Recreational Land for Auction in East Monticello, Iowa

Peoples Company is honored to represent the Ann L. Aitchison Revocable Trust in the sale of 172.48 surveyed acres of premier Jones County, Iowa farmland.

A designated Century Farm that has remained in the Aitchison family since 1910, this remarkable property combines a rich agricultural legacy with what is arguably one of the highest-quality farmland offerings available in Jones County today. This exceptional farm will be offered as one tract through a TIMED ONLINE-ONLY auction, with bidding ending on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM CDT. For more than 115 years, the Aitchison family has carefully stewarded this highly productive tract, creating a rare opportunity for farmers, investors, and landowners to acquire a truly elite agricultural asset.

The farm boasts an extraordinary 93.1 CSR2 average across its 170.14 certified cropland acres, a testament to its exceptional productivity and one of the highest ratings found in the region. Dominant soil types include Tama silt loam, Dinsdale silt loam, Colo-Ely complex, and Atterberry silt loam, with less than 5% slopes across virtually the entire property. The combination of elite soils and nearly level topography provides outstanding farming efficiency and long-term productive potential.

Further enhancing the property's appeal is its natural drainage system, allowing for excellent water movement without the need for grass waterways and maximizing productive acreage. Located directly along U.S. Highway 151, the farm offers exceptional farm-to-market access and convenient transportation for modern agricultural operations.

In addition to the highly productive farmland, the property includes a well-maintained farmstead featuring a 40' x 96' machine shed, a 26' x 60' enclosed utility building, and a 28' x 24' loafing shed. Grain storage infrastructure consists of three 3,000± bushel bins with and one 6,000± bushel bin providing approximately 15,000± bushels of on-farm storage capacity and offering valuable operational efficiencies for the next owner.

Opportunities to purchase a farm of this caliber are exceedingly rare. Combining a Century Farm legacy, exceptional soil quality, natural drainage, gentle terrain, and a strategic location, this property represents a premier investment in one of Eastern Iowa's most desirable agricultural regions.

Auction Details

Property: 172.48 Surveyed Acres

Offering: One Tract

Seller: Ann L. Aitchison Revocable Trust

Auction Format: Online-Only Timed Auction

Bidding Ends: Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM CDT

Closing: On or before Thursday, October 15, 2026

Online Bidding: Available through Peoples Company's online bidding platform