Property Description
These 675 acres present an opportunity unlike any other 6± miles West of Carlinville along Route 108 and Lenox Roads in Macoupin County, Illinois! Selling in 10 tracts, there’s something for everyone, or an entire portfolio waiting to be acquired – Class A tillable farmland, pastureland, hunting land, grain storage, rural homesite, outbuildings – you name it, this collection of tracts has it. All tracts are open for the 2027 crop season; hunting rights are open. The farms will sell in the Buyer’s Choice format via public auction on Thursday, December 17 with online and in-person bidding options available. The home on Tract 5 will be open for viewing from 2:00-4:00PM on Sunday, December 6. Details for each tract follow with a comprehensive image gallery below.
Tract Locations: Tracts 1-7 adjoin one another along Lenox Road. From Highway 108, head North on Enos Road then turn East on Lenox Road. Tracts 1-7 are on both sides of Lenox Road in Sections 16 & 21 – Township 10N – Range 8W. Tracts 8-10 adjoin one another in Sections 20 & 29 – Township 10N – Range 8W. Tracts 8 & 9 are North of Highway 108 along Enos Road; Tract 10 is South of Highway 108 directly across from Enos Road.
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Sellers: Stanka-Nelson Farms
Seller’s Representative & Managing Broker: Luke Worrell AFM, ALC · 217-473-7039
Representing Attorney: Tammy M. Julian · Farrell, Hamilton & Julian P.C. · 618-466-9080
Auctioneer: Darrell Moore
Auction Format:
Live in-person and online bidding.
Pre-bids and max-bids may be placed online anytime leading up to the live auction.
If bidding in-person with no desire to place pre-bids online, you may register at the Moose Lodge the morning of the auction.
Online bidding will be available beginning the evening of Monday, November 9. Check back then for online bidding registration details.
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Tract 1: 141.5± Taxable Acres · 96% Tillable
Tract 1 is a good chunk of tillable farmland. Already at 135.53± tillable acres of 141.5± total, an additional 4.0± acres could be converted into row crop if abandoning the old airstrip interests the new owner. Class A Herrick and Virden soils comprise over 90% of the tillable acreage. There is a minimal amount of field tile. Tracts 1, 2 and 6 have historically been farmed together, with four-year yield averages of 253 and 71.5.
Access: From Lenox Road along the South
Acreage: 141.5± total taxable acres, 135.53± tillable acres with potential for 4.0± additional tillable acres
Productivity Index Rating: 133.2
Primary Soil Types: Herrick and Virden
Topography: Level
Parcel IDs: 18-000-219-00, 18-000-218-00, 18-000-221-00, 18-000-222-00, part of 18-000-220-00
2025 Real Estate Taxes (Payable 2026): $5,057.68 (includes the Tract 3 bin site in calculations)
Note: Survey/title work underway to separate Tract 3 (grain bins) from Tract 1, Parcel ID 18-000-220-00 (field)
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Tract 2: 67.26± Taxable Acres · 98% Tillable
Similar in many ways to Tract 1, Tract 2 is a highly-tillable tract of good-quality farmland. Of the 67.26± total acres, 66.09± are in row crop production and carry a Productivity Index Rating of 132. Herrick and Virden silt loams predominate. There is a minimal amount of field tile. Tracts 1, 2 and 6 have historically been farmed together, with four-year yield averages of 253 and 71.5. An airplane hangar measuring approximately 75’x45’ with concrete floors and electricity is located on this tract.
Access: From Lenox Road along the South
Acreage: 67.26± total taxable acres, 66.09± tillable acres
Productivity Index Rating: 132.0
Primary Soil Types: Herrick and Virden
Topography: Level to slightly rolling
Parcel IDs: 18-000-214-00, 18-000-227-00
2025 Real Estate Taxes (Payable 2026): $2,569.10
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Tract 3: 1.50± Acre Bin Site
With five bins and total bushel capacity of approximately 66,000, this tract is a great opportunity for any farmer as on-farm storage has paid its weight in gold during recent market volatility. The location is a great launching pad to get grain to Carlinville or further South to a river terminal. There is room on the 1.50± parcel to add more bins or a workshop. Four bins are 12,500 bu, one bin is 16,000 bu. Motors do not convey. MJM Electric on-site. Survey is underway.
Access: From Lenox Road Along the South
Acreage: 1.50± acres subject to survey
Parcel ID: Approximately 1.5± of the total 23.0± acre parcel 18-000-220-00
2025 Real Estate Taxes (Payable 2026): $839.98 (taxes for entire 23.0± acre parcel)
Note: Survey/title work underway to separate Parcel ID 18-000-220-00 (field) from Tract 3 (grain bins)
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Tract 4: 92.0± Taxable Acres · Combination Farm
A beautifully-diverse tract with something for everyone, Tract 4 is the perfect blend of income and recreation. There are nearly 30 income-producing acres: 14.63± tillable acres (119.4 PI) and 15.00± CRP acres ($3,618 annually through September 2027). Four-year yield average for the tillable acreage is 246 and 52. Another 10.0± acres and a 56’x90′ outbuilding are currently used for cattle. Perhaps the true beauty of this tract lies in the 52.0± wooded acres that include a gorgeous 2.25± acre pond. Tract 4 is the perfect home to many interests and hobbies!
Access: From Lenox Road along the North
Acreage: 92.0± taxable acres, 14.63± tillable acres, 15.0± CRP acres, 52.0± wooded acres, 10.0± pasture acres
Productivity Index Rating (tillable acreage): 119.4
Primary Soil Type (tillable acreage): Keomah
Topography: Level
Parcel IDs: 18-000-224-00, 18-000-225-00, 18-000-223-00, 18-000-299-00, 18-000-300-00
2025 Real Estate Taxes (Payable 2026): $1,184.44
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Tract 5: 12.74± Acre Homesite with Pasture & Outbuildings
This 12.74± acre homestead tract offers 6.0± acres of pasture, two outbuildings, and a 4 bedroom/2 bathroom home. Update the home to suit your needs. The main level includes a kitchen, family room, dining room, two bedrooms and a bathroom. The upper level includes two bedrooms and a bathroom. The basement is unfinished. Two gas fireplaces. Septic, well water (we are verifying the proximity of public water in relationship to subject property; check back 11/10 for confirmation), propane (owned). Estimated 1940 construction.
Large shed was built in 1976 and measures 48’x150’. One-fifth of the floor is concrete, the remainder is gravel. Power and heat run to this building. The old red barn measures 48’x56’. Macoupin County Parcel ID 18-000-27-01.
Come see the home for yourself at the Open House on Sunday, December 6 from 2:00-4:00PM.
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Tract 6: 80.0± Taxable Acres · 91% Tillable Plus Pasture
Tract 6 is another nice, highly-productive tract. Of the 80.0± taxable acres, 72.65± acres are farmed and carry a Productivity Index Rating of 127.3. Class A Herrick and Virden soils comprise 67% of the tract’s tillable acreage. Tracts 1, 2 and 6 have historically been farmed together, with four-year yield averages of 253 and 71.5. Approximately 5.0± acres are currently used for pasture. The tract also has two functional grain bins adding 17,000± bushels of storage capacity.
Access: From Lenox Road along the South
Acreage: 80.0± total taxable acres, 72.65± tillable acres, 5.0± pasture acres, 4.91± wooded acres
Productivity Index Rating (tillable acreage): 127.3
Primary Soil Types (tillable acreage): Herrick and Virden
Topography: Level
Parcel IDs: 18-000-215-00 and 18-000-226-00
2025 Real Estate Taxes (Payable 2026): $2,128.68
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Tract 7: 40± Taxable Acres · Combination Farm
This is a really attractive, affordably-sized combo farm located in a great recreational area. These 40.0± acres currently have 11.56± acres farmed, with room for more. The open grassland could be converted into cropland or used for other recreational benefits. An ambitious dreamer could even see build-site potential there. Mature wooded acreage comprises the majority of the tract. The three-sided shed will be removed from the property before closing.
Access: From Lenox Road along the North
Acreage: 40.0± total taxable acres, 11.56± tillable acres, 21.60± wooded acres
Productivity Index Rating (tillable acreage): 118.1
Primary Soil Types (tillable acreage): Keomah and Rozetta
Topography: Level to gently rolling
Parcel ID: 18-000-226-01
2025 Real Estate Taxes (Payable 2026): $681.98
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Tract 8: 80.0± Taxable Acres · 90% Tillable
This is a chance at a known producer. Approximately 71.91± acres or 90% of the farm is in production with a Productivity Index Rating of 132.3. Class A soils comprise 88.4% of the tillable acreage on this farm. The shape and accessibility of this tract make it an easy one to farm. Four-year yield averages are 258 and 74.
Access: From Highway 108 along the South and Enos Road along the East
Acreage: 80.0± total taxable acres, 71.91± tillable acres
Productivity Index Rating: 132.3
Primary Soil Types: Herrick and Virden
Topography: Level to gently rolling
Parcel IDs: 18-000-282-00 and the portion of 18-000-286-00 located North of Highway 108
2025 Real Estate Taxes (Payable 2026): $1,323.10 plus approximately $782.57 (half of the taxes on parcel 18-000-286-00)
Note: Survey/title work underway to separate Tract 8, Parcel ID 18-000-286-00 from Tract 10, Parcel ID 18-000-286-00, 40 acres South of Highway 108
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Tract 9: 40.0± Taxable Acres · 92% Tillable
Another primarily tillable tract that is easily accessed and highly-farmable, Tract 9 is a great addition to any land portfolio. Approximately 36.97± acres are tillable and carry a Productivity Index Rating of 129. Though the overall PI is high Class B, 72% of the tillable acreage is comprised of Class A Herrick and Virden soils. Like its adjoining counterpart, Tract 8, it is an easily-farmed tract with good access.
Access: From Enos Road along the West and Lenox Road along the North
Acreage: 40.0± total taxable acres, 36.97± tillable acres
Productivity Index Rating: 129
Primary Soil Type: Herrick
Topography: Level
Parcel ID: 18-000-284-00
2025 Real Estate Taxes (Payable 2026): $1,245.90
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Tract 10: 120.0± Taxable Acres · Combination Farm
Last but not least is this Tract 10 – an incredibly unique and diverse tract. This parcel has a lot of cattle infrastructure in place. Approximately 42.0± acres are fenced pasture, with additional fencing within. There are 28.62± tillable acres on the farm that carry a 120.5 Productivity Index Rating. This tract also has plenty of mature woodland flowing around the pasture and farmed acreage. On-site water (both creek and pond), thick cover and adjoining woodland make this an appealing hunting and recreational tract. This tract could be taken in many directions with plenty of potential regardless of which route is chosen.
Access: From Highway 108 along the North
Acreage: 120.0± total taxable acres, 28.62± tillable acres, 45.0± wooded acres, 42.0± pasture acres
Productivity Index Rating (tillable acreage): 120.5
Primary Soil Type (tillable acreage): Wakeland
Topography: Level to rolling
Parcel IDs: 18-000-402-00 and the portion of 18-000-286-00 located South of Highway 108
2025 Real Estate Taxes (Payable 2026): $1,127.36 plus approximately $782.57 (half of the taxes on parcel 18-000-286-00)
Note: Survey/title work underway to separate Tract 10, Parcel ID 18-000-286-00 from Tract 8, Parcel ID 18-000-286-00, 40 acres North of Highway 108
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Sales Terms Summary: Upon conclusion of auction, Sellers and Buyer(s) shall enter into a purchase Agreement, with the Buyer(s) to pay ten percent (10%) of the purchase price as down payment. Balance due and payable on or before February 5, 2027. Possession will be given at closing unless otherwise stated. Sellers will convey by Trustee’s Deed, and will furnish title insurance in amount of the purchase price. Buyer will be given a credit at closing for the 2026 real estate taxes payable in 2027. Procurement of financing shall be the sole responsibility of the Buyer(s) and must be obtained prior to the auction. Broker is acting as the Seller’s agent for Thelma M. Ferguson Living Trust Dated 10-2-1996, Stephanie A. Nelson Revocable Trust dated 7-20-1999, Thomas W. Nelson Estate, Brett Nelson, Theresa Nelson Rogers and Timothy L. Nelson Trust dated 7-20-1999 and is not representing any Buyer(s). The property is being sold “AS IS” without representation or warranty expressed or implied. The sale is subject to Seller approval. The property is being sold by the acre based on taxable acres with the exception of Tracts 3 and 5 which will sell by total dollars. Auctioneer reserves the right to set the bid increments. Seller is not responsible for any accidents that may occur while inspecting the property. Buyer(s) should verify the information to their satisfaction. ANNOUNCEMENTS MADE BY THE BROKER AND/OR AUCTIONEER AT THE TIME OF SALE WILL TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER ANY PREVIOUSLY PRINTED MATERIAL OR ANY OTHER ORAL STATEMENTS MADE.
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Information was obtained from private and public sources with best efforts to express same as accurately as possible and is subject to individual verification. No liabilities for any inaccuracies, errors or omissions is assumed by the owners or their agents. Boundaries on maps and photos are approximate. Worrell Land Services, LLC is acting as the seller’s agent.