This farm is located between Alta Vista and Manhattan, sitting just a touch over a mile west of Highway 177. It has a lot to offer whether you are looking for additional cropland to expand your farming operation, a potential build site, or an investment opportunity. Nearly 86% of the acreage is currently in production and is 'open' to planting a spring crop. The soils consist of a mixture of class 2 and 3, providing good productivity for both row crops and wheat. The field is terraced with multiple waterways providing outlets for runoff. Two ponds provide water for wildlife and livestock if grazing crop residues are part of your operation. For the outdoor enthusiast, there are three draws on the south end of the farm, as well as a hedgerow and waterway along the north boundary, that can provide a travel corridor for deer and cover for bobwhite quail, predators, and small game. The ponds could provide a place to fish and may hold waterfowl at times throughout the fall. If building a wildlife mecca is one of your passions this farm has a foundation laid to build upon. This farm is within 20 miles of Manhattan and close to the new highway, making for a nice place to build your forever home. There are multiple locations that could provide an excellent place to build with plenty of room to roam. Contact the listing agent today to set up a tour of the farm!
The median home value in Alta Vista, KS is $139,900. This is lower than the county median home value of $191,100. The national median home value is $338,100. The average price of homes sold in Alta Vista, KS is $139,900. Approximately 55.14% of Alta Vista homes are owned, compared to 31.78% rented, while 13.08% are vacant. Alta Vista real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale. Commercial properties are also available. If you see a property you’re interested in, contact a Alta Vista real estate agent to arrange a tour today!
Alta Vista, Kansas has a population of 431. Alta Vista is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 31.67% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 35.44%.
The median household income in Alta Vista, Kansas is $45,833. The median household income for the surrounding county is $66,589 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Alta Vista is 39.7 years.
The average high temperature in July is 88.9 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 17.6 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 35.7 inches per year, with 16.8 inches of snow per year.