15870 HIGHWAY 3 , Ava, IL 62907(Jackson County)

148.56 Acres in Ava, IL - $495,000

Excellent opportunity to own a piece of Southern Illinois. Once used as a small farm for raising dairy cows, this old home place has potential to be a recreational haven. Endless trails are maintained throughout the property that can be used for ATV's, hiking, hunting, and riding horses. The Shawnee National Forest surrounds this property on three sides. Yeah, that's right, own 148.56 acres and enjoy thousands more! There are beautiful views of the Mississippi River bottom from several locations on this property. Rock face bluffs are scattered through the hillside. A small portion of tillable acreage, grain bin storage, and a rental house bring in a yearly income. The old dairy barn is still in fair condition and could be put to use again with little work. The original farm house is in need of repairs but could be a great hunting cabin or weekend retreat with the work of a handyman.