Online Auction - Weston Mo Development And Recreational Ground

ONLINE ONLY AUCTION

PRIME RECREATIONAL LAND * WESTON BLUFFS WALKING TRAIL * BUILDING OPPORTUNITY 

TIMBER * PEACEFUL AREA * HIKING * WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY * PLATTE COUNTY, MISSOURI

ONLINE BIDDING OPENS: Monday, September 28th, 2020 at 6:00 PM (CT)

ONLINE BIDDING CLOSES: Wednesday, October 28th, 2020 at 6:00 PM (CT)

REGISTER & BID ONLINE: Go to the website and register online.  All bidding is conducted online only and registration can take up to 24 hours, so please register before the last day.

PROPERTY LOCATION: In Weston, Missouri the property is bordered on the north by Thomas Street and on the northwest portion by Cherry Street.  You can also take Welt Street south to where it turns into the Weston Bluffs Walking Trail, which runs through the south portion of the subject property. See map link for approximate property boundaries.  Watch for Auction signs.

LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Approximately 45 acre tract of land which is inside the Weston, MO city limits and located in Section 13, Township 53 North, Range 36, Platte County, Missouri.  A more precise legal description is outlined in the Title Insurance Commitment.

ACREAGE: There are 45+/- acres according to Platte County, Missouri.

PROPERTY PREVIEW: This property is vacant land and can be viewed at any time.  See map link for further directions and property boundaries.  

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Very unique and rare tract of land in Weston, Mo. The total acreage is approximately 45 +/- acres.  The property includes 5 plated lots and is located along old South Bluff Road and connecting to the northwest corner of Weston Bend State Park.  This parcel has several high points on it that were known as \"The Pinnacles\" at one time. There is value in the timber on this land. It also offers a one of a kind potential home sites with amazing views of the Missouri River valley off to the west. 

DEVELOPMENT & RECREATIONAL: The property has sufficient elevation to offer fantastic views of Historic Weston, the Missouri River and the surrounding area. Perfect for hillside homesites or future development.  There are a significant amount of mature hard-wood trees on the property as well as an abundance of wildlife which include (deer, turkey, small game, birds and more). The south side of the property has a maintained walking trail and is bordered by Bear Creek, which drains into the Missouri River.

WESTON, MISSOURI: The town of Weston is unique to say the least.  In the 1800’s it was one of the largest ports on the Missouri River and today the town still offers a wide range of historical experiences.  There are a variety of unique shops, distilleries, farms, antebellum homes and events that make this town a true treasure.  

WESTON BEND STATE PARK: The property is bordered by the 1,133 acre Weston Bend State Park.  The park is operated by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources and has a variety of hiking, biking, walking and recreational activities.

WESTON BLUFFS TRAIL: The improved walking, biking and hiking trail runs through the south end of the property.  The Weston Bluffs Trail is a 3.25 mile limestone trail that follows part of the historic path of Lewis and Clark.  You can access Weston Bend State Park from the south end of the trail and it offers great scenic visions of the Missouri River Valley. 

ELEVATION: The property ranges in elevation from 780’ to over 980’ above sea level, offering excellent views of the Missouri River Valley and surrounding areas of Platte County, Missouri. 

SOIL TYPES: The primary soil types on the property are Knox Silt Loam, Knox Silty Clay Loam, Snead-Rock outcrop complex, Parkville Silty Clay Loam. 

TAXES: The general taxes for 2019 were $401.65.

MINERALS: The Seller’s share of mineral rights will sell with the surface.

AUCTIONEERS NOTE: This property has been in the same family for many, many years.  Their decision to sell affords the new owner an opportunity to purchase a very unique property that could be developed into outstanding home sites on top of the peaks, or just enjoy the solitude of a true in-town get away.  For more information about the auction or the property, contact Paul Light, Broker at 816-507-4242. 

SELLER: Douglas Haas, Janet & Frank Cavallaro