393.88± Acres as 2 Tracts ∙ Farm & Rec Land ∙ Greene County, Illinois

These two unique tracts within a stone’s throw of one another in the Greene County bottoms present distinct opportunities. The farms will begin as a Sealed Bid format with bids due Monday, March 23. Bidders have the option to bid on either or both tracts. The three highest bidders for each tract will have the opportunity to raise their bids at a private live auction. Details are below for each of these tracts and more elaboration on the sale format.

Contact the Sellers’ Designated Representative and Managing Broker, Luke Worrell, at 217-473-7039 with questions.

Tract 1 · 336.5± Taxable Acres · 85.6% Tillable · 124.3 PI

Here’s your chance to own a sizeable chunk of highly-productive Greene County river bottom acreage. This 336.5± acre farm is predominantly tillable with 287.8± acres farmed according to FSA figures. The Northern 85± acres and the East 65± acres of the “Big Field” were pattern tiled with 4 inch laterals in 2011. A well-known producer, this farm churns out 215/68 averages. The level of diligence the current operator has taken to care for this farm is evident. The cash rent lease runs through the 2026 growing season and will convey to the buyer. Don’t sleep on the non-tillable acreage on this tract as the 35.0± acres of wooded field edge give plenty of chances for chasing that big buck.

• Property Location: Property is located just West of the Hillview-Eldred Blacktop along 1950N approximately 3± miles Southwest of Hillview in Greene County, IL S17/18/19-T11N-R13W
• Acreage: 336.5± total taxable acres, 287.8± USDA NHEL tillable acres, 35.0± wooded acres
• Access: From County Road 1950N off of the Hillview-Eldred Blacktop
• Productivity Index Rating: 124.3
• Primary Soil Types: Titus and Beaucoup
• Soil Tests: Available upon request
• Topography: Level
• Parcel Numbers: 07-19-200-001, 07-18-400-001, 07-17-300-001
• 2024 Real Estate Taxes (Payable in 2025): $5,294.78
• 2024 Drainage Taxes: $8,713.42
• Tenancy: Cash rented for the 2026 crop season. Buyer will receive the 2026 rent. Farm is open for 2027 and beyond. If current Operator is not retained after 2026 harvest, Buyer will owe Operator lime application proration for 2027 and 2028. Cash rent and lime application details available upon request.

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Tract 2 · 57.38± Taxable Acres · 40% Tillable + Huntable Woodland · 136.3 PI

This 57.38± acre mixed-use tract is a great blend of income and recreation. Tract 2 is 40% income-producing farmland with 22.77± FSA tillable acres. The farmland has a strong Productivity Index Rating of 136.3. The same level of immaculate care as Tract 1 has been taken on this property by the same operator. Similarly, the cash rent lease runs through the 2026 growing season and will convey to the buyer. The wooded bluffs allow for recreational enjoyment. Whether hiking through the beautiful scenery or scoping that trophy buck, there is a lot to offer. Tract 2 is an ideal size for first-time land buyers, or anyone looking to add a unique parcel to their acreage portfolio.

• Property Location: Property is located right along the Hillview-Eldred Blacktop approximately 2.5 miles South of Hillview in Greene County S16-T11N-R13W
• Acreage: 57.38± total taxable acres, 22.77± tillable acres, 31.49± wooded acres
• Access: From Hillview Eldred Blacktop
• Productivity Index Rating (Tillable Acreage): 136.3
• Primary Soil Types (Tillable Acreage): Haymond, Worthen, Littleton
• Soil Tests: Available upon request
• Topography: Level to steep
• Parcel Number: 07-16-300-002
• 2024 Real Estate Taxes (Payable 2025): $665.78
• Tenancy: Cash rented for the 2026 crop season. Buyer will receive the 2026 rent. Farm is open for 2027 and beyond. If current Operator is not retained after 2026 harvest, Buyer will owe Operator lime application proration for 2027 and 2028. Cash rent and lime application details available upon request.

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Seller: The Cherry Family Limited Partnership #2

Title Work: To view the preliminary title search, click here.

Sealed Bid Process: Sealed bids are due by 12:00 Noon CST on Monday, March 23. Bidders have the option to bid on either or both tracts. Bids must be submitted on the official bid sheet. The top three bidders per tract will be contacted by 5:00pm CST Tuesday, March 24. The three highest bidders for each tract will have the opportunity to raise their bids at a private live auction on Thursday, March 26 at 10:00AM (absentee bidding available upon request, location TBD). The highest sealed bid per tract will be the opening bid for the live portion of the auction. The seller retains the right to reject any and all bids.

Possession & Terms Summary: Upon approval of bid, the winning bidder will enter into a contract with the Seller on Thursday, March 26. Buyer shall submit 10% down in earnest money payable to Gillingham Abstract & Title Company. The balance will be due at closing which will take place on or before Friday, May 8. Financing is the sole responsibility of the bidder. Any bid received is not conditional on financing. Possession will be given at closing subject to tenant’s rights. Seller will furnish title insurance in amount of the purchase price. The property is being sold “AS IS” without representation or warranty expressed or implied. The sale is subject to Seller approval. Seller is not responsible for any accidents that may occur while inspecting the property. Information was obtained from private and public sources with best efforts to express same as accurately as possible and is subject to individual verification. No liabilities for any inaccuracies, errors or omissions are assumed by the Sellers or their agent. Worrell Land Services, LLC is acting as the Sellers’ agent.