Iowa farmland auction results for August 8–14, 2026, show a wide range in land values across the state. Reported farmland sales ranged from $6,500 to $17,100 per acre, with strong results appearing in several different regions of Iowa.
During this reporting period, 15 land auction tracts were recorded across nine Iowa counties. Fourteen tracts had a reported sale price, while one pasture-recreation property in Dallas County was listed as undetermined.
The results show an important trend for Iowa landowners: buyers remain active, but farmland values can vary significantly based on location, soil quality, tillable acres, local competition, and the characteristics of each individual farm.
Iowa Farmland Auction Results for August 8–14
The highest reported farmland sale during the week occurred in Plymouth County, where 185 acres sold for $17,100 per acre. The farm had approximately 181.8 tillable acres and a reported tillable CSR2 of 46.9.
In Ida County, 154.90 acres of tillable farmland sold for $13,635 per acre. The property had 152 tillable acres and a tillable CSR2 of 68.8.
A Webster County farm consisting of 114.06 acres sold for $13,500 per acre. The property had a reported tillable CSR2 of 83.7.
Another strong result occurred in Floyd County, where 140 acres sold for $12,350 per acre. The farm included approximately 138.92 tillable acres and had a tillable CSR2 of 90.6.
These Iowa farmland auction results demonstrate that productive soils remain important, but CSR2 alone does not determine what a farm will bring at auction.
What Was the Highest Iowa Farmland Sale This Week?
The highest reported price from August 8–14 was $17,100 per acre in Plymouth County.
The 185-acre farm was almost entirely tillable, with approximately 181.8 tillable acres. Interestingly, its reported tillable CSR2 was 46.9.
That result is a strong reminder that farmland value cannot be determined using CSR2 alone.
Location, local competition, drainage, field layout, access, neighboring landowners, livestock demand, and opportunities for farmers to expand their operations can all influence an auction.
Plymouth County Farmland Auction Results
Plymouth County had three reported tillable farmland sales during the period.
An 80-acre tract sold for $11,900 per acre and had a tillable CSR2 of 62.7. A 120-acre tract with a 56.7 tillable CSR2 sold for $11,200 per acre.
The third property consisted of 185 acres and sold for $17,100 per acre, making it the highest reported sale of the week.
The difference between these three sales shows why local comparable sales require careful analysis. Even farms located within the same county can produce very different results.
Southern Iowa Farmland Auction Results
Southern Iowa also saw several farmland auctions during the week, particularly in Clarke and Decatur counties.
Two Clarke County tillable farms sold for $7,100 per acre. The properties consisted of 147.32 acres and 120.81 acres, with reported tillable CSR2 ratings of 59.3 and 64.
Four tillable farms were reported in Decatur County.
A 102.55-acre farm sold for $9,400 per acre, while a 92-acre property sold for $10,000 per acre. A 168.20-acre farm sold for $6,500 per acre, and a 74.99-acre property brought $11,100 per acre.
The Decatur County results alone ranged from $6,500 to $11,100 per acre. That difference illustrates how much individual property characteristics and buyer competition can affect farmland prices.
Other Iowa Farmland Sales This Week
Several additional sales provide insight into the Iowa farmland market.
In Buchanan County, 33.75 acres sold for $11,500 per acre. The property had approximately 30.89 tillable acres and an 88.9 tillable CSR2.
In Hancock County, a 158-acre farm sold for $10,300 per acre. Approximately 153.45 acres were tillable, with a reported tillable CSR2 of 75.7.
The Floyd County sale brought $12,350 per acre for 140 acres, while the Webster County property sold for $13,500 per acre.
In Dallas County, a 55-acre pasture-recreation property was also reported during the period, although its sale price was listed as undetermined.
How Much Is Iowa Farmland Selling for in August 2026?
Based on the reported sales reviewed for August 8–14, disclosed Iowa farmland auction prices ranged from $6,500 to $17,100 per acre.
That does not mean every Iowa farm falls within that exact value range.
Farmland markets are local. Values can change substantially from one county to another and even between neighboring farms.
Soil productivity is one factor. Buyers may also consider the percentage of tillable acres, drainage, field shape, road access, location, improvements, tenancy, recreational value, development potential, and how well a property fits an existing farming operation.
That is why recent local sales are generally more useful than relying on a single statewide average when evaluating a farm.
Does a Higher CSR2 Always Mean a Higher Farmland Price?
No. A higher CSR2 does not automatically mean a farm will sell for more money.
This week’s Iowa farmland auction results provide a good example.
The 185-acre Plymouth County farm had a reported tillable CSR2 of 46.9 and sold for $17,100 per acre. Meanwhile, several farms with substantially higher CSR2 ratings sold for lower prices.
CSR2 is an important measure of Iowa soil productivity, but buyers evaluate much more than soil ratings.
A property’s location and the number of motivated buyers competing at auction can have a major impact on the final price.
What Do These Iowa Farmland Auction Results Mean for Sellers?
For Iowa farmland owners, the August 8–14 results reinforce the importance of evaluating a property individually before deciding to sell.
A nearby auction can provide useful information, but simply multiplying your acres by another farm’s price per acre may not provide an accurate estimate of value.
Landowners should compare their property based on soil quality, tillable acres, drainage, location, access, improvements, farmability, tenancy, and recent comparable farmland sales.
The method used to market and sell the property can also matter. Creating competition among qualified buyers is especially important when selling an asset as valuable as farmland.
Understanding the Iowa Farmland Market
Whitaker Marketing Group continually follows Iowa farmland auction results to understand what buyers are paying across the state.
Tracking individual sales helps identify differences between counties, soil qualities, tract sizes, and land types. More importantly, it provides landowners with current market information when they are considering an auction or farmland sale.
Weekly auction results are only one piece of the valuation process. A complete farmland evaluation should consider recent comparable sales along with the unique characteristics of the property.
Are You Considering Selling Iowa Farmland?
If you are thinking about selling farmland in Iowa, understanding recent Iowa farmland auction results can help you make a more informed decision.
Whitaker Marketing Group specializes in farmland auctions and land sales throughout Iowa and the Midwest. We combine current farmland sales data with extensive marketing and competitive auction strategies to help landowners position their property in today’s market.
Whether you are considering an auction, traditional listing, or simply want to understand what your farmland may be worth, our team can help you evaluate your options.
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