Land for Auction in Elma, Iowa

Located in central Howard County, southwest of Cresco, Iowa, in Paris Township, Section 17, sits this high-quality 152.2 +/- gross-acre farm with an impressive average weighted CSR2 of 83.9. The farm is conveniently located 9.6 miles southwest of Cresco, Iowa, along Highway 63 and hard-surfaced 150th Street, providing excellent accessibility. This exceptional farmland will be offered for sale as one tract at live public auction with online bidding available. The auction will be held November 19, 2026, at 1:00 PM at the Elma Memorial Building in Elma, Iowa. We are honored to represent the Anthony Zane Blessum Trust and Jamie Blessum in offering this quality Howard County farmland for sale. The farm has been in the family for several decades and has been well cared for throughout the years. The property features extensive tile improvements, providing excellent drainage and enhancing the farm's overall productivity. Please see the included tile map for additional details. The farm will be offered for sale as one tract. Additional agricultural information is provided below. The farm is leased for the 2026 farming season, and the 2027 agricultural season is open. The buyer will receive real estate possession at closing and full agricultural possession on March 1, 2027. The farm has a total of 13.2 acres enrolled in CRP paying $3,816 annually.