
Land for Sale in Bethel Township, Iowa
247th St, Bethel Township, IA 52171
Fayette County, Iowa Farmland Available - PPresenting 333.63 contiguous acres of Fayette County, Iowa farmland for sale, located directly adjacent to Alpha, Iowa. Large tracts of land in this highly desirable area are increasingly rare, making this offering a standout opportunity for farmers, investors, and recreational land buyers. This property features 261.61 FSA cropland acres with a CSR2 rating of 59.1, supported by productive Winneshiek loam, Terril loam, and Clyde clay loam soil types. The farm provides excellent transportation efficiency and multiple grain marketing options with convenient access to US Highway 18. In addition to its agricultural value, the land delivers exceptional recreational benefits. Water from Crane Creek, abundant natural food sources, and diverse habitat support thriving populations of whitetail deer and turkey, creating a premier hunting and wildlife destination. The farm also includes 65.70 acres enrolled in Forest Reserve, offering meaningful tax advantages while preserving high-quality habitat. Located south of Waucoma in Section 5 of Bethel Township and 32 of Eden Township, this Fayette County property combines income potential, strong soils, wildlife habitat, and long-term investment appeal. Large, contiguous farms with this level of diversity, recreational value, and income potential are increasingly difficult to find in Northeast Iowa.
Location
- Street address
- 247th St
- County
- Fayette County
- Zip code
- 52171
- School district
- Outside School District
- Elevation
- 1,068 feet
Directions
From Fredericksburg, Iowa: Travel east out of town on US Highway 18 for 8 miles until reaching W Avenue. Turn left (north) onto W Avenue for 2 miles until reaching 247th Street. Turn left (west) onto 247th Street for 1/2 mile, and the property will be on both sides of the road. From Waucoma, Iowa: Travel south out of town on W Avenue for 4.5 miles until reaching 247th Street. Turn right (west) onto 247th Street for 1/2 mile, and the property will be on both sides of the road.
Property details
- Acreage
- 333.63 acres
- Zoning
- Ag
- MLS #
- DMAAR 746564
- Posted
Property taxes
- Recent
- $6,872 - Exact legal to be taken from abstract.
Parcels
- 0132300005
- 0505100005
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 3, 2026 | New listing | $2,695,900 | — | DMAAR |


















