Jefferson County, Iowa Land For Sale (8 results)

Heres a chance to own a nicely sized wooded acreage with a home and outbuilding on a paved road. Its not every day you find a small tract with this kind of potential. Whether you're looking for a place to build, hunt, or settle down in a convenient part of southeast Iowa, this property offers several great paths forward. Located less than five miles south of Fairfield in Jefferson County, the 20-acre tract sits along Highway 1 in a highly accessible location. The land is a beautiful woodland with mature oak trees scattered throughouta classic southeast Iowa timber that feels peaceful and wild all at once. It lies well for a smaller hunting property, with solid habitat for deer, turkeys, and other wildlife. There are also multiple build sites tucked deeper into the woods that could make for an incredible secluded homestead. The existing home was built in 1954 and offers approximately 1,100 square feet on the main level and 700 square feet upstairs. It has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a functional layout with good bonesbut its ready for some updates. A detached two-car garage sits just behind the home, and there's a nice backyard space to enjoy. Two Field & Stream elevated box blinds come with the property, one located on a 0.3-acre hidden food plot on the north side, and another on the extensive trail that winds through the property along the southern edge back to the east line. This property will likely appeal to two types of buyers: someone looking for an affordable home on land whos willing to put in some work to make it their own, or someone who sees the potential to remove the existing home and build new, farther back in the timber. If you're interested in this listing, please contact the listing agent Ben Harshyne with Whitetail Properties Real Estate.

This farm checks the boxes for the serious whitetail buyer, offering a proven hunting setup, reliable income, excellent access, and a strong neighborhood known for quality deer management. Located near Birmingham, about 10 miles south of Fairfield in southern Jefferson County and just a mile from the Van Buren County line, it sits in the heart of renowned Southeast Iowa whitetail country.The layout is designed for low-pressure hunting and efficient access. Centralized cover creates a natural sanctuary while allowing movement around the property with minimal disturbance. Three established food plots provide flexibility for multiple wind directions. The northwest and southeast plots are tilled and ready for planting, while the northeast plot is in Whitetail Institute Alfa-Rack, a blend of alfalfa, chicory, and clover that provides year-round nutrition.Access is a standout feature. The farm includes owned access from the north on a 15-foot-wide lane along the western boundary, along with additional entry from the east through a permanent easement on a private rock lane. Two established trails loop the property, creating convenient routes for equipment, trail camera monitoring, and quiet movement during hunting season.This area is well known for producing mature bucks, with neighboring landowners practicing quality deer management and allowing younger deer to reach older age classes. The farm is naturally attractive to wildlife, with a woolly central ditch system bordered by crop fields that provide food and security throughout the year.Diverse habitat adds to the appeal. Tall native grasses create transition cover around the timber, while hardwoods, including oak, walnut, and hickory, combine with brush species like hedge and locust to form strong bedding. The amount of edge, subtle terrain changes, and secluded pockets creates the type of security mature whitetails seek.The southwest corner features a roughly 6-acre field with clover, chestnut trees, and regenerating native grasses. Limited access has allowed it to develop into a low-pressure bedding area. Another bedding pocket sits along the north end of the central ditch, giving deer multiple secure locations across the farm.The CRP contract generates approximately $3,300 annually through 2034, while about 15 acres of cash-rented cropland contribute additional income, bringing the total to over $6,700 annually. There is also potential to enroll more acres into CRP to further enhance habitat. With its layout, habitat diversity, income, and history of mature whitetails, this is a strong Southeast Iowa hunting farm that offers both enjoyment and long-term investment potential.Contact the listing broker and Whitetail Properties Land Specialist Ben Harshyne at 319-853-1162 for your private tour.

83.68 acres, m/l, located 3 miles southwest of Pleasant Plain, Iowa on the east side of Nipa Blvd. This versatile property has 15.26 FSA/Eff. crop acres and 49.14 CRP acres with a CSR2 of 62.50. There are 5.28 acres enrolled in a CP-21 contract that pays $1,496.00 annually and expires 09/30/2029. There are 33.86 acres enrolled in a CP- 5A, CP-21, CP-22, CP-27 & CP-28 contract that pays $9,728.00 annually and expires 09/30/2030. There are 10.00 acres enrolled in a CP-9 contract that pays $1,940.00 annually and expires 09/30/2030. This versatile property offers a combination of income and recreation, with a potential building site. The CRP contracts provide over $13,000 in annual income and incredible habitat for both waterfowl and whitetail deer.

80.00 acres, m/l, located approximately 5 miles north of Fairfield, Iowa will be offered as a single tract of land via a Virtual Online-Only Auction. This farm has 7.86 FSA/Eff. crop acres and 62.06 CRP Acres with a CSR2 of 60.60. The 62.06 CRP acres are enrolled in a CP-1 contract that pays $16,489.00 annually and expires on 9/30/27. This property offers strong income today from the CRP contract and future flexibility to re-enroll or convert back to tillable acres. The farm is located less than a mile from Hwy 1. AUCTION TO BE HELD Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Virtual Live Auction --ONLINE ONLY— ONLINE BIDDING: bid.hertz.ag REGISTERED BIDDERS will receive their Bid # and additional property information via e-mail within 48 hours prior to auction.

This is a beautiful, well-improved hunting property. Located near Fairfield, Iowa, and the wildlife-rich Jefferson County, Iowa. The property is extremely well-suited for serious hunters looking to grow, manage, and harvest mature whitetails and turkeys. A rare bonus is that the adjoining land owners on two sides do not allow hunting, and one other adjoining land owner is a serious wildlife manager. Finding that in a small parcel is impossible to find. The property features two kill plots a total of 1.5± acre in size. The established food plots have been planted to clover. This food source attracts deer that live on the property, as well as deer traveling from neighboring private timber. The habitat makeup is a mix of cedar thickets and hardwood timber with groves of white pines. A newly constructed 4-man banks blind is located in a secluded area along a food source travel corridor, making a perfect spot to ambush a cruising buck or strutting turkey on the property. 3 lock on stands are located on the property in well-thought-out and proven locations. This property truly is turn-key for the next owner. With the game-rich populations, established hunting setups, and proven deer quality, this farm is a must-see for anyone looking for a small parcel that hunts big. In the fall the property has deer signs everywhere, and in the spring, the turkeys are abundant. Located at the end of its own deeded lane, this farm offers low-pressure seclusion. Property is owned by a licensed real estate agent. To set up a private showing on this Jefferson County, Iowa property, contact Land Broker Matt Skinner or Land Agent Jim Davis.

When looking for a farm, it's hard to find one that checks every box. This one does just that from an income & recreational standpoint, great build site, and great location-only being a couple miles off a major HWY. 4 CRP contracts in place generating $25,796/year. There is also a TON of walnuts that could be harvested over time to generate more income. Farm has been rarely hunted in the last 28 years. It's not hard to see from an aerial view that this farm sets up amazing! From access with the CRP grass, perfect wind direction setup, good bedding, water sources, and big blocks of timber on the neighboring properties, all you need to do is add some food plots to have one of the best farms possible. No trail cams have been ran on the property, so checking cams will be like Christmas morning every card pull, or cell cam check. 2 large ponds-stocked with fish are also at the front of the property, with easy year round access. The pond to the west is 4 acres w/ a dock, and the one to the east is 1.2 acres, being the perfect setup to bring the family to make countless memories! Perfect build site on the ridge in between the 2 ponds that would give an unreal view. 2 additional small ponds that would be a great water source for wildlife, with a creek also running through the main timber. Trail system with bridges throughout the entire property, to allow easy access by ATV to every inch of the property. Whether you hunt whitetail, turkey, pheasant/quail, predators, or just love to fish, this property has it all while putting $ back in your pocket every year! CRP contracts:73.61 acres @ $225.41 until 9-30-27. 29.57 acres @ $209.13 until 9-30-2033. 8.54 acres @ $292.09 until 9-30-2034. 1.77 acres @ $297.32 until 9-30-2034. Contact me today for a private showing!

Very Nice Small Hunting/Combination Farm with Building Site Only 1/2 Mile From Highway 34 East of Fairfield. 24 Acres m/l Total with 16.6 Acres Tillable (7.9 Acres Currently in Row Crop Production with 50.6 Average CSR2), 8.7 Acres Hay/Pasture, 4.9 Acres Timber/Creek. Mature Trees Along Creek, Excellent Hunting, Separate Access Driveways on Each Side of the Creek. Would Make Great Building Site with Panoramic Views! Owner is Licensed Real Estate Agent in Iowa.

30 Acres m/l conveniently located between Fairfield and Batavia. 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.