17 +/- Acre Build Site With Hunting, Recreational, & Investment Potential

Property Description

This incredible 17 +/- acre property is located in highly sought-after Madison County, Iowa, and is being offered as one tract or potentially as two separate parcels consisting of approximately 31 +/- acres or the entire 48 +/- acre farm. Located just 5 miles west of Interstate 35 and approximately 22 miles from West Des Moines, this property offers an incredible combination of buildable acreage, world-class hunting, recreation, privacy, and long-term investment potential, all within an easy commute of the Des Moines metro.

The approximately 50/50 combination of tillable and recreational ground creates an outstanding balance between agricultural income potential and wildlife habitat. Approximately 10 acres consist of former CRP ground that could easily be brought back into productive tillable production for additional income or utilized as large food plots designed to attract and hold mature whitetails. The tillable ground carries a very strong average CSR2 of 73.7, adding significant agricultural value and making this an excellent long-term investment.

For the serious whitetail hunter, this farm has many of the key ingredients needed to hold and grow mature deer. The property features excellent thick cover, and the expired CRP provides ideal bedding habitat. The Middle River runs along the northern portion of the property, creating a major natural travel corridor connecting the farm to additional hardwood ridges toward the southern portion. The combination of water, thick cover, bedding areas, agricultural ground, timber, and natural travel corridors creates an exceptional environment for attracting and holding big bucks. The farm also contains harvestable walnut trees, adding another potential source of value to this diverse property.

Madison County is well known for its picturesque rolling hills, beautiful countryside, and scenic landscapes. The area is rich in history and is famously known as the birthplace of John Wayne and home to the iconic Bridges of Madison County. The surrounding area also offers an abundance of recreational and entertainment opportunities, including wineries, cideries, breweries, hiking areas, Pammel Park, and Winterset City Park. Whether you're looking for a place to build your dream country home, a private hunting and recreational retreat, or an excellent long-term land investment, this property offers an exceptional combination of location, amenities, habitat, agricultural value, and privacy.

With the limited number of quality farms that become available in this area especially properties offering this combination of hunting, recreational, agricultural, and buildable potential within commuting distance of Des Moines. This farm is sure to receive significant attention. Opportunities like this are becoming increasingly difficult to find. Shown by appointment only and must be pre-approved. Call the listing agent today to schedule your private tour or to receive additional information, maps, and property details.