000 140th St, Columbus Junction, IA 52738 - Louisa County

This 52.26-acre recreational tract offers a rare combination of diverse wildlife habitat and a county-approved build site all within a short drive of major towns and amenities. Located just outside Columbus Junction along the Iowa River and 1.5 miles south of Highway 92, this farm is well positioned for access and recreation.

Habitat & Cover

The property features mixed hardwoods along the western edge and southern boundary, complemented by native grasses and a variety of Iowa wildflowers across the interior. This composition creates prime upland bird cover, particularly for pheasants. Two eastwest running ponds serve as ideal shooting holes for waterfowl during migration as they follow the Iowa River corridor.

Hunting Opportunities

The tract supports a wide range of game species including pheasant, turkey, whitetail deer, and waterfowl. Its location next to public land and neighboring WRP tracts managed by conservation-minded duck hunters further enhances the hunting opportunities. With surrounding agriculture to the north, wildlife has abundant food sources in close proximity to secure cover.

Build Site

A unique feature of this property is the 2 acres intentionally excluded from EWPP enrollment. Located along 140th Street and already approved by the county, this site allows for the construction of a home or cabin a rare opportunity with EWPP land.

WRP Program

The majority of the property is enrolled in the Emergency Watershed Protection Program, ensuring managed habitat that will benefit wildlife long term. While EWPP land typically restricts building, this tracts excluded acreage solves that concern and adds unique value for buyers seeking both habitat and a build site.

Schedule an exclusive tour with Eastern Iowa Land Specialist, Chris Janis, today at 319-343-1468.

Access & Utilities

A northsouth lane runs along the east boundary of the property, providing convenient entry.

Key Property Highlights

- Rare 2-acre county-approved build site outside of EWPP

- Iowa River views with strong wildlife corridor

- Two ponds providing excellent waterfowl habitat

- Mixed hardwoods, native grasses, and Iowa wildflowers for upland hunting

- Excellent hunting for pheasant, waterfowl, deer, and turkey

- Surrounded by public ground and conservation-managed habitat

Prime Location

- Just outside Columbus Junction, Iowa, along the Iowa River

- 1.5 miles south of Highway 92

- 30 minutes to Muscatine

- 45 minutes to Iowa City

Property Information

- Total Acres: 52.26

- EWPP Habitat: Majority enrolled in Emergency Watershed Protection Program

- Build Site: 2 acres excluded from EWPP, county-approved

- Timber / Cover: Mixed hardwoods along western and southern edges; native grasses throughout

- Water Features: Two ponds; frontage on the Iowa River

- Access: Northsouth lane along the east boundary

- Adjacent Land Use: Public ground, additional WRP tracts, managed waterfowl habitat, and nearby ag fields

- Hunting Opportunities: Pheasant, waterfowl, deer, and turkey

- School District: Columbus Community School District

- Taxes: $854 annually

Parcel Information

- STR: STR4-75-4 (Concord Township)

- Parcel Number: 0334254001