38' outbuilding offers room for up to 4 vehicles, animals, or your dream workshop. The private, tree-lined driveway is gated & beautifully landscaped. Welcome home to Pleasant Hill!

625 NE 72nd Street, Pleasant Hill

Listing courtesy of Pennie Carroll with Pennie Carroll & Associates
$619,500
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 745021 MLS
Quality-built ranch offering over five bedrooms and three baths in a desirable location! The main level features a formal dining room, gas fireplace with built-ins, oak trim/cabinetry, quartz kitchen countertops with some rollout shelving, and updated kitchen appliances including a double oven (2020). The spacious primary suite includes a dressing area, walk-in closet, and private bath, while main-floor laundry (washer and dryer included) adds convenience. The finished walkout basement features 9-foot ceilings, a great family room, two additional bedrooms, 3/4 bath, abundant storage, and direct garage access. The oversized 1,376 sq. ft. attached three-car garage offers 8-foot doors, built-in cabinets, pegboard. Additional amenities include central vacuum, composite deck, four exterior water spigots, mature trees, beautiful perennial landscaping, potting closet and a hard-surfaced road. A well-maintained home with quality craftsmanship throughout! Great location!

1051 NE 91st Street, Runnells

Listing courtesy of Jill Veenstra with Home Realty
$625,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 745252 MLS
Holy moly, this yard. Sitting on 1.72 acres surrounded by nature, 10050 NE University Ave delivers what acreage buyers are actually searching for: privacy, mature trees, and 2,208 sq ft of combined attached garage and outbuilding space. That's nearly as much garage and shop as living space. Over 1,000 sq ft of it was set up as a woodworking shop with electricity, plus the oversized attached garage with high ceilings AND an extra storage shed for tools and equipment. Cars, projects, hobbies, toys. There's room for all of it. The house holds its own too. 2,369 sq ft with four generously sized bedrooms and three bathrooms, all in the Southeast Polk school district. The living room centers on a beautiful brick fireplace, and large windows frame a stunning view of the backyard, where trees, wildlife, and open sky replace the usual suburban backdrop. The primary suite feels like a private retreat, with a skylight in the bathroom and sliding doors that open directly onto the deck. The perfect spot for your morning coffee. If you've been searching for acreage, privacy, and serious shop space, this is a rare opportunity you won't want to miss.

10050 NE University Avenue, Runnells

Listing courtesy of Celeste Rose with Real Broker, LLC
$535,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 745195 MLS
Rare 1.125 Acre Dream Property in NE Ankeny! Situated on a 1.125-acre corner lot, this exceptional two-story home offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and nearly 3,000 finished sq. ft. of beautifully designed living space. A charming covered front porch and manicured landscaping welcome you inside. The flexible front room is perfect as a home office or formal dining room. The stunning kitchen features granite countertops, abundant cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a tile backsplash, tile flooring, and a custom pantry. It opens to the dining area and inviting living room with hardwood floors, custom built-ins, a gas fireplace, and a large bay window. Upstairs, the vaulted primary suite offers a walk-in closet and private ¾ bath, while three additional bedrooms and a full bath provide room for everyone. The finished basement adds a spacious family room and a non-conforming bedroom or office. Additional upgrades include custom motorized Bali blinds, a whole-home humidifier, water softener, and newer water heater. Outside, enjoy your own private retreat with a custom stamped concrete patio, built-in fire pit, fantastic swing set, partially fenced yard, attached 3-car garage, and detached 1-car garage. With over an acre of outdoor space, there's room to entertain, play, and relax. Minutes from I-35, shopping, dining, and all Ankeny has to offer, this one-of-a-kind property truly has it all. Don't miss your chance to own this rare combination of space, quality, and location!

2839 NE 96th Avenue, Ankeny

Listing courtesy of Ethan Hokel with Century 21 Signature
$87,000
744772 MLS
10+ acres m/l - A Rare Woodland Retreat Near Pella ~ Escape to the beauty of nature with these scenic parcels of land; located NE of historic Pella. Nestled among mature woodlands and near the Skunk River corridor, this peaceful and secluded property offers an exceptional setting for those seeking privacy, wildlife, and the tranquility of the outdoors. If you're looking for a recreational getaway, a place to enjoy nature, this unique parcel is worth a look. The current owner has completed surveys to better understand easement access. **Call your Agent to view the property! Property shown by appointment only. Buyers must be accompanied by a licensed real estate agent. Please do not enter the property without an appointment or you will be trespassing.

10 ACRES m/l NE 240th Place, Pella

Listing courtesy of Sarah Buchheit with Pella Real Estate Services
$55,000
6340421 MLS
11 lots! Unlimited possibilities. Build, invest, or create this property is ready for whatever you envision.

839 S Moore, Ottumwa

Listing courtesy of with Bridge City Realty
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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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