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5371 Lower Branch Rd SE, West Branch, IA, 52358

--beds
--baths
0sqft
$925,400
--price/sqft
$6,318/moest. monthly cost
$252,720/yrincome needed

About This Home

Presenting a rare opportunity to acquire 66.10 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 this tract has been offered to the public since 1965, presenting an exceptional opportunity to own a versatile farm with agricultural, recreational, and future building potential. The property is currently utilized for pasture and alfalfa/hay production and features approximately 52.71 FSA tillable acres carrying a strong CSR2 rating of 74.6. Predominant soil types include Fayette Silt Loam, Downs Silt Loam, and Colo-Ely Complex, providing a quality land base suitable for a variety of agricultural operations. Whether maintained as productive pasture or transitioned into row crop production, this tract offers excellent flexibility and long-term value. The pasture and alfalfa lease is in place through February 28, 2027. Please contact the listing agent prior to entering the pasture or accessing the property. A defining feature of this offering is the two-story farmhouse, originally built in 1900, along with the existing well and septic system. The home is being sold As-Is. Additional land is also available immediately north of this offering. Visit our website for more information regarding this lis.

Getting Around

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WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
21
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
6/10
West Branch High SchoolGrades 9-122.5 mi
3/10
Hoover Elementary SchoolGrades PK-43.2 mi

Construction

Type & Style

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

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 3667
  • Zoning: Agriculture

Lot

  • Lot size: 66.10 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 $4,679$56,148
Home Insurance *$439$5,268
Property Taxes $1,079$12,948
Electricity $121$1,452
Total$6,318$75,816
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$216,617/yr
40% on housing$189,540/yr
45% on housing$168,480/yr

Iowa FAIR Plan Programs

Iowa FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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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$228
Johnson County$184

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
2026-07-29Listed for sale$925,400

For Sale by Agent

AgentMatt Hoenig
BrokeragePeoples Company

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