Sold
Elite 53± Acre Hunting Farm With Rare Isolation Advantage
Acreage
53 ±
County
Jefferson
SOLD
Address 000 E Quail Road Bluford, IL 62814
View on Google MapsDescription
Located in Jefferson County, Illinois, this 53± acre property is an absolute standout for serious whitetail hunters. From the moment you arrive, surrounded by agriculture and the only travel corridor in the immediate area, it’s clear that this Wildlife Oasis offers the kind of habitat and wildlife activity that hunters spend years searching for. The separation from other cover in the area gives this tract an incredible chance to truly grow and hold giants.
The property includes roughly 15± acres of tillable ground that serves as a strong food source and pairs perfectly with the surrounding timber. The transition from open ground into cover creates a highly attractive layout and gives the farm excellent balance. If income is not a requirement for you, I can't imagine what 15 acres of switchgrass could grow and hold as far as the number of deer reaching maturity.
The remaining acreage is timber, and the buck sign across this property is nothing short of impressive. There is not a place you can stand without seeing rubs, and fresh sign is present literally every step through the woods. Trails cut through the timber in multiple directions, and the overall feel of the property immediately signals heavy deer usage.
The timber also provides outstanding bedding areas that help keep deer on the property. The combination of security cover and nearby food creates a natural setup that supports consistent wildlife activity throughout the farm.
Food plot opportunities within the timber are exceptional. Numerous locations offer the ability to establish secluded plots that fit naturally into the landscape and complement the existing layout. With the amount of deer sign already present, these areas have the potential to become highly productive hunting setups.
Wildlife sightings only reinforced what the habitat already suggests. When pulling up to the property, over 10 deer were feeding in the field alongside five mature toms.
The property sets up extremely well for hunting, with a layout that allows for multiple approaches and stand locations. Its size strikes an ideal balance — large enough to manage and hunt effectively, yet manageable enough to maintain without becoming overwhelming.
Access is convenient, making it easy to get in and out of the property while keeping the hunting experience intact. Tracts with this level of sign, habitat, and wildlife presence rarely hit the market, especially in a size range that appeals to so many buyers.
If you’ve been searching for a true hunting property with visible deer activity, strong bedding habitat, and the kind of buck sign that immediately builds confidence, this Jefferson County farm deserves your attention. This is the type of ground hunters get excited about — a property that feels right the second you step onto it and continues to impress with every acre.
Details
- Outstanding buck sign
- Great turkey habitat
- Amazing food plot opportunities
- Tillable and timber mix
- Road frontage on two sides
- Great bedding
- Surrounded by ag
- 12 miles from Mount Vernon
Summary
Land Type
Hunting and Recreational, Ranch and Farm, Timberland
Property Type
Farms, Recreational Land, Timberland, Hunting Land
Land and Farm Property Types
Agriculture - Agribusiness, Land - Hunting, Land - Recreational
Road Frontage
County Road
Road Surface
Blacktop/Asphalt
Fencing
Partial
Land Details
Timber, Tillable
Improvements/Features
Small Game, Big Game
Activities on Property
Hunting, Hiking, ATV Riding, Camping, Horseback Riding, Family Activities
Roads
Road Frontage
Tillable/Production Areas
Tillable, Softwood Trees, Hardwood Trees, Corn, Soybeans
Waterfront
Creek
Wild Game
Small Game, Big Game, Other Game
Other Property Details
Coordinates
38.35915, -88.7025
Annual Taxes
$434
Sold Property
For more information or to see additional properties currently for sale see Josh Malone's listings.