Illinois
De Witt County
61± Acres
Sold

Dewitt County, Illinois 61 Acres of Land With Newly Constructed Building

14477 US Highway 51, Wapella, IL 61777

Property Description

Located in Northern DeWitt County, IL this 61.67 acre property offers a 7,425 sq ft steel framed building with tillable income and recreational opportunities abound.

Situated in Northern DeWitt County, Illinois, this surveyed 61.67-acre property offers a rare combination of income-producing farmland, exceptional recreational opportunities, and a newly constructed 7,425 sq. ft. steel-framed building. Conveniently located just 15 minutes south of Bloomington along US Highway 51, the property offers a variety of possibilities for business, agricultural, or personal uses.

The 5,500 sq. ft. main shop features concrete in-floor heating, insulated metal-finished walls, and an adaptable layout, making it ideal for equipment storage, or workshop space. An additional 1,925 sq. ft. of potential living quarters or office space boasts vaulted ceilings and expansive windows, creating an open, light-filled environment. A wraparound front porch overlooks the property’s ag field, providing the perfect vantage point for wildlife viewing and outdoor entertaining.

A 1.3± acre parking lot on the east side of the building accommodates large equipment, multiple vehicles, or event parking. The property’s 24.5± acres of tillable ground carry a productivity index of 125, with an additional 7.69 acres of expiring CRP contract acres. These areas also lend themselves well to possible wildlife food plots or enhanced habitat projects.

With a mix of upland and bottomland terrain connected by natural wildlife corridors, the land offers outstanding hunting and year-round recreational use right outside your door. Properties of this caliber are seldom available near Bloomington-Normal—making this an exceptional investment opportunity.

INCOME:

TILLABLE: $7000

ACREAGE BREAKDOWN:

TILLABLE: 24.5 +/- Acres
EXPIRING CRP: 7.69 Acre
TIMBER: 22.5 +/- Acres
PARKING LOT: 1.3 +/- Acre

KEY FEATURES:

  • 15 minutes south of Bloomington, 8 minutes south of Heyworth
  • Newly constructed 7,425 sq. ft. steel-framed building
  • 5,500 sq. ft. heated shop space with insulated metal walls
  • Two overhead doors: (20' x 14') and (18' x 10')
  • 1,925 sq. ft. of potential living or office space with vaulted ceilings
  • Large windows with scenic farm views
  • Wraparound porch with outdoor lighting
  • Heated concrete floors
  • Solar-powered electricity; generator-ready setup
  • Newly installed septic system and private well
  • Surveyed 61.67-acre property
  • 1.3+/- acre parking lot suitable for large equipment or events
  • 24.5 +/- tillable acres with a Productivity Index (PI) of 125
  • 22.5 +/- acres of mature timber
  • 7.69 acres of potential tillable ground or ideal food plot locations
  • Abundant wildlife, including whitetail deer and wild turkey

Directions:

Exit I-74 at exit 135 for US 51/ US 51 Business toward Decatur/Bloomington, Proceed South Following signs to Decatur. Continue on US 51 for 12 miles. The farm entrance is located on the west side of US 51 before the Long Point Creek Bridge.

Additional Details

Home Details

Sq Ft: 7425.00

Property Details

Status: Sold
Acres: 61
Type: Recreational Land, Hunting Land, Farms, Business Opportunity
Dwelling Sq Ft: 7,425
Ross Fogle
Land Broker & REALTOR® Serving Central Illinois
Ross Fogle
Licensed in IL

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