Lee County, Iowa Land For Sale (10 results)

Properties that successfully combine a high-quality rural home, scenic water features, mature timber, privacy, and excellent recreational potential are incredibly difficult to find in southeast Iowa. Located at 2203 Highway 2, just four miles east of Donnellson, Iowa, this exceptional 47-acre estate in Lee County offers one of the most naturally beautiful country home settings available on todays market. From the moment you enter the winding driveway, it becomes immediately clear that this property is something special. Mature trees line the entrance and gradually open to reveal a stunning custom brick ranch positioned above a picturesque pond with panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The combination of rolling timber, open grassland, hardwoods, and water creates a setting that feels peaceful, secluded, and fully immersed in nature while still offering convenient paved road access along Highway 2. The home itself offers more than 4,000 square feet of finished living space between the main level and the finished lower level. Designed to take full advantage of the surrounding scenery, large windows throughout the home overlook the pond, timber, and rolling terrain, allowing natural light and incredible views to become part of everyday living. The floor plan provides an ideal balance of open gathering areas, comfortable private spaces, and functional layout design for both entertaining and daily life. The residence includes four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a heated three-bay garage, and a spacious finished lower level that works exceptionally well for entertaining guests, hosting family gatherings, or simply relaxing while enjoying the quiet country setting. Every aspect of the property reflects long-term ownership pride and meticulous care. What truly separates this property from many rural offerings is the extensive level of maintenance and improvement completed over the years. Since 2012, the owners have invested significant time, care, and resources into both the home and the land. These updates were not cosmetic shortcuts, but rather thoughtful long-term improvements intended to preserve and enhance the property for years to come. The result is a clean, well-maintained estate that offers confidence and peace of mind to future ownership. The land surrounding the home is equally impressive and highly diverse. Multiple ponds, mature timber, rolling terrain, open pockets of grassland, edge habitat, and secluded travel corridors create exceptional wildlife habitat while maintaining the beauty and functionality of a highly improved rural homesite. Deer, turkey, waterfowl, and numerous other wildlife species are frequently seen throughout the property during every season of the year. Mature bucks, fawns, nesting geese, and strutting toms all contribute to the strong outdoor and recreational appeal this farm provides. For hunting and outdoor enthusiasts, the property offers excellent potential right outside the back door. The layout naturally supports food plot locations, trail systems, stand access, and strategic hunting setups. A creek corridor combined with bedding cover and water sources creates the type of habitat that consistently attracts and holds wildlife. The diversity of terrain and cover provides both beauty and functionality, making this property equally enjoyable for recreation, photography, hiking, ATV riding, or simply appreciating the outdoors. Beyond hunting and recreation, the farm also presents opportunities for hobby farming, gardening, livestock projects, or creating additional outdoor living areas around the ponds and open grassland. The setting offers a rare combination of polished improvements and natural beauty that is increasingly difficult to replicate in southern Iowa. Conveniently positioned halfway between Highway 218 and Fort Madison, this Lee County property offers easy access while still maintaining complete privacy and a true rural atmosphere. Whether you are looking for a full-time country residence, a recreational retreat, or a legacy property to enjoy with family and friends for years to come, this estate delivers a unique combination of comfort, scenery, wildlife habitat, and long-term value. Properties with this level of care, setting, and recreational diversity rarely become available in southeast Iowa. The moment you step onto the property and look across the ponds toward the home nestled into the rolling landscape, it becomes clear this is a place designed to be enjoyed for generations. Contact listing Broker Ben Harshyne with Whitetail Properties Real Estate for more information or to schedule a private showing of this exceptional Lee County, Iowa, rural estate.

Located just outside of Keokuk in a rugged part of Lee County, this timber offers extensive trail riding and can be a naturally strong hunting property. It sits just off a paved road in the far southeast corner of Iowa, allowing quick access to western Illinois and northeast Missouri. Rolling terrain, combined with hardwood timber, thick brush, and natural cover, creates the kind of place where deer can live and move without pressure. Theres a strong population of whitetails and turkeys, and the property has the elements of cover, terrain, food plot potential, and live water to fundamentally be a great hunting property.A creek drainage runs through the center, providing a year-round water source and a natural travel corridor that ties the property together. Two hidden fields are positioned well for food plots, tucked into areas that allow you to hunt without impacting the rest of the property. Its a setup that supports multiple winds and keeps the farm huntable deep into the season.There are over five miles of established ATV trails, allowing you to navigate the entire tract, access stand locations, or retrieve deer efficiently. Whether youre riding, managing habitat, or hunting, the trail system adds a huge benefit to using the entire property.Also included is a 50x88 steel building with horse stalls. Its usable as it sits, with a footprint that can be converted into a shop or machine shed with potential living quarters. Access comes off a hard surface road on Carbide Lane, with a permanent easement from the south via the current owners driveway and also an easement from the north.This property ties directly back to the old DuPont blasting powder operation, giving it a layer of history you dont come across very often. Remnants from what was once one of the largest black powder facilities in the world still exist throughout the area, adding character to an already strong recreational tract.This is a well-rounded recreational farm with history, strong habitat, and a layout that gives you the ability to use it year-round. Contact land broker Ben Harshyne with The Southeast Iowa Land Team for Whitetail Properties Real Estate for more information or to schedule a showing.

Peoples Company is pleased to present a truly unique recreational and investment opportunity on 12.45 acres m/l in Lee County, Iowa. Offered by Ten Acre Hunting Club, LLC, this property proves that exceptional hunting and income-producing potential do not require hundreds of acres. These diverse acres have consistently produced memorable hunts and attract mature whitetail deer year after year. Trail camera photos tell the story: this overlooked pocket of habitat serves as a natural funnel during the rut, creating frequent deer movement and outstanding opportunities in a highly manageable setting. At the heart of the property sits a well-maintained cabin that serves as the perfect hunting basecamp or weekend retreat. Whether you're planning your next hunt, escaping a passing rain shower, or positioning yourself for a pre-dawn walk to the stand, the cabin offers comfort and convenience in a peaceful setting. The 240-square-foot cabin features a private bedroom, three-quarter bathroom, kitchen and living area, heating and cooling, internet service, television, refrigerator, stove, and all the essentials needed for an enjoyable stay. Outside, enjoy a spacious deck and firepit area, ideal for relaxing after a day outdoors. Beyond recreation, the property presents several compelling investment opportunities. Located directly on the southern edge of Fort Madison and adjacent to the Fort Madison Industrial Park, the property benefits from excellent access and strategic positioning. The tract borders U. S. Highway 61 and the BNSF Railway, providing outstanding visibility and accessibility for potential future commercial or development uses. With relatively level topography and a scenic setting, the property could also lend itself to campground development or other entrepreneurial ventures. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the property's remarkable abundance of morel mushrooms. Each spring, the owners have harvested hundreds of morels throughout the timbered areas, creating an additional seasonal attraction that local mushroom hunters dream about. The cabin has also generated consistent rental income, producing approximately $850 to $1,000 per month through short-term rentals and word-of-mouth referrals. Demand has remained strong, particularly among traveling professionals working in nearby healthcare facilities, railroad operations, and other local industries. Occupancy has only been limited when the owners chose to reserve the cabin for personal use, demonstrating the area's continued demand for furnished lodging. The location further enhances the property's appeal. Situated just minutes from Fort Madison's shopping, dining, and employment opportunities, the property also offers convenient access to the Mississippi River, with boat access located less than one-eighth mile away. Nearby attractions include Montrose, historic Nauvoo, Illinois, and some of Southeast Iowa's premier outdoor destinations, including North Heron Bend, Sugar Creek Bottoms, and Shimek State Forest, encompassing over 7,000 acres of public recreation. Whether you're searching for a productive hunting property, a weekend getaway, a short-term rental investment, or a tract with future development potential, this versatile Lee County property offers a rare combination of recreation, income, and location that is difficult to replicate.

Proudly to present, this gorgeous 6.82 acre property, with a one owner custom built home, that has been loved and well taken care of, with the forever home, always kept in mind. You will be able to tell when you see how well they have treated it, and is always the highlight of my drive through Franklin! The custom all brick, berm home, makes it easy to heat and cool in extreme temperatures, and is also all on one level, no stairs? You walk in from the 2 car attached garage, into the mudroom/ laundry area, and half bath, great for those times. The main living area is great for gatherings, with beautiful natural hickory cabinets, a center island with additional seating, and vaulted ceilings into the living room. The primary suite has a 3/4 bath, and French doors leading to the outside. There is also a 14' tall, 40 x 60 outbuilding, with over half concrete flooring, and the rest is rock. It features 2 stalls, for horses, donkeys, mules, or whatever you want to put in them, water, great lighting, and an automatic 12x12 overhead door opener! There is additionally a 12’ x 48’ lean-to for storing campers, horse trailers, or any other trailer. Saving the best for last, the 2.5 acre pond that is not only beautiful to look at, its 36’ deep at the dam, and stocked with some big fish, including Walleye, Catfish, Bass, Bluegill, & Crappie. This pond will make memories, and offer lots of adventures for all the ages! This property has been well loved, and is ready for someone to call "home"

Very Rare Opportunity to Own A Good Laying Crop Farm with Beautiful Scenic Views of the Mississippi River Valley High On the Bluff with Timber and CRP! This Farm Lays Right on Highway 61 Between Ft. Madison and Burlington in Lee County! 73 Acres m/l Total with 57 Tillable Acres Averaging 67.4 CSR2. Currently in 7 Acres Cropland and 50 Acres CRP, 16 Acres Timber. Excellent Hunting with Bluff Timber and Secluded CRP Fields with Food Plot Opportunities. Several Awesome Building Sites with Utilities Available at the Road. CRP Income is Over $12,800/Year, Over $15,000 Total Income with Row Crop.

Town: Ft. Madison County: Lee State: IA Taxes: $ 1,724 Terms: Cash, Payable at Closing Possession: Upon Closing CRP Acres: 19.07 CRP Description: 19.07 acres enrolled in 2 contracts totaling $3,725/yr with 14.5 acres expiring 9/2028 and with 4.6 acres expiring 9/2030 (Lee Co. FSA) FSA Description: No Data (Lee County FSA) CSR Description: CSR2 – 36.3 (Surety Mapping) Agent Comments: Preferred Properties of Iowa, Inc., is proud to present the Hoenig Farm; a scenic and wooded paradise located just outside of Fort Madison, Iowa. This beautiful property offers excellent areas of mature timber as well as nice clearing areas which are enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program. The beautiful views and rolling topography offer a secluded spot very near to the amenities of town with excellent views of the Mississippi River. There are some wonderful areas to build a home or cabin getaway. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to own such a secluded, yet accessible property with such gorgeous views and surroundings. Let us show you what this property has to offer! Contact Listing Agent Tom Miller to schedule your private showing today!

Nestled in the highly sought-after Ginger Ridge Subdivision, this beautiful 0.83-acre lot (m/l) offers the rare opportunity to build the custom home you've always imagined. With ample space for a spacious residence, outdoor entertaining areas, and the backyard you've been dreaming about, this lot provides the perfect canvas to bring your vision to life. Enjoy the peace and privacy of a country setting while remaining conveniently close to everything you need. Call TODAY for more information or to schedule a tour!

Tucked away on 2.44 acres in town, this spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath brick ranch offers the perfect blend of privacy and convenience. Surrounded by open space yet located near city limits, you ll love the peaceful setting with room to spread out. The main floor features a comfortable living room with a cozy fireplace, perfect for relaxing evenings, and an eat-in kitchen with plenty of space for everyday meals and gatherings. Two bedrooms and a full bathroom are located on the main level, along with the convenience of main-floor laundry. Downstairs, the finished basement offers two additional bedrooms with egress windows, a second bathroom, and a large utility/storage area, giving you plenty of flexibility for guests, hobbies, or extra living space. Outside, you ll find a 24x28 detached 2-car garage, providing excellent space for vehicles, storage, or a workshop. With its solid brick construction, spacious layout, and rare acreage, this property provides the best of both worlds privacy, space, and the convenience of being close to everything. Come see the possibilities this unique property has to offer! Call your favorite Realtor today!

Discover unmatched quality and space in this stunning 4932 sq ft home, expertly crafted with solid concrete exterior walls by its original owner a professional in the concrete business. Set on 5.82 acres across six parcels, this property offers room to breathe and grow. The main level features rich hardwood floors, a chef s kitchen with a high-end Wolf stove, spacious family room with fireplace, formal dining room, breakfast nook, living room, music room, and a stylish half bath. Upstairs, find four oversized bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with walk-in closet and spa-like bath, plus an additional full and half bath, and a convenient laundry room. The finished basement boasts 8' ceilings, two large non-conforming bedrooms, a full bath, shop space, and generous storage. With three fireplaces, three full and two half baths, and a 3-car garage with EV charging, this home blends elegance and functionality. A rare opportunity with acreage, craftsmanship, and comfort all in one.

Two parcels 11.41 acres and 4.57 acres offering a combined 15.98 acres of opportunity. Whether you're planning to build a dream home, develop a small residential project, or construct an office or commercial space, this land provides the flexibility you need. Both parcels have access to essential utilities, including water, sewer, and electricity, available at the road for easy connection. With plenty of space, road access, and a versatile location, these lots are ready for your vision. Call your favorite Realtor today!