Van Buren County, Iowa Land For Sale (6 results)

Located in Van Buren County, Iowa, this 63.6-acre property offers outstanding recreational potential with a strong focus whitetail deer habitat and hunting opportunity. Designed with both deer and turkey in mind, this tract provides the ideal combination of timber, cover, and recent habitat improvements to attract and hold wildlife. Approximately 30 acres of hardwood mixed timber create excellent natural travel corridors and stand locations. The layout and terrain of the property make it especially well-suited for hunting, allowing hunters to access multiple areas while maintaining favorable wind and movement patterns on a manageable-sized tract. Significant habitat improvements were completed in 2025, adding both immediate and long-term value to the property. A Timber Stand Improvement (TSI) project was implemented to enhance timber value while promoting better bedding, browse, and wildlife movement throughout the timbered areas. In addition, over 25 acres were planted to Warm Season Grasses and forbs, creating diverse cover, improved bedding habitat, and enhanced food sources that help support thriving wildlife populations. Whether you are looking for a high-quality hunting tract, a recreational getaway, or a property with proven habitat improvements already in place, this Van Buren County farm offers an excellent opportunity to enjoy the outdoors while watching your investment grow.

Estate Attorney: Cynthia D. Hucks, Box & Box, Attorneys at Law, 304 North Court Street, Ottumwa, Iowa, 52501 REAL ESTATE Selling a well-kept ranch style home on 2.08 acres located in Centerville, Iowa. Property Features • Built in 1973 • 1,440 sq ft home • 3 Bedrooms – 2 Bathrooms • Full basement • 2.08 acres Outbuildings • 36’ × 28’ garage with electric & concrete floor • 20’ × 24’ garage with gravel floor • 14’ × 16’ pole barn style shed • 10’ × 16’ storage shed BUILDINGS SELLING SEPARATELY • 10’ × 16’ shed with 6’ × 7’ roll-up door • 7’ × 10’ shed with wood floor • 10’ × 16’ shed with wood floor • 7’ × 8’ chicken coop • 17 ft ramp to 4 ft landing with 6 ft ramp EZ access • Aluminum handicap ramp

99.65 acre Whitetail Hunting Farm Van Buren county Iowa A-1470 Van Buren County, Iowa Land For Sale | Located in western Van Buren county Iowa is a 99.65 acre farm consisting of primetime Iowa whitetail deer hunting. When you first pull up to the gate at the north end of the property you are greeted by a lonely corn crib still intact. This barn was built in 1940. An old homestead being reclaimed by Mother Nature lays next to the corn crib. As you head west you are greeted by a secluded food plot mostly in white clover. This food plot is roughly an acre. A rotation of brassicas and cereal grains such as rye and wheat would be an excellent food source throughout the hunting season. The farm offers excellent year round whitetail deer habitat. The amount of bedding opportunities is astounding. Food surrounds the farm, but also the farm offers potential and good food sources. During the rut, the farm is a whitetail hunters dream of mature bucks running through the brush chasing does or sparring with bucks. As you continue west, a trio of old wolf oaks greet you guarding the different trails you can choose from. This farm has (according to the tracker used) 2.5 miles worth of trails. The trails follow along the north property line, along Lick Creek, the bottom farm field, and along the east road edge, but slightly more in the interior. As you walk you will notice the diverse timber stands that offers unique habitats. Some of the timber consists of stands of honey locust with thick multiflora rose as the shrub layer while other parts of the timber is in a mid to late successional stage of young oaks mixed with cedars, mulberries, elm, black walnuts, and honey locust. The oaks are young, but in great multitude. The oaks consist of white, black, red, and shingle. There are several wolf oaks throughout the property. There are some gorgeous wolf oaks over hanging Lick Creek creating a beautiful aesthetic view. At the north east corner of the farm are two bottom fields roughly at 5 acres consisting of reeds canary, shrubs, multiflora rose, and young trees. These spots are in not in production, but could be a killer food plot location or farm production. Following a trail along Lick Creek takes you to the larger bottomland field. Before entering the bottomland field is another trail running east and west with an old brushy fence row adding as an excellent screen for hunters to access between tree stand locations. This is roughly 30.5 acres with the CSR being 72.6. The field is mostly brome, alfalfa, and clover. Rental rates at a CSR of 72.6 in Van Buren County could bring between $150-$230 farming rental rates. Throughout the field there are low shallow strips that hold water. One could work these shallow trenches as small potential wetland strips to attract waterfowl. Along the north end of the bottom field is a strip of warm season native prairie as a buffer. Following the edge of the field, you come across a hedgerow of older oaks. Through the hedge row is a field in the mid-successional habitat stage mostly of oaks and river birch. Another field west shows similar mid successional habitat. These mid successional habitat fields offer excellent whitetail deer bedding and if one was interested these stands would offer excellent woodcock or snipe hunting. Heading south of the mid-successional stands you would enter a finger of timber consisting of oaks, elms, mulberries, river birch, and maple. Inside of this finger is what appears to be an ephemeral water channel running through the finger. The south west part of the field could be another food plot since the fingered timber offers excellent bedding and screening for whitetail. Heading back north along the bottomland field you connect back to the over grown fence row heading east. The trail leads back to the bottomland driveway. There is another trail that you can take north. This trail runs parallel with the road. The trail is hidden by cedar trees. The cedar trees offer excellent screening along the road. The trail continues north and takes you to and old cattle pond. The pond holds a multitude of frogs, but currently not stocked. The pond could have the silt removed and dug deeper to make a nice fish pond. The trail continues and takes you back to the food plot on the top ridge of the farm. Property Address: Jasmine Ave Birmingham, IA 52535 PROPERTY 30.5~ acres of Bottomland Tillable Ground 5~ acres of potential tillable ground 1.0 acre Food Plot 60~ acres of diverse timber and mid successional habitat 1 barn built in 1940 (corn crib) Lick Creek as a natural property line (not public access) 2.5~ miles of walking trails DISTANCES 13.3 miles (21 minutes) south of Fairfield, Iowa 31.3 miles (37 minutes) west of Ottumwa, Iowa 58 miles (66 minutes) East of Burlington, Iowa

This 81.49 acre Van Buren County, IA farm is located on the edge of Douds, IA, and offers scenic frontage along the Des Moines River. In addition to its agricultural and recreational appeal, this Village Township Tract presents an excellent opportunity for a potential homesite on the edge of Douds. The property currently has 76.32 acres enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program, generating an annual income of $18,620, with three separate contracts set to expire on September 30, 2026. Approximately 93.65% of the farm consists of income-producing acres, making it a high-quality investment and future row-crop opportunity. The farm carries an impressive 79.8 CSR2 average, an exceptionally strong rating for Van Buren County. Chequest, Colo, and Lawson are the three predominant soil types providing a solid foundation for crop production. The established native grasses provide outstanding habitat for deer, turkey, and upland birds, while direct access to the Des Moines River further enhances the recreational appeal of the property. This farm presents multiple attractive use options, including re-enrollment into CRP programs, conversion to row-crop production upon contract expiration, or development of a private residence. Having been owned by the same family for decades, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a productive, scenic, and versatile farm with income, recreational benefits, and residential potential. Key Features Income & Investment Potential: The farm offers strong, dependable income with 76.32 acres currently enrolled in CRP, producing $18,620 annually through September 30, 2026. With 93.65% income-producing acres, this property provides both immediate returns and long-term flexibility. Upon contract expiration, buyers may consider re-enrolling in CRP or transitioning the farm to row-crop production. This combination of current income and future upside makes the property an excellent investment opportunity. Highly Productive Soils: This farm features an impressive average CSR2 rating of 79.8, which is exceptionally high for Van Buren County, Iowa. The quality soils position the property as a desirable row-crop farm when CRP contracts expire. The strong productivity ratings enhance long-term land value and offer confidence for both operators and investors. Farms with this level of soil quality are rarely available in this area. Recreational Appeal & River Access: Located along the scenic Des Moines River, the property offers excellent recreational opportunities in addition to its income potential. Established native grasses provide outstanding

High Quality Crop Farm Located in Eastern Van Buren County. 40 Acres m/l Total, 35.1 Acres Cropland (52.7 Average CSR2)Currently in Corn/Bean Rotation, 2.5 Acres Timber/Brush. Possible Building Site. Great Hunting.

Highly Tillable Row Crop Farm in Van Buren County with 96% Tillable! 106 Acres Total with 102.5 Acres Tillable with 41.5 CSR2(Currently Farming 100 Acres). Very Lucrative Income Producing Farm. Several Newer Terraces Constructed to Improve Farming. Located on Hard Surface Road. Could Be Nice Building Site Overlooking the Farm. Good Hunting.