Auction Information
616.03 Acres – Mercer County, ND
LAND AUCTION
616.03 Acres – Mercer County, ND
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 – 12:00 PM (CT)
Auction Location: Holiday Inn – Bismarck, ND
Auction Note: This Mercer County land offering features 616.03 +/- acres across four parcels near Zap, ND. The land features strong producing soils, mostly all with Soil Productivity Index (SPI) ratings in the 70s which are adequate for growing corn, soybeans, and small grains. The pastureland supports lush grasses, well-maintained fences, and excellent water sources. All four parcels have great access and are available for production in 2026. Whether you are a producer expanding your operation or an investor seeking quality farmland, this auction offers flexibility and opportunity. This is a live auction with internet bidding available.
Contact: Darin Peterson at 701.220.5396
Driving Directions: From the US Hwy. #200 and County Rd. #13 north of Zap, ND, go 3...
Driving Directions: From the US Hwy. #200 and County Rd. #13 north of Zap, ND, go 3 miles north on County Rd. #13. Here you will be at the southeast corner of parcel 2, the southwest corner of parcel 3, and the northwest corner of parcel 4. Continue 3.5 miles north on County Rd. #13 to 2nd St. SW. Go a half mile west 2nd St. SW to the southeast corner of parcel 1.
Parcel One
Acres: 157 +/-
Legal: SW¼ 7-145-88
FSA Crop Acres: 97.14 +/-
Pasture Acres: 56.66 +/-
Taxes (2025): $812.62
Note: Parcel 1 boasts 97.14 +/- acres of productive cropland with an SPI of 79! The balance of the property consists of lush grasses and a water dugout for livestock.
Parcel Two
Acres: 155.54 +/-
Legal: NE¼ 31-145-88
FSA Crop Acres: 114.9 +/-
Pasture Acres: 39.21 +/-
Taxes (2025): $736.25
Note: Parcel 2 consists of 114.9 +/- acres of strong producing cropland with an SPI of 69.4 and excellent access off County Rd. #13! The balance of the property is currently grass but could be put into production to square off the quarter section.
Parcel Three
Acres: 157.74 +/-
Legal: NW¼ 32-145-88
FSA Crop Acres: 45.49 +/- (Estimate)
Pasture Acres: 105.46 +/- (Estimate)
Taxes (2025): $695.92
Note: Parcel 3 consists of 45.49 +/- acres of cropland made up of mostly all Class II and III soils and has an SPI of 76.4! The 105.46 +/- acres of pasture supports plenty of grass, very well-maintained fencing, an electric power-fed well, and excellent access off County Rd. #13!
Parcel Four
Acres: 145.75 +/-
Legal: SW¼ Less 11.53 Acre Tract 32-145-88
FSA Crop Acres: 101.15 +/- (Estimate)
Pasture Acres: 39.77 +/- (Estimate)
Taxes (2025): $673.32
Note: Parcel 4 consists of 101.15 +/- acres of cropland with an SPI 69.5! The 39.77 +/- acres of pasture boasts a meandering creek, lush grasses, very well-maintained fencing, and excellent access off County Rd. #13! There is rural water on this parcel but has not been activated.
This sale is managed by Pifer’s Auction Company, Kevin Pifer, ND #715. All statements made the day of the auction take precedence over all printed materials. The seller reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids.
OWNER: Elsie M. Gilbertson Estate
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From the US Hwy. #200 and County Rd. #13 north of Zap, ND, go 3 miles north on County Rd. #13. Here you will be at the southeast corner of parcel 2, the southwest corner of parcel 3, and the northwest corner of parcel 4. Continue 3.5 miles north on County Rd. #13 to 2nd St. SW. Go a half mile west 2nd St. SW to the southeast corner of parcel 1.