Latest RLI Iowa Land Values Survey: March 2026 Results
Latest REALTORS® Land Institute Iowa Chapter Land Values Survey Results The REALTORS® Land Institute – Iowa Chapter has released the March 2026 Land Trends and Values Survey, providing valuable insights into current farmland market conditions across Iowa. The survey gathers input from land professionals including farm managers, real estate brokers, lenders, and agricultural attorneys who […]
Iowa Land Auction Results: February 14–20, 2026 Weekly Update
For a look at the previous week’s results, see our Iowa Land Auction Results February 7–13, 2026 Iowa land auction results from February 14–20, 2026, provide farmland owners with a clear view of buyer demand, pricing trends, and current market conditions across the state. This week’s activity included primarily tillable tracts, along with CRP acreage […]
Iowa Land Auction Results February 7–13, 2026
For a look at the previous week’s results, see our Iowa Land Auction Results January 31st – February 6th, 2026 Iowa land auction results from February 7–13, 2026, provide farmland owners with a clear view of buyer demand, pricing trends, and current market conditions across the state. This week’s activity included tillable, CRP, development-influenced, and […]
Iowa Land Auction Results January 31st – February 6th, 2026
For a look at the previous week’s results, see our Statewide Iowa Land Auctions January 24–30, 2026 Iowa land auction results from January 31st – February 6th, 2026 provide farmland owners with a clear snapshot of how buyers are responding to tillable land across the state. Using verified auction data from multiple Iowa counties, this […]
ISU Land Value Survey vs a Custom Land Valuation: What’s Best for Your Farm in Iowa
When you’re trying to understand what your land is worth — whether for selling, estate planning, financing, or just making decisions — you’ve got options. Two common tools are: -The Iowa State University Land Value Survey (“ISU Survey” or “ISU Land Value Survey”) -A custom land valuation or full appraisal tailored to your parcel They […]
Statewide Iowa Land Auctions January 24–30, 2026
For a look at the previous week’s results, see our Iowa Land Auction Prices, January 20–23, 2026. Statewide Iowa land auctions from January 27–30, 2026 provide farmland owners with a clear snapshot of how buyers are responding to different land types across the state. Using verified auction data from multiple counties, this weekly update helps […]
Iowa Farmland Values 2026: What Today’s Market Means for Sellers
Iowa farmland values 2026 remain near historic highs, creating an important decision point for landowners considering a sale. While the farmland market has cooled slightly from its peak, strong equity, active local buyers, and stable demand continue to shape favorable conditions for sellers across Iowa and the Midwest. Iowa Land Values Remain Historically Strong Iowa […]
Farm Income History: How Sharing Past Yield Records Affects Buyer Decisions
When it comes to selling farmland in Iowa and across the Midwest, one of the most influential factors in a buyer’s decision is farm income history. Buyers want to know not just the number of acres or CSR2 score, but how the farm has actually performed over time. Sharing past yield records—corn, soybeans, or other […]
November 2025 Iowa Farmland Values and Market Update
November 2025 Iowa Farmland Market Update As the year approaches its final month, the November farmland numbers show a noticeable pullback across all land classes following a strong run through the fall. Even with the softening in values, the broader market remains healthy, and prices are still above where they stood one year ago. Below […]
The Impact of Interest Rates on Farmland Values in Iowa
When buying or selling farmland in Iowa, interest rates are one of the most powerful forces shaping land values. For landowners, farmers, and investors, understanding how rates impact farmland prices is key to making smart decisions in today’s market. Whether you plan to sell, auction, or invest in Iowa farmland, knowing how interest rates influence […]
