Located in the heart of Marion County, this exceptional 146-acre farm offers a rare blend of premier wildlife habitat, conservation integrity, and build-site potential with paved access along Highway S45.
Enrolled in the Emergency Watershed Protection Program (EWP), the property has been thoughtfully restored and managed to enhance natural habitat and long-term land stewardship. The easement allows for up to 7.1 acres of designated food plots, creating the ideal balance between conservation and strategic wildlife management.
A major highlight of the farm is White Breast Creek, which winds through the property, providing a year-round water source and creating natural travel corridors for wildlife. In addition, established wetlands enhance the habitat diversity and offer excellent waterfowl hunting opportunities, attracting ducks and other migratory birds throughout the season.
The diverse habitat structure — including timber, creek bottom, wetlands, cover, and food plot areas — creates outstanding bedding, travel corridors, and feeding opportunities that consistently attract and hold mature wildlife.
A unique and valuable feature of this offering is the 2.5-acre parcel strategically excluded from the EWP program, allowing for a potential build site directly along Highway S45. With paved road frontage and easy access, this location provides an ideal setting for a country home, hunting cabin, or weekend retreat.
Lot/land
Price cut: $112K (5/11)
$438,000
1 Highway S45, Melcher Dallas, IA 50062
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146Acres
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What's special
Premier wildlife habitat
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Listed by:
Schaefer Orwig (515)474-7764,
Kiloterra
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 735910
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Property
Lot
- Size: 146 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 000000357400000
- Zoning: AG
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Rural
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Melcher Dallas
Financial & listing details
- Annual tax amount: $2,476
- Date on market: 3/10/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 122 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 5/11/2026 | Price change | $438,000-20.4% |
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| 3/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $549,950+74.6% |
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| 4/17/2025 | Sold | $315,000-7.4% |
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| 3/4/2025 | Pending sale | $340,000 |
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| 2/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $340,000 |
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Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 50062
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Melcher-Dallas Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 2.3 mi
- 5/10Melcher-Dallas High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 3.2 mi
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- Iowa
- Marion County
- Dallas
- 50062
- 1 Highway S45




