An exceptional recreational property in the heart of southern Iowa whitetail country. This 169 +/- acre tract combines native grasslands, wetlands, and mixed-maturity timber, offering prime habitat for trophy deer and other game. The property is enrolled in the Wetland Reserve Program (WRP), with the exception of a ~2.5-acre section that has strong potential for a homesite or hunting cabin (zoning and engineering feedback is favorable; buyer to verify).
Owner has a strong, proven history of quality deer on the property.
Excellent natural bedding areas in scattered hardwoods and thickets.
Frequent turkey, pheasant, and waterfowl sightings.
One box blind and 8 treestands included.
Updated 2024 Compatible Use Agreement allows for blinds, food plots, trail maintenance, and tree planting.
Rare opportunity to own a low-pressure hunting farm at an affordable price.
Rich mix of grassland, wetland, and timber ideal for wildlife.
Wetlands with standing water provide duck and habitat diversity.
Located less than 40 minutes from Des Moines, Iowa.
Lot/land
Price cut: $66.5K (7/22)
$525,000
0 S Hwy #45, Melcher Dallas, IA 50062
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169.58Acres
Unimproved Land
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169.58 Acres Lot
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What's special
- 103 days
- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 22, 2025 at 07:46am
Listed by:
Alex Dunkin (641)895-6589,
Premier Properties Land Company
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 717098
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 0
Property
Lot
- Size: 169.58 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 0357000500,0357100500,035720000,0357300000
- Zoning: land
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Melcher Dallas
Financial & listing details
- Annual tax amount: $2,524
- Date on market: 5/1/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
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