Sell Farmland in Story County, IA
Whether you are retiring from farming, settling an estate, or simply ready to move on, selling farmland in Story County, Iowa does not have to take years. EasyOffer makes cash offers on agricultural land of all types and sizes.
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Market Snapshot: Story County, IA
Latest available data from public sources. Updated .
Median Home Value
$258,700
Census ACS 2024
Median Sale Price
$396,250
Redfin
Days on Market
54 days
Redfin
Population
102,498
+3.9% since 2020
U.S. Census
Home Price Index
+4.6% YoY
+4.6%
FHFA
Median Household Income
$69,685
Census ACS 2024
Land Area
573 sq mi
U.S. Census
Net Migration
-2,873 households
IRS SOI 2022
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.2%
Redfin
Unemployment Rate
4.8%
BLS
Property Tax
$3,632/yr
Census ACS 2024
Median Age
26.9 years
Census ACS 2024
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Census ACS 2024
| Metric | Value | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $258,700 | — | Census ACS 2024 |
| Median Sale Price | $396,250 | — | Redfin |
| Days on Market | 54 days | — | Redfin |
| Population | 102,498 | +3.9% since 2020 | U.S. Census |
| Home Price Index | +4.6% YoY | +4.6% | FHFA |
| Median Household Income | $69,685 | — | Census ACS 2024 |
| Land Area | 573 sq mi | — | U.S. Census |
| Net Migration | -2,873 households | — | IRS SOI 2022 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.2% | — | Redfin |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.8% | — | BLS |
| Property Tax | $3,632/yr | — | Census ACS 2024 |
| Median Age | 26.9 years | — | Census ACS 2024 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.2% | — | Census ACS 2024 |
Why Land Owners in Story County Choose EasyOffer
Story County spans 573 sq mi across Iowa with a population of 102,498, growing 3.9% since 2020. The median home value is $258,700 (Census ACS 2024). properties sell in a median of 54 days on the open market. 2,873 more households left Story County than moved in in 2022 (IRS data). the county has unemployment at 4.8% (BLS) and a poverty rate of 18.2%. property taxes average $3,632/year (Census ACS).
Farmland in Story County is valued differently than residential or commercial property. Soil productivity ratings, crop history, irrigation infrastructure, USDA program enrollment, and conservation easements all affect the price. Most realtors lack the expertise to properly market agricultural land, and farm-specific buyers often need seller financing. EasyOffer evaluates farmland based on its actual agricultural potential and makes a straightforward cash offer without the complications.
We also serve property owners in nearby Boone County, Marshall County, Polk County, and throughout Iowa.
About Story County
County Seat
Ames
Major Industries
The Story County economy is driven by Healthcare, Manufacturing, Retail Trade, Hospitality & Food Service, Construction.
School Districts
Ames Community School District, Nevada Community School District
How It Works
Selling farmland in Story County does not require a harvest season or a specialized broker. Here is how it works:
Tell Us About Your Property
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Get Your Cash Offer
We analyze your Story County property and send a fair, no-obligation offer.
Close and Get Paid
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Tell Us About Your Property
Enter your address and contact info. Takes 30 seconds.
Get Your Cash Offer
We analyze your Story County property and send a fair, no-obligation offer.
Close and Get Paid
Pick your closing date. We handle paperwork and pay all closing costs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is farmland value determined in Story County?
We evaluate farmland based on total acreage, soil productivity class, crop history, irrigation access, USDA program enrollment status, drainage, comparable agricultural land sales in Story County, and any existing improvements like barns or grain storage.
Can I sell farmland enrolled in USDA programs?
Yes. Land enrolled in CRP, EQIP, CSP, or other USDA programs can be sold. The buyer may assume the contract or the enrollment may end at closing, depending on program terms. We handle the coordination with your local FSA office.
What if there is an active farm tenant lease on the land?
We can buy farmland with existing tenant leases in Story County. The lease terms are reviewed during due diligence, and we work with both you and the tenant to ensure a smooth transition.
Do I need to sell farm equipment with the land?
No. We buy the land itself. Equipment, livestock, and personal property are separate transactions. You keep everything that is not attached to the real estate.
Is farmland taxed differently than other land in Iowa?
In most cases, yes. Iowa offers agricultural use assessments that reduce property taxes on qualifying farmland. The tax status and any rollback penalties are factored into our offer so there are no surprises.
Can I sell just part of my farmland in Story County?
Yes. If you want to sell a portion of your acreage and keep the rest, we can work with your surveyor to subdivide the parcel. We buy tracts of all sizes.
What Our Sellers Say
“My mom passed and I inherited her place in Antioch. It needed a ton of work and I live out of state so I couldn't deal with contractors or showings. They came out, looked at it, and had a number for me the next day. We closed in 9 days. The whole thing was so much easier than I expected.”
Inherited Property
“Honestly I was skeptical at first because I'd heard horror stories about cash buyers lowballing people. But they explained exactly how they came up with the number and it was fair. We were behind on payments and they got everything done in a week. No last-minute changes, no surprises at closing.”
Avoided Foreclosure
“My husband got transferred to Dallas and we had about three weeks to figure out the house. A friend told us about EasyOffer. They gave us a cash offer that same afternoon and worked around our move date. We closed 11 days later without having to do a single showing or open house.”
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