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Scenic 25.24-Acre Building Site & Hobby Farm Near St. Charles, Iowa – Ideal for Country Living and Recreation

Madison County, IA
25.24 Acres M/L

Highway R35 & 280th Avenue
Truro, IA 50257

Price $329,000
Listing #18674
Jake Sickels

Land Agent

Jake Sickels

Office: 515.961.0247
Mobile: 515.681.2103
Jake@PeoplesCompany.com

John Hutchcroft

Land Agent

John Hutchcroft

Office: 515.222.1347
Mobile: 515.321.5970
JohnH@PeoplesCompany.com

Property Info

Description

Peoples Company is proud to offer this picturesque 25.24-acre m/l building site/hobby farm, consisting of three individual parcels located on Highway R35, just south of St. Charles, Iowa. Ideally positioned in the northeastern portion of Madison County, the property offers peaceful country living with the convenience of being a short drive from the Des Moines Metro. Its close proximity to Interstate 35 makes commuting effortless while preserving the opportunity for a rural lifestyle—perfect for raising livestock, hunting, and more. 

This property showcases stunning views of Iowa’s rolling countryside, with beautiful timber, open pasture, and abundant wildlife. Whether you’re envisioning a custom home or a hobby farm, the setting provides the perfect backdrop. Located within the Interstate 35 School District and just a few miles south of St. Charles, this tract exemplifies the best of rural Iowa. 

The site is turnkey, with access to essential utilities including rural water, electricity, and multiple high-speed internet options, as well as an established entrance off pavement. The three individual parcels offer flexibility for a new owner—build multiple homes for family or friends, or divide and sell if desired. The gently rolling topography accommodates a variety of building site options, including walkout, daylight, and flat layouts. Multiple livestock paddocks, a working area, hardwood timber, and existing tillable acres currently in alfalfa production create a diverse, attractive landscape that offers both privacy and a natural buffer from neighboring properties. 

Additional land is available to the east and can be purchased alongside this property. Please reference Peoples Company listing #18675 for more information. 

This is a rare opportunity to own an affordable, scenic parcel in a tightly held area where mid-sized properties rarely come to market. Don’t miss your chance to build the lifestyle you’ve been dreaming of—contact one of the listing agents today for more information. 

Legal Description

Lot 8 and 9 of Sweeney Acres and 19.24 Acres M/L Located in the North Half of the Northwest Quarter in Section 2 of Ohio Township in Madison County, Iowa. The exact legal description will be taken from Abstract.

Directions

From St. Charles, Iowa: Head south out of town on Highway R35/Truro Highway for 3.3 miles. The property will be located on the intersection of Highway R35 and 280th Avenue. Please look for the Peoples Company signage.

Covenants

Yes - provided by Agent

Improvements

- Established entrance
- Great fence
  • Sign On Property: Yes
  • MLS Number: 728116
  • Parcel Number: 770160244003800, 770160244003900, 770160244003110, Part of 770160242003100
  • School District: Interstate 35
  • General Area: South of St. Charles, Iowa
  • Net Taxes: $323.00
  • CSR2: 44.5
  • Water: Rural
  • Zoning: Agricultural


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