Property Description
Platte County, Nebraska Farmland Auction-Mark your calendars for Tuesday, December 16, at 10 AM!
UFARM and Peoples Company are pleased to present 101.41+/- acres of highly productive, Platte County farmland with an acreage site that includes a home and multiple outbuildings. The public auction will be held at 10:00 AM at Prime 10 Steakhouse and Venue with live and online bidding options available.
This property is located 3 miles west of Columbus, Nebraska, south of the Highway 81/Highway 22 intersection with access gained via a private drive. There are 92+/- acres in production, 63.7 of which are certified irrigated acres under a 7-tower Zimmatic pivot. The system was new in 2011 and features a GrowSmart-FieldBASIC control panel. The balance is in dryland crop and hay production. The topography is mostly level. The farm features a strong NCCPI of 64.6, and the majority soils include Gibbon-Gayville silty clay loam, Lawet silt loam, and Gibbon silt loam. Lost Creek runs through the southern portion of the property. Possession is available for the 2026 crop year.
The FSA lists 81.37 acres of certified cropland. The corn base is 54.26 acres with a 119 PLC yield. The soybean base is 12.44 acres with a 62 PLC yield. The additional 11+/- acres are in hayland production.
The irrigation well, completed on February 20, 1959, has a capacity of 1,100 GPM, a depth of 70 feet, a static water level of 7 feet, and a pumping level of 28 feet. It is constructed with a 6-inch column.
Additionally, there is 2500+ feet of Highway 81 frontage. The area is experiencing rapid growth, highlighted by the new casino and upcoming Bosselman's Fuel Center. This property is ideal for both operators and investors.
The 1.5-story home offers 1,320 square feet of living space with a 780 square foot basement and a detached 576 square foot garage. The dwelling was constructed around 1947 and features wood siding. The home features propane heating supplied by two, 500-gallon tanks. A central cooling system was installed in 2024 for year-round comfort. There are multiple outbuildings.
Disclaimers: A survey was recently completed confirming 101.41 acres, slightly less than the 103 acres listed by the assessor. There are two billboard signs located along the highway that offer minimal additional income. The lease can be continued or terminated upon possession.
Contact the listing agent today for additional information!