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    30 Acres M/L 1399 Hogback Rd, Earlham, IA 50072

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    $475,000

    LAND - Earlham, IA

    Lot size:
    30.00 Acres
    Added:
    Aug 23, 2024
    Days on Market:
    653
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 6 at 8:06 am

    Property Features for 30 Acres M/L 1399 Hogback Rd

    General Information

    Property type
    Land
    Property subtype
    Other
    Zoning
    AG
    Standard status
    Pending
    APN
    Too Long-See Exhibit A
    Lot size
    30.00 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Description
    Too Long- Look to Exhibit A
    Tax Annual Amount
    3216

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    James Von Gillern
    James Von Gillern

    Listing agent James Von Gillern

    Listing office RE/MAX Concepts 7101 Vista Drive, IA

    Listing date Aug 23, 2024

    MLS# 701535 Listing URL

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    HighLights

    • 30 acres m/l of top‑shelf recreation land with CRP, timber, and trails.
    • Located just outside the metro area, only 25 minutes to West Des Moines amenities.
    • Potential build site with close proximity to electric and access easement from Hogback Bridge Road.
    • Marketable black walnut and oak timber.
    • Diverse wildlife population including whitetail deer, pheasants, quail, and turkeys.
    • Trails suitable for hiking, ATVs, or horses.

    Overview

    This 30-acre parcel, located in northern Madison County just west of US-169, offers a diverse landscape suitable for recreation and potential building. Part of a larger farm, the seller is open to subdivision possibilities. Situated just outside the metro area, it's approximately 25 minutes from the amenities of West Des Moines. The property features a combination of CRP land, timber, and trails. An access easement from Hogback Bridge Road leads across the neighboring property to a potential build site with proximity to existing electric lines. The timber west of the potential build site includes marketable black walnut and oak trees. Trails throughout the timber make it ideal for hiking, ATV riding, or horseback riding. The property supports a diverse wildlife population, including whitetail deer, pheasants, quail, and turkeys.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Agricultural land / Farmland

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    City
    Earlham
    County
    Madison
    State
    Iowa
    Longitude
    -94.1464
    Latitude
    41.4312

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Agricultural land / Farmland - 30 acres of recreational land with timber and wildlife.
    Where is this agricultural land / farmland located?
    The property is located at 30 Acres M/L 1399 Hogback Rd Earlham, IA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $475,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: 30 acres m/l of top‑shelf recreation land with CRP, timber, and trails.; Located just outside the metro area, only 25 minutes to West Des Moines amenities.; Potential build site with close proximity to electric and access easement from Hogback Bridge Road.
    (515) 321-2595
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    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

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    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
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