Located just 5 miles from Columbus, this 6.49± acre tract offers the perfect opportunity for those looking to enjoy country living without sacrificing convenience. Situated only 1/4 mile off Highway 81, this property provides quick and easy access while maintaining a quiet and peaceful rural setting.    The land is flat and fully established in grass, making it ideal for a variety of uses including a future homesite, shouse, or hobby farm. A well-established windbreak along the south boundary adds both privacy and protection from the elements.    A newly installed culvert provides direct access into the property, and electrical service is available at the road. A recent survey has also been completed, giving buyers added confidence and clarity to boundary lines.    Whether you're looking to build your dream home, invest in a small acreage, or secure a manageable piece of land close to town, this property checks all the boxes.    Don't miss this opportunity to own a clean acreage in a highly desirable location.

Hard to Find Small Acreage Near Columbus

Tucked just off Highway 275 and only 4 miles east of Norfolk, this one-of-a-kind 57± acre property offers unmatched privacy, alluring views, and a beautifully crafted home overlooking almost the entire property.  The 3 bed, 3.5 bath ranch-style home, built in 1972, offers 1,904 sq ft on the main floor, with a full (partially finished) basement and an open-concept layout. Unique architectural touches are everywhere-from the exposed ceiling beams that span the main living area to the handmade custom kitchen cabinets and one of a kind matching dining table built by Jim Gardell, all the way down to the vintage square head nails. This captivating home was built to stand the test of time.  A centrally located fireplace, fed from both levels, features historic brick salvaged from Main Street in Wayne, NE, adding even more character and is also heated by a newer furnace that was installed four years ago. You'll also find new carpet in the living, dining, master bedroom and upstairs loft area,  a newly remodeled master bath with Onyx shower and vanity, and heated floors. The unique loft overlooks the open kitchen/dining/living area below. There are an additional two bonus rooms located in the lower level as well as a unique butlers kitchen off the attached two car garage. The water is fed from a private well that was replaced approximately 10 years ago and is heated by two 40-gallon water heaters. Outside, enjoy a covered front patio addition and charming front porch-perfect for relaxing or entertaining while taking in the quiet surroundings.   Outdoors, the land is a recreational dream-rolling timber with deer and turkey, offering excellent hunting right out your back door. There's two old pond beds on the property that could easily be revived with some dirt work as well as a fully functional windmill. The possibilities of adding a back deck overlooking the Elkhorn River Valley and your entire property-you can truly see for miles.  Additional Improvements include a 40x60 metal shop (built 1992) and mostly concrete flooring, plus a 20x56 older utility building for extra storage or equipment. The home overlooks nearly the entire property, giving you incredible views of your own private slice of paradise.  Despite the peaceful seclusion, you're still conveniently located-only 1 hour 15 minutes from Sioux City and 1.5 hours from Omaha, making it easy to access city amenities while enjoying the quiet of the country.  Tract 1 may be sold individually or in combination with Tracts 2 and/or 3. If sold separately from Tract 2, a survey will be completed prior to closing.

Custom Ranch Style Home on 57 Timbered Acres

Located less than 15 minutes west of Columbus, Nebraska, this 215+/- acre tract offers an ideal mix of income-producing pasture and premier recreational opportunity with direct access to the scenic Loup River. With approximately 160 acres of clean, well-maintained pasture and roughly 54 acres of timber, this farm is a great package for cattlemen, investors, and outdoorsmen alike. There's also additional acres of accretion ground along the river that adds value and character to the tract, offering additional wildlife habitat and space for recreation.    The timber consists primarily of mature cottonwoods and cedars, with a dense stand of younger willows on the northern edge that provides excellent bedding and security cover for the whitetails. This area has a strong history of producing quality deer and turkey, as the Loup River corridor only enhances the wildlife potential. A small pond on the property offers a water source for both livestock and wildlife, while additional recreational opportunities are available with direct river access for kayaking, fishing, four-wheeling, or jeeping. Several natural clearings within the timber would make ideal food plot locations, allowing a new owner to easily transform this into a prime hunting destination.    Roughly 75% of the perimeter fencing was replaced in 2019, and the current tenant typically runs around 35 cow/calf pairs each season, providing additional income. The pasture is clean and well-managed, ready for continued grazing.    The property sits on an inside corner of a gravel road, creating a sense of privacy that's hard to find this close to town. Only 10 miles from Columbus, the last 1.5 miles to the farm are gravel-everything else is paved highway. Once on the property, access to the timber from both the north and south allows hunters to play the wind and pressure smartly.    Whether you're looking for a well-rounded pasture unit with income potential, a private riverfront hunting getaway, or a property to develop into your dream wildlife haven, this farm checks a lot of boxes.

Pasture &amp; Riverfront Combo - 215± Acres West of Columbus, NE

If you've been looking for the perfect hunting getaway that combines comfort, seclusion, and incredible habitat, this is it. Located just south of Lynch, Nebraska in Holt County, this 66± acre property checks every box for the serious outdoorsman.    The land is a beautiful mix of native warm-season grasses and timbered creek bottoms, offering that classic blend of cover and open views. Roughly 43 acres are in warm-season grasses that were once CRP, with the balance in mature timber and a home site that sits high above the valley. The rolling topography creates a scenic backdrop, with Redbird Creek winding through the bottoms, a natural travel corridor for deer and turkey that makes this place truly special.     Built in 2015, the 2-bedroom, 1-bath hunting cabin was designed with both comfort and views in mind. The cabin features a full kitchen, living area, and a wood-burning fireplace, perfect for relaxing after a day in the field. Step outside to a wrap-around wood deck that overlooks the entire property and the timbered creek valley below. It's the kind of view that makes you want to stay awhile. A 24x30 shop with concrete floors and power (built in 2023) provides plenty of space for ATVs, hunting gear, and equipment storage. The property also includes a private well, septic, and all the modern amenities to make your stay as comfortable as it is convenient.    Hunters will appreciate the fully irrigated 1± acre food plot, complete with a buried water line and sprinkler system tied into the house. It's a unique feature that will keep your plot green even in dry years, drawing in whitetails and turkeys from the surrounding properties. There is also a mix of planted apple, pear and chestnut trees, all fed from a drip line that you can control from your phone, giving this farm even more of a wildlife forage advantage.     This turnkey setup is ideal for someone looking for a ready-to-enjoy property with no work left to do. Whether you're after a weekend retreat, a family hunting camp, or a long-term investment in one of Nebraska's most scenic areas, this Redbird Creek gem delivers the best of all worlds.

Turnkey Hunting Retreat Along the Redbird Creek

Secluded, yet conveniently located, this 77.30± acre farm in Nance County, Nebraska offers the perfect balance of income production and outdoor recreation. Just 15 minutes from Fullerton and 45 minutes from Columbus, the property is easily accessible with direct county road access on the southwest corner, while still offering privacy and security.    The farm features approximately 30± acres of tillable ground, historically in alfalfa and recently transitioned to corn. The seller is open to leasing back the tillable acres after the sale, providing the new owner with annual income-a great advantage for a recreational farm.    The remaining acres are primarily bur oak and cedar timber, with deep wooded draws and north- and south-facing hillsides that provide excellent habitat for wildlife. A newly constructed pond lies within the timber, offering a year-round water source for wildlife. To enhance hunting opportunities, the property has been thoughtfully developed with an oversized trail system, two newly established 1/4 acre food plots on the north side, and a brand-new Hawk enclosed blind overlooking the food plots all while being surrounded by destination ag fields.    This farm is located in an area well-known for producing quality whitetails and good numbers of turkey, and it is set up and ready to hunt this fall. Whether you're looking for a turn-key hunting property or a quiet retreat, this farm has you covered. Utilities are also within reach, with electric located at the property entrance, making it an ideal spot for a cabin, home, or camper setup during hunting season.    Unlike typical hunting tracts, this farm combines row crop income, prime wildlife habitat, and thoughtful improvements and great access, making it a rare opportunity in east-central Nebraska.

Timber Ridge - 77± Acres of Row Crop &amp; Hunting in Nance County,

This 161 ± acre recreational farm in Knox County, Nebraska, offers a great blend of rolling pasture and timbered hillsides, with natural springs that quietly wind through the draws. Located near Verdel and just a 20-minute drive west of Niobrara, the property provides direct gravel-road access on the southeast side and sits in an area long regarded to produce excellent whitetail and turkey hunting.    A good mixture of both hard and soft wood timber create excellent wildlife diversity while the open pastures make the entire farm easy to navigate by foot or ATV. The land has a versatile history, having supported hay production, grazing, and even row crops in years past, and it remains fully perimeter-fenced. A tenant currently grazes the farm and would gladly continue for additional income.    Natural springs supply water and offer excellent potential for developing a pond on the north side of the property. Both a well and electric service are already in place near the entrance, making it simple to build a hunting cabin or new home, making it the ultimate hunting getaway. An existing farmhouse remains on the property and is being sold in as-is condition. From the hills, sweeping views across portions of the Niobrara River valley unfold in every direction, with the Niobrara River only two miles to the south and the Missouri River five miles to the north and Niobrara State Park just down the highway, the area offers a multitude of other recreational activities.     The farm's unique meandering bowl-shaped layout provides multiple vantage points, exceptional hunting access and natural funnels, creating endless opportunities for food plots and other hunting enhancements. The large grass covered hillsides overlooking the open bottoms create several optimal food plot locations. With a blank canvas, abundant wildlife, and room to expand or build, this is a true Knox County gem ready for its next chapter.

161+/- Acre Knox County Hunting Farm with Power &amp; Water

Positioned just 4 miles east of Norfolk with direct access to Highway 275, this 86± acre tract offers an excellent blend of agriculture, residential potential, and future development potential. With rolling topography, clean open views, and several prime build sites, this property is a rare location for those looking to invest, build, or expand.  The property is fully fenced and currently utilized for grazing and hay production, with a history of farming in years past. Some areas have already been terraced, and with additional prep work, parts of the tract could potentially be returned to row crop use.  Zoned Transitional Agriculture (TA-1), this property allows for flexibility in both rural living and development. The property presents a unique opportunity for potential mixed-use development, especially when paired with neighboring Tract 3. Together, these two tracts form a highly desirable footprint.  The landscape is wide open, offering great views and several excellent locations for a custom home or barndominium. Whether you're looking to expand your cattle operation, return to tillable acres, build a private estate, or invest in future growth, this farm checks all the boxes.  Tract 2 may be sold individually or in combination with Tracts 1 and/or 3. If sold separately from Tract 1, a survey will be completed prior to closing.

Stanton County 86

Located just 4 miles east of Norfolk and only 1/2 mile off Highway 275, this 40± acre tract blends convenience with the peace and privacy of the countryside. With a mix of mature timber, grass hay meadow, and rolling topography, this property is an ideal setting for both a secluded dream home and a year-round recreational retreat.    Deer have been jumped every time the property has been visited, and the sellers confirm that wild turkeys are regularly seen as well. The timber and natural terrain provide great bedding areas and travel corridors leading to adjacent ag fields. With the addition of a few food plots or blinds, this tract could be easily elevated into a great hunting property for both archery and rifle seasons.    The land is fully fenced, having previously been used for cattle grazing and hay production. A seasonal dry creek cuts through the property, adding visual interest and serving as a natural water channel during rainfall events. The elevation changes and views from the higher points make for a picture-perfect setting for a new home overlooking your own piece of land.    Multiple build sites exist throughout the property, giving you flexibility depending on your vision-whether it's a custom home, a weekend hunting cabin, or even a future barndominium. The TA-1 Transitional Ag zoning allows for a variety of uses, and for those with an eye toward development, there's also potential to pursue a mixed-use development with access off 560th Avenue (subject to county approval).    Whether you're looking to build, hunt, invest, or just escape to the outdoors, this tract offers the best of all worlds-close to town, great views, and full of potential.    Tract 3 may be sold individually or in combination with Tracts 1 and/or 2.

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