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[–] The_v@lemmy.world 7 points 22 hours ago

Few things:

First off find out the age of the well and the pipes.

The water is very soft and acidic (low pH). This means that if the pipes/well casing are slowly being disolved. That's likely why the iron is high. If the pipes contain lead anywhere, they are also dissolving the lead.

Only real solution = all new well and 100% plumbing replacement.

If the system is not that old and the groundwater is contaminated , a filtration system is required. Look for a whole house filtration system.

Either way it's an expensive fix. I would get some experts out to diagnose the issue. Then require the seller to pay for the necessary fixes as a contigency on your offer.