Build Site And Small Hunting Property With Public Land Access

This 6-acre property in northeast Appanoose County offers the perfect blend of build potential, recreational opportunity, and investment value. Located just 4 miles east of Unionville, 24 miles southeast of Albia, and roughly 90 miles from Des Moines, it's easily accessible and just over 1 mile to 2 different hard-surfaced roads.If you're looking to build, there's a prime one-acre spot near the eastern edge of the property that would make an ideal homesite or cabin location, complete with shade trees and a peaceful rural setting. Utilities are already in place nearby, with electricity, rural water, and fiber optic internet all accessiblea rare find for a smaller, rural property like this.For the avid hunter or outdoor enthusiast, this property is an absolute gem. It directly adjoins 170+ acres of state forest land to the north, with an additional 500 acres within a mile and nearly 4,000 acres of public hunting within five miles. This is a great opportunity to buy just a few acres in a proven neighborhood and still hunt thousands close by.This area is well-known for producing mature whitetails, and with so many large tracts of public land nearby and relatively few people living in the area, smaller properties like this often fly under the radar, making it an exceptional opportunity.The rolling timber is predominantly white oak, with other oak varieties, hickory, and walnut scattered throughout. A well-maintained trail loops through the property, winding from the ridgetops on the east down to the creek bottom on the west, providing excellent access whether you're retrieving game, quietly walking to a stand, reaching neighboring public land, or simply enjoying an ATV ride.There are also a few open ridge tops that, with a little canopy thinning, could be transformed into ideal micro food plots. In a heavily timbered area like this, even small, well-placed plots can serve as powerful attractants, helping to funnel deer right past your stand during hunting season.This property is subject to a survey to be completed following the execution of a purchase agreement. The seller is willing to consider reasonable adjustments to the property boundaries to accommodate the needs of both parties.Whether you're dreaming of a quiet weekend retreat, a dedicated hunting basecamp, or a scenic spot to build your home, this property checks all the boxes.If this property sounds like something that might interest you, please give me a call. I'd be happy to show it to you.Hersh Smith | Southeast Iowa Land Team | Whitetail Properties Real Estate