SCHUYLER COUNTY, IL LAND AUCTION - MERRILL

Friday, November 20, 2026 - 11:00 AM Central

Auction to be conducted as a live, online auction. If you need assistance with internet bidding, please contact our office at

(844) 847-2161

How to participate in a Virtual Online Auction

LOCATION

Schuyler County, Illinois

The Merrill Trust real estate is located ½ mile north of the small community of Sheldons Grove, IL, or 5 miles north of Browning, IL, or 6 miles southeast of Astoria, IL, or 18 miles southwest of Havana, IL (55 miles southwest of Peoria, IL, or 60 miles northwest of Springfield, IL). The property address is 31982 Sheldons Grove, Browning, IL 62624.

SELLER

Thomas Earl Merrill Trust & Pamela Paulette Merrill Trust

Jason Merrill and Travis Merrill, Co-Trustees

MANAGED BY

John Sullivan (309) 221-6700

OPEN HOUSE

Saturday, November 7 • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

or by appointment

GENERAL INFORMATION

11.93 deeded acres± • 2 tracts

This wooded/scenic property sits above the bluff of the Illinois River and contains 11.93 deeded acres and will be sold in 2 parcels. Tract 1 is improved with a beautiful full log home situated on 7+ wooded acres, and Tract 2 contains nearly 4 acres which is ideal for a home, cabin, or campsite.

Home buyers, outdoor enthusiasts, hunters and investors - be sure to check out this amazing property!

AUCTION BROCHURE

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INTERNET BIDDING CATALOGS

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TRACT INFORMATION

Tract 1 - 7.02 taxable acres

Improved with a nearly 3,000 sq ft log home which features:
Full logs, metal roof, large attached garage, wrap around porch and central A/C
Main floor: open kitchen/dining area, large family room with stone fireplace, sitting room and half bath
Second story: 3 bedrooms (huge master bedroom with bath), loft area and full bath
Finished basement: living area, office and full bath
Mature trees, natural grass areas, meandering creek, and nature trails
Rural public water and additional well water supply
Sheldons Grove Road borders along the east side

Tract 2 - 3.93 deeded acres

Wooded with mature trees and grass area with rock/stone features and flower beds
Very nice home or cabin building sites, and camp site with scenic lookout
Rural public water
Sheldons Grove Road borders along the west side

METHOD & TERMS

The Merrill Trust properties will be sold individually for a lump sum or total dollar amount. Tract 1 will sell first and then Tract 2 - they will NOT be combined or offered together.

Immediately following the auction, the successful buyer(s) will be required to sign a real estate sales contract and pay ten percent (10%) of the purchase price as a non-refundable down payment which will be held in escrow until closing. The balance of the purchase price will be due at closing which will take place on or before December 21, 2026. The seller will provide title insurance in the full amount of the purchase price. The real estate taxes will be prorated to the closing date. Full possession at closing.

Bidding is NOT subject to any contingencies, including but not limited to financing, an appraisal or inspection of the property.

All announcements made on sale day take precedence over prior advertising either written or oral. The information in our brochure, in our advertisements and on our website is believed to be accurate; however, no liability for its accuracy, errors or omissions is assumed. All lines drawn on maps, photographs, drone video, etc. are approximate. Buyers should verify the information to their satisfaction. There are no expressed or implied warranties made by the seller or Sullivan Auctioneers, pertaining to this property. Real estate is being sold “AS IS”.