88 acre Lucas County, IA Farm - Ideal for Recreation or Build Site

Nestled just 5 minutes from Chariton and only a quarter mile off gravel, this 88 acre farm in Lucas County, Iowa offers the perfect mix of seclusion, potential, and convenience. Whether you're a serious whitetail hunter, someone dreaming of a rural homesite, or both this property checks the boxes. Upon pulling up you are welcomed by the 8 acre building site. The land is a diverse blend of pasture, timber, and water, making it a highly attractive tract for both cattle grazing and wildlife development. The open areas currently serve as pastureland but could be easily transformed into prime deer habitat with native grass plantings, food plots, or strategically placed bedding cover. Its a farm with good bones and a blank canvas for a buyer with vision. A wooded draw with several fingers cuts through the center of the farm, creating a natural funnel for wildlife movement an ideal setup for hunting mature Iowa whitetails. The farm has been lightly hunted in recent years and not at all last fall, giving local deer a chance to age and move with little pressure. Its surrounded by neighboring farms that feature high-quality habitat, further increasing the likelihood of consistent wildlife traffic across this property. Tree species include a mix of cedar, hedge, and scattered hardwoods, providing both cover and diversity. A creek winds through the middle of the farm, offering an additional natural feature that enhances the landscape. Theres also one existing pond and multiple locations well-suited for building another, depending on your goals. In terms of accessibility, the farm offers multiple entry points, including a permanent easement across the western neighbor, giving you flexibility when it comes to stand access, livestock movement, or future development. With rolling topography and scenic views, there is one excellent building site perfect for a dream home, hunting cabin, or weekend getaway. Some improvement work has already been done, but the property still feels like a blank slate ready for someone to mold it into a high-level hunting farm, an income-producing pasture, or a private retreat. Located just 5 minutes from Chariton and only a quarter mile off gravel, this 88 acre property in Lucas County offers an ideal blend of seclusion, accessibility, and potential. Whether you're a hunter, investor, or someone dreaming of a quiet rural build site, this farm is a blank canvas with strong upside. Upon pulling up you are welcomed by the 8 acre building site. Currently used for cattle grazing, the open ground could be easily enhanced for wildlife by planting native grasses, and establishing food plots. The farm features a wooded draw with several fingers cutting through the centercreating a natural funnel that sets up perfectly for bow or gun hunting. The surrounding area includes great habitat on neighboring properties, adding to the overall appeal for serious hunters. The property has been lightly hunted in recent years and not at all last fall, giving game plenty of space and time to grow. The mix of cedar, hedge, and hardwood trees provides natural cover and character. A small creek flows through the middle, and there is one existing pond already in place, with multiple ideal spots to add another if desired. Access is excellent with multiple entry points, including a permanent easement from the west and a driveway along the north west corner. Some groundwork has already been started, but the property remains largely a blank slateready for someone to shape it into a high-level hunting farm, a productive pasture, or a private getaway just minutes from town.