
Residential Land for Sale in Burwell, Nebraska
Calamus Dr, Burwell, NE 68823
Discover the perfect setting for your dream lake home or weekend retreat at Calamus Country Acres, where convenience meets the natural beauty of Nebraska's Sandhills. This well-positioned 0.8-acre lot offers a rare opportunity just minutes from the pristine waters of the Calamus Reservoir, one of the most sought-after recreational destinations in the state. Spanning over 5,000 acres with miles of sandy shoreline, the reservoir is known for excellent boating, swimming, and top-tier fishing including walleye, white bass, wipers, and catfish. The surrounding Calamus State Recreation Area provides year-round outdoor recreation with camping, hiking, and wildlife viewing. The area is also a strong destination for hunting, with healthy populations of deer, turkey, waterfowl, and upland game. Located just a short drive away, Burwell offers small-town charm along with notable attractions throughout the year. It is home to Nebraska's Big Rodeo, one of the largest rodeos in the region, bringing energy, tradition, and visitors from across the country each summer. The lot itself is fully prepared for construction, with site work already completed and designed to accommodate a walkout basement. Essential utilities are already in place, including a well and electricity installed in 2024, allowing you to move directly into the planning and building phase without added delays or expense. Whether you envision early mornings on the water, evenings by the fire under wide-open Sandhills skies, or weekends filled with boating, hunting, and golf at the nearby Calamus Golf Course, this property offers an exceptional combination of recreation, relaxation, and long-term value. Opportunities like this do not come along often.
Location
- Street address
- Calamus Dr
- County
- Garfield County
- Community
- Calamus Country Acres
- Elevation
- 2,256 feet
Directions
From Hwy 11 Burwell, Head West on NE-91-W 1.0mi; Turn right onto NE-96W 6.2mi; Turn right onto 828th Rd 0.3 mil; Turn left at the 1st cross street onto E Calamus Drive 0.2mi the property will be on the right
Property details
- Lot size
- 0.8 acres34,848 sq ft
- Zoning
- Residential
- MLS #
- MyStateMLS 11737564
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2025
- $277
Parcels
- 002002200
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 30, 2026 | New listing | $75,000 | — | MyStateMLS |

















