Garret Armstrong

$1,465,000

188.07 Acres

Moorhead, Iowa, 51558

Located near Moorhead in Monona County, Iowa, this 188-acre m/l farm offers an exceptional combination of productive farmland, restored prairie, pasture, timber, and recreational value within the heart of the Loess Hills. The farm includes more than 90 acres of quality tillable land with a weighted CSR2 of 66, including approximately half of those acres carrying an outstanding CSR2 of 89. County Highway E-54 frontage provides year-round access and convenient proximity to local grain markets. The balance of the property consists of GRP pasture, mature timber, and native prairie grasses that reflect the historic character of western Iowa's Loess Hills landscape. Significant stewardship has been invested into the farm through the removal of invasive eastern red cedars, a challenge facing many western Iowa properties. The result is improved pasture productivity, enhanced wildlife habitat, and breathtaking views across the rolling hills. Known for its unique wind-deposited soils and dramatic topography, the Loess Hills region is one of the most distinctive landscapes in North America. This farm showcases those characteristics with rolling ridges, scenic vistas, and diverse habitat. The combination of prairie, timber, and neighboring habitat-rich farms supports healthy populations of whitetail deer, wild turkey, and other wildlife.

$1,699,000

106.6 Acres

Menlo, Iowa, 50164

Located just 3 miles north of Menlo and less than 35 minutes from West Des Moines, this 106.6-acre property offers a rare combination of privacy, recreation, and quality improvements. A winding driveway leads past a nearly 1.2-acre stocked pond and through mature oak and hickory timber to a custom 1,955 sq. ft. log home positioned in a secluded hilltop setting. The home features 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a distinctive Southwestern-inspired design with custom details and warm finishes throughout. Large windows provide views of the surrounding timber and rolling landscape, creating a comfortable retreat in every season. A 32' x 60' heated and air-conditioned shop adds exceptional versatility with a full bathroom and an additional finished room that can serve as a guest bedroom, office, den, or game room. The timbered landscape provides excellent habitat for whitetail deer and wild turkey, while the stocked pond offers fishing and scenic enjoyment. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, weekend getaway, hunting property, or short-term rental opportunity, this property offers a unique setting with convenient access to Interstate 80 and the Des Moines metro. Selling fully turnkey, all furnishings, décor, and personal property shown in the listing photographs will transfer with the sale, allowing the next owner to begin enjoying the property immediately.

$2,295,000

314 Acres

Arion, Iowa, 51520

Located just north of Arion in Crawford County, this 314-acre farm offers an uncommon combination of income-producing land, livestock opportunities, mature timber, and exceptional wildlife habitat. The farm includes approximately 110 acres enrolled in CRP, 75 acres of pasture with reliable water, 17 acres of established alfalfa, and the balance consisting of mature hardwood timber, secluded draws, and native habitat. Large farms in western Iowa with this much timber and diverse habitat are becoming increasingly difficult to find. Rolling terrain and terraced hillsides create natural travel corridors, bedding cover, and escape routes that support outstanding populations of whitetail deer and wild turkey. The property features a diverse mix of warm and cool season grasses, native wildflowers, forbs, and fruit and nut-bearing trees that provide year-round food and cover for wildlife. A healthy stand of mature black walnut trees offers future timber value, while the CRP provides annual income. A large machine shed supports agricultural and livestock operations, making this a highly versatile property suited for grazing, hunting, recreation, and long-term investment. Whether you're looking to expand an existing operation or own a premier western Iowa recreational farm, this property offers a unique combination of natural beauty, habitat diversity, and agricultural productivity.