Land for Auction in Mystic, Iowa

Located just southwest of the Rathbun Lake Dam, this 46.56

+/- acre Appanoose County property offers an outstanding combination of recreation, income, and future development potential. Enjoy quality whitetail deer and turkey hunting while being just minutes from Rathbun Lake's boating, fishing, camping, and hiking opportunities. With hard-surfaced road frontage, the property also presents excellent possibilities for a future home, campground, cabin rentals, or boat storage facility.

Conveniently located between Albia and Centerville and only

1.5 hours from Des Moines, this tract offers both accessibility and versatility. The property currently generates income through a row crop lease, providing immediate return while allowing for future development or recreational use.

This property is being offered through an online auction with bidding open now and beginning to close on August 19, 2026, at 12:00 PM.

Opportunities to purchase recreational and investment properties this close to Rathbun

Lake are becoming increasingly rare. For more information, auction terms, or to schedule a private showing, contact Luke Nissen, ALC – Iowa Land Specialist, at

712-304-4827 or email luke@uciowa.com.

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Southern Iowa Recreation: Located just southwest of the Rathbun Lake Dam, this 46.56 +/- acre property offers an outstanding recreational setting with quality whitetail deer and turkey hunting. Its close proximity to Rathbun Lake provides quick access to boating, fishing, camping, hiking, and countless outdoor activities throughout the year.

• Income & Development Potential: With hard-surfaced road frontage and an existing row crop lease, this property offers both immediate income and excellent long-term potential. Whether you envision building a home, developing cabin rentals, creating a campground, or constructing a boat storage facility, this tract offers the flexibility to fit a variety of investment goals.
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Auction Opportunity: Properties of this size and location near Rathbun Lake are becoming increasingly difficult to find as development continues throughout the area. This property is being offered through an online auction with bidding ending on August 19, 2026, at 12:00 PM (Noon), providing buyers the opportunity to invest in one of Southern Iowa's most desirable recreational markets.