318.79± Acre Land Auction · 5 Tracts · Macoupin County, Illinois

Versatile opportunity awaits on these five distinct tracts that offer a mix of tillable farmland, pastureland, hunting ground, timber, and even a rural homestead. All tracts are manageably-sized and offer great access from Illinois Route 108. Buy one or buy them all depending on the extent to which you wish to expand your land holdings. Check out the particulars of each tract below and give us a shout with any questions or to schedule time to walk the properties. Allan Worrell is representing the Seller and can be reached via talk or text at 217-473-3418.

General Information

• Location and Directions to the Property: Just inside the Macoupin County line 4± miles Southeast of Greenfield, 13± miles West of Carlinville. Take Illinois Route 267 South out of Greenfield then Illinois Route 108 East approximately 0.3 mile. Tracts 1 and 4 are located to the North of IL-Rte. 108 in S18-T10N-R9W; Tracts 2, 3 and 5 to the South of IL-Rte. 108 in S19-T10N-R9W.
• Taxes: All tracts are subject to reassessment upon recording of new deeds.
  • Parcel ID 24-000-276-00 = 159.12 acres, $2613.88
  • Parcel ID 24-000-282-00 = 80 acres, $1544.84
  • Parcel ID 24-000-283-00 = 79.29 acres, $1238.22
• Tenancy: Open for all tracts after 2023 harvest.
• Private property tours can be arranged at any time, but the home will be unavailable for showings until Tuesday, October 24 due to the personal property auction being held on Saturday, October 21. An open house and property tours will be held on Saturday, October 28 from 10AM-12PM.

Auction Format

• Live in-person and online bidding.
• Pre-bids and max-bids may be placed online beginning Monday, October 2 through the start of the live auction.
• If bidding in-person with no desire to place pre-bids online, you may register at the Elks Lodge that morning.
• If bidding online, CLICK HERE TO REGISTER or on your mobile device through Apple or Google Play app stores. You may register to bid online anytime between now and 6:00PM Monday, October 30.

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Tract 1: 118.89± Acres – Over 90% Tillable

• Acreage:
  • 118.89± total
  • 107.88± tillable
  • 8.33± pasture
  • 1.3± wooded
• Productivity Index Rating (tillable acreage): 115.2
• Primary Soil Types (tillable acreage): Keomah, Rozetta, Clarksdale silt loams
• Topography: Level to rolling
• Fencing: Older fencing around the pastureland.
• Parcel ID: Part of 24-000-276-00

Tract 2: 105.89± Acres – Approximately 80% Tillable Plus Hunting Appeal

• Acreage:
  • 105.89± total
  • 83.68± USDA tillable
  • 17.12± wooded
  • Creek bisects the Eastern portion of the property, providing on-site water for wildlife
• Productivity Index Rating (tillable acreage): 108.7 overall. Approximately 43% of the tillable acreage is High Class B Wakeland soils, 128 PI.
• Primary Soil Types (tillable acreage): Wakeland, Hickory, Rozetta silt loams
• Topography: Rolling
• Parcel IDs: Part of 24-000-282-00 and 24-000-283-00

Tract 3: 39.59± Acres – Pasture with Some Tillable Acreage

• Acreage:
  • 39.59± total
  • 31± pasture/grassland
  • 9± tillable
• Fencing: Older fencing around the pastureland.
• Productivity Index Rating (tillable acreage): 100.9
• Primary Soil Types (tillable acreage): Rozetta, Hickory, Assumption silt loams
• Topography: Rolling to steep
• Parcel ID: Part of 24-000-283-00

Tract 4: 40.02± Acres Woodland

• No timber harvest in recent history.
• Topography: Significant range of slopes with the highest elevation of 540 feet on the North and 516 on the South.
• Parcel ID: Part of 24-000-276-00

Tract 5: 14.40± Acre Homestead

Whether or not you farm, this homestead tract has a lot to offer. Farm operators will put to good use the 24,000 bushel on-site grain storage, sheds and hog buildings. Or, if you’re just looking for a home in the country, this tract will appeal to you, as well. Current owner has converted the dining room into a bedroom; you could take it either direction based upon your needs. The 1260± sqft floorplan also includes a living room, bedroom, office (or another bedroom), family room, eat-in kitchen, full bathroom, half bathroom, laundry room with shower and tub. Full unfinished basement. Spacious covered front porch; open back deck to overlook the large yard and neighboring field.

• Acreage:
  • 14.40 total surveyed acres.
  • 3.07± USDA NHEL tillable
• Productivity Index Rating (tillable acreage): 107.1
• Primary Soil Type (tillable acreage): Rozetta silt loam
• Improvements:
  • 1260± sqft home
  • Four 6,000-bushel grain bins
  • Open-front shed: 36’x97’
  • Steel shed with partial concrete floors: 40’x96’
  • Hog building 1: 26’x180’
  • Hog building 2: 24’x102’
  • Hog building 3: 45’x150’
• Miscellaneous: Public water, septic, Greenfield School District.
• Home measurements:
  • Kitchen: 15’1” x 13’8”
  • Living Room: 12’8” x 15’0”
  • Family Room: 13’6” x 14’6”
  • Bedroom 1: 13’1” x 12’1”
  • Bedroom 2/Office: 12’1” x 10’11”
  • Dining Room (currently used as a bedroom): 10’6” x 15’7”
  • Laundry Room: 8’7” x 8’8”
  • Full Bathroom: 8’9” x 7’0”
  • Half Bathroom: 3’1” x 5’5”

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Seller: Maurice & Judith Franz Trusts

Representing Attorney: Todd Parish · Strang, Parish & Graham (Jerseyville office) · 618-498-6821

Auctioneer: Darrell Moore · IL. Lic. 440-000506 · Cell 217-473-5486

Sales Terms Summary:

• Upon conclusion of auction, Sellers and Buyer(s) shall enter into a purchase Agreement, with the Buyer(s) to pay ten percent (10%) of the purchase price as down payment. Balance due and payable on or before December 15, 2023. Possession will be given at closing unless otherwise requested. Sellers will convey by Trustee’s Deed, and will furnish title insurance in amount of the purchase price. Sellers will pay the 2023 real estate taxes payable in 2024 by giving Buyer(s) a credit against the purchase price. Procurement of financing shall be the sole responsibility of the Buyer(s) and must be obtained prior to the auction. Broker is acting as the Sellers’ agent for the Maurice & Judith Franz Trusts and is not representing any Buyer(s). The property is being sold “AS IS” without representation or warranty expressed or implied. The sale is subject to Sellers’ approval. The property is being sold by the acre with the exception of Tract 5 which will be sold on the whole. Auctioneer reserves the right to set the bid increments. Sellers are not responsible for any accidents that may occur while inspecting the property. Buyer(s) should verify the information to their satisfaction. ANNOUNCEMENTS MADE BY THE BROKER AND/OR AUCTIONEER AT THE TIME OF SALE WILL TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER ANY PREVIOUSLY PRINTED MATERIAL OR ANY OTHER ORAL STATEMENTS MADE.
• You must be a registered user to bid, either in-person or online. By bidding you are stating that you are ready and willing to purchase the tract for your bid amount. Bidders acknowledge that Worrell Land Services, LLC does not have any responsibility or liability for the website(s) used for Internet bidding. Despite best efforts to prevent technology failures, Buyer and Seller acknowledge that Worrell Land Services, LLC cannot guarantee the operation or performance of the Internet bidding site. There may be occasional interruptions and delays relating to the use of the Internet and the Website. Furthermore, Worrell Land Services, LLC shall not be held liable (for lost profits or special damages) or responsible for the function of the website or its inability to function. Bidders acknowledge that hardware malfunctions, software malfunctions, viruses, and similar issues do occur and are beyond the knowledge, scope, and control of Worrell Land Services, LLC. Worrell Land Services, LLC reserves the right to deny any person access to online bidding if unable to adequately verify the bidder. Winning bidders will be notified via phone or email immediately after the close of the auction to make arrangements for completing the purchase agreement and collection of earnest money.

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 is assumed by the owners or their agents. Boundaries on maps and photos are approximate. Worrell Land Services, LLC is acting as the seller’s agent.