Located near Ionia, Iowa, this exceptional 96± acre custom-built estate offers a rare combination of luxury living, privacy, recreational opportunities, and diverse acreage. The property features a strong mix of mature timber, warm-season grasses, CRP, river-bottom terrain, and approximately 2,250± feet of Little Cedar River frontage. The custom-built 2004 two-story walkout residence offers 5,903± square feet above grade plus approximately 2,500± square feet of finished lower-level space. The home includes six bedrooms and seven bathrooms and features high-end construction and custom finishes throughout. The gourmet kitchen includes WoodHarbor cabinetry and high-end appliances, while custom millwork, built-ins, a hand-crafted curved staircase, and two gas fireplaces add character throughout the home. A theater area, wet bar, fitness room, laundry facilities on two levels, and whole-home intercom system provide additional functionality. A three-level elevator shaft is framed and ready for future installation. Mechanical features include boiler-based radiant floor heating with multiple zones, forced-air heating, central air, heated floors in select interior spaces and the attached garage, and a whole-home backup generator. The property also includes a 2,232± square foot attached four-stall garage with radiant in-floor heat and floor drains. A finished 100' x 50' shop provides additional space for equipment, storage, hobbies, or business use and includes radiant in-floor heat, an office, bathroom, and high-capacity electrical service. A 50' x 60' utility building with large overhead doors provides additional storage and workspace. Outdoor amenities include extensive composite decking, concrete patios, landscaped grounds, a fire-pit gathering area, custom exterior timber beam accents, and stone veneer detailing. A nearly 1-acre stocked pond includes an aeration system and dock, providing an additional recreational and scenic feature. The combination of river frontage, mature timber, and established habitat provides excellent wildlife and recreational potential. The property includes 26± acres enrolled in a Pheasants Forever habitat program with annual conservation income, along with an annual CRP payment of $6,813 through September 30, 2029. Deer, turkey, and upland wildlife are commonly found throughout the property. Additional features include a private well, dual septic systems, Starlink high-speed internet availability, and hard-surfaced road frontage. The property is located within the Nashua-Plainfield Community School District. This 96± acre estate offers a distinctive combination of custom residential construction, extensive improvements, river frontage, recreational acreage, and conservation income in a private country setting. Appliances and furnishings are included with the sale.
For sale
Price cut: $855K (9/23)
$1,995,000
1254 220th St, Ionia, IA 50645
6beds
5,903sqft
Farm
Built in 2004
96 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$338/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two gas fireplacesWet barFire-pit gathering areaStone veneer detailingCustom millworkCentral airMature timber
- 77 days
- 621
- 45
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Glen Salow 515-494-5560,
Farm & Rec Real Estate LLC
Source: My State MLS,MLS#: 11943360
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Breakfast Room, Den, Dining Room, En Suite, Family Room, First Floor Bathroom, First Floor Master Bedroom, Great Room, Gym, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Living Room, Loft, Master Bedroom, Media Room, Private Guest Room, Study, Walk-in Closet
Kitchen
- Features: Open
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
Cooling
- Central
Features
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access,Bedrooms(4),Bathrooms(2)
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,903
- Total interior livable area: 5,903 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,903
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached
- Garage spaces: 4
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio, Covered Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Utilities
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pond, River, Scenic, Wooded
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Pond,River
- Waterfront features: Pond, Riverfront
- Body of water: Little Cedar River
Lot
- Size: 96 Acres
- Features: Trees
Details
- Additional structures: General Outbuilding, Workshop
- Parcel number: 191221300001
- Lease amount: $0
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Farm
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Amps(0)
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ionia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $338/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $985,600
- Annual tax amount: $10,186
- Date on market: 8/20/2026
- Date available: 08/20/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/23/2026 | Price change | $1,995,000-30%$338/sqft |
Source: My State MLS #11943360 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,850,000$483/sqft |
Source: My State MLS #11943360 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,186 +3.5% | $985,600 +10.7% |
| 2024 | $9,838 -1.5% | $890,600 |
| 2023 | $9,984 +2.5% | $890,600 +11.9% |
| 2022 | $9,738 -5.8% | $796,200 -0.6% |
| 2021 | $10,342 -0.1% | $801,300 -1.2% |
| 2020 | $10,348 +2.3% | $811,200 |
| 2019 | $10,111 +0.3% | $811,200 +1.5% |
| 2018 | $10,078 +4.2% | $799,300 -5.5% |
| 2017 | $9,674 -0.4% | $845,500 |
| 2016 | $9,710 -1.6% | $845,500 -1.6% |
| 2015 | $9,870 | $859,500 +8% |
| 2014 | $9,870 +7.2% | $796,200 |
| 2013 | $9,204 +4.3% | -- |
| 2012 | $8,824 +5.3% | -- |
| 2011 | $8,380 +3.6% | -- |
| 2010 | $8,086 +7.2% | -- |
| 2009 | $7,544 +7.6% | -- |
| 2008 | $7,012 | -- |
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