Ranch and Farm Auctions - Pittsfield, IL 62363

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Auction Date: February 12, 2025

Auction Time: 12 PM CT

Auction Held At: Event Center, 101 2nd St SE, Barnesville, MN 56514

Entire Farm Description:

Located just south of Barnesville, west of Pelican Rapids, and northeast of Breckenridge, this incredible 440± acre property is being offered for sale through a live and online auction. This diverse land offering presents a rare opportunity to bid your price on top-quality farmland, CRP ground, hunting land, and potential building sites. The property is being sold in six separate tracts, ranging in size from 29± acres to 160± acres, so there is truly something for everyone.

Whether you're looking to expand your farming operation, invest in conservation or hunting land, or find the perfect location for a new home, these tracts offer endless possibilities. Each tract comes with its own set of unique features, and full details for every parcel are available in the tract profiles.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to secure prime real estate in a fantastic location with multiple uses and potential. Don’t miss out on the chance to place your bid on one or more of these highly sought-after tracts.

Mark your calendars and make sure to check out this exceptional offering at the upcoming live and online auction. You won’t want to miss this chance to secure your piece of rural Minnesota!

Tract 1 Description: 29± acres

Located just south of Barnesville, west of Pelican Rapids, and northeast of Breckenridge, this 29± acre tract offers a unique opportunity for agricultural investment, recreational use, or a potential building site. Conveniently situated off County Road 30, the property provides excellent access to the county highway, making it an ideal location for both farming and residential development.

This property boasts a strong Crop Productivity Index (CPI) rating, averaging 82, with 23± acres of the land rated above 89. This exceptional soil quality supports high agricultural productivity, ideal for crops or further expansion of tillable land.

In addition to its fertile soil, the property features several pockets of trees and brush. These areas could be cleared for additional farmland or left in their natural state to attract wildlife, offering potential hunting opportunities for deer, turkey, and pheasant.

Whether you're looking to expand your agricultural holdings, find a recreational getaway, or build your dream home with easy access to the surrounding communities, this tract of land provides the perfect canvas. Bid your price on this outstanding property and secure a great investment in this prime location.

Tract 2 Description: 48± acres

Located just south of Barnesville, west of Pelican Rapids, and northeast of Breckenridge, this 48± acre parcel offers exceptional farming potential. With direct access off County Road 30, this property provides easy access to the county highway, making it convenient for both agricultural use and future development.

This land features a strong Crop Productivity Index (CPI) rating with an average of 75, and nearly 20 acres of the property boasting a rating above 90. Nearly all of the property is tillable, offering prime land to enhance your farming operation or expand your agricultural holdings.

In addition to its farming potential, this property presents a fantastic opportunity for a building site with its easy access and excellent location. Whether you are looking to grow your farming business or build a home in a rural setting, this tract offers both.

Bid your price on this excellent piece of land and take advantage of this incredible opportunity.

Tract 3 Description: 40± acres

Located just south of Barnesville, west of Pelican Rapids, and northeast of Breckenridge, this 40± acre parcel offers a tremendous opportunity for agricultural use or development. Situated right off County Road 30, the property provides convenient access to the county highway, making it an ideal location for both farming and residential purposes.

The property boasts an impressive Crop Productivity Index (CPI) average of 83.5, with over half of the land rated above 90. Nearly all of the acreage is tillable, providing an excellent opportunity to expand or enhance your existing farming operation.

In addition to its farming potential, the property offers a great building site, with easy access to local communities in a rural setting.

Come bid your price on this outstanding tract of land and take advantage of this exceptional agricultural investment opportunity!

Tract 4 Description: 160± acres

Located just south of Barnesville, west of Pelican Rapids, and northeast of Breckenridge, this exceptional 160± acre tract is a fantastic addition to any farming operation. Situated off County Road 30, the property offers excellent access to the county highway, ensuring convenience for both farming and potential future development.

With a strong Crop Productivity Index (CPI) average of 85, this property includes 88 acres rated above 90, providing highly productive land suitable for a variety of crops. In 2024, the farmed acres were planted with corn and sunflowers, but the land is versatile and can support a range of other crops as well.

An additional feature of the property is the 6.94 acres in the northeast corner, currently enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) until 2028. This area generates an annual income of $951, offering both environmental benefits and financial return.

Nearly all of the remaining acreage is tillable, providing excellent potential for expanding your farming operation. Please note, the property is subject to an access easement for the adjoining landowner. For details, please refer to the map outlining the easement location.

This is an outstanding opportunity to acquire a highly productive, income-generating farm.

Come bid your price on this excellent tract of land and secure a valuable piece of agricultural property!

Tract 5 Description: 43± acres

Located just south of Barnesville, west of Pelican Rapids, and northeast of Breckenridge, this 43± acre property is a true gem in the real estate market. Offering unmatched privacy and a variety of features, this tract is ideal for someone looking for a versatile property with opportunities for building, hunting, farming, and more.

The land is a perfect blend of woods, tillable farmland, and low-lying areas, all nestled in a location offering both seclusion and easy access to neighboring towns. Situated just north of Lawndale Creek and east of the Atherton Wildlife Management Area, the property is a haven for wildlife, making it an exceptional choice for hunters. The area is particularly known for its excellent pheasant hunting, while deer populations are abundant as well.

For those looking to build, the property offers an ideal setting with expansive space and multiple possible building sites. Whether you're envisioning a private, peaceful forever home or seeking a retreat with income potential, this land is a rare opportunity.

Existing structures on the property include a spacious 40’x80’ quonset building, perfect for machinery or equipment storage, a 10,000 bu grain bin, an old grainery, a 3-sided loafing shed, a 60’x38’ hog rearing barn, and an old home that is no longer habitable. These buildings provide both storage and potential for future use. The property also features a free-flowing well, adding convenience for any development plans.

With a unique combination of natural beauty, recreational potential, and practical amenities, this 43-acre property is perfect for anyone looking to create their ideal home or farm in an excellent location. Don’t miss the chance to own this one-of-a-kind property with everything you need – privacy, hunting, agriculture, and more.

Tract 6 Description: 120± acres

Located just south of Barnesville, west of Pelican Rapids, and northeast of Breckenridge, this 120± acre tract offers a rare and exceptional opportunity for buyers seeking a mix of income, recreation, and potential development. The property features 73± acres of CRP land, providing steady income, alongside 13± acres of tillable farmland that adds additional agricultural value.

The remainder of the property offers great potential as a building site or hunting land, with excellent cover for pheasants, deer, and other wildlife. Situated directly across from the Atherton Wildlife Management Area and with a designated trout stream, Lawndale Creek, running along the southwest corner, this property is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking privacy and natural beauty.

Once the CRP contract expires in 2027, the land could be converted back to tillable farm ground, making this an even more valuable investment for the future. The property has an average Crop Productivity Index (CPI) of 72, with approximately 77 acres boasting a CPI of 89+, ensuring strong agricultural potential.

This tract offers a remarkable blend of income, agricultural production, recreational opportunities, and development potential, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking to invest in a versatile property. Don’t miss your chance to bid your price on this incredible piece of land!

Tract #: All Tracts

Soil Types: Borup loam, Wyndmere fine sandy loam, Colvin silty clay loam, Lohnes loamy sand

Soil PI/NCCPI/CSR2: CPI 78

CRP Acres/payment: 77.74± acres

Taxes: TBD

Lease Status: Open Tenancy for 2025 crop year

Possession: Immediate possession subject to current tenant's rights for 2025

Survey needed?: No survey needed

Brief Legal: 440± acre located part S36 T136N R46W Wilkin Co, MN

PIDs: 03-036-0200, 03-036-0300, 03-036-0100, 03-036-0310

Lat/Lon: 46.55252, -96.41712

Zip Code: 56579

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