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Lower Branch Rd SE, West Branch, IA, 52358

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$640,175
--price/sqft
$4,407/moest. monthly cost
$176,280/yrincome needed

About This Home

Presenting a rare opportunity to acquire 44.15 acres m/l in highly sought-after Johnson County, Iowa. Ideally located just 3 miles from the Iowa City city limits, 7.5 miles from Downtown Iowa City, and with convenient access to Interstate 80, this property offers the perfect balance of rural living and accessibility. Owned by the Donna Wanek Estate, this is the first time since 1965 that this tract has been offered to the public, presenting an exceptional opportunity to create your dream acreage while making a sound long-term land investment. The property features approximately 34.60 acres currently in alfalfa/hay production with a CSR2 rating of 76.8, with the lease in place through February 28, 2027. There are 38.56 FSA tillable acres carrying an impressive CSR2 rating of 75.1, with predominant soil types of Colo-Ely and Downs Silt Loam. Of the FSA tillable acres, approximately 4.7 acres could potentially be returned to production with cleanup, further enhancing the property's agricultural value. Whether you're looking to expand your farming operation or add a quality asset to your investment portfolio, this tract offers strong productivity and long-term potential. Additional land is also available immediately south of this offering. The adjoining 66.15-acre tract features another potential building site, productive tillable acres, pasture, mature timber, and a picturesque creek. For additional details, please refer to Listing #19692. Visit our website for more info!

Getting Around

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WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
15
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
6/10
West Branch High SchoolGrades 9-122.3 mi
3/10
Hoover Elementary SchoolGrades PK-43.1 mi

Construction

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Other
  • Property subType: Farm

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 0910176003
  • Zoning: Agriculture

Lot

  • Lot size: 44.15 Acres

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindVery High
  • Tornado
    TornadoVery High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Drought
    DroughtRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Strong Wind
Tornado
Cold Wave
Drought
Hail
Winter Weather
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Lightning

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Iowa Counties

Tornado

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $3,237$38,844
Home Insurance *$303$3,636
Property Taxes $746$8,952
Electricity $121$1,452
Total$4,407$52,884
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$151,097/yr
40% on housing$132,210/yr
45% on housing$117,520/yr

Iowa FAIR Plan Programs

Iowa FAIR Plan Association

Covered
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Current Policies
Residential: 1,021Commercial: 22
Total Premiums$1.14M
Total Exposure$85.68M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 11.3%
11.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 1.9%
1.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.0%
-1.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

--This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 52358$246
Johnson County$185

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 52358
Johnson County$179

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-06Pending sale$640,175
2026-07-29Listed for sale$640,175

For Sale by Agent

AgentMatt Hoenig
BrokeragePeoples Company

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