$2,500
16689 Applewood RoadCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
Farms and ranches · MLS 11872555 · Listed 142 days ago (Jun 10, 2026)
16 mi straight line to Crescent Hill at Hitchcock (local ski area) · Ski access details
For sale: On the market and available to show.
About this property
For Rent: Enjoy country living and convenience on this beautiful 2.39-acre property located in the Lewis Central School District. This 3 bed, 1.5 bath home features a 2-car attached garage. The property also includes a large steel building with an additional 3-car garage and workshop area, making it ideal for hobbies, storage, or projects. Animal owners will appreciate the lean-to building and chicken coop already in place. Conveniently located just minutes from Offutt AFB, Omaha, and Glenwood, IA. Rent is $2,500 per month with a $2,500 security deposit. No indoor pets allowed. Contact Kathryn for more information!
Description provided by the listing brokerage.
Ski access and nearby skiing
Why this listing is on Where2Ski: Measured distance to a ski area. It sits within 25 straight-line miles of an operating ski area's mapped entrance or base.
| Ski area | Type | Straight-line distance | Measured to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent Hill at HitchcockIA · homes near it | Local ski area | 16 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 5:15 PM UTC. Winter drives can take longer.
Ski access claims
The listing doesn't describe ski-in, ski-out, a short walk or a shuttle. The agent can tell you how owners get to the slopes.
Ski access is as described by the listing brokerage. Confirm trail access, easements and any pass or membership with Kathryn Aistrope of Jim Hughes Real Estate.
How listings qualify · Report a wrong distance or ski-access claim
Facts
- List price
- $2,500
- Status
- For sale
- Property type
- Farm or estate
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full baths
- 1
- Half baths
- 1
- Interior area
- 1,584 sq ft
- Lot size
- 2.39 acres
- Year built
- 1976
- County
- Pottawattamie County
- MLS number
- 11872555
Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.
Features
Appliances
- Washer
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Dryer
- Disposal
- Dishwasher
Location
Pin placed from the listing's coordinates, which can be approximate. See more listings in Council Bluffs.
Price and status history
Changes seen in MyStateMLS data since Oct 29, 2026. Sold prices are not published.
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Estimated monthly payment
$15 per month
An estimate for comparison only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, PMI and fees depend on your lender, credit, location and loan program.
Questions to ask before you buy
Good questions for any home near the slopes.
- How is the property reached in winter, and who plows the road and driveway?A short straight-line distance can still mean a long or seasonal drive. Private roads, gates and mountain passes all shape winter access.
- Is there documented ski access from the property (trail, easement, lift), and does it transfer to a buyer?Rights to cross neighboring land or use a lift come from recorded easements and agreements, so a ski-in or ski-out description is where the question starts.
- Are there association, resort or club fees, and what do they cover?Some ski-area communities charge fees that cover only certain amenities, so ask what lift tickets, passes and services are included.
- Are there rules on renting the home short-term or long-term?Local ordinances, association covenants and deed restrictions all set rental rules, and they differ from place to place.
- What do heating, snow removal, winterization and utilities cost over a season?Ownership costs in snow country often run higher than the mortgage estimate suggests.
- For land: is there legal year-round access, and what utilities, septic and building rules apply?Seasonal roads and steep lots can limit what can be built and when it can be reached.
Printable due-diligence checklist · Ski home ownership budget
Guides and next steps
Listing courtesy of Jim Hughes Real Estate. Listing agent: Kathryn Aistrope. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.
Listing updated Sep 15, 2026, 2:25 PM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 5:01 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.