Barron County
Barron County Wisconsin land for sale. Hunting land, recreational property, and farm acreage in northwestern Wisconsin. Work with Erica Lawton.
About Barron County
Barron County sits in northwestern Wisconsin, about 90 minutes northeast of the Twin Cities. This is a diverse rural property market with productive dairy farms, wooded hunting land, recreational parcels, and a growing number of rural homesites. The county is known for its lakes, rolling hills, and mix of agriculture and recreation.
Land buyers here are typically looking for affordable hunting parcels, recreational acreage near the many area lakes, and hobby farms with good access to Twin Cities amenities. Barron County offers some of the best value in northwestern Wisconsin for rural property, with strong demand from both local and out-of-area buyers.
For sellers, Barron County offers consistent demand across multiple property types. I help sellers identify the strongest buyer pool and market accordingly.
What Buyers Are Searching For in Barron County
Buyers come to Barron County looking for specific features.
Hunting land with mixed timber, wetlands, and agricultural edges for diverse wildlife
Recreational parcels near the Red Cedar River, Chain of Lakes, and county parks
Dairy and crop farms with productive tillable ground and good infrastructure
Hobby farms and small acreage with buildings and fencing
Rural homesites within commuting distance of Rice Lake and Twin Cities
Building sites with road frontage, utilities, and good access
What Sellers Should Know in Barron County
Here is what I tell sellers in Barron County.
Barron County hunting parcels with habitat diversity attract the strongest buyer interest and premium prices.
Properties near the Chain of Lakes or Red Cedar River command higher prices for recreational use.
Dairy operations with modern infrastructure are in demand from expanding farming operations.
Smaller parcels under 40 acres draw the strongest demand from out-of-area recreational buyers.
Twin Cities proximity adds value. Highlight drive time to the metro in your marketing.
I market Barron County properties through both agricultural and recreational channels.
Barron County Market Snapshot
Market conditions change. These ranges are a starting point for discussion.
Median List Price
$80,000 to $400,000
Price Per Acre
$3,000 to $7,000 per acre
Common Acreage
10 to 40 acres (recreational); 40 to 160 acres (farm)
Avg. Days on Market
60 to 180 days
Most Common Buyer Type
Recreational buyers, hunters, and farmers from northwestern Wisconsin and the Twin Cities
Nearby Towns, Lakes & Recreation
Barron County sits near these communities and recreation areas.
Rice Lake
City
Barron
City
Chetek
Town / Lake Country
Cumberland
Town / Island City
Red Cedar River
River / Fishing
Chain of Lakes (Chetek Area)
Lakes / Recreation
Lake Chetek
Lake / Recreation
Blue Hills
Recreation Area
Barron County Forest
County Forest
Rice Lake ATV Trail System
ATV / Off-Road
Related Blog Posts
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Selling Land in Barron County?
Selling land in Barron County? Strong recreational demand and Twin Cities buyer interest make this a solid market. I know how to position your property.
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