{"id":790346,"date":"2026-03-17T22:06:03","date_gmt":"2026-03-18T03:06:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/homeslandcountrypropertyforsale.com\/recreational-properties\/real-estate-listings\/hawk-drive\/"},"modified":"2026-03-17T22:07:04","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T03:07:04","slug":"hawk-drive","status":"publish","type":"estate_property","link":"https:\/\/homeslandcountrypropertyforsale.com\/recreational-properties\/real-estate-listings\/hawk-drive\/","title":{"rendered":"Van Buren County Iowa Investment &#038; Tillable Farm"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!--StartFragment--><\/p>\n<p>This 81.49 \u00b1 acre Van Buren County, IA farm is located on the edge of Douds,<br \/>\nIA, and offers scenic frontage along the Des Moines River. In addition to its<br \/>\nagricultural and recreational appeal, this Village Township Tract presents an<br \/>\nexcellent opportunity for a potential homesite on the edge of Douds. The<br \/>\nproperty currently has 76.32 acres enrolled in the Conservation Reserve<br \/>\nProgram, generating an annual income of $18,620, with three separate contracts<br \/>\nset to expire on September 30, 2026.<\/p>\n<p>Approximately 93.65% of the farm consists of income-producing acres, making<br \/>\nit a high-quality investment and future row-crop opportunity. The farm carries<br \/>\nan impressive 79.8 CSR2 average, an exceptionally strong rating for Van Buren<br \/>\nCounty. Chequest, Colo, and Lawson are the three predominant soil types<br \/>\nproviding a solid foundation for crop production. The established native<br \/>\ngrasses provide outstanding habitat for deer, turkey, and upland birds, while<br \/>\ndirect access to the Des Moines River further enhances the recreational appeal<br \/>\nof the property.<\/p>\n<p>This farm presents multiple attractive use options, including re-enrollment<br \/>\ninto CRP programs, conversion to row-crop production upon contract expiration,<br \/>\nor development of a private residence. Having been owned by the same family for<br \/>\ndecades, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a productive, scenic, and<br \/>\nversatile farm with income, recreational benefits, and residential potential.<br \/>\nFor more information or to schedule a private showing contact Accredited Land<br \/>\nConsultant &#038; Iowa Land Specialist Luke Nissen at 712-304-4827 or email<br \/>\nluke@uciowa.com.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><strong><u><span style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\"Times New Roman\";\nmso-fareast-theme-font:major-fareast\">Key Features<\/span><\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\"Times New Roman\";mso-fareast-theme-font:\nmajor-fareast\">Income &#038; Investment Potential<\/span><\/strong><br \/>\nThe farm offers strong, dependable income with 76.32 acres currently enrolled<br \/>\nin CRP, producing $18,620 annually through September 30, 2026. With 93.65%<br \/>\nincome-producing acres, this property provides both immediate returns and<br \/>\nlong-term flexibility. Upon contract expiration, buyers may consider<br \/>\nre-enrolling in CRP or transitioning the farm to row-crop production.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"mso-fareast-font-family:\"Times New Roman\";mso-fareast-theme-font:\nmajor-fareast\">Highly Productive Soils<\/span><\/strong><br \/>\nThis farm features an impressive average CSR2 rating of 79.8, which is<br \/>\nexceptionally high for Van Buren County, Iowa. The quality soils position the<br \/>\nproperty as a desirable row-crop farm when CRP contracts expire. The strong<br \/>\nproductivity ratings enhance long-term land value and offer confidence for both<br \/>\noperators and investors. Farms with this level of soil quality are rarely<br \/>\navailable in this area.<\/p>\n<p><!--StartFragment--><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:\"Aptos\",sans-serif;\nmso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:\"Times New Roman\";\nmso-fareast-theme-font:major-fareast;mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin;\nmso-bidi-font-family:\"Times New Roman\";mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi;\nmso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-fareast-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA\">Recreational<br \/>\nAppeal &#038; River Access<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-size:12.0pt;\nline-height:115%;font-family:\"Aptos\",sans-serif;mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin;\nmso-fareast-font-family:Aptos;mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font:\nminor-latin;mso-bidi-font-family:\"Times New Roman\";mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi;\nmso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-fareast-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA\"><br \/>\nLocated along the scenic Des Moines River, the property offers excellent<br \/>\nrecreational opportunities in addition to its income potential. Established<br \/>\nnative grasses provide outstanding\u00a0<\/span><!--EndFragment--><\/p>\n<p><!--EndFragment--><\/p>\n<p><!--Features--><\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 1000px;\" >\n<p><strong>PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS:<\/strong><\/p>\n<table class=\"prop_table\" style=\"width:1000px;,border:0px #fff;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><i class=\"fa fa-check\"> <\/i>Iowa Land For Sale<\/td>\n<td><i class=\"fa fa-check\"> <\/i>Douds, IA Farm For Sale<\/td>\n<td><i class=\"fa fa-check\"> <\/i>Van Buren County Rec Farm<\/td>\n<td><i class=\"fa fa-check\"> <\/i>Hunting<\/td>\n<td><i class=\"fa fa-check\"> <\/i>Recreational Property<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><i class=\"fa fa-check\"> <\/i>Van Buren County, IA Farm<\/td>\n<td><i class=\"fa fa-check\"> <\/i>Southern Iowa Tillable Land<\/td>\n<td><i class=\"fa fa-check\"> <\/i>Iowa ROI Farm For Sale<\/td>\n<td><i class=\"fa fa-check\"> <\/i>Investment &#038; Income<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><i class=\"fa fa-check\"> <\/i>70 + CSR2 Farmland<\/td>\n<td><i class=\"fa fa-check\"> <\/i>Iowa CRP Farm For Sale<\/td>\n<td><i class=\"fa fa-check\"> <\/i>Farms for Sale<\/td>\n<td><i class=\"fa fa-check\"> <\/i>Land for Sale<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This 81.49 \u00b1 acre Van Buren County, IA farm is located on the edge of Douds, IA, and offers scenic frontage along the Des Moines River. In addition to its agricultural and recreational appeal, this Village Township Tract presents an excellent opportunity for a potential homesite on the edge of Douds. 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