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Located in the rolling hills of Appanoose County near Unionville, Iowa, this 270+/-acre tract offers a prime combination of timber, row crop, and exceptional wildlife habitat. With a large pond, scenic ridges, and a great building site along a paved road, this property is well-positioned for both recreation and future improvement. This area of southern Iowa is known for its stunning oak ridges, mature hardwoods, and productive agricultural land. The property features heavily timbered terrain with natural pinch points, making it easy to set up for hunting on predominant winds with southern access. The mix of ridges and open ground provides excellent locations for food plots and additional row crop production for food sources or native plantings for additional bedding cover. A standout feature of this property is the large pond located at the north end of the farm, offering excellent fishing opportunities. This pond not only provides additional recreational opportunities for fishing but also serves as a critical year-round water source for wildlife. Its location further enhances the farm’s ability to attract and hold deer, as it sits within a highly secluded area surrounded by large blocks of neighboring timber. Multiple farms in the area act as natural travel corridors between bedding and feeding areas, creating an ideal setup for drawing in and keeping deer on the property during daylight hours. By incorporating productive ag land while leaving designated food plots, this farm can serve as a key hub for deer movement, providing both nutrition and security. Historically used for row crop and pasture, this farm has the potential to be developed into a premier hunting property with strong habitat diversity. The dense cover supports a healthy whitetail herd, and the surrounding area is well regarded for producing top-end deer. Additionally, the land offers great opportunities for ATV riding, camping and other recreational uses. With a mix of natural beauty, income potential, and excellent hunting opportunities, this 270-acre tract is a standout property in Appanoose County.

Located in Monroe County near the Appanoose County line and just five miles from Rathbun Lake Marina, this 160+/-acre property is a hidden gem with significant upside. With a mix of open ground, timber, and creeks winding through the landscape, this farm offers the ideal foundation for a premier hunting and recreational property. The farm consists of approximately 24 acres of alfalfa, with the remainder in open hay/pasture ground, timber, and brush. The diverse terrain creates excellent natural funnels and pinch points, making this an ideal setup for both bow and gun hunting. The property is tucked into a large section of adjoining landowners, adding to its seclusion, and enhancing its ability to attract and hold trophy whitetails and turkeys. Currently utilized as a pasture and hay unit with minimal development for hunting, this property offers a raw opportunity to improve with a tremendous upside. This tract and surrounding area is loaded with trophy game and converting portions of the open ground into native warm-season grasses and strategically adding food plots would significantly enhance the habitat and hunting potential. The combination of cover, water, and natural travel corridors already provides strong hunting opportunities, and with strategic improvements, this farm could become an outstanding property with a little sweat equity. In addition to its hunting potential, the farm features a great building site along the road frontage, offering an excellent location for a cabin or home. Its proximity to Rathbun Lake—a renowned 11,000-acre public lake known for fishing, boating, camping, and other recreational activities—further adds to the property’s appeal. With a strong mix of natural habitat, agricultural potential, and recreational access, this 160+/-acre tract in Monroe County is an excellent opportunity for those looking to develop a top-tier hunting farm or a private getaway near one of Iowa’s premier outdoor destinations.

Located south of Centerville near Exline in Appanoose County, Iowa, this 125+/-acre farm offers a strong combination of productive ag land, heavily timbered draws, bedding cover, and excellent hunting potential. Tucked into the middle of a large, contiguous section with very few surrounding landowners, this property benefits from exceptional seclusion and natural wildlife movement. The farm has been actively operated as a pasture, hay, and crop unit by a great local Appanoose County family for many years, blending productive ground with high-quality habitat. The combination of open areas, thick timber, and natural travel corridors creates ideal conditions for whitetail deer and turkey. Multiple pinch points and natural funnels set the farm up for exceptional rut hunting, with the potential for further habitat improvements to enhance all-season hunting opportunities. This property offers a blank canvas for improvements, with excellent opportunities to enhance habitat, develop food plots, and customize it to your vision. Two ponds provide additional water sources for wildlife and livestock, while the row crop and hay ground offer immediate income potential. Several natural clearings and openings set up perfectly for strategic food plot locations, making it easy to create prime hunting setups in key areas of the farm. This tract also allows you to take full advantage of the surrounding properties and hunt an incredibly rugged system of ditches and draws that cut through the center of the farm and extend into the larger neighborhood. With little to no frontage, the interior seclusion adds to the property’s ability to hold and attract mature bucks throughout the season during daylight hours. Surrounded by large tracts of timber, pasture and diverse cover, this property sits in a proven neighborhood that consistently produces world class whitetail and turkey hunting. Food sources, bedding cover, and natural travel corridors all combine to make this a highly desirable hunting tract with the added benefit of agricultural income and future development potential. With a versatile mix of timber, pasture, and cropland, this 125+/-acre tract offers the potential to develop into a premier recreational and income-producing farm in one of southern Iowa’s best hunting and recreational areas.

Appanoose County 159+/- Acres – Hunting, Income & Building Potential Located just north of Centerville, Iowa, on the east side of Highway 5, this 159+/- acre farm offers excellent hunting, row crop income, and prime building sites.  This area offers beautiful rolling hills and a multitude of recreational opportunities within minutes of town or Rathbun Lake.   Diverse Habitat & Proven Hunting This farm features a mix of mature creek-bottom timber, oak and hickory ridges to the south, and thick, overgrown pasture to the north, creating ideal south-facing bedding areas. Hunting pressure has been minimal, with only one buck harvested in 2024—a mid-170s-class deer. Two newly constructed creek crossings provide better access and expand options for food plots and stand locations.   Income-Producing Farmland & Timber The farm currently generates $12,250 annually from 70 acres of cash-rented cropland at $175/acre. Additional tillable acres are available for farming but have been left in wildlife cover for habitat enhancement. The mature timber stand, including walnut, white oak, and bur oak, offers future income potential through timber harvesting.   Long-Term Solar Lease Opportunity The current owner has received an offer for a long-term solar lease, including a three-year due diligence period before commitment. Details available upon request.   Ideal for Hunting, Investment & Building With utilities available, this farm offers excellent building sites along with strong hunting and income potential. Additionally, an existing open front shed is currently utilized for equipment storage with great renovation opportunities. Whether you’re looking for a premier hunting property, an income-producing farm, or a great location to build, this tract is priced to sell.

Located in the heart of the scenic Appanoose County, this wooded recreational property is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream offering great deer and turkey hunting opportunities on a smaller parcel. The land primarily features rolling timbered terrain providing ideal habitat and dense cover for all wildlife species throughout the area. Situated at the front of the property, a spacious 30’ x 48’ steel pole building provides a great place to establish base camp and store all your hunting equipment! Concrete floors, fiber optic internet connection, electric furnace, security camera system, and the woodburning stove are all great attributes to this well taken care of pole building! This area offers a great blend of seclusion and convenience, as it’s just minutes away from thousands of acres of public hunting access. Whether you’re looking for a small private hunting property, a cabin in the woods, or a place to setup deer hunting camp, this property is a must see!

This 58 +/- acre property offers prime hunting opportunities and investment potential, located close to Rathbun Lake in an area known for its excellent whitetail deer and turkey habitat. The property features well-defined pinch points along the borders of larger neighboring properties, making it ideal for setting up stands for all-season hunting and multiple wind directions. Approximately 30 acres of the property are currently idle, with a CSR2 rating of 50, providing potential for conversion to cash crops, alfalfa hay, or large food plots. The property is situated on the edge of significant timber blocks, with additional timber scattered along a creek that runs through the land, offering a natural water source and travel corridors for wildlife. Just 3 miles from the Rathbun Lake dam, the property also presents a unique opportunity to build a dream home with views of the southern Iowa landscape. There is also the option to sell off smaller sections for a return on investment. With some additional improvements, this Appanoose County tract could also serve as a hobby farm, a start-up piece, or a pasture in the heart of southern Iowa cattle country.