Harrison County 87-Acre Absolute Farm Auction

Wednesday, August 21^st @ 5:30PM

5 Parcels – Home w/ Extensive Updates – Building Lots – Great Views – Adjacent to Jockey Hollow Wildlife Area

Live Auction with Online Bidding @ RES.bid

Auction will be held onsite located at 39201 Stumptown Road, Cadiz, OH 43907.

Real Estate: Originally established in 1815 and locally known as “The Rankin Farm,” this picturesque and diverse property is being offered for public sale for the first time in decades. The majority of the property is made up of rolling and open fields which were once home to a Grade A Jersey dairy farm and have been used as productive hay ground for many years. A well maintained and nicely updated two bedroom, one bath craftsman style farmhouse sits perfectly on the highest point and overlooks the entire property offering breathtaking views in nearly every direction as far as the eye can see. Frontage on two roads provides ample access with over 1,770 feet on US-22 and approximately 1,300 feet on OH-519 and the possibility to subdivide as a family property or as an investment. Centrally located between Cadiz and Freeport, this great location provides easy access to modern conveniences and at the same time guarantees privacy with over 3,500 acres of uninterrupted nature next door in the form of Jockey Hollow Wildlife Area.

Whether you’re seeking an addition to or the start of your own cattle operation, a recreational paradise with thousands of acres to explore nearby, or looking to build your forever home, this property is sure to exceed your expectations. Don’t miss your chance to experience the definition of rural living at its finest. The setting, location, and upside potential are unparalleled with the ability to buy this at absolute auction with no minimums or reserves.

Parcel 1: 5.8± acres including a cozy two bedroom, one bathroom home with handcrafted oak trim and attached garage all situated on a beautiful hilltop setting offering million-dollar, panoramic views of the surrounding countryside yet conveniently located less than 8 miles from Cadiz. The home has had extensive updates including: 30 year Owens Corning architectural roofing, Andersen replacement windows with lifetime transferable warranty, Lenox high efficiency LP furnace & central air conditioning, Updated 200 amp electric service and new wiring including transfer switch for whole house generator, 160’ deep water well new in 2021, New 50 gallon water heater, Brand new carpet, Recently refinished kitchen.

Parcel 2: 8.1± wooded acres with over 1,100 feet of road frontage consisting of mixed hardwoods with a small ravine crossing the property. This would be a great place for a small cabin or hunting camp located across the road from Jockey Hollow Wildlife Area which offers nearly 3,500 acres of public hunting and fishing opportunities. Also nearby are Clendening and Piedmont Lakes, both offering fishing, boating, marinas and campgrounds for year-round recreational opportunities.

Parcel 3: 16.3± hilltop acres with 9 acres of rolling, productive hay ground offering multiple homesites with beautiful views and electricity available at the road. The balance of the property is wooded with young oak ridges chocked full of deer, turkey and other wildlife. This tract is directly adjacent to Jockey Hollow Wildlife Area offering endless hours of hunting, hiking, fishing and exploring the over 3,500 acres of public access and ensures no neighbors for miles.

Parcel 4: 5.25± acre ridgetop building lot with panoramic views overlooking 3,500+ acres of uninterrupted nature and sunsets straight from a postcard. Offering over 500 feet of road frontage on OH-519 with electricity available across the road.

Parcel 5: 53.75± acres of rolling, open ground with road frontage on OH-519 and a secondary access easement from US-22. This tract has been productively farmed for hay for many years and is the perfect addition to an existing cattle operation or as the perfect foundation for a new producer looking to enter the beef industry. A spring fed water trough is present on the property and has steadily provided water for over 100 years. 

Open House: The property will be open for inspection Thursday, August 8th 5-7PM. Pick up a brochure and walk the land at your leisure. Private showings available through Mark Zimmerman, 330-705-2567.

Taxes/Legal: Harrison County Parcel #’s 17-0000758.000 & 17-0000757.002 located in Moorefield Township & Harrison Hills Local School District. The current annual taxes are $1,384.18 and will be prorated to the date of closing. If the property sells in parcels the county will determine the new tax rate per parcel.

Terms: The successful purchaser will be required to make a nonrefundable down payment of 10% at the conclusion of the auction with the balance due at closing within 45 days. A 10% buyer’s premium will be added to the final bid to determine the purchase price. All desired inspections need to be completed prior to bidding. The seller will have the right to harvest the hay until October 15th. Additional details are available at www.RES.bid.

Andy White, Auctioneer - Mark Zimmerman, Listing Agent - Drew Turner - Jeremy Schaefer, Broker