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Type:
Online Auction
Time:
9/24/2026 - 10:00AM
Location:
Call Ryan Backes, Broker at Backes Real Estate for personal viewing at 319.240.5039
8231 Ford Road
Cedar Falls, IA, 50613
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Summary:
Located just outside of Cedar Falls, this approximately 29-acre property offers an outstanding opportunity to own a unique stretch of recreational land along the Cedar River. Heavily wooded with the river winding directly through the property, this tract provides an impressive setting for hunting, fishing, wildlife, and year-round outdoor recreation. The property features extensive timber and substantial Cedar River frontage, with natural river bends and sandbars adding to its recreational appeal. The combination of timber, water, and surrounding agricultural ground creates excellent wildlife habitat and makes this an attractive property for the outdoor enthusiast. Whether you're looking for your own hunting ground, a place to fish and enjoy the river, or simply a recreational property to call your own, this tract has plenty to offer. One of the property's strongest features is its location. Situated at 8231 Ford Road, the acreage provides the feel and recreational opportunities of a secluded river property while remaining conveniently located near Cedar Falls and Waterloo. The property consists of Black Hawk County Parcel Nos. 901410426001 and 901410426003 and will be sold together as one tract. Bidding will be conducted on a per-acre basis, with the successful bid multiplied by the announced acreage to determine the total purchase price. 29± Acres • Cedar River • Timber • Hunting • Fishing • Recreation A hard-to-find opportunity to purchase a sizeable Cedar River recreational property in Black Hawk County.
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- This 29± acre Cedar River property offers a unique opportunity to own a heavily wooded recreational tract just outside of Cedar Falls. The Cedar River winds directly through the property, providing an attractive setting for hunting, fishing, wildlife, and outdoor recreation. The property features extensive timber, river frontage, natural sandbar areas, and excellent wildlife habitat surrounded by agricultural land. Its location provides the feel of a secluded recreational property while remaining conveniently located near Cedar Falls and Waterloo. The property consists of Black Hawk County Parcel Nos. 901410426001 and 901410426003 and will be sold together as one tract. Bidding will be conducted on a per-acre basis using 29 acres as the multiplier. A 10% Buyer's Premium will be added to the final bid amount. An abandoned dwelling is located on the property and is considered unsafe and in need of demolition. Entry into the dwelling is prohibited. Some miscellaneous debris and personal property may remain on the property and will become the responsibility of the Buyer. Portions of the property are located within the regulatory floodway, with the remaining portions located within designated floodplain areas. Online auction closes September 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
Real Estate Auction Terms & Conditions
- REAL ESTATE AUCTION TERMS & CONDITIONS
Property Location: 8231 Ford Road, Cedar Falls, Iowa
Seller: Spring Creek Inc.
Parcel Numbers: 901410426001 & 901410426003
Property: 29± Acres
1. AUCTION DATE & TIME
This will be an online-only real estate auction. The auction will start to close on Thursday September 24, 2026 at 10:00 AM.
2. AUCTION METHOD
The property consists of Black Hawk County Parcel Nos. 901410426001 and 901410426003 and will be offered together as one tract. The parcels will not be offered separately.
Property consists of 29 acres m/l per assessor information and FSA maps. The successful bid price per acre will be multiplied by 29 acres to determine the final bid amount.
3. SELLER APPROVAL
The sale is subject to Seller's approval of the final bid amount. Seller reserves the right to accept or reject the final bid.
4. BUYER'S PREMIUM
A 10% Buyer's Premium will be added to the final bid amount to determine the total purchase price.
5. EARNEST MONEY
The 10% Buyer's Premium will be held as non-refundable earnest money upon acceptance of the successful bid and will be credited toward the total purchase price at closing.
The successful bidder will be required to execute a Real Estate Purchase Agreement following acceptance of the final bid.
6. FINANCING
The sale is not contingent upon financing. Buyers are responsible for making all necessary financial arrangements prior to bidding.
7. CLOSING
Closing shall take place on or before 30 days following the auction date, unless otherwise agreed upon by Buyer and Seller.
The balance of the purchase price will be due in full at closing.
8. POSSESSION
Possession will be given to the Buyer at closing.
9. REAL ESTATE TAXES
Real estate taxes will be prorated to the date of closing.
10. PROPERTY CONDITION
The real estate is being sold AS IS, WHERE IS, with no warranties or guarantees expressed or implied.
An abandoned dwelling is located on the property and is considered unsafe and in need of demolition. Prospective buyers are advised not to enter the dwelling. The dwelling and any other improvements on the property are being conveyed in their present condition, and the Seller and Auction Company make no representations or warranties regarding their condition, structural integrity, habitability, utilities, systems, or future use.
The Buyer will accept the abandoned dwelling in its present condition and will assume responsibility for any future demolition, removal, disposal, permits, costs, or other requirements associated with the structure following closing.
Some miscellaneous debris and personal property may remain on the property at the time of closing. Any remaining items will be conveyed with the real estate in their present condition and will become the sole responsibility of the Buyer. Seller will not be responsible for the removal or disposal of any remaining debris or personal property.
Prospective buyers are encouraged to inspect the property and conduct any investigations they deem necessary prior to bidding; however, entry into the abandoned dwelling is prohibited.
11. ACREAGE
For purposes of the auction and calculation of the purchase price, 29 acres will be used as the acreage multiplier. The successful bid price per acre will be multiplied by 29 acres to determine the final bid amount.
The property is being sold based upon the stated 29-acre multiplier and not based upon a subsequent survey or measurement. No adjustment to the purchase price will be made based upon any subsequent determination of acreage.
12. PROPERTY BOUNDARIES
Any aerial photographs, parcel maps, boundary lines, or other illustrations used in advertising are approximate and are provided for informational purposes only. Such materials are not surveys and should not be relied upon to establish exact property boundaries. It will be at buyers’ expense if survey is required.
13. FLOODPLAIN & FLOODWAY
The property is located along the Cedar River. Portions of the property are located within the regulatory floodway, with the remaining portions located within designated floodplain areas.
Buyers are responsible for conducting their own investigation regarding FEMA floodplain and floodway designations, applicable regulations, permitted uses, building restrictions, river conditions, and any other restrictions affecting the property.
Prospective buyers are encouraged to contact Black Hawk County Planning & Zoning and review the applicable FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps prior to bidding.
14. ZONING & PROPERTY USE
Buyers are responsible for determining whether the property is suitable for their intended use and for verifying all applicable zoning, building, floodplain, environmental, and governmental regulations prior to bidding.
No representations are being made by the Seller or Auction Company regarding the property's suitability for building or development.
15. EASEMENTS & RESTRICTIONS
The property will be conveyed subject to all existing easements, restrictions, covenants, rights-of-way, and other matters of record.
16. INSPECTION & DUE DILIGENCE
All inspections and due diligence must be completed prior to bidding. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have inspected the property to their satisfaction or have elected not to do so and are relying upon their own investigation.
17. TITLE
Seller shall provide marketable title to the property, subject to permitted exceptions, easements, restrictions, rights-of-way, and other matters of record.
18. BIDDING
All bids are considered binding. The Auction Company reserves the right to establish bidding increments, resolve disputed bids, and correct any errors or technical issues that may occur during the auction.
The successful bidder will be required to enter into a Real Estate Purchase Agreement following Seller's acceptance of the final bid.
19. AGENCY
Backes Auctioneers & Real Estate represents the Seller exclusively in this transaction.
20. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Any announcements or modifications made by the Auction Company prior to the close of bidding shall take precedence over previously published or advertised information.
All information is believed to be accurate; however, neither the Seller nor Auction Company makes any warranties or guarantees as to its accuracy. Buyers are responsible for conducting their own due diligence and verifying all information prior to bidding.
