STEPHENSON COUNTY, IL LAND AUCTION - WILHELMS
Wednesday, August 28th, 2024 - 1:00 PM Central
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LOCATION
Stephenson County, Illinois
Tract 1 of the Wilhelms farm is located approx. 8.5 miles southeast of Freeport, IL with access along E Kelley Rd. and is further described as being located in Section 16, T26N - R9E, Ridott Township, Stephenson County, IL.
Tracts 2 & 3 of the Wilhelms farm is located approx. 8.75 miles southeast of Freeport, IL south of Highway 20 along S Holland Church Rd. (hard surface) and is further described as being located in Section 9 & 10, T26N - R9E, Ridott Township, Stephenson County, IL.
Tract 4 of the Wilhelms farm is located approx. 8.6 miles east of Freeport, IL north of Highway 20 along S Holland Church Rd. (hard surface) and is further described as being located in Section 3, T26N - R9E, Ridott Township, Stephenson County, IL.
SELLER
Lavon I. Wilhelms Estate
MANAGED BY
Isaac Taber (309) 335-8081
Brandt Henness (309) 224-4276
GENERAL INFORMATION
437.85 taxable acres± • 4 tracts
These tracts represent high quality tillable farmland. A great opportunity for farmers and investors.
AUCTION BROCHURE
INTERNET BIDDING CATALOGS
SOLD!
TRACT 1 - $14,750.00 PER ACRE
TRACT 2 - $13,400.00 PER ACRE
TRACT 3 - $14,400.00 PER ACRE
TRACT 4 - $13,400.00 PER ACRE
TOTAL - $6,065,828.00
TRACT INFORMATION
Tract 1 - 87.88 taxable acres
- FSA figures indicate 83.69 acres of cropland currently in row crop production
- Productivity Index (PI): 136.7 (Class A)
- Soil types include Osco, Ashdale, Hitt, Lawson
- Access is along E Kelley Rd
Tract 2 - 73 taxable acres
- FSA figures indicate 69.87 acres of cropland currently in row crop production
- Productivity Index (PI): 134.6 (Class A)
- Soil types include Osco, Plano, Hitt
- Access is along S Holland Church Rd
Tract 3 - 80 taxable acres
- FSA figures indicate 77.9 acres of cropland currently in row crop production
- Productivity Index (PI): 132.7
- Soil types include Osco, Hitt, Atterberry
- Access is along S Holland Church Rd
Tract 4 - 196.97 taxable acres
- FSA figures indicate 201.1 acres of cropland currently in row crop production
- Productivity Index (PI): 136.6 (Class A)
- Soil types include Osco, Hitt, Muscatune
- Access is along S Holland Church Rd
METHOD & TERMS
All 4 tracts will sell on a per acre basis, based on taxable acres, and will be offered through the marketing method of “Buyer’s Choice”, whereas the high bidder can purchase (in any order) any or all tracts for their high bid. “Buyer’s Choice” auctioning will continue until all 4 tracts have been elected. The tracts will NOT be offered together or in any combination at the conclusion of the auction.
Immediately following the auction, the successful buyer(s) will be required to enter into a written Real Estate Sales Contract with the seller and pay ten percent (10%) of the bid price as a non-refundable down payment. The balance of the bid price will be due at the time of closing, on or before Wednesday, September 25, 2024
The seller will provide title insurance in the full amount of the purchase price and pay the 2024 real estate taxes, due and payable in 2025. Buyer will receive possession at closing subject to a farm lease for the 2024 crop year. Full possession upon removal of the 2024 crop. Open lease for 2025 crop year and beyond.
Bidding is NOT subject to any contingencies, including but not limited to financing, appraisal, or inspection.
All announcements sale day shall take precedence over any prior advertising either written or oral. The information in this brochure 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, a BigIron company, pertaining to this property. The real estate and improvements are being sold “AS IS”.
REAL ESTATE TAX INFORMATION
Tract 1
- PIN# 05-20-16-300-004 - $4,490.70
Tract 2
- PIN# 05-20-09-400-004 - $3,535.50
Tract 3
- PIN# 05-20-10-300-001 - $3,375.26
Tract 4
- PIN# 05-20-03-300-004 - $10,481.48
AERIAL TOUR
Lavon I. Wilhelms Estate
Representing Attorney:
David D. Shockey, ESQ. | Attorneys & Counselors at Law
208 West Stephenson Street,Suite 101 Freeport, IL 61032 | (815) 235-2507
Auction Managers:
Isaac Taber (309) 335-8081
Brandt Henness (309) 224-4276