Presenting 69.00 acres m/l of recreational land located in Jackson Township, Lucas County, Iowa. Situated along 122nd Trail northwest of Lucas, this Southern Iowa property offers a strong combination of timber, open ground, rolling terrain, and productive bottom ground. The farm is well-positioned for the recreational buyer, with a diverse layout that creates multiple opportunities for whitetail deer and turkey habitat. South Otter Creek runs through the property, adding a year-round recreational feature while creating natural travel corridors and additional wildlife habitat. Timbered draws, brushy transition areas, open ridges, and secluded pockets provide a diverse mix of cover throughout the farm. Approximately 18.90 acres of tillable bottom ground are currently utilized for hay production. These open acres could continue in hay production while also providing opportunities for strategically placed food plots and additional wildlife habitat. The varied topography is another key feature of the property, transitioning from creek bottom and lower-lying ground into higher rolling terrain. The combination of South Otter Creek, timber, open grass, hay ground, draws, and edge habitat gives a future owner numerous options to further develop the property around their recreational goals.
Incredibly rare opportunity to purchase a rural property w/ true recreational, agricultural, & residential potential just off paved Hwy 34, less than 1 mile from the Albia city limits. This 72± acre tract offers outstanding Iowa trophy whitetail & turkey hunting, w/ thick timber, a creek travel corridor, scattered brush thickets, & rolling hay & pasture ground that create natural habitat & strong movement patterns. The diverse terrain includes ridges, valleys, & elevation changes that not only enhance the property's hunting potential but also provide truly breathtaking views & a rugged, scenic landscape rarely found this close to town. Surrounded by large blocks of timber w/ minimal nearby food sources, the farm is well-positioned for adding large destination food plots to draw & hold the area's hefty deer population. With multiple access points, utilities nearby, & several ideal building site options, this property checks a rare combination of boxes. Whether you're looking to build a rural home, create a private hunting retreat, or establish a hobby farm, this tract offers serious potential to shape into something long-term & meaningful. It’s hard to overstate the demand for properties like this—close to town, w/ pavement access, privacy, & recreation all in one place. Seller would entertain offers on smaller tracts, subject to survey opportunity & county requirements. Out of respect for the neighbors, please do not attempt to access the easement without scheduled showing.
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #5421425
May 8, 2020
Sold
$65,000
May 8, 2020
Sold
$65,000
Dec 16, 2019
Listed
$75,000
Dec 16, 2019
Listed
$75,000
Unique recreational property with income located just off paved Hwy 34 between Albia and Ottumwa, IA. This hard to find acreage offers 17+/- acres with great potential building sites overlooking the beautiful southern Iowa landscape. This property offers an affordable option to own your own rural play place with row crop/hay ground, modest timber and two nice ponds. One pond was built within the last 7 years and both offer great fishing opportunity. There are 9 acres currently seeded to hay and offer a 58 CSR2, for modest income potential. This Iowa land for sale is located within 5 miles of Albia and a short drive to Ottumwa or Eddyville and would make a great place for a future home, cabin or weekend getaway. Small parcels like this are in demand and don't come available often.
DMMLS #568549
Apr 4, 2019
Sold
$120,000
Aug 30, 2018
Listed
$128,000
DMMLS #568322
Apr 4, 2019
Sold
$54,000
Aug 27, 2018
Listed
$63,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #5479770
Sep 6, 2018
Listed
$128,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #5479760
Aug 28, 2018
Listed
$63,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #5421720
Mar 5, 2012
Sold
$220,000
Feb 1, 2012
Listed
$220,000
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Last updated by owner on Sep 17, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 105° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Redfin Estimate for 122nd Trl
$379,239
$261 under list price of $380K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $168K to $475K.