Fremont County Iowa Farmland Value Profile
- The average value of farmland in Fremont County is $10,139 per acre which is up $235 from 2022 to 2023.
- The average price of tillable farmland per CSR2 point in Fremont County is $125.17 for 2023 land auctions.
- Fremont County is ranked #79 in the state of Iowa in average dollars per acre for tillable farmland.
- The highest sale of farmland in Fremont County in 2023 was $15,000 per acre.
| Location | Southwest, Iowa |
|---|---|
| County Size | 511 sq. miles |
| Total Acres | 318,355 |
| Cropland Acres | 268,447 |
| Average Price Per Acre Farmland | $10,139 |
| Average Price Per Acre for Southwest, IA | $9,505 |
| CSR2 Weighted Average | 72.1 |
| CSR2 Cropland Average | 81 |
| State Average CSR2 | 68.6 |
| Average Price per CSR2 | $125.17 |
| Average County Rent | $257 |
| Rent Range | $209 - $306 |
| Average rent for Southwest, Iowa | $265 |
| Rent per CSR2 Point | $3.21 |
| Improved Permanent Pasture | $101 |
| Unimproved Permanent Pasture | $66 |
| Stalk Grazing per Acre | $9 |
| Hunting Rights per Acre | $11 |
Towns: Farragut, Riverton, Thurman, Tabor, Sidney, Randolph, Imogene, Hamburg, Shenandoah
Unincorporated Areas: Bartlett, McPaul, Percival
Townships: Scott, Green, Riverside, Monroe, Walnut, Prairie, Sidney, Benton, Riverton, Fisher, Locust Grove, Madison, Washington
History:
Fremont County Iowa was established on January 15, 1847, and it is named after John C. Frémont, an American military officer, explorer, and politician who played a significant role in the expansion of the United States in the 19th century.
The county seat of Fremont County is Sidney. Like many counties in Iowa, Fremont County has its roots in agriculture. The fertile soil and favorable climate made it suitable for farming, and agriculture has been a key economic driver for the area.
One notable aspect of Fremont County’s history is its connection to the Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail. In the mid-19th century, thousands of Mormons traveled through the county as part of their westward migration to Utah. The trail passed through Iowa, and Fremont County was one of the areas that witnessed the movement of these pioneers.
Over the years, Fremont County has experienced changes and developments, contributing to the broader history of Iowa. The county’s landscape, shaped by the Missouri River and its tributaries, has played a role in its economic and cultural development. Today, Fremont County continues to be a part of Iowa’s diverse and dynamic history.
Fremont County Iowa Farmland Sales Resources
- Fremont County Iowa Website
- Fremont County Assessor GIS Website
- Land Prices on our Iowa Farmland Prices Heatmap
- Free E-Book on How to Sell Land
- Find an Iowa Estate Attorney
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