Stunning Log Home in the Loess Hills
Price:
$738,000
Acreage:
18
County:
Plymouth
State:
Iowa
Property Description
Tucked in the heart of the highly desirable Loess Hills, this stunning log home sits on 18 +/- acres, including approximately 8 +/- acres of income-producing cropland, offering the perfect combination of beauty, privacy, and functionality. Just 15 minutes from downtown Sioux City, the property features breathtaking rolling hills, mature timber, and native grasses throughout the landscape. An abundance of wildlife species call this area home. Located in one of the region’s most sought-after areas, much of the surrounding terrain is part of the rare Loess Hills ecosystem, home to a portion of Iowa’s less than 1% remaining native prairie.Enjoy spectacular sunset views, abundant wildlife, and peaceful country living from the comfort of your wraparound front porch or expansive back deck, complete with a hot tub hookup. The home offers over 3,600 square feet, with approximately 3,250 finished square feet, currently configured with 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, an office/non-conforming bedroom, and a large basement guest room that could easily be converted into two additional spacious bedrooms. The logs have been professionally treated with borate and freshly stained to preserve the beauty and longevity of the home. Modern updates include a new asphalt driveway and insulated attached two-car garage (2022), a heated 40' x 36' shop (2022), new AC and heat pump system with a 10-year warranty (2024), new stove/oven (2024), and new garbage disposal (2025). Additional features include high-speed Premier fiber internet, REC electric service, a 428’ deep well, and a septic system that was cleaned and inspected in February 2025. With average home utility costs of approximately $200 per month and the benefit of lower property taxes in Plymouth County, this exceptional property delivers remarkable value while providing easy access to city amenities and the unmatched beauty of country living. For more information or to schedule a private tour, contact the listing agent, Jordan Petersen, at (712) 631-5887. Showings by appointment only.
Property Features
- Extremely desirable Loess Hills log home on 18 +/- acres
- 8 +/- acres are income-producing cropland
- Incredible terrain with rolling hills, timber, and native grasses
- Highly sought-after location just 15 minutes from downtown Sioux City
- Paved road frontage connected to a new 2022 asphalt driveway
- Annual property tax estimate of $7,208.00
- Picturesque sunsets and abundant wildlife
- The area is a very special place with a portion being part of Iowa’s 1% remaining native prairie
- Borate treated logs and freshly stained for the next 3-5 years
- Approximately 3,250 sq. ft. finished with 400 sq. ft. partially finished utility room
- 428’ deep well, Premier Fiber, and REC electric
- Septic cleaned and inspected Feb. 2026
- New AC/heat pump and stove/oven in 2024
- New garbage disposal in 2025
- Hot tub ready on the back deck
- Average monthly utilities run approximately $200
- Garage insulated in 2022
- New 40’x36’ heated shop in 2022
- Akron-Westfield School District
