Carbon, IA Hunting Properties 20 acres and under for Sale

Some places you walk onto and you just know. Stand on the deck here early with your coffee, watch the mist sit on Hendrickson Marsh and the geese come up off the water, and you will understand why this one is different. Just over three acres with what may be the finest view in Story County, and more than 800 acres of public state ground right at your back door to hunt, fish, and roam whenever the mood strikes, with not one acre of it to mow or pay taxes on. Mature timber, open ground, fruit trees, deer that come through like they own the place. Room to put up the hobby shop you have always wanted, run a few animals, or build the dream home right on the rise looking out over the marsh. In the meantime you have a well kept and updated 3 bedroom ranch, 1,160 square feet on the main with a full basement and a 24x24 detached garage, completely turnkey. Not a dollar has to be spent before you move in and start living it. Collins-Maxwell schools, and Ames, Ankeny, and Des Moines are all inside 40 minutes, so the quiet is yours without giving up a thing. All of this and less than a quarter mile on gravel. Ground like this, timber, water, a view, and public land out the back, almost never comes on the market here, and when it does it does not come at this price. Come stand on it once and you will not want to leave.

28868 730th Avenue, Collins

Listing courtesy of Jayce Schorn-Pedro with RE/MAX Real Estate Center

$560,000

6342270 MLS

Site 2: 105 Hwy 18 Whittemore, IA See Survey: Book 7 PP 419 31 96 30 Twp, Kossuth County, IA Wean to Finish Site Year Built: 1994 3-49’ x 200’ Buildings Total Head: 3498 Pig Spaces per Building: 1,166 Pens per Room: 26 Pigs per Pen: 45 AP Expert Controllers AGRI Alert 800 Alarm System Portable PTO Generator-shared between sites Portable Chute shared between sites Roof Replaced in 2016 Engineered Rafter Packages Shower Detached 16’ x 16’ Office Taxes: $1,240/Year $560,000/$160 per space

105 Hwy 18, Whittemore

Listing courtesy of with Farm & Home Services

$560,000

6342268 MLS

Site 1: 4081 580th Avenue Whittemore, IA 450’ x 637.75’ Tract in SE SE Section 12 Fern Valley Twp, Palo Alto County, IA Wean to Finish Site Year Built: 1993 3-48’ x 200’ Buildings Total Head: 3498 Pig Spaces per Building: 1,166 Pens per Room: 26 Pigs per Pen: 45 AP Expert Controllers AGRI Alert 800 Alarm System Portable PTO Generator-shared between sites Portable Chute shared between sites Roof Replaced in 2016 Engineered Rafter Upgrade Septic System Shower Detached 16’ x 24’ Office Taxes: $1,118/Year $560,000/$160 per space Only 10.5 miles from Smithfield Feed Mill. Varied desirable location for the worlds largest pork producer, Smithfield. Labor source is negotiable. Indicates willing to stay. That will be up to the buyer and contract labor source to negotiate. MMP and easements in place and transferable. Also available with Site 2, 1.7 miles away. Seller will sell separate but prefers sell as a package.

4081 580th Ave, Whittemore

Listing courtesy of with Farm & Home Services

$110,000

6342267 MLS

Located just 1.5 miles east of Guthrie Center on the south side of Highway 44, this 7.32-acre timbered property offers a rare opportunity for a private country building site with convenient paved access. Mature timber surrounds the potential home site, providing excellent natural screening, privacy, wildlife habitat, and a setting that feels secluded while remaining only minutes from town. The property offers an ideal location for a custom home surrounded by established trees and natural beauty. Guthrie Center is just minutes away for schools, shopping, healthcare, dining, and everyday services, while Panora and Lake Panorama are also within an easy drive for additional amenities and recreation. Highway 44 provides convenient access east toward the Des Moines metro and Interstate 80, making this an attractive option for buyers looking for country living within reasonable commuting distance of the western suburbs. A unique combination of acreage, timber, privacy, paved access, and location.

2390 Hwy 44, Guthrie Center

Listing courtesy of with Whitetail Properties Real Estate, LLC

$675,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3.5 Baths ⋅ 11961838 MLS

Big views, beautiful spaces and major updates already handled! The main floor features a remodeled kitchen & a double-sided fireplace shared with the living room & oversized laundry. No need for art in the living room, where the oversized windows frame the rolling countryside so perfectly. Upstairs, you'll find four bedrooms, including the owner's suite with an updated private bath and picturesque views to the south. The finished walk-out lower level offers a spacious family room, office area and 3/4 bath. Outside, enjoy the deck, beautifully landscaped patio with gas firepit. Detached 16x24 building with loft. *New Roof, gutters & Septic scheduled

51219 243rd St, Glenwood

Listing courtesy of Anne M. Steele with Jim Hughes Real Estate

$1,350,000

6 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 748270 MLS

Executive acreage living at its finest! Welcome to 7879 Polk Trail, offering approximately 5,466 sq. ft. of living space on two parcels totaling approximately 2.7 acres with a shared pond and minimal covenants. Purchased as a shell, virtually everything within the home has been completed within the past 1½ years. The bright, gorgeous kitchen features abundant natural light, extensive cabinetry, quartz countertops, and a huge pantry. The phenomenal primary suite offers an oversized shower, soaking tub, and abundant closet space. With 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, enormous bonus rooms, Theater room, Rec room and exceptional storage, there is room for everyone. Enjoy year-round swimming in the indoor heated pool with built-in jacuzzi, then relax by the gas fireplace. The extra-large 1,314 sq. ft. garage provides ample space for vehicles, hobbies, and storage. Enjoy peaceful acreage living with space, luxury, privacy, and functionality. Come see what makes this executive acreage truely special--- you may never want to leave!

7879 Polk Trail, Indianola

Listing courtesy of Lisa Pierce with Summit Realty

$285,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 6342255 MLS

Beautiful stone, granite, and oak flooring throughout this organic earth-bermed home add to the appeal of this truly unique property. Fenced in and surrounded by over an acre of land, this property offers an abundance of possibilities for gardening, relaxation, hobbies, & enjoying the outdoors. Fruit trees—including pear, apple, peach, apricot, and cherry—are scattered throughout the property, along w/ a fantastic garden area ready for your green thumb. The front sun porch creates an inviting mudroom and a wonderful space for plants, bringing the beauty of the outdoors inside. The inviting open-concept kitchen, dining & living area provides a comfortable space for everyday living. The main level also features a versatile bedroom or office w/ access to the backyard, creating a private retreat & sanctuary. This level is completed by a convenient utility room, laundry area, and bath. Upstairs, a spacious landing provides a welcoming transition to the additional 3 bedrooms & bath. Outside, this property has been meticulously cared for, with thoughtfully created spaces for gardening, relaxing, woodworking, & enjoying a variety of hobbies. A 20' x 30' outbuilding w/ concrete flooring provides excellent garage or workshop space. Add'l buildings include a storage shed, workshop area, & more space for all your outdoor needs. This property offers a lifestyle that is both peaceful & full of possibilities. Come experience this one-of-a-kind home for yourself!

2123 241st St, Fairfield

Listing courtesy of with Fairfield Real Estate

$46,500

26-1903 MLS

What if your next home could be a hole-in-one? Welcome to Lot 26 in LMVCC Estates - a beautiful 1-acre corner walkout lot in a peaceful, well-maintained golf course community between Logan & Missouri Valley just off Hwy 30. That's 43,560 square feet to create something pretty incredible - and you're not builder-attached, so bring your own builder & design the home you actually want. Want a shop? The covenants allow up to a 30x40. Want a garden? You can have that, too. And golfers - the 9-hole course is right here with direct golf cart access just across the street. You get the golf-course lifestyle without sitting directly on the fairway, which may also help keep those stray golf balls away from your new home. There's a community well, an HOA, & you're ~30 min from Omaha or Council Bluffs. Build the house. Build the shop. Plant the garden. Park the golf cart. Lot 26 might just be your hole-in-one.

LOT 26 Mulligan, Logan

Listing courtesy of Pamela Rasmussen with BHHS Ambassador Real Estate

$225,000

748432 MLS

2 vacant lots available. Can have a small development or single family home. Duplexes or Townhomes are okay. City water on site. Septic but sewer is across the road.

4492 NE 29th Street, Des Moines

Listing courtesy of Jode Hutzell-Dymond with LPT Realty, LLC

$320,000

748418 MLS

10+ Acre Buildable Lots in Dallas County! Rare opportunity to own acreage in a highly desirable location between Adel and De Soto. These spacious, buildable lots offer the perfect combination of peaceful country living and convenient access to town and the Des Moines metro. Gently rolling terrain, beautiful Iowa views, and plenty of room for a custom home, outbuildings, livestock, recreation, or a hobby farm. No HOA and no restrictive covenants! Rural water and electric nearby. Conveniently located just minutes from Adel, De Soto, ADM schools, shopping, and dining, with easy access to Hwy 169 and I-80. Enjoy stunning sunrises and sunsets while having the freedom and space to create the property you've always wanted. Multiple 10+ acre parcels available. Bring your own builder. Contact listing agent for available lots, pricing, and additional details.

Maple Ridge, Adel

Listing courtesy of Sean Stewart with Midwest Land Group LLC

$250,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 6342224 MLS

Rural acreage you've been looking for! This 2 BDR, 2 bath rural home sits on 1.52 acres +/-. On one level, it has an open concept kitchen, dining and living room. Plenty of cabinets, all appliances convey. A nice sized sunroom, newer carpet. The master BDR has a nice walk-in closet and its own private bath with garden tub and shower. The exterior is vinyl siding and there is a newer composite deck in front. 3/4 basement with exterior door. Nice, detached garage and extra storage shed. Property is selling AS/WHERE IS

3599 Johnson St Rd, Keokuk

Listing courtesy of with The People's Real Estate

$899,000

5 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths ⋅ 748398 MLS

Step into a piece of Iowa history with this extraordinary Victorian-era Italianate brick mansion just outside of Pella. Originally begun in 1866 and completed in 1871, this remarkable home seamlessly blends timeless architectural character with the comfort and efficiency of modern living. Offering over 5,000 square feet of beautifully updated living space, the residence features spacious bedrooms, multiple living and entertaining areas, and thoughtfully renovated bathrooms while preserving its original charm. Custom Pella thermal-pane windows were meticulously designed to match the home's historic originals, while geothermal heating and cooling, updated electrical, and extensive energy-efficient improvements provide today's conveniences. A finished third level adds additional bedrooms, bathrooms, and flexible living space. Situated on a picturesque acreage with a detached 3-car garage and workshop, this one-of-a-kind property offers breathtaking countryside views, quick access to Highway 163, and an unmatched opportunity to own one of the area's most notable historic estates. Whether you're searching for a stunning private residence, multigenerational home, or landmark property, this exceptional estate is truly unlike anything else on the market.

1261 185th Street, Pella

Listing courtesy of Ingrid Williams with RE/MAX Concepts

$215,000

6342211 MLS

Offering a rare opportunity to own 7.48 acres m/l just north of Winterset, Iowa. Located along Hogback Bridge Road, this property offers the space and country setting many acreage buyers are searching for while remaining only minutes from the conveniences of Winterset and providing easy access toward the Des Moines metro. The property features an attractive potential building site with an existing driveway, providing a great starting point for a future home or acreage. Beyond the building site, the property contains timber and a meandering creek, creating a setting that feels much larger and more private than a typical residential lot. The natural landscape offers opportunities for recreation, wildlife, and simply enjoying the outdoors right outside your back door. With no covenants restricting the property, buyers have added flexibility to create an acreage that fits their vision. Whether you're looking to build a full-time residence, establish a country retreat, or secure a manageable piece of land near Winterset, this property offers a rare combination of location, usable land, natural beauty, and privacy. Located in the Winterset Community School District and less than 1.5 miles from Highway 169, this Madison County acreage provides the rural setting buyers want without sacrificing accessibility. Bring your building plans and take advantage of the opportunity to make this unique property your own.

Hogback Bridge Road, Winterset

Listing courtesy of with Peoples Company

$215,000

748389 MLS

Offering a rare opportunity to own 7.48 acres m/l just north of Winterset, Iowa. Located along Hogback Bridge Road, this property offers the space and country setting many acreage buyers are searching for while remaining only minutes from the conveniences of Winterset and providing easy access toward the Des Moines metro. The property features an attractive potential building site with an existing driveway, providing a great starting point for a future home or acreage. Beyond the building site, the property contains timber and a meandering creek, creating a setting that feels much larger and more private than a typical residential lot. The natural landscape offers opportunities for recreation, wildlife, and simply enjoying the outdoors right outside your back door. With no covenants restricting the property, buyers have added flexibility to create an acreage that fits their vision. Whether you're looking to build a full-time residence, establish a country retreat, or secure a manageable piece of land near Winterset, this property offers a rare combination of location, usable land, natural beauty, and privacy. Located in the Winterset Community School District and less than 1.5 miles from Highway 169, this Madison County acreage provides the rural setting buyers want without sacrificing accessibility. Bring your building plans and take advantage of the opportunity to make this unique property your own.

Hogback Bridge Road, Winterset

Listing courtesy of Kolt Kiburz with Peoples Company

$295,000

748164 MLS

Wonderful opportunity to have an in-town acreage on blacktop for a great price. Build your dream home with the builder of your choice! Fantastic location!

Parcel #1624301007, West Des Moines

Listing courtesy of Julie Baudler with RE/MAX Concepts

Carbon, IA Hunting Properties 20 acres and under for Sale

Carbon, Iowa Hunting Properties 20 acres and under

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