There are 65 acres of timber and Little Crab Orchard Creek runs through the wooded bottoms that has some deep ravines providing good wildlife habitat for deer and turkey. The hunting lease is discontinued for this year. New owner(s) will have the opportunity to hunt for upcoming season.

Opening bid - $500,000

TRACT 2 - 68.88+/- Acres

This tract borders on the east side of Highway 51 and directly across from Airport Road. The 68.88+/- acre tract lies to the southeast corner of the property. Tract is close to the Industrial Park, as with the other tracts being offered, all within one mile of Carbondale.

Of the 69+/- acres, there are 15.54+/- tillable acres with a Productivity Index of 104.

The remaining 53+/- acres is timber with ATV trails.

This tract offers good deer cover.

Same as all tracts; it is being farmed this year; however, hunting rights have been discontinued for 2025.

This tract is perfect for the sportsman looking to invest in a good deer hunting property with just enough tillable to provide an additional income.

Opening bid - $200,000

TRACT 3 - 27+/- Acres

Consists of 27+/- acres of small timber and borders Highway 51 on the west side and partially adjacent to Airport Road on the south.

A bit of history comes along with this tract. There is a grand ole 2-story brick home that brings with it some interesting past history. The Illinois Central Railroad was built from 1851 to 1856 on land granted by the federal government. The impressive brick home at 12417 US Highway 51 was built to accommodate company employees of the railroad with rooms to rent and a bar in the basement. The railroad persuaded ancestors of the current owners with a promise of employment and opportunity to buy land. That family has owned the property for multiple generations since the 1800s. There is a bit of work to restore the home; however, this home is built solid as they come. The craftsmanship that is so evident in the structure is inspiring with projecting eaves and overhanging gables with exposed rafters. There is an attached summer porch and summer kitchen with ornate trim. A good amount of the interior appears to be the same or similar to the original design and built with quality wood flooring, fireplaces in bedrooms, tall ceilings and ornate staircase. This rustic charming house is a part of Americana History.

Opening bid - $115,000

TRACT 4 - 51.57+/- Acres

This tract has 51.57+/- acres with 45.39+/- acres tillable. Bordering Highway 51 on the west side. The Productivity Index is 105. The cropland is being farmed for 2025.

Not much hunting area, most of the tract is tillable.

This tract borders the house tract (tract 3) to the north.

Opening bid - $250,000

TRACT 5 - 41.86+/- Acres

This tract consists of 41.86+/- acres bordering Highway 51 on the west and the Big Muddy River borders it from the north.

Consisting of 21.49+/- acres of tillable cropland. The Productivity Index is 115.

Opening bid - $200,000

PROCEDURE

Registration: Proper registration is required to bid. All bidders must provide name, address, phone number and email address to register. By registering, all bidders acknowledge having read and agree to be bound by the Auction Terms and Conditions. Auctioneer reserves the right to refuse to register or admit Buyer at his/her sole discretion.

Note: If you are unable to bid Online or are unsure about the reliability of your internet connection, call the Auctioneer and make alternative bidding arrangements at least 24 hours before close of auction.

Bidding will be on a PER TRACT BASIS (e-bay style/max bid) with a minimum opening bid as follows: Tract 1 - $500,000 / Tract 2 - $200,000 / Tract 3 - $115,000 / Tract 4 - $250,000 / Tract 5 - $200,000 / Minimum bid increments of $1,000 per bid.

Bidding opens THURSDAY, JUNE 5, 2025 and will be available until 8:00 PM CST on THURSDAY, JULY 10, 2025 subject to bid extensions (Soft Close).

TERMS & CONDITIONS

NO BUYER'S PREMIUM.

SALE SUBJECT TO CONFIRMATION OF SELLER(S).

NO CONTINGENCIES: This Real Estate contract is not contingent on or subject to Buyers financing, appraisal, survey or inspections of any kind or any other contingencies as agreed to by bidders at registration prior to bidding.

ZONING AND EASEMENTS: Property is being sold subject to any and all easements of record. Property is subject to all state and local zoning ordinances.

REAL ESTATE TAXES: Pro-rated to day of closing.

SURVEY: No survey.

MINERAL: All owned with transfer, if any.

CONTRACT AND DOWN PAYMENT: Contract for purchase to be signed within 24 hours of close of auction. A 10% down payment of the total contract purchase price will be due immediately after being declared the winning bidder. The down payment may be paid in the form of personal check, wire transfer, business check or cashier's check and received within 3 business days. Earnest check to be made to Buy A Farm Land & Auction Co Trust Account. The balance of the contract purchase price is due at closing. Any stop payment order of a check or giving a check which is returned marked insufficient funds, shall be deemed by the parties to be evidence of fraud existing at the time the transaction was consummated and shall be construed by the parties as intent to defraud.

TITLE: Sellers shall furnish the Buyer(s) at Seller's expense marketable title in the form of Title Commitment, a proper deed conveying merchantable title to the real estate to the Buyer(s) and tax transfer stamps. Buyer will pay the deed recording, Title Policy and fees associated with mortgage/financing. Title company's closing fee will be split equally by Buyer and Seller.

CLOSING: Closing shall occur within 45 days or as soon thereafter as applicable closing documents are completed. Seller shall pay for recording release from any mortgage. Buyer shall pay for recording the deed of conveyance from Seller and any mortgage title insurance charges. Any closing costs not herein provided for shall be borne by Buyer. Seller shall cause the Closing Statement to be delivered to Buyer at or before the closing.

POSSESSION: At closing, subject to the rights of the tenants.

AGENCY: Buy A Farm Land & Auction Co LLC is the Agent and Representative of the Seller.

The information is believed to be accurate; however, no liability for its accuracy, errors or omissions is assumed the owners or Buy A Farm Land & Auction Co LLC. All lines drawn on maps, photographs, etc. are approximate. Buyers should verify the information to their satisfaction. There are no expressed or implied warranties made by the Seller(s) or Buy A Farm Land & Auction Co LLC pertaining to this property. Real estate is being sold "As Is, Where Is".

AUCTIONEER: Mark Kennedy, IL Lic #440.000202, 618-924-1747.