
Land for Sale in West Branch, Iowa
Lower Branch Rd SE, West Branch, IA 52358
Presenting a rare opportunity to acquire 44.15 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 since 1965 that this tract has been offered to the public, presenting an exceptional opportunity to create your dream acreage while making a sound long-term land investment. The property features approximately 34.60 acres currently in alfalfa/hay production with a CSR2 rating of 76.8, with the lease in place through February 28, 2027. There are 38.56 FSA tillable acres carrying an impressive CSR2 rating of 75.1, with predominant soil types of Colo-Ely and Downs Silt Loam. Of the FSA tillable acres, approximately 4.7 acres could potentially be returned to production with cleanup, further enhancing the property's agricultural value. Whether you're looking to expand your farming operation or add a quality asset to your investment portfolio, this tract offers strong productivity and long-term potential. Additional land is also available immediately south of this offering. The adjoining 66.15-acre tract features another potential building site, productive tillable acres, pasture, mature timber, and a picturesque creek. For additional details, please refer to Listing #19692. Visit our website for more info!
Location
- Street address
- Lower Branch Rd SE
- County
- Johnson County
- Zip code
- 52358
- Elevation
- 724 feet
Directions
From West Branch: Head south out of West Branch on Country Rd X30, then after a half mile south of Interstate 80, head west onto 300th Street. In 2 miles, turn right onto Oasis Rd SE heading north. Turn left in a 1/4 of a mile onto Lower West Branch Road. The listing will be on the right-hand side.
Property details
- Acreage
- 44.15 acres
- Zoning
- Agriculture
- MLS #
- NCMLS 6340963
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2026
- $1,275
Parcels
- 0910176003
Legal description
44.15 Acres m/l located in Section 10 north of Lower West Branch Rd SE Township 79N Range 5 West of the 5th P.M. Exact legal description to be taken from Abstract.
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 29, 2026 | New listing | $640,175 | — | NCMLS |




















