$392,000
$14,000 per acre: total asking price divided by the reported 28 acres. Not an appraisal or a bare-land value.
Tbd 160th AveFonda, IA 50540
Cropland · MLS 11659344 · Listed 257 days ago (Feb 19, 2026)
Crops and cropland · Farm and ranch details
For sale: Listed for sale and available according to the MyStateMLS feed.
About this property
Located in Pocahontas County, Iowa, near Fonda and Varina, this exceptional 28± acre tract offers 27.46± highly productive tillable acres with an outstanding CSR2 rating of 87. The strong soil quality and impressive tillable percentage create an efficient, income-generating farm that is well suited for both expansion-minded local operators and investors seeking reliable agricultural assets. Farms of this size and quality are increasingly difficult to find, making this parcel especially attractive for buyers looking to add premium acres to their portfolio. The property's productivity and manageable size allow for straightforward farming practices and efficient field operations. With nearly all acres in production, this tract maximizes return potential while maintaining excellent long-term soil performance. The high CSR2 rating reflects the land's ability to consistently support strong yields, contributing to dependable income opportunities year after year. This farm offers outstanding flexibility for both owner-operators and absentee landowners. The tract can be seamlessly integrated into an existing operation or leased to a local producer, providing steady annual income while preserving long-term appreciation potential. Its location just one-half mile south of paved County Road C49 with lane access to 160th Avenue allows for convenient access for equipment, grain hauling, and overall farm management. Small, high-quality tracts in this region rarely become available, especially those combining strong productivity, accessibility, and investment stability. This Pocahontas County farm represents a rare opportunity to secure a premium piece of Iowa farmland that delivers both immediate income potential and lasting agricultural value.
Description provided by the listing brokerage.
Farm and ranch details
Listing-reported, not independently certified. These details come from the listing's own fields and description. Farms and Ranches has not inspected the property, measured acres, tested soil or water, or reviewed permits. Confirm everything with Joel McCartan of Ironhorse Land Company and the right professionals.
| Listed here as | CroplandAgricultural land: Land the listing describes as farmed, grazed or cut for hay, with no home reported. Usable acres, water and access still need checking. |
|---|---|
| Why it qualifies | Agricultural use reported in the listing · How listings qualify |
| Reported use | Crops and cropland |
| Total acreage | 28 acres (as reported) |
| Reported land breakdown | Not stated. Total acreage is not tillable or usable acreage; ask the agent and check the soil survey. |
| Home included | No home reported |
Reported buildings, water and land features
- Tillable or cropland (listing description)Tillable or cropland acres as written by the listing agent. They are not a survey or a soil assessment.
Not reported here and never inferred: yields, income, stocking rates or carrying capacity, water rights, transferable permits, organic certification, equipment or livestock included in the sale, and whether a building can be used or a site built on. Report a wrong classification.
Facts
- List price
- $392,000
- Original list price
- $414,400
- Status
- For sale
- Property type
- Land and lots
- Lot size
- 28 acres
- County
- Pocahontas County
- MLS number
- 11659344
Facts are reported by the listing brokerage. Items not listed were not provided; that does not mean the property lacks them.
Location
The pin is the listing's reported coordinates and may be approximate. It is not a parcel boundary, and no soil, flood, wetland or access conclusion should be drawn from it. See more listings in Fonda.
Price and status history
- Original list price reported by the brokerage: $414,400
Changes observed by Farms and Ranches in MyStateMLS data since Oct 30, 2026. This is not a public-record sales history; MyStateMLS does not publish sold prices.
Buyer checklist
Questions worth investigating for any farm or ranch purchase. They are not claims that this property has a problem or meets any condition.
- Legal accessIs there deeded or recorded access to a public road, and are there easements across the land (or that the land relies on)?
- Water rights and wellsA well, pond, creek or irrigation system does not by itself establish a legal right to use the water. Ask for the water right, permit or registration documents and test the well.
- Leases and tenanciesAre there farm, grazing, hunting, CRP, oil and gas or wind leases? Some survive a sale or require notice before they end.
- Soil and usable landHow many acres can actually be cropped or grazed? Check the NRCS soil survey and get a current lab soil test for the use you plan.
- RestrictionsZoning, conservation easements, deed restrictions, HOA rules, floodplain and wetland rules can limit what you can do.
- Building conditionBarns, fences, wells and septic systems need inspection; a listed building may not suit a commercial or livestock use.
- UtilitiesPower, water, septic capacity, internet and road maintenance: who provides them and at what cost.
- What is included in the saleEquipment, growing crops, stored hay, livestock, irrigation equipment, permits and farm program contracts are often separate. Get it in writing.
Explore this area's farming resources
Regional guidance for Pocahontas County, IA. It describes the area, not this property: it does not say this land suits any crop or use.
- Regional overview and local referrals for Pocahontas County
- Iowa State University Extension and Outreach (county offices and local specialists)
- Soil testing options for Iowa
- NRCS Web Soil Survey (mapped soils; a map is not a soil test)
- All farm resources for Iowa
Guides and next steps
Listing courtesy of Ironhorse Land Company. Listing agent: Joel McCartan. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.
Listing last updated by the brokerage Aug 13, 2026, 2:25 PM UTC. Farms and Ranches last received MyStateMLS data Nov 3, 2026, 4:30 PM UTC. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed; verify all details with the listing agent.