345 Acres in Metropolis, IL - $1,725,000
Never before offered to the public for sale, this 345 acre tract has got it all! When you look at the breakdown of the acres, you will see why this farm has got something for everyone. Investment buyers, check out the 120 acres of prime tillable land. Corn and soybean acres are on a 50/50 rotation so it's likely you will have both crops on the farm from year-to-year. Deer hunters, it's all about location. This farm borders the entire South property line of the Mermet Lake Area (MLA). Why is this important? Every year they flood large areas within the MLA and this pushes the deer South up into the big timber ridges. Last year they only allowed two deer to be harvested and both were booners! Duck hunters, this property sits between Mermet Lake and the Ohio River. Last year they shot over 1,800 birds. You are in the perfect flyway to smack some greenheads when the migration begins! So wheth...
Never before offered to the public for sale, this 345 acre tract has got it all! When you look at the breakdown of the acres, you will see why this farm has got something for everyone. Investment buyers, check out the 120 acres of prime tillable land. Corn and soybean acres are on a 50/50 rotation so it's likely you will have both crops on the farm from year-to-year. Deer hunters, it's all about location. This farm borders the entire South property line of the Mermet Lake Area (MLA). Why is this important? Every year they flood large areas within the MLA and this pushes the deer South up into the big timber ridges. Last year they only allowed two deer to be harvested and both were booners! Duck hunters, this property sits between Mermet Lake and the Ohio River. Last year they shot over 1,800 birds. You are in the perfect flyway to smack some greenheads when the migration begins! So whether it's dollars, ducks or bucks, come check this farm out to see how you can reap the rewards. Call today for your own private viewing.
Property Features:
- 120 acres of prime tillable land planted to corn & soybeans off Highway 45, north of Metropolis
- Property borders Mermet Lake State Fish & Widlife Area where nearly 1,800 ducks were harvested
- Over 2,085 square foot cabin sits high on the ridge with a large overhang area and big shop
- History of Boone & Crocket bucks harvested on the farm. Only two bucks were harvested in 2012, a 161" 10 pointer and a 180" 12 pointer (see pictures)
- Two duck blinds are being installed for the 2013 waterfowl hunting season. Bordering property kills over 1,800 birds annually.
- Mermet Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area is a 2,726 acre wildlife haven. There are 1,700 acres huntable that are open to the public. Deer, ducks, geese, turkeys, and small game are common species.
- The 2,085 square foot cabin is a blank slate. It has a fully furnished kitchen, full bathroom and a large open area upstairs perfect for several bedrooms. A large shop & overhang area are perfect for equipment stoarge.
- Property has road frontage along several different roads offering excellent access
- There are about 180 acres of mature hardwood timber
- Multiple food plots with established crops such as ladino clover, red clover, brassicas, and forage oats
- QDMA Concept "Mini Orchards" planted in the open area around the cabin providing pears, apples, peaches, saw tooth oaks and paw paw fruits for the wilidlife
- Central heat & air in the cabin. County water. All utilities ran unground.
- Annual Taxes: $4,984.66
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