Iowa farmland values continue to demonstrate resilience as recent auction data from multiple counties shows strong prices for quality tillable ground. Recent farmland sales across Iowa between March 7th and March 13th, 2026 highlight how productivity, location, and development potential continue to influence land values across the state.
The most recent sales included farmland transactions in Cass, Sioux, Adams, Wapello, Polk, Harrison, Ringgold, Black Hawk, Clinton, Boone, Worth, Pottawattamie, and Carroll counties. Prices ranged widely depending on CSR2 soil ratings, tillable acres, irrigation, and development potential.
Interested in last week’s results? Click Here: Iowa Land Auction Results February 28 – March 6, 2026
Recent Iowa Farmland Auction Results
The following land sales illustrate the range of farmland prices currently being achieved in Iowa auctions:
- Sioux County — 162.83 acres sold for $17,100 per acre with an 88.5 CSR2 rating.
- Carroll County — 77.11 acres sold for $17,700 per acre with an 84.1 CSR2 rating.
- Boone County — 87.72 acres sold for $16,600 per acre with an 89.3 CSR2 rating.
- Black Hawk County — two farms sold for $13,073 and $10,028 per acre.
- Cass County — farms sold for $8,700 and $8,200 per acre.
- Harrison County irrigated farmland sold for $8,700 per acre.
- Ringgold County CRP farmland sold for $4,800 per acre.
What These Iowa Farmland Sales Tell Us About the Market
These recent land auction results show several important trends across Iowa farmland markets.
High CSR2 Farms Continue to Command Premium Prices
High productivity farms remain the strongest segment of the land market. Several farms with CSR2 ratings in the mid-to-high 80s exceeded $16,000 per acre, particularly in Sioux, Boone, and Carroll counties.
Location and Competition Still Matter
Counties with strong local farming demand and competitive bidding environments continue to push farmland values higher. Areas with strong agricultural infrastructure and local farmer buyers remain some of the most competitive auction environments.
Lower CSR2 or Mixed Use Land Shows Wider Price Range
Properties with lower CSR2 ratings, CRP acres, irrigation, or development potential showed wider price ranges. For example, Ringgold County CRP farmland sold for $4,800 per acre while other farms exceeded $17,000 per acre depending on soil quality and land use.
Development Land Activity Near Polk County
Several tracts in Polk County were categorized as development-tillable properties. While sale prices were not publicly disclosed, these tracts featured CSR2 ratings ranging from 77.5 to 88.4 and acreage sizes from roughly 62 to 218 acres. Land with development potential near metro areas such as Des Moines often attracts a different buyer pool including investors and developers.
Average Land Value Indicators from These Sales
While farmland values vary widely depending on location and soil productivity, this recent set of transactions suggests:
- High-quality Iowa farmland continues trading between $16,000 and $18,000 per acre.
- Average productive farmland commonly falls between $8,000 and $13,000 per acre.
- Lower productivity or CRP farmland can trade closer to $4,000 to $6,000 per acre.
These ranges reinforce the importance of evaluating each farm individually based on soil productivity, drainage, access, and market demand.
Why Farmland Auctions Continue to Set Market Value
Farmland auctions remain one of the most transparent ways to determine true market value for agricultural land. Competitive bidding allows farmers, investors, and landowners to discover real-time pricing based on supply and demand.
Recent auctions across Iowa demonstrate that when high-quality land becomes available, buyers are still willing to compete aggressively.
Thinking About Selling Farmland?
If you are considering selling farmland in Iowa or the Midwest, understanding current land values is essential. Auction marketing often creates strong competition among buyers and helps landowners capture full market value.
The team at Whitaker Marketing Group specializes in farmland auctions, land marketing, and farmland valuation across Iowa and the Midwest.
Contact Whitaker Marketing Group today to discuss your land and learn what it may be worth in today’s market.
