This 42± acre property in Decatur County offers a rare combination of income potential, recreational opportunity, and comfortable living—sitting directly against Little River Lake with beautiful views and easy access to the water. Located just 5 miles from Leon and 5 miles from Interstate 35, the setting offers the perfect blend of privacy and convenience. The 1,620 sq. ft. fully furnished barndominium features 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, rural water, propane gas, and septic. Whether used as a primary residence, weekend retreat, or turn-key rental, the home is designed for year-round comfort and immediate use. It has already proven itself as a strong income producer, generating roughly $7,000 in Airbnb revenue over the past few months. The land has also produced around $7,000 in hay income in previous seasons, supported by productive alfalfa ground. With all income sources combined, the property is currently generating an approximate 5.5% ROI, with room to grow. The acreage includes alfalfa fields, hardwood timber, open ground, and a small pond that draws in wildlife year-round. A shed and wood-storage shack provide convenient space for equipment and outdoor gear. With its lake views, diverse landscape, proven income streams, and strong appeal to both hunters and fishermen, this is a standout investment property with exceptional recreational and residential value.
Pending
Price increase: $25K (11/14)
$575,000
18756 Lakeview Rd, Leon, IA 50144
2beds
--sqft
Est.:
Farm
Built in 2021
42 Acres Lot
$548,600 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Alfalfa fieldsHardwood timberProductive alfalfa groundLake viewsOpen groundDiverse landscape
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 16 hours ago
Listing updated: December 04, 2025 at 03:36pm
Listed by:
Will Cooper 515-490-7777,
Midwest Land Group LLC
Source: NoCoast MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6333714
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: 1
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Body of water: Little River
Lot
- Size: 42 Acres
Details
- Foundation area: 1280
- Parcel number: 0613400007
- Zoning: Agriculture
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Farm
Materials
- Metal Siding
Condition
- Year built: 2021
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- HOA name: WCIR
Location
- Region: Leon
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $100,572
- Annual tax amount: $1,632
- Date on market: 11/14/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 279 days
Estimated market value
$548,600
$521,000 - $576,000
$1,355/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/4/2025 | Pending sale | $575,000 |
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| 11/14/2025 | Price change | $575,000+4.5% |
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| 6/3/2025 | Price change | $550,000-4.3% |
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| 5/19/2025 | Price change | $575,000-17.3% |
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| 10/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $695,000 |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,402 -36.6% | $100,572 |
| 2023 | $2,210 +805.7% | $100,572 -22.4% |
| 2022 | $244 +8% | $129,589 +1369.1% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,241/mo
Principal & interest
$2230
Property taxes
$810
Home insurance
$201
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 50144
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10North Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-6Distance: 3 mi
- 5/10Central Decatur Ms/Sr High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 3.1 mi
- NASouth Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 3.5 mi
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