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$185,000160 Acres
For Sale
For Sale
$185,000160 Acres
For Sale

Rhu- Red S Rd, Burns, OR 97720 - Harney County

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Property ID 25989982

160 Acres w/ New Well Near Malheur Lake – Recreation, Ranch, Investment

This property offers a rare chance to purchase land with a newly installed 2025 well and documented water quality. The seller is highly motivated and offers owner financing with flexible terms for qualified buyers. Potential road access and available utility extension information add to the property's overall appeal.

Highlights

Brand new 2025 well with strong water and supporting test documentation available
Motivated seller offering owner financing with flexible terms for buyers
Potential access via existing road used historically by surrounding landowners
Utility expansion made easier with available electricity quote on file

Description

Priced to sell, with average land values near Lake Malheur around $3,000 per acre. Seller financing available.

Water Security – A Major Advantage

A brand-new well installed in late 2024 provides documented water access, with water quality testing on file. In a region where water availability often determines land value, this is a significant upgrade compared to most undeveloped acreage offerings.

Ideal for Multiple Uses

This versatile property is well suited for:

  • Recreational use, including camping, hunting, or an off-grid retreat

  • Grazing or agricultural use

  • Long-term land holding or inflation hedge

  • Rural homestead or seasonal basecamp

The flat to gently rolling terrain allows for multiple build or use sites, while the surrounding open land preserves privacy, views, and long-term flexibility.

Access & Utilities

  • Historic road access off Rhu-Red S Road (buyer to verify legal access)

  • Electric utility quote available for future development planning

  • Quiet, low-density area with minimal neighboring development

Owner Financing Available

Owner financing may be available with a substantial down payment, offering flexibility for buyers seeking an alternative to traditional bank financing.

Location Highlights

  • Near Malheur Lake and the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge

  • Located in Harney County, Oregon, one of the largest and least developed counties in the western United States

  • Known for wide-open landscapes, dark skies, abundant wildlife, and exceptional privacy

Documents on File

  • Well report

  • Water quality test

  • Electric utility quote

Serious inquiries welcome. Properties of this size with newly installed wells are increasingly rare in Eastern Oregon.

Wildlife, Hunting & Outdoor Recreation

Harney County is well known for its abundant wildlife and expansive public and private lands. The area supports deer, pronghorn antelope, upland birds, waterfowl, and small game, making this property ideal for recreational use, a seasonal hunting basecamp, or an outdoor retreat. Proximity to Malheur Lake and surrounding wildlife areas enhances habitat diversity and migratory bird activity, while low population density and dark skies provide exceptional privacy and off-grid recreation potential.

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Listing last updated: February 3, 2026 at 10:53 AM
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