Description

Located in the heart of Marion County, this exceptional 169-acre farm offers a rare blend of premier wildlife habitat, conservation integrity, and build-site potential with paved access along Highway S45.

Enrolled in the Emergency Watershed Protection Program (EWP), the property has been thoughtfully restored and managed to enhance natural habitat and long-term land stewardship. The easement allows for up to 7.1 acres of designated food plots, creating the ideal balance between conservation and strategic wildlife management.

A major highlight of the farm is White Breast Creek, which winds through the property, providing a year-round water source and creating natural travel corridors for wildlife. In addition, established wetlands enhance the habitat diversity and offer excellent waterfowl hunting opportunities, attracting ducks and other migratory birds throughout the season.

This farm is a proven haven for trophy whitetail deer, wild turkey, waterfowl, and a variety of small game. The diverse habitat structure — including timber, creek bottom, wetlands, cover, and food plot areas — creates outstanding bedding, travel corridors, and feeding opportunities that consistently attract and hold mature wildlife. Whether you’re an avid hunter or wildlife enthusiast, this property delivers the seclusion and habitat quality serious sportsmen seek.

A unique and valuable feature of this offering is the 2.5-acre parcel strategically excluded from the EWP program, allowing for a potential build site directly along Highway S45. With paved road frontage and easy access, this location provides an ideal setting for a country home, hunting cabin, or weekend retreat — combining convenience with privacy and sweeping rural views.

If you’ve been searching for a turnkey recreational farm with strong conservation value, exceptional multi-species hunting potential, and the rare opportunity to build, this Marion County property checks every box.

If you have additional questions about this Marion County listing, contact KILOTERRA listing agents Colin Ortmeier at 515-298-5029 & Schafer Orwig at 515-474-7764

Property Features:

1 Acres of strategically placed food plots
Hunting Blinds – negotiable
5 acre build site off Highway S45 w/utilities
Great Deer, Turkey, Waterfowl hunting
42 minutes to West Des Moines, 20 minutes to Knoxville
Estimated Taxes: $2,476
Parcel: 0357000500, 0357000500, 0357100500, 0357200000, 0357500000, 0357400000, 0357300000
Address: TBD Highway S45 Melcher Dallas, Iowa 50062

Directions: From Melcher Dallas, head North on Highway S45 for approximately 2.5 miles. Property will be on the west and east side of the road – see signs.