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68948 Troublesome Creek Rd. Atlantic, IA 50022 - $535,000
Contact Abby Rasmussen at 712-249-1311.
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Square Feet- 2,692
Lot Size- 5.9 acres (Survey Nov. 2025)
County- Cass
Exterior- HardiPlank Cement
Roof- Asphalt & Metal (2023)
Bedrooms- 3+
Baths- 2 Full (+ shower in basement)
Furnace- Geothermal
AC- Geothermal AC
Mini-Split Heat Pump in Sunroom
Basement- Full, unfinished, cellar door to outside
Sewer- Septic (May 2026)
Appliances- Refrigerator, range/oven, dishwasher, microwave, disposal, 1800s wood cookstove, washer, dryer. Included in Basement: Freezer, washer, dryer

Here is your chance to buy a piece of Iowa history! Move-in ready, updated, original 2 story 2,692 sq. ft. farmhouse on 5.9 acre partially wooded corner parcel. 3 bedrooms with possible 4th on main floor, 2 full bathrooms (1 main, 1 up), extra shower in basement. Current owners have resided in the home for 47 years, lovingly caring for every aspect of the acreage! The farm was the subject of the Academy Award Nominated Film “Troublesome Creek: A Midwestern” and is well known for hosting numerous home and garden tours, open houses and events for the public.
The farm is located in Cass County, just off paved county road N28, 2.5 miles from I-80. Opportunity for hunting, small livestock raising and gardening. Excellent property for children to explore - woods, trails and playhouse. The home is not located near CAFO’s or wind farms. The new owners will know this is where their family belongs!
Many various updates including new sheeting, insulation, electrical, plumbing, sheetrock, windows, outdoor porches, composite flooring, woodwork and refinished original oak floors.
The acreage has been landscaped with meticulously cared for yard with retaining walls and multiple edged flower beds, fenced berry and asparagus patch, 13 rhubarb plants. Huge selection of established perennials, trees, vines and bushes including a blue spruce and cedar windbreak. Three original family antique implements adorn gardens. Also included on the acreage are walking trails into wooded parcel, partial pea rock path, newer sidewalks and driveway pad, new split rail fences and partially fenced main yard with original ornamental woven wire, 3 working hydrants and an insulated, heated doghouse.

Kitchen: Beautiful custom solid oak quarter sawn cabinets, large center island, built-in hutch, quartz countertops, luxury vinyl flooring tiles, updated appliances including dishwasher, smooth top range and oven, refrigerator, microwave and disposal. Functioning 1800s wood cookstove, breakfast nook and built-in counter bar.
Dining Room: Refinished original oak floors, built-in colonnade with display cabinets.
Four Season Sunroom: New construction insulated, carpeted with mini-split heat pump (heat + air). French doors to dining room with enclosed blinds, insulated new windows with cellular blinds, energy efficient wood burning stove. Leads to covered back deck with composite flooring, custom designed metal roof and stamped concrete patio with retaining walls.
Living Room: Beautiful red and gold original stained glass window with storm window.
Full Bath/Laundry: New construction with custom matching quarter sawn oak cabinetry, “Innermost” walk-in Onyx shower, main washer and dryer and pocket doors.
Office or Option 4th Bedroom: Fiber optic to home, storage closet, pocket doors.
Front Parlor: Refinished oak floors, built-in wall of bookshelves with storage, ornate original etched glass door.
Four Season Front Sitting Porch: New construction insulated carpeted and ducted. New energy efficient windows, cellular blinds
Master Bedroom Suite, Sunroom, Bath: Full bath with mirrored closet, heated in-floor ceramic tiles. Carpeted bedroom with full mirrored closet. Attached large 4-season sitting porch, insulated, carpeted, newer windows, ducted, blinds, new floral loveseat included.
Bedroom #1: Carpeted with built-in closets, drawers and window seat with storage, ceiling fan.
Bedroom #2: Carpeted with ceiling fan.
Basement: Block wall, limestone, unfinished, cellar door to outside. Sump pump with emergency battery backup. New construction stairs with built-in wall safe. Heavy duty storage shelves, working freezer, 2 updated water heaters for geothermal. Extra shower, 2nd washer and dryer.

Out Buildings:
40’ x 80‘ Machine Shed and Workout Room: 2-car garage with storage above, shelving units, locked, insulated storage closet with shelves, 16’ garage overhead door with opener, 14’ RV overhead door and outside 30 amp connection for RV and parking. Insulated workshop with built-in benches and cabinets, locking door to exterior and main machine shed, custom pull down steps to access top storage space. Heated, insulated exercise room with locking door. Shed partial cement floor, remainder gravel. 2 custom painted barn quilts.
Garden Shed ‘22: Quaint new construction, cement floor and entry pad, decorative windows, 8’ overhead garage door, shelving, fully wired. Attached covered sitting porch, cement, decorative lights.
Playhouse: Vintage children’s playhouse with newer windows, painted floor, newer asphalt roof.
1900’s 2-Seater Outhouse: Restored, newer asphalt roof.
Corn Crib Gazebo: Outdoor entertainment venue with cement floor, climbing morning glory, wisteria and solar lights.
Hog Building: 30‘ x 80’ with 8 stalls and full cement apron.
1867 Granary With Loft: Partial in-ground steel storage.

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NEW! - 2035 Littlefield Dr. Exira, IA 50076 - $489,000
18 Acres of Country Living & Recreation Just Outside Exira!
This one is more than an acreage - it's your own private playground! Located on a hard-surface road just outside of Exira, this 18-acre property offers an incredible combination of recreation, wildlife, and comfortable country living. Spend your days fishing in the pond, floating the property's own "lazy river," practicing your swing on the driving range, enjoying the shooting range, or exploring the walking paths throughout the acreage. Deer and other wildlife are frequent visitors, making this a truly special setting. Or, easily convert it to pasture if that's more your thing. The 2-bedroom, 2-bath home features an updated kitchen and bathrooms, including one with a tiled walk-in shower and another with a heated Jacuzzi tub. A large wrap-around deck gives you plenty of room to relax, entertain, and take in the peaceful surroundings. And, let's talk about the 60’ x 40' shed built in 2023. It offers a 3-car garage plus a man cave area that could be used for a variety of things on the main level, and a second story (30’ x 40') that could be finished into additional living quarters or whatever suits your needs.
Contact Abby Rasmussen at 712-249-1311.
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Taxes- $2,774/year (with credits)
Year Built- 1898
Square Feet- 1,862
Lot Size- 18 acres M/L
School District- Exira-EHK
County- Audubon
Exterior- Vinyl Siding
Roof- Asphalt (2016)
Garage- Detached 3-car
Bedrooms- 2
Baths- 2
Furnace- Forced Air, Propane (2010)
AC- Central Air (2010)
Water Heater- Gas (2015)
Basement- Crawlspace
Avg. Utilities- 235/mo (MidAmerican)
Water- Avoca Regional Water to house, Wall (easement) for water to spigots
Sewer-
Out Buildings- 60’ x 40’ Wick building (2023), 30’ x 16 small barn
Appliances- Refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, microwave hood, washer, dryer, TV, propane tank

2308 300th St. Exira, IA 50076 - Reduced to $398,000
The Farmhouse Dream, Upgraded: Scenic Views and Expansive Deck!
Home sweet home! This traditional farmhouse has a fresh coat of paint both inside and out and may be just what you're looking for to create your new homestead on 10 acres M/L with a big, beautiful barn that is ready to handle your livestock and pets. Located just a couple of miles outside of Exira, inside you'll find 4 bedrooms upstairs (plus a walk-up attic that could be finished off); main floor hosts the kitchen (with large pantry), dining room with great views to the south, the living room and a spacious 4 piece bathroom with designated laundry room. In the basement you'll find 9' poured foundation walls (2008) with a full bath, extra flex room, family room and a mud room that leads to the backyard. Enjoy the country views from the front porch looking west or the big deck with firepit to the west and watch the stars with the clearest night sky that only rural Iowa can provide. Other perks include fiber internet hook up available with Casey Telecom and 2 private wells (one has an easement to it and other could be hooked up), a pear and cherry trees, vinyl windows, updated electrical and an enclosed porch area that would make the perfect spot to expand the kitchen.
Contact Abby Rasmussen at 712-249-1311.
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Taxes- $1,818
Year Built- 1923
Square Feet- 1,820 main
Lot Size- 10.96 acres
School District- Exira-EHK
County- Audubon
Exterior- Wood Siding
Roof- Asphalt
Bedrooms- 4
Baths- 2
Furnace- Forced Air, Propane
AC- Central Air
Basement- 840 sq. ft., partially finished, walk-out
Water- 2 Wells (one has an easement to it and other could be hooked up)
Sewer- Septic
Out Buildings- Barn, small shed
Appliances- Refrigerator, oven, dishwasher, microwave, washer, dryer, hot water heater

2501 South Main Loop, Denison, IA 51442 - Sale Pending
Country living with the convenience of town. This 3 bedroom, 3 bath walkout ranch sits on approximately .75 acres on the South edge of Denison. The home features main floor laundry, two full baths and all 3 bedrooms on the main level. Enjoy your morning coffee on the front deck or relax on the back deck with peaceful, country views. An attached 2-car garage and large detached shop provide plenty of room for vehicles, storage, or hobbies. If you've been looking for the space and privacy of country living without sacrificing convenience, this property is one you won't want to miss. *Listing agent is related to the Seller.
Contact Abby Rasmussen at 712-249-1311.
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Taxes- $2,336
Year Built- 2006
Square Feet- 1,400
Lot Size- .75 acres
School District- Denison
County- Crawford
Exterior- Vinyl
Roof- Asphalt
Garage- Attached 2-car
Bedrooms- 3
Baths- 3
Furnace- Forced Air, Gas
AC- Central Air
Basement- Full
Water- City
Sewer- Septic
Out Buildings- Shop
Appliances- Refrigerator, oven, microwave, washer, dryer
Included- Cub Cadet Lawn Mower