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This incredible 48 acre property is located in highly sought after Madison County, Iowa, and is being offered as one tract or potentially as two separate parcels consisting of approximately 17 acres and 31 acres. Located just 5 miles west of Interstate 35 and approximately 22 miles from West Des Moines, this property offers an incredible combination of buildable acreage, world-class hunting, recreation, privacy, and long-term investment potential, all within an easy commute of the Des Moines metro.The property features a newly built 72' x 48' x 16' pole building with a 16' x 48' lean-to, providing an excellent space for creating living quarters, equipment storage, recreational vehicles, hobbies, or whatever your needs may be. The approximately 50/50 combination of tillable and recreational ground creates an outstanding balance between agricultural income potential and wildlife habitat. Approximately 22 acres consist of former CRP ground that could easily be brought back into productive tillable production for additional income or utilized as large food plots designed to attract and hold mature whitetails. The tillable ground carries a very strong average CSR2 of 79.6, adding significant agricultural value and making this an excellent long-term investment.For the serious whitetail hunter, this farm has many of the key ingredients needed to hold and grow mature deer. The property features excellent thick cover and the expired CRP provides ideal bedding habitat.


  • Acres
    48.0

  • Area
    Winterset
  • County
    Madison
  • City
    Winterset
  • Zip Code
    50273

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How long has this property been on the market?

2949 Trail was listed on September 25, 2026, which means it's been on the market for 50 days.

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What is the lot size of this property?

2949 Trail sits on a 48.0-acre lot, which is 2,090,880 square feet.

What are the property taxes for 2949 Trail?

The most recent public record shows annual property taxes for 2949 Trail were approximately $1,248. This may change with reassessment or exemptions. Our local partner can verify current tax amounts and help you estimate future costs based on your situation.

Is 2949 Trail still available for sale?

This home is pending sale, which means the seller has accepted an offer. You can favorite it to track status or ask our expert to help you find similar homes in this area. We'll also let you know if this property comes back on the market.

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Last Updated: November 14, 2026 at 09:37PM | Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS | MLS#: 750008