Description
High Point Land Company is pleased to present this exceptional 321.94+/- acre property located in Taylor County, Iowa, just southeast of Bedford, offered for sale via an online timed auction ending at 1:00 PM on November 18th. This versatile property offers an outstanding blend of agricultural production, recreational opportunities, quality whitetail habitat, and potential building sites, making it an attractive offering for a wide range of buyers.
The property features a diverse mix of productive tillable farmland, recently expired CRP acres, timber, and rolling terrain, creating a unique combination of current agricultural income and future upside. The varying terrain and mix of open ground and timber provide excellent habitat for wildlife, with the property situated in an area known for quality whitetail deer and a strong hunting tradition. The combination of food sources, cover, and secluded acreage creates an appealing setting for those looking to establish or expand a recreational hunting property. From an agricultural standpoint, the tillable acres provide an opportunity to generate income, while the recently expired CRP acres give a new owner flexibility to determine the best long-term use of those acres. Depending on the buyer's goals, these acres could provide an opportunity to increase productive farmland, improve income potential, or be strategically managed as wildlife habitat. The property's rolling topography, timber, and secluded areas further enhance its recreational appeal while also providing several potential locations for a future home, cabin, or hunting retreat.
With multiple tracts offering different combinations of tillable farmland, expired CRP, timber, and recreational acreage, this property provides buyers with the opportunity to acquire land that fits a variety of investment and land-use goals. Whether you're a farmer looking to expand your operation, an investor seeking additional agricultural acreage, or an outdoor enthusiast searching for a quality hunting and recreational property, this Taylor County offering provides an excellent opportunity to own a diverse piece of southern Iowa land. The property also offers abundant wildlife, including strong populations of quail and pheasants, adding to its appeal for upland game hunters and outdoor enthusiasts. Properties combining agricultural income, proven recreational potential, abundant wildlife habitat, and potential building opportunities in this area are becoming increasingly difficult to find, making this a unique opportunity to acquire a substantial tract with both immediate and long-term value.
Tract 1 offers 39.0+/- acres, including approximately 34.27 acres of certified cropland with a 39.3 CSR2. The farm is split between existing tillable acres and recently expired CRP acres, creating a versatile property with both current agricultural production and additional upside for a new owner. The existing tillable ground provides an immediate opportunity for agricultural income, while the recently expired CRP acres give the buyer flexibility to determine the best long-term use of those acres. A new owner could potentially transition the expired CRP back into tillable production, increasing the amount of productive farmland and providing an opportunity to enhance the property's overall income potential and long-term value. The combination of tillable ground and recently expired CRP also creates a diverse mix of open acreage that can be managed to fit a buyer's individual goals. Whether the priority is expanding an existing farming operation, increasing annual agricultural income, or making strategic improvements to maximize the property's future value, Tract 1 offers several opportunities. The 39.3 CSR2 provides a solid productivity rating for the area, while the manageable size makes this tract an appealing option for both local farmers and investors looking to add additional acreage to an existing land portfolio. With its combination of productive tillable acres, recently expired CRP, and potential for future conversion and improvement, Tract 1 represents a well-rounded agricultural investment opportunity in Taylor County.
Tract 2 offers 94.31+/- acres, including approximately 85.7 acres of tillable farmland with a CSR2 of 50.9, making this an excellent opportunity for farmers, investors, and landowners looking to add quality acreage to an existing operation. A large majority of the tract is tillable ground, providing a strong agricultural base and an efficient use of the property for crop production. The tract's high percentage of tillable acres makes it particularly attractive to buyers looking to maximize productive acreage and generate consistent agricultural income. In addition to the existing tillable farmland, the property includes recently expired CRP acres. These acres provide additional upside for a new owner, with the opportunity to potentially transition the former CRP ground back into production and further increase the farm's total tillable acreage. Bringing these acres back into production could enhance the property's future income potential and overall agricultural productivity. The combination of 85.7 acres of existing tillable farmland and the potential to convert the recently expired CRP acres back to production gives Tract 2 strong long-term agricultural appeal. Whether you're looking to expand your current farming operation, add productive ground to your land portfolio, or acquire a property with additional upside through increased tillable acreage, Tract 2 presents an outstanding opportunity to own a predominantly tillable farm in Taylor County.
Tract 3 offers 100.87+/- acres, including 78.23 acres of highly productive farmland with a 47.7 CSR2, providing a strong combination of agricultural income and recreational opportunities. The balance of the property consists of timber, creating an excellent mix of tillable acres and wooded habitat that offers both income potential and outstanding hunting opportunities. This is a great hunting farm located in a desirable area and a strong recreational neighborhood known for quality whitetail hunting and mature deer. The combination of tillable farmland, established timber, and natural cover provides an excellent habitat mix for deer and other wildlife, while the secluded nature of the property creates a great setting for hunting and recreational use. The timber provides cover and security for wildlife, with the surrounding agricultural ground offering an abundant food source and creating the type of habitat combination that hunters look for. Whether used to hunt, farm, or simply enjoy as a private recreational property, Tract 3 offers an excellent opportunity to own a versatile farm in a great area and neighborhood. With productive tillable acres providing potential income and the remaining acreage offering seclusion, timber, and proven wildlife habitat, this tract would make a great addition to an existing farming operation, recreational portfolio, or investment holding.
Tract 4 offers 87.76+/- acres with 55.02 acres of certified cropland, including 37.89 acres currently in tillable production and 17.13 acres that have recently expired from the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP). The tract carries a 50.6 CSR2, providing a solid agricultural foundation while also offering exceptional recreational and hunting potential. This property is particularly appealing for the whitetail enthusiast, as it is located in an area and neighborhood well known for quality deer hunting and a proven history of mature whitetails. The combination of tillable farmland, cover, and additional recreational acreage creates an attractive habitat for deer, providing both food sources and areas for wildlife. The 17.13 acres of recently expired CRP add additional flexibility and could potentially be transitioned back into tillable production, providing an opportunity to increase agricultural income while allowing the new owner to strategically manage the property for both farming and wildlife. The mix of productive cropland, recently expired CRP, and recreational acreage makes this a well-rounded property for a buyer looking to generate income while owning a quality hunting farm. With proven whitetail potential, a strong surrounding hunting neighborhood, and opportunities to improve and customize the property to fit the new owner's goals, Tract 4 represents an excellent opportunity for the farmer, investor, or serious recreational buyer.
Property Address: TBD 2398 280th Street, Bedford, IA 50833
Property Features:
- Highly Productive Soils
- Multiple Access Points
- Potential Building Sites
- Productive Tillable Farmland
- Recreational Opportunities
- Scenic Rolling Terrain
- Excellent Wildlife Habitat
- Proven history of mature whitetails
- Year-round water source
Directions:
Head East out of Bedford on IA-2 for 1.9 miles. Then turn right onto Montana Ave and proceed South for 2 miles. Turn left onto 280th St and head East for 1.5 miles. The farm will be on the South side of 280th Street.
