Lucas County, Iowa Land For Sale (13 results)

Escape to the peace and privacy of southern Iowa with this stunning custom-built two-story home situated on 22 +/- picturesque acres just south of Chariton. Built in 2019, this exceptional property offers the perfect combination of luxury living, recreation, and hobby farm potential all surrounded by breathtaking countryside and abundant wildlife. The home features approximately 3,700 square feet of finished living space, along with an additional 2,400 square feet partially finished with a walkout basement ideal for guests, multi-generational living, or future expansion. With 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, there is ample room for family and entertaining alike. Inside, you'll find soaring ceilings, gorgeous custom kitchen cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and thoughtfully designed open concept living spaces filled with natural light. Three Bryant mini-split furnace and air conditioning systems ensure year-round comfort and efficiency throughout the home. Outdoor living is equally impressive, with two oversized covered decks spanning the full width of the home, perfect for relaxing evenings, entertaining guests, or enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The property itself offers an ideal mix of tillable ground, pasture, and mature timber, making it perfectly suited for a hobby farm or recreational retreat. Amenities include a large fenced pasture, manicured garden, chicken coop, and ample room for horses, cattle, goats, or chickens for those seeking a more self-sufficient lifestyle. A spacious 48'x48'x12' insulated shop/garage with concrete floors, heat, and two overhead doors provides outstanding storage, workspace, and versatility for equipment, vehicles, or recreational toys. Nature lovers and hunters will appreciate the established walking trails, exceptional habitat, and world-class hunting opportunities for trophy whitetail deer and turkey. Even more impressive, the property borders access to thousands of acres of nearby public land right out the back door, offering endless outdoor adventure. Conveniently located approximately 60 miles south of Des Moines and just minutes from local amenities in Chariton, the property also places you near some of southern Iowa's premier recreational destinations. Lake Rathbun, Iowa's second largest lake, is only 35 miles away, while Red Haw State Park, Lake Ellis, and Lake Morris are all just minutes from the property. This is a rare opportunity to own a truly private and versatile acreage offering luxury, recreation, and rural lifestyle all in one remarkable property. Buyers must be pre-approved. Contact the listing agent today for additional details or to schedule your private showing. Property Features -Located 60 miles south of Des Moines, Iowa -1.5 miles south of Chariton, Iowa -35 miles west of Lake Rathbun (second-largest lake in Iowa) -Minutes from Red Haw State Park, Lake Ellis and Lake Morris -Exceptional 22 +/- acres has the perfect mix of tillable, pasture, and timber -2-story home newly built in 2019 has 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, with 3,700 sq. ft. finished -Additional 2,400 sq. ft. walkout basement that is partially finished with beautiful kitchen cabinets -Large expansive covered deck in front and back for all your entertaining needs -Spacious 48'x48'x12' pole shed/garage with concrete, insulation, and heat -Perfect hobby farm for raising horses, cattle, chickens, or goats -Large garden, chicken coop, and large fenced pasture ground for living naturally off the grid -Extremely private and peaceful with incredible views -Gorgeous kitchen cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops with high ceiling -Well-built home with 2"x6" walls and spray foam insulation, ensuring energy efficiency and comfort -Newly installed wood-burning stove adds an elegant touch -Excellent hunting and access to 1000's of acres of public land out your back door -Exceptional deer and turkey hunting -Call listing agent for details and to schedule a private tour -Must be pre-approved

Country living less than a mile from major hwy! If you've been looking for an acreage with a perfect location, this 15 acre recreational paradise with nice home will have you looking no further! With only 3/4 of a mile of gravel, you get that country feel, while being only minutes from Chariton or Lucas. Pull down the paved-circle driveway, to a beautiful home tucked back against the timber. That view of pulling in the drive would never get old! Very large detached garage next to the home that could be used as a shop, or fit up to 4 vehicles. On the main level enjoy a living room area with vaulted ceilings, & a stunning brick accent wall. Kitchen with lots of counter space, an island, & equipped with dishwasher, stove, & fridge that will be included in the sale. Sun room between living room & kitchen, with a half bath completing the main level. Up stairs consists of 2 bedrooms (one with its personal deck over looking the gazebo & timber area), & main full bath. With a great overview of the vaulted living area. Finished basement with a bedroom, wet bar, laundry area, & additional bathroom ready to be finished with your personal touch. Many updates over last 10 years. It's not hard to see what this property would offer from a recreational standpoint. Many deer and turkey have been taken off the property over the years. With areas that could be food-plotted for anyone interested. 2 nice trails cut back into the timber, giving easy access to move through the property. Tons of mature trees with many of them being oaks, giving you a great acorn crop and holding power for deer. Many perennial flowers have been planted making the spring bloom breathtaking. Call me today for private showing

What an opportunity to own a truly versatile Southern Iowa property in Lucas County, Iowa. This is the kind of property that rarely comes available, offering exceptional recreation, income potential, and a peaceful place to call home, all set within one of the most picturesque landscapes the region has to offer. Rolling ridge tops transition into mature hardwood timber, creating the ideal balance of open ground and cover. The layout naturally supports established travel corridors, with multiple prime locations for food plots, stand sites, and habitat improvements. This is the kind of setting serious outdoorsmen look for: strong populations of white-tailed deer and turkey, minimal road traffic, and the seclusion needed to consistently hold wildlife. Surrounded by hundreds of additional acres of timber, the neighborhood further enhances the property's ability to produce and protect game year after year. Beyond recreation, the farm offers real-world functionality. Productive alfalfa fields and pasture ground provide opportunities for hay production or livestock grazing. The 45' x 60' shop features concrete floors, overhead doors, and ample workspace, ideal for equipment storage, projects, or operations. A 30' x 60' livestock building adds valuable winter protection and flexibility for your herd. The ranch-style home, built in 1976, offers 1,296 square feet of living space with a walkout basement and an updated steel roof. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a hunting headquarters, or a weekend retreat, the home provides a solid foundation to make your own. Properties with this combination of seclusion, diversity, and usability are hard to come by. Whether you're searching for a legacy farm, an income-producing investment, or a private escape, this one delivers.

If your idea of an ideal living situation is of the picturesque rural Iowa farmstead variety, then this charming 3.7 acres +/- Hobby Farm property in Lucas County may have just what you’re looking for, because it’s got “charming rural southern Iowa farmstead” written all over it. Including the typical farmhouse, but without 100 years of age on it, as this southern Iowa farmhouse was built in 2002 not 1902! The location of this property is out in the country, but only 150 yards from the paved Derby Hwy., and at only 10 miles from Chariton it’s a quick and easy drive for groceries, gas, hardware, bank, hospital and other essential services. The home has 2,280 square feet of living area above ground, covered front porch with a view of sunrise and sunset, + a full in-ground, unfinished basement, 40x24 attached 1 car garage, and insulated shop or storage space with concrete floor. There is a master bedroom and 1 bath on the main floor, with 2 unfinished bedrooms upstairs and 2 other unfinished rooms upstairs that could be turned into bedrooms. The main floor features a spacious open kitchen and dining area with walk-in pantry, and a very large living room area. Outbuildings on the property include a 48x30 barn with hay loft and concrete floor, a 32x22 horse barn with hay loft, and a 42x30 Quonset hoop style building. There is an established sizable garden plot with beautiful black dirt, fruit trees, and grape vines, along with a livestock loafing shed and several areas fenced and ready for horses, cows, or other livestock. The home is served by a well with a good quantity of good water, but rural water is available at the road also if desired to hook up. Brand new septic system installed in 2025. Please note that an Amish family currently lives in the home and the electric is not currently hooked up, but the home had some electric wires run when originally built 23 years ago and has some outlet and light/fan locations to be installed with existing wiring, with hook-up and electric panel to be established as well. The home is currently heated by a large wood cookstove on the main floor. The 3.7 acres +/- designation is estimated/approximate because the property for sale is currently being surveyed. Don’t hesitate to call or text if you’re interested in having a showing or would like to make an offer! Please contact Land Specialist Joshua Flournoy at (641) 203-9427 for more information. Showings by Appointment Only. Property Features • 3.7 +/- Acres Lucas County Hobby Farm • 4 BR/1 BA 2002 Farmhouse • 2,280 sq ft total living space above ground • Full in-ground basement, unfinished • 1-car attached garage + additional storage space • Home was wired for electric when built in 2002 but no outlets or lights/fans are hooked up and electric service and panel box would need to be established. Amish family are current owners. • Home currently heated by large wood cookstove • Well Water but Rural Water available at road • New Septic System in 2025 • 48x30 barn with hay loft and concrete floor • 32x22 horse barn with hay loft • 42x30 Quonset hoop style building • Property already fenced for livestock • Nice established garden plot with beautiful black dirt • Peaceful country setting • 150 yards north of paved Derby Hwy. • Only 10 miles from Chariton • 2024 property tax was $2,502 • Map property boundaries as drawn are approximate/estimated as property is currently being surveyed Midwest Legacy Land & Farm Sales is a division of Mid North Realty - Pella, Iowa - Licensed in the State of Iowa.

Highly Tillable Crop Farm in Lucas County! 160 Acres M/L Total with 140 Acres Cropland Currently in Corn/Bean Rotation with Average CSR2 of 46.5. Very Lucrative Income Producing Farm with Excellent Hunting. Recent Terraces and Tile Work Done. It is Very Hard to Find a Farm with this Much Road Frontage and High Percentage of Tillable Land!

Stunning custom-built brick and siting home completed in 2021, offering over 2,091 square feet on the main level plus an additional 1,500+ finished square feet in the walk-out basement. Situated on approximately 1.01 acres more or less, this beautifully designed home combines luxury, comfort, and functionality in an ideal in-town location near Van Allen Elementary School. Conveniently located just steps from the football and soccer fields and only a couple blocks from the baseball and softball fields and the high school. This spacious one-story frame home features 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and one 3/4 bathroom. The large master suite includes a spacious walk-in closet, double sink vanity, additional seated makeup mirror area, relaxing bathtub, and a luxurious walk-in shower featuring dual shower heads and body sprayers. The beautiful custom kitchen offers granite countertops, custom cabinetry, under-cabinet lighting, a large center island with seating, walk-in pantry, and all appliances included. Hardwood flooring and tile throughout the main level add warmth and elegance to the open-concept design, while the finished basement features comfortable carpeted flooring. The kitchen opens into the dining area and family room, while the living room features a cozy fireplace with custom built-ins on both sides. The upstairs includes the master bedroom, guest bedroom, full bathroom, and convenient laundry room. The basement includes 2 additional bedrooms, a 3/4 bathroom, wet bar with sink and refrigerator, plus a large office featuring beautiful countertop desk space, overhead cabinets, lower storage cabinets, and a large walk-in closet. Designed with both comfort and functionality in mind with an oversized two-car garage, handicap-accessible entry with no stairs to the main floor, and extra-wide 39-inch doorways throughout. The home is wired for surround sound and security, with fiber optics already installed to the property. Outdoor entertaining is easy with gas plumbing ready for a fire pit and grilling area. Additional features include unfinished storage space beneath the garage, a storm shelter located in the unfinished area, and beautifully designed concrete retaining walls on the property. Outside, you’ll enjoy a spacious yard, a small wooded area, and a peaceful creek setting that adds privacy and natural beauty. This exceptional home offers modern luxury, thoughtful accessibility, and an unbeatable location close to schools, sports facilities, and community amenities.

This 9.75 +/- acre Lucas County property sits in a lovely, quiet country setting, but only ¼ mile from pavement at the Derby Hwy. and 9 miles from Chariton with all major services. 38 miles from Indianola and 56 miles from Des Moines make it easy commute distance for work in those areas. Country living in a spacious home on an acreage with mature oak trees, a nice yard, large garden space, fruit trees, fenced-in area for cattle, horses or goats, a horse barn with concrete floor and hay loft, and 2 modern pole barns with concrete floors. The property would make a fantastic hobby farm. The two-story farmhouse with basement was originally built in 1930 and has 4,142 sq feet of living space, with 6 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and a half bath. The interior and exterior were both completely re-done within approximately the last 10 years. The main living area is open and spacious. The kitchen has good counter and cabinet space, a large walk-in pantry, and heated floor tiles for those chilly mornings in Winter! The main bedroom on the ground floor has an en-suite bathroom with double sinks, whirlpool tub, heated tile floors, tiled walk-in shower and walk-in closet. There is another bedroom (currently being used as a sewing room) on the main floor with large walk-in closet, a half bathroom, laundry room with washer/dryer hook-ups, and a very large concrete floored mud room off the kitchen area. On the spacious 2nd story there are 4 bedrooms and a full bathroom with double sinks. There is a full basement with wood burning forced air furnace/ac/utilities and lots of storage space for any number of things. There are multiple outbuildings for a variety of uses. A 44x52x13 horse barn with concrete floors and large hay loft, metal roof and siding, built in 1976. A 36x85x14 finished pole barn with concrete floors (including duralast epoxy coating in half the area), metal siding and metal roofing, 200-amp electric panel, built in 1999. This barn also has a 20x12 finished addition added in 2021 that would make a nice office, man cave, summer kitchen for canning, or mother-in-law apartment. Lastly, there is a practically new 50x80 pole barn built in 2024 with concrete floors, metal roof and siding, a 20x24 office space with half bathroom, and in-floor heat in the whole building! These multiple outbuildings can be used for animals, regular storage, farm equipment storage, or for business purposes (current usage). There are nice mature oak trees for shade and beauty in the yard, a large garden space with great soil, fire pit, fruit trees, and a nice tree screen between the house and the road for additional privacy, quiet, and protection from road dust. There is a fenced area behind the horse barn that would be great for cattle, horses or goats. This unique property is secluded yet close to pavement, in a beautiful natural setting, and practically useful. If you’re looking for a nice country acreage in southern Iowa with an easy distance to town, this would be a good property to check out! Call listing agent and land specialist Joshua Flournoy at (641) 203-9427 to set up a showing or to talk about making an offer. Showings by Appointment Only. Property Features - 9.75 Acres +/- plus home & outbuildings in Lucas County - 2-story farmhouse with 4,142 sq ft of living space, 6 total bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms - Entire interior and exterior re-done within approximately last 10 years - Spacious living area with hardwood floors - Modern kitchen with lots of cabinet and counter space, large walk-in pantry - Heated floor tiles in kitchen for those chilly mornings - Functional laundry room with washer/dryer hook-ups - Heated floor tiles in main bedroom en-suite bathroom - Large concrete floor mud room off kitchen - Central Air Conditioning and Wood forced air whole house furnace - Rural water and electric - 3 barns/pole sheds with metal roofs and siding, concrete floors - 1 barn, built in 2024, has office and in-floor heat in whole building - 2nd barn has small finished living quarters good for office or mother-in-law apartment - 3rd barn has horse/animal stalls and spacious hay loft - Property is quiet and beautiful, mature oak trees, large garden space, only ¼ mile from Pavement - 9 miles from Chariton, 38 miles from Indianola, 56 miles from Des Moines - Fenced area for animals - Great hobby farm property - 2024 property tax $1,734 - 9.75 acres and map boundary lines as drawn are estimated only Midwest Legacy Land & Farm Sales is a division of Mid North Realty - Pella, Iowa - Licensed in the State of Iowa.

Wellmaintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath, 1.5story home situated on 4 acres with a practical mix of living space, updates, and functional outbuildings. This home features a classic oak kitchen with adjoining dining area, a comfortable living room, a cozy family room with wood stove, and a convenient mainfloor laundry. The layout provides practical living with multiple gathering areas. Recent improvements include metal roofs, newer windows, a remodeled bathroom, an updated water heater, and 2 newer metal garage buildings. All appliances are included. The acreage is enhanced by a collection of outbuildings suitable for storage, workshops, or hobbies, including a 16' x 18' shed, 18' x 24' metal building, 24' x 30' metal building with workshop area, 20' x 30' outbuilding, 18' x 30' rustic building with original wood interior, and a 20' x 30' barn. Each structure offers its own utility and character, creating a versatile property with numerous potential uses.

This beautiful home is located on 3.36 acres at the south edge of Chariton's city limits making it a unique in-town acreage. The home offers three bedrooms on the main floor including a master suite with a soaking tub and brand new shower. The kitchen features oak cabinets, tile floors, stainless appliances, and granite countertops. Main floor laundry offers half bath, and a 3/4 bath with tiled shower is located between bedrooms. Large living room with tray ceilings, formal dining room, and mudroom with walk-in pantry. Downstairs is the family room, another half bathroom, wet bar, sauna, and two studio non-conforming bedrooms. A deck on the south end of the home overlooks the beautiful backyard with playground area and lots of yard for playing, entertaining or gardening. Two car detached garage is insulated, heated, and offers lofted storage and workshop area. Shed and fencing around the south piece of land make this the perfect sized acreage for 4H projects, a few head of livestock, or simply a place to enjoy the peace and beauty of nature. Copyright 2026 NoCoast MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

A rare opportunity to own approximately 10.11 acres M/L located inside the Chariton city limits. This property offers a unique combination of privacy, open space, and convenience-providing a peaceful setting while being just minutes from Chariton's amenities. The acreage features a secluded feel with natural surroundings, making it an excellent location for a future building site. City water and sewer are available to the property, adding flexibility for future use. Currently zoned agricultural, the land is well-suited for pasture, hay ground, or continued open space. Properties of this size and location within the city limits are hard to find. Whether you're looking to build, invest, or enjoy additional space close to town, this tract offers multiple possibilities in a desirable Chariton location.

Highly Tillable Crop Farm in SW Lucas County. 93 Acres Total with 89 Acres Cropland (Average 42.7 CSR2). Located at End of Dead-End Road. Excellent Hunting, Several Newer Terraces Built, Small Pond. Very Good Income Producer! Partial Owner is Licensed Real Estate Agent in Iowa.

Nice buildable lot located at the corner of Ilion Avenue and North 12th Street in Chariton. Great location - walking distance to schools, parks, and the aquatic center. Sewer lines have been installed to lots, and building covenants are in place and available upon request. The paved walking trail at the north edge of property is maintained by the City of Chariton. Copyright 2026 NoCoast MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Hunter & fisherman’s paradise! (40 acre M/L) building site located on the Warren/Lucas county line. 15 minutes South of Indianola & 30 minutes from Des Moines lies this beautiful acreage! Enter the private drive & you will have the most amazing view of your very own stocked ponds w/very large bass! South facing secluded building site is cleared & ready to build your own private getaway cabin or dream home. Property has an established driveway, electricity & rural water to the building site & is already connected to the newer 60x40x16 steel pole building w/its own septic system. Tall enough & deep enough to fit a camper, also it could be converted into possible living quarters. Two electrical RV hookups near lake. Current owners have taken tremendous pride in the property, & it has a manicured yard & established trail system running through the property for horse trail rides w/friends or their ATV’s. Fantastic trophy deer hunting location w/large deer food plots & enclosed elevated deer stand already in place (included with property). Native grasses & cedar trees for excellent bedding cover for deer, turkeys & pheasants. The land has been recently cleared for hay production, or pasture area for horses/cattle. Imagine waking up & seeing the beautiful fog coming off the stocked ponds, walking down & sitting on the swing with a cup of coffee or to read a book. So peaceful, private & beautiful that you won't ever want to leave! Unlimited recreational opportunities and a Must See!