Hamilton County, IA
160.00 Acres M/L

Big Bear Road
Stratford, IA 50249

Price $1,440,000
Listing #17769
Bryan Bergdale

LAND AGENT

Bryan Bergdale

Office: 515.222.1347
Mobile: 712.251.8588
Bryan@PeoplesCompany.com

Steve Bruere

PRESIDENT

Steve Bruere

Office: 515.222.1347
Steve@PeoplesCompany.com

Property Info

Description

Peoples Company is pleased to present an exceptional farm located just north of Stratford in Hamilton County, Iowa. The farm consists of 160 acres m/l with 104.20 tillable acres m/l boasting a CSR2 rating of 82.8. Primary soil types include Luther loam and Webster clay loam. The high-quality tillable acres are surrounded by thick mature timber, making this property a hunter’s paradise, perfect for growing and holding large deer. The eastern road frontage allows for easy access to every part of the property without spooking wildlife due to predominantly westerly winds. Despite its secluded location, this property is just 20 minutes south of Webster City and an hour north of the Des Moines Metro. The farm is situated along Big Bear Road in  Section 17 of Webster Township in Hamilton County, Iowa.

Whether you're an aspiring farmer, an avid hunter, or someone looking to invest in a property with diverse potential, this exceptional farm delivers on every front.

There is no hunting lease in place. Early possession is possible if buyer wants to hunt this fall. Contact Agent for details.

Legal Description

160 acres m/l in the West Half (W1/2) of the Southeast Quarter (SE1/4) AND the Southwest Quarter (SW1/4) of Section Seventeen (17), Township Eighty-Seven (87) North, Range Twenty-six (26) West of the 5th P.M., in Hamilton County, Iowa. Exact legal description will be taken from Abstract.

Directions

From Webster City: At the intersection of Highway 20 and Highway 17 head south on Highway 17 for 0.4 miles. Turn right (west) onto Closz Drive for 0.3 miles. Turn left (south) onto Aldrich Drive for 0.3 miles. Continue onto Inkpaduta Avenue for 0.5 miles. Turn right (west) onto 245th Street for 0.8 miles. Turn left (south) onto Tunnel Mill Road for 3.4 miles. Continue on 280th Street. Take 290th Street to Big Bear Road for 5.9 miles. The farm lies along the west side of Big Bear Road.

  • Sign On Property: Yes
  • MLS Number: 704316
  • Parcel Number: 40872617100003, 40872617100004, 40872617300001, 40872617300002
  • School District: Stratford Community School District
  • General Area: North of Stratford, IA
  • Net Taxes: $4,534.00
  • CSR2: 82.80
  • Zoning: Agricultural

Additional Info

The farm lease has been terminated and will be open for the 2025 farm season. There is no hunting lease in place. 

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