Land Auction | Hancock County, IA | Cropland - Income - Investment | 319+/- Acres | #2826

   Add to Calendar 2025-09-05 12:00:00.000 2025-09-05 12:00:00.000 America/Chicago Land Proz Auction Section 4 of Britt TWP & Section 28 of Crystal TWP | Hancock County, IA | 4 Tracts | 305.26 +/- Tillable Acres Section 4 of Britt TWP & Section 28 of Crystal TWP | Hancock County, IA | 4 Tracts | 305.26 +/- Tillable Acres JJ Wise jjwise@landproz.com
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319 ±
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Hancock County
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IA
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Wednesday, September 10, 2025 3:00 pm CDT

319 Acres
Hancock County, ia

 

 

 

OWNER

Arlene Knapper Trust

Attorney For Seller: Jacquelyn K. Arthur, Laird Law Firm 

 

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PROPERTY DESCRIPTION

LandProz is pleased to present the Arlene Knapper Trust Auction in Hancock County, IA. This farmland will be offered to the public to bid their price via LandProz AuctionCast at landproz.com. Spanning across 319 +/- acres, the Knapper Family Farms—proudly held by two generations since 1972—will be offered by LandProz Real Estate in four distinct tracts, each presenting an exceptional opportunity for agricultural investment. Tract 1 encompasses 119 +/- acres, Tract 2 consists of 80 +/- acres, Tract 3 offers 40 +/- acres, and Tract 4 spans 80 +/- acres. Each tract has the advantage of county drainage mains across the farmland, enhancing both productivity and drainage capabilities. Notably, Tract 4 features a section which was pattern-tiled with 12,765 feet of tile in the spring of 2024, ensuring optimal drainage and crop health. Recent improvements include the application of lime in 2023 to Tracts 1, 2, and 4, a testament to the commitment to soil vitality and long-term yield potential. The auction will take place on Wednesday, September 10th at 3:00pm, featuring virtual live bidding. Join us in person at our Zumbrota, MN auction studio or participate online to seize this rare opportunity to make these farms part of your family's legacy. With it's rich family heritage and modern enhancements, the Knapper farms stand ready to welcome you as the next stewards for years to come.

Please contact LandProz Auction Manager JJ Wise at 641-420-7355 for more information regarding this auction. 

 

TRACT 1

• 119 +/- Deeded Acres 

• 113.14 +/- Tillable Acres 

• 113.01 +/- Taxable Acres

• CSR2 of 64.2 

• Prominent Soil Types: Mayer loam & Wadena loam

• Lime fertilizer application in 2023

• Widen field drive in 2022

• 24" County tile main running on south side of farm

• County drainage district ditch runs along the south side

• Located along B20 hard surface road

• 1.5 Miles north of Tracts 2,3, and 4

• 2023 Beans 50.39 bu/ac actual yields

• 2024 Corn 188 bu/ac actual yields

• Real Estate Taxes: $2,722

 

TRACT 2

• 80 +/- Deeded Acres 

• 77.87 +/- Tillable Acres 

• 79 +/- Taxable Acres

• CSR2 of 50.1

• Prominent Soil Types: Wadena loam & Harcot clay loam

• Lime fertilizer application in 2023

• 8" and 14" County tile mains running through farm

• County drainage ditch butts south side

• 1.5 miles south off B20 hard surface road

• Centrally located between opposing tracts

• On 11/4/2019 the building site was leveled and well capped improving farmability 

• 2023 Beans 47.93 bu/ac actual yields

• 2024 Corn 190 bu/ac actual yields

• Real Estate Taxes: $1,454

 

TRACT 3

• 40 +/- Deeded Acres 

• 34.29 +/- Tillable Acres 

• 34.52 +/- Taxable Acres

• CSR2 of 55.6

• Prominent Soil Types: Harps clay loam & Okoboji mucky silt loam

• 16” County tile main running through farm

• Deep open county dredge ditch borders south and west side of farm

• 2 Miles south off B20 hard surface road

• Located between tract 2 and 4

• 2023 Corn 207.79 bu/ac actual yields

• 2024 Corn 158 bu/ac actual yields

• Real Estate Taxes: $702

 

TRACT 4

• 80 +/- Deeded Acres 

• 78.44 +/- Tillable Acres 

• 78.86 +/- Taxable Acres

• CSR2 of 41

• Prominent Soil Types: Harcot clay loam, Houghton muck

• 12,750 +/- Feet of tile installed spring of 2024 to partially pattern tile farm where needed

• 15" and Smaller county tile mains running through north end, south end, and middle of farm

• County dredge ditch forms at the SW portion of farm

• Private main running east and west to dredge ditch

• Buyer has rights to hook lateral lines to private tile per Zuehl Easement Book#11-2649

• Located on secondary shared grass road 1/4 mile off hard surface James Avenue

• 2023 Corn 186.23 bu/ac actual yields

• 2024 Beans 47 bu/ac actual yields

• Real Estate Taxes: $1186

 

 

TERMS

10% down [non-refundable] as earnest money on each tract, the day of the auction. Balance is due at closing. Closing date TBD. Farms are open for immediate possession after closing subject to the current farm lease. Any statements made the day of the auction take precedence over previous materials. All information provided herein was obtained from sources deemed reliable, but neither the auction company nor the seller guarantee it's accuracy.

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