MERRILL J. BLAND ESTATE

General Information

SELLER:

Merrill J. Bland Estate

DESCRIBED AS:

58.51 acres in Section 21 and 22, Hutton Township, Coles County, IL

LOCATION:

Charleston VFW 1821 20th Street Charleston, IL 61920

TIME AND PLACE OF SALE:

6:00 P.M. - December 10, 2024 LIVE AUCTION - Charleston, VFW

LIVE AUCTION - "Choice and Privilege"


Tract 1 and Tract 2 and Tract 3 will offered as a "Choice and Privilege" which allows the high bidder the choice to choose which tract(s) he/she would like. The contending bidder will have the privilege of taking the remaining tract(s) at the high bidder price, if available. If there is a remaining tract after the high bidder and contending bidder make their decisions, the remaining tract will be offered with another round of bidding. Tracts will not be re-combined at the end.

Disclaimer: The information provided is believed to be accurate and representative. The property is being sold on an "AS IS, WHERE IS" basis, and no warrant or representation, either express or implied. Concerning the property is made by the Seller or the auction company. All information contained in all related materials is subject to the terms and conditions outlined in the purchase agreement. Each potential bidder is responsible for conducting his/her own independent inspections, investigations, inquires, and due diligence concerning the property. The information contained here is believed to be accurate but is subject to verification by all parties, relying on it. All sketches and dimensions are approximate. By bidding on the real estate, the Buyer agrees that Buyer has had ample opportunity to inspect the property. This sale may be recorded and/or videotaped with the permission of the auctioneer. Seller and Seller's agent disclaim any and all responsibility for bidder's safety during any physical inspection of the property. No party shall be deemed an invitee of the property by virtue of the offering of this property for sale. Conduct of the auction and increments of bidding are at the direction and discretion of the Auctioneer. All announcements day of sale will take precedence over printed material. The Auction Company and Sellers reserve the right to preclude any person bidding if there is any questions as to the person's credentials or fitness to bid.
Sold
Off
Owners
MERRILL J. BLAND ESTATE
Total Acres
58.51, MORE OR LESS
Terms
The terms being offered are cash. A 10% earnest money deposit is required with the offer to purchase, with the balance being due at closing.
Location
The farm is located in Sections 21 and 22, Hutton Township, Coles County, Illinois:
Tract 1: 05-0-01229-000
Tract 2: 05-0-01454-002
Tract 3: 05-0-01273-000
Possession
Possession will be given per terms of the purchase agreement.
Tillable Acres
See FSA map.
CFSA Farm
FSA farm 889

Plat Map

Address

Hutton Township Coles County IL
CHARLESTON, IL 61920
United States

Lease Information

The common lease terms in this area are a 50-50 crop share lease, and cash rental arrangements which are becoming increasingly popular.  Under the more typical 50-50 crop share lease, the tenant furnishes the labor and the machinery, and the landowner's furnishes the land and pays the taxes.  All direct costs associated with growing the crop are split 50-50.  These costs would be such items as fertilizer, seed, chemicals, and other inputs directly involved in growing the crop but not to include machinery or lab or expense.  

The farm was operated by Mr. Merrill Bland for the 2023 crop year, but will be sold lease-free for the 2025 crop year.

Improvements
Two farm dwellings, two machine sheds, one wood barn and one garage.
Drainage
Average and adequate
Real Estate Taxes

Tract 1:

ID NUMBER           ACRES    ASSESED VALUE     2023 TAXES

05-0-01229-000        40               $22,491                 $845.36

Average tax per acre = $21.13

Pasture and tillable acres, woods, house and barn site.

ASC Farm # 889 - 156 included.

Tract 2:

ID NUMBER           ACRES    ASSESED VALUE     2023 TAXES

05-0-01454-002      8.51               $2,431                  $164.52

Average tax per acre = $19.33

Pasture and tillable acres and pond.  No buildings

ASC Farm # 1024

Tract 3:  Part of

ID NUMBER           ACRES    ASSESED VALUE     2023 TAXES

05-0-01273-000    10 +/-               $22,326                $246.14

Average tax per acre = $16.40

Pasture, woods, garage, house and barn site.

ASC Farm # 8049

Sale price will be calculated by survey to be paid for by Seller plus bid price.

 

 

Fertility
The farm has been pastured and raised hay for Mr. Bland's beef cattle herd.
Mineral Rights
All mineral rights of the seller will be transferred to the buyer.
Topography
The topography of the farm is rolling to gently undulating.
There are no highly erodible areas as per FSA.
Grain Markets
The newest grain market facilities are located at Ashmore or Westfield if new owner should desire to produce row crops on the acreage.
Financing
Bidding is not conditional upon financing, or any buyer or lender inspections. Be certain you have arranged financing, if needed, and are capable of paying cash at closing.
Access and Frontage
Oil chip Township Road 2100 East divides the farm, with Tracts 1 and 2 being West of township road and Tract 3 being East of township road.
Utilities
Electricity and rural water
Zoning

The farm is zoned for agricultural use.

Although the information contained in this brochure is considered to be accurate, no representation or warrant to that effect is being made.  The information contained herein is subject to verification and no liability for errors or omissions is assumed.  The listing may be withdrawn with or without notice, and the stated price and terms are subject to change without notice or approval.  The seller further reserves the right to reject any and all offers.  All inquires, inspections, appointments, and offers must be channeled through:

     Ronald Pierce Real Estate

     8410 N. CR 1880 E.

     Charleston, IL 61920

     Cell:     217-254-6306

    Work:     217-348-0803 

 

     Stanfield Auction Company

     Michael Stanfield

     3121 Oakwood DR.

     Charleston, Illinois 61920

     Office:  217-345-7772

     Cell:  217-369-0911

     Email: Sale4utoo@Yahoo.com

Agency - Ronald R. Pierce, Broker and Michael Stanfield Auctioneer are designated agents and represent only the Seller in this transaction.