Iconic Loess Hills Hunting & CRP Farm With Charming 1900's Farmhouse And Buildings
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Summary
Property
- Type
- Farms, Recreational Land, Hunting Land
- Road Frontage
- County Road
- Road Surface
- Gravel
- Fencing
- Low
- Outbuildings
- Metal, Garage
Land Details
- Pasture
- Timber
- Tillable
- Enrolled in Government Program
Approximate Distances
| 2 mi | to Castana |
| 13 mi | to Onawa |
| 33 mi | to Denison |
| 53 mi | to Sioux City |
| 76 mi | to Omaha, NE |
Utilities
| Electric: | Onsite |
| Water: | Onsite |
| Sewer: | Onsite |
| Internet: | Nearby |
Housing
Home
3BD / 1BA / 0HB 931± sqft Built in 1905
Features/Improvements
- Small Game
- Big Game
- Upland Game
- Predators
- Internal Road System
- Seller's Mineral Rights Convey
Description
There are places where the land speaks for itself—quietly, but with conviction. This 120-acre farm just outside Castana, Iowa, in the heart of the Loess Hills, is one of those places. With its sweeping views, rugged topography, and timeless character, it feels less like a piece of real estate and more like a chapter waiting to be written.
Anchoring the property is an early 1900s farmhouse, situated with purpose near the edge of a ridge. The structure has seen decades of Iowa sunsets and hard-earned seasons, and it stands ready for its next caretaker. Whether you restore it into a full-time home, a rustic hunting cabin, or simply a weekend retreat, its bones are solid and its story still unfinished.
This is not just a farm—it’s a dynamic blend of habitat, history, and opportunity. Thirty-five acres are enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program, providing a steady income stream and a rolling landscape of native grasses that sway like prairie waves. These fields aren’t just scenic—they’re vital cover for upland birds and a sanctuary for deer moving through the warm-season grasses.
The remaining 85 acres are classic Loess Hills timber—dense oak and black walnut rising from steep slopes and shaded hollows. This is where you find mature whitetails slipping through the morning fog and longbeards strutting along the ridgelines. The terrain is varied and complex, offering strategic setups for treestands and blinds, and it's easy to see why this area has a reputation for producing some of Iowa’s best deer and turkey hunting.
Trails wind through the hills, carved gently over time and offering access by foot or ATV. From a wildlife management standpoint, the property is a dream—diverse cover, reliable food sources nearby, and topography that holds and funnels game. Whether you're a seasoned hunter or simply someone who craves space to roam and breathe, this land delivers.
The location is just minutes from the quiet farm town of Castana, but it feels worlds away. Out here, the stars still shine bright, and the silence is broken only by a distant gobble or the rustle of leaves in the wind. For those who value land not just as an investment, but as a legacy, this is that rare chance.
Details
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Early 1900's farmhouse would make for an excellent hunting camp or weekend getaway
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Current CRP contract is expiring 9/30/25 so those acres could be re-enrolled or put back into production in 2026
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35.43 acres in CRP could be re-enrolled at $247/acre or $11,505.00 annually
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+80 acres of classic Loess Hills timber, cedar thickets and native grasses
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Timber consists mainly of white oak, burr oak, black walnut and cottonwood
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There is a high density of black walnut that will need to be harvested within the next 5-10 years
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This farm is located in a great area for whitetail genetics and connects to nearly 1000 acres of unbroken habitat
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The turkey hunting on this farm would be some of the best Western Iowa has to offer
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Multiple areas within the timber could be developed into staging or small kill food plots
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Located in Non-Resident Deer Hunting Zone 3 - Best draw odds in the state!
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Rare opportunity to own a piece of the Loess Hills
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School District: West Monona Community Schools
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Located in Section 30 of Kennebec Township (30-84-43)
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Annual Property Taxes: $2,754.00
Other
Coordinates
42.0575, -95.8929
Annual Taxes
$2,754
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