Tract 5 of 10
| Date | October 29, 2025, 5:00 pm (America/Chicago) |
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| Tracts | 1 of 10 |
| Type | Live with online bidding |
| Tract Status | Active |
| Auction Location | Vienna High School, 601 North First Street, Vienna, IL 62995 |
Tract 5 of 10
Description
Tract 5 Description: 166± acres
Ideal Midwestern Farm Layout with Dutchman Creek Frontage
This 166±-acre tract in Johnson County, Illinois, is the ideal blend of investment value and premier hunting habitat. Located in a region known for producing trophy-class whitetails, the farm generates steady annual income while offering exceptional recreational potential.
The property delivers $14,354.82 in reported annual income through 64± acres of tillable ground ($8,600/year) and 60.38± acres enrolled in CRP ($5,754.82/year), creating a strong financial foundation. Beyond the numbers, the land itself is built for hunting success. Dutchman Creek winds through the property, acting as both a year-round water source and a natural travel corridor that funnels deer movement. Bottomland fields transition into rolling ridges and timbered draws, creating multiple natural pinch points and stand locations.
The habitat diversity is outstanding—softwoods, mast-producing hardwoods, and thick bedding cover are interspersed with open ground and extensive edge habitat. These features, combined with numerous food plot opportunities, ensure the property holds deer year-round and provides excellent setups for both archery and firearm seasons. The genetics in this part of Southern Illinois are well known, and the property is positioned to produce mature bucks with impressive antler quality. Turkey hunting is equally strong, with roosting ridges and open strut zones scattered throughout.
Access is easy and flexible with 3,295 feet of road frontage and multiple entry points, allowing hunters to play the wind and minimize pressure. A potential build site provides the option for a hunting cabin, seasonal retreat, or permanent country home.
For investors, this tract offers the security of agricultural and CRP income with the upside of long-term timber value. For hunters, it provides everything needed to consistently pursue trophy deer and abundant turkeys. Few properties balance financial return and recreational quality as seamlessly as this one.
All income figures and program details are reported as provided; buyers are encouraged to verify current terms and conditions.
Tract #: 5
Deeded Acres: 166
FSA Farmland Acres: 64± acres / $8,600
Soil Types: Belknap Silt Loam and Hosmer Silt Loam
Soil PI/NCCPI/CSR2: 114 PI
CRP Acres/payment: 60.38± acres / $5,754.82
Taxes: TBD
Lease Status: Open Tenancy for 2026 crop year
Possession: Immediate possession
Survey needed?: Yes
Brief Legal: 166± ACRES PT NW ¼ S20 T12S R3E JOHNSON CO, IL AND PT SE ¼ NE ¼ S19 T12S R3E JOHNSON CO, IL
PIDs: 05-20-100-000
Lat/Lon: 37.4647 / -88.9069
Zip Code: 62995
Terms of Sale
BUYERS PREMIUM: No buyer's Premium
TAXES: Prorated to date of close
TENANCY: Open tenancy for 2026
RENTS: Seller to retain 2025 rents/CRP prorated to date of close
MINERALS: 50% of seller-owned rights will convey
CLOSING COSTS: Seller to provide title search and title insurance, other standard costs split 50/50
CLOSING DATE: On or before 30 days from seller acceptance
DOWN PAYMENT: 10%
POSSESSION DATE: At closing
SURVEY: Buyer will be responsible for 50% survey costs - cost will vary based on tract size
SELLER: Fairless Trusts
SALE ORDER: By the acre on vacant land, by the whole dollar on home tract
SALE METHOD: Sells Subject to seller acceptance
Licensing
WHITETAIL PROPERTIES REAL ESTATE LLC DBA RANCH & FARM AUCTIONS
115 West Washington, Ste 900, Pittsfield, IL 62363
Debbie S. Laux, Designated Managing Broker, License # 471.018541
Joe Gizdic, Director, Ranch & Farm Auctions, 217.299.0332
Justin Mason, Illinois Land Specialist, Whitetail Properties Real Estate, LLC, 618.417.7041
Mark Williams, Illinois Land Specialist, Whitetail Properties Real Estate, LLC, 270.439.8021
Cody Lowderman, IL Auctioneer, 441.001255
Documents
Representing Land Specialist
Justin Mason
Whitetail Properties Real Estate
Representing Land Specialist
Mark Williams
Whitetail Properties Real Estate
