{"id":611417,"date":"2026-03-16T15:42:07","date_gmt":"2026-03-16T20:42:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/homeslandcountrypropertyforsale.com\/hunting-properties\/real-estate-listings\/hwy-j5t\/"},"modified":"2026-03-16T15:43:57","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T20:43:57","slug":"hwy-j5t","status":"publish","type":"estate_property","link":"https:\/\/homeslandcountrypropertyforsale.com\/hunting-properties\/real-estate-listings\/hwy-j5t\/","title":{"rendered":"Appanoose County Recreational Land Near Rathbun Lake"},"content":{"rendered":"

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46.56 +\/- Acre Recreational Property Near Rathbun Lake \u2013
\nAppanoose County, Iowa<\/strong><\/p>\n

Located in the heart of Southern Iowa\u2019s premier outdoor recreation area,
\nthis 46.56 +\/- acre property in Appanoose County offers an exceptional mix of
\nhunting, income, and development potential. Just southwest of the Rathbun Lake
\nDam, this tract provides quality whitetail deer and turkey hunting, along with
\nquick access to boating, fishing, and hiking around Rathbun Lake. Whether
\nyou\u2019re looking for a weekend retreat or a long-term investment, the
\npossibilities here are wide open.<\/p>\n

Positioned conveniently off a hard surface road, this property offers
\nexcellent access and the potential to build a home, develop a campground, or
\nconstruct a boat storage facility to serve the growing needs of Rathbun Lake
\nvisitors. Situated halfway between Albia and Centerville, giving you easy
\naccess to major shopping, dining, and essential services. Additionally, the
\nproperty is just 1.5 hours from Des Moines, making it an easy drive for a
\nweekend getaway or future residence.<\/p>\n

The land currently generates income from both a row crop lease and a hunting
\nlease, providing a return on your investment while you enjoy all the area has
\nto offer. Parcels of this size and location near Rathbun Lake are increasingly
\nhard to find with development on the rise. For more information or to schedule
\na private showing contact Luke Nissen, ALC \u2013 Iowa Land Specialist at
\n712-304-4827 or email luke@uciowa.com.<\/p>\n

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PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n
<\/i>Iowa Land For Sale<\/td>\n <\/i>Rathbun Lake Iowa<\/td>\n <\/i>Farms for Sale<\/td>\n <\/i>Land for Sale<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/i>Appanoose County, Iowa<\/td>\n <\/i>Building Location Near Lake<\/td>\n <\/i>Hunting<\/td>\n <\/i>Recreational Property<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/i>Southern Iowa Hunting Land<\/td>\n <\/i>Excellent Building Location<\/td>\n <\/i>Investment & Income<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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