Fayette County, Iowa Farmland Auction – Mark your calendars for Thursday, August 27th, 2026! We are pleased to present the opportunity to purchase 151.86 surveyed acres of Fayette County, Iowa farmland located just outside the Oelwein city limits. Offered in two individual tracts, this farm presents an excellent opportunity for farmers, investors, development speculators, and buyers seeking high-quality Iowa farmland with strong long-term potential. The property consists of 151.86 surveyed acres and will be offered as two separate tracts. Tract 1 contains 108.32 surveyed acres with an estimated 102.89 cropland acres, carrying an impressive CSR2 soil rating of 84.4. Tract 2 consists of 43.54 surveyed acres with an estimated 40.74 cropland acres, carrying an average CSR2 soil rating of 85.3. Both tracts are considered NHEL (Non-Highly Erodible Land), and feature highly productive soils that exceed the Fayette County average CSR2, with the predominant soil type being Kenyon Loam. The farm is currently enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), with the majority of the contracts expiring in 2026, allowing for immediate possession at closing. Tract 1 has one CP5A field windbreak CRP contract remaining, covering 1.67 acres and paying $393.20 per acre or $657.00 annually through 2030.
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Wings Park Elementary School
Public 1-4 • Assigned • 0.6mi
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Oelwein Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
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Oelwein High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
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Approximately 151.86 acres of land
Directions: From downtown Oelwein, travel east on East Charles Street to Outer Road. Head north on Outer Road for 1/2 mile to 6th Street NE. Continue north on Outer Road for 1/4 mile; the property (Tract 1) is on the west side of the road.
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Property type: Land
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Annual tax amount: $5,692
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Last updated by owner on Oct 10, 2026.
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 100° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in Oelwein. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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