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Mercer County Hunting And Recreational Farm With High CRP Return

Acreage

83.34 ±

County

Mercer

Price

$541,000

Description

Not often do you come across a property with this much value packed into one tract—and ready for your finishing touches to hunt, enjoy, and invest. Located just north of Viola off Highway 67, this high-quality farm offers a rare investment opportunity paired with some of the best-known deer density and hunting in western Illinois. This 83.34± acre farm presents a unique chance to own a high-performing land investment combined with exceptional, high-density whitetail deer, turkey, and small game hunting. A substantial portion of the property is enrolled in a CRP tree planting program, providing a generous annual income of $15,089 through 2050! This delivers long-term financial security while enhancing both land value and wildlife habitat. From a hunting perspective, this tract is dialed in for serious deer hunters. Dense CRP tree cover, established travel corridors, and abundant bedding areas create ideal conditions for holding and consistently attracting deer. The property supports high deer density with well-defined trails throughout, making stand placement and hunt planning straightforward and effective. This is the type of habitat that produces regular daylight movement and strong rut activity. There are also numerous opportunities for destination food plots and blind locations to further increase your odds of success. Turkey hunting opportunities are equally impressive. Spring hunts should be nothing short of phenomenal and action-packed, as the Edwards River corridor provides ideal roosting habitat and attracts a strong population of birds year after year. The entire northern boundary of the property is bordered by the Edwards River, offering continuous river frontage that serves as a natural travel corridor, reliable water source, and additional funnel for deer movement. The combination of river access, great cover, and minimal disturbance creates a true sanctuary setting for mature whitetails, with surrounding habitat that supports growing and holding older age-class deer. Whether you’re seeking a low-risk land investment with a guaranteed return on investment, a turnkey trophy hunting property, or both, this farm stands out as a rare and compelling opportunity. Contact Whitetail Properties Land Specialist Brent Reneau or Clark Cummings today for additional information or to schedule your private showing of this incredible property.

Summary

Property

Fencing

Partial

Road Surface

Gravel

Property Type

Recreational Land, Timberland, Hunting Land, Riverfront

Road Frontage

Township Road

Approximate Distances

4 mi	Viola
12 mi	Aledo
15 mi	Milan
23 mi	Cambridge
26 mi	Monmouth
36 mi	Muscatine, IA

Address 000 125th Street Viola, IL 61486

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Details

60.38± acres in CRP paying $15,089 annually through 9-30-2050
Excellent deer, turkey and small game hunting opportunities
Edwards River runs along entire northern boundary and offers seasonal fishing opportunities
125th Ave frontage along the entire south end for multiple access points
Long-term financial security while enhancing land value and wildlife habitat
Dense CRP tree cover, numerous rubs/sign, established travel corridors, and abundant bedding areas
Good access within property for game retrieval, maintenance, or recreational fun
Multiple locations for small & medium sized food plots
Numerous tree stand or blind locations that would support multiple hunters
Excellent turkey roosting habitat near the river
Excellent connecting habitat of cover, water and food sources
Minimal disturbance and quality cover create a true sanctuary for mature whitetails
Excellent property for trapping and furbearer enthusiast