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544 Acres, Greeley County, Springdale Ranch

Springdale Ranch: A Hunter’s Paradise in Greeley County, Nebraska

Nestled northeast of North Loup in the rolling hills of Greeley County lies Springdale Ranch, a true hunter’s paradise and all-around gem in the heart of the North Loup Valley. This 544.82± acre property blends exceptional recreational opportunity with strong agricultural production and stunning Nebraska scenery.

The diverse landscape features everything an outdoorsman or land investor could want?lush creek bottoms, fertile irrigated cropland, and expansive canyon grasslands that overlook the valley below. The bottomland creek area provides prime habitat for deer, turkey, and other wildlife, making this an ideal location for hunting or a private retreat.

The ranch offers a balanced mix of land uses:
140.94± acres of quality flood irrigated farmland.
7.67± acres of dry cropland.
365.41± acres of hardland grass.
21± acres of bottomland and creek area.
1± acre site with a 60’x80 metal building.
8.8± acres in roads and access.

Access is excellent via well-maintained county roads, and the large 60’x80 metal building is already in place-ready to be finished into living quarters, hunting lodge, or a combination workshop and storage area.

From the sweeping views of the North Loup Valley to the whispering grass canyons and the sound of the creek winding through the bottoms, Springdale Ranch offers the perfect blend of production, recreation, and peace of mind.

Whether you’re looking for a hunting retreat, an investment opportunity, or a place to build your dream country getaway, Springdale Ranch checks every box.

Legal Description:

Tract A: That part of the West Half ofthe Southwest Quarter of Section 17, Township 18 North, Range 12 West of the 6th P.M., located West of the County Road, Greeley County, Nebraska.

Tract B: All of Section 18, Township 18 North, Range 12 West of the 6th P.M., Greeley County Nebraska, lying East of the Canal.

Tract C: All of Section 18, Township 18 North, Ranch 12 West of the 6th P.M., Greeley County, Nebraska, lying North and East of Springdale Road and West of the Canal.

Tract D: The Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section 19, Township 18 North, Range 12 West of the 6th P.M., Greeley County, Nebraska, LESS a parcel of land conveyed to The United States of America, its successors and assigns in Deed Book 55 on Page 373 described as follows: Beginning at Point X, which point is on the North line of said NW1/4NE1/4 and bears N89″59’E (BLM S89°33’E), 935.0 feet from the North Quarter corner of said Section 19; thence along said north line N89°59’E (BLM S89°33’E), 387. feet to Point Y; thence along said East line South, 1335.3 feet to Point Z, which point is the Southeast corner of said NW1/4NE1/4, thence along the South line of said NW1/4 N89°35’W, 380.3 feet to Point A1; thence N01°15’W, 1270.0 feet to Point B1, thence N18°16’E, 66.1 feet to the Point of Beginning, containing an area of 12.1 acres, more or less, subject to easements, reservations, covenants and restrictions of record.

Address: North Loup, NE 68859
County: Greeley

130 Acres, Custer County Elk Paradise

Located just East and slightly North of Arnold, Nebraska, off of road 415, is 130± acres of canyon pasture that is very unique. The terrain in this area is very beautiful with many agricultural fields of wheat, corn, and other crops. To access this property, travel East of Arnold on highway 92. You will start to climb as you approach county road 415. This property is located just a mile North. The access road sits above the canyons, making it perfect to view and manage an elk herd.

Within the fence are 58 bull elk and 9 cow elk that are very well established and currently managed by the Owner. This ranch is known as Buffalo Hills Elk Ranch, and could be used for guided hunts, or to buy, sell, or trade elk meat on the open market. Elk meat is a very popular meat choice, and many companies market it for purchase Online.

This could be a quality business venture for the right person. Check out the pictures of the elk, they are flat out amazing! This land is perfectly suited to raise elk, and access to the property couldn’t be easier.

Information from the Seller:

• Feed expense, grain mix 12 tons/year, $400 each = $4,800 total

• Alfalfa bales for winter feed, 40 bales, 125 ton @ $93.75/bale, $3,750.

• Annual CERVID license is $2.50/head not to exceed $250.

• Every 3 years fence inspection is the same price as the CERVID license

• Inspections are done by the Department of Agriculture, which is good until 2027. The license is renewed for 2026.

Legal Description: Parcel 3000663440, 31 18, 24 PAR IN E1/2 116.08 ACRES ARNOLD TWP, Parcel 000664660, 32 18 24 SEC 32-18-24 PAR IN SW 1/4 & S1/2NW 13.98 ACRES ARNOLD TWP. *Legal obtained from Custer County GIS website.

Taxes: $763.72

Address: Arnold, NE 69120
County: Custer

729 Acres, Indianola Grass, Dryland, and Acreage

If you’re looking for a well-rounded property that offers productive farmland, quality grass, and an attractive acreage site, this is your opportunity! This diverse property includes excellent grassland, dry cropland, and a well-maintained improvement site that’s ready for your operation.

The homestead sits on approximately 13 acres and features a historic barn, multiple machine sheds, and a modest yet comfortable home with several updates. From the home site, enjoy beautiful views overlooking the Republican River Valley to the north.

The farmland is primarily made up of productive Class II Holdrege silt loam soils. The grassland has been improved with submersible wells and a pipeline system that supplies four livestock tanks, along with a functional windmill located on the north end of the home grass parcel.

Outbuildings include a Wick 80’x60’x16’ pole building, an additional slant-wall shed, open-faced trailer storage, and a 1920s barn that has seen extensive exterior improvements. The home offers three bedrooms and one bathroom upstairs, with a full unfinished basement featuring a shower and toilet area. Recent updates include a newer water heater and forced air heating and cooling system. The acreage is surrounded by mature windbreak trees and conveniently located near Indianola, Nebraska.

This property can be purchased as one complete unit or divided into four separate parcels as depicted by the map available on the website, providing flexibility for a variety of buyers and operations. Should the property be sold separately all acreages would be subject to a survey and would be at the cost of the buyer.

This is a rare chance to own a productive and well-kept property combining farmland, grassland, and an established acreage in a desirable area.

Don’t miss this opportunity! Properties like this are hard to find and don’t last long.

Acres/Prices
North Grass: 421.58± ($795,000)
Dryland: 120.19± ($277,850)
Home Grass: 172± ($326,800)
Acreage: 13± ($425,000)
Balance roads and waste: 2.38±
Total: 729.15±
All acres to be confirmed by survey should parcels sell separately from the whole.

Outbuildings
Acreage
Slant Wall Stl Bldg 0 x 48 x 14 ,840sqft
Farm Utility Building 2 x 28 x 10 96sqft
Farm Utility Building 6 x 12 x 8 92sqft
Equipment Shed 012 5 x 30 x 14 ,250sqft
Wick Shop 014 0 x 60 x 16 ,800sqft
Barn, General Purpose 920 8 x 32 x 10 ,216sqft
Home= 1,380 sq feet. 3 bed 1 bath on main floor. 1,380 sqft Unfinished basement with bathroom. Basement did have 2 egress windows installed. Newer water heater and forced air system.

Well Info
Domestic well at house feeds tank in pasture. Livestock well on the North end of the pasture feeds pipeline tank. Livestock well on the East side of pasture by county road. Windmill on the North end of Home Grass parcel.

Legal Description
SW1/4, NW1/4 Section 25-T3-R28 West of the 6th P.M. Red Willow County, Nebraska

Taxes: $4,767.28

Address: Indianola, NE 69034
County: Red Willow

550 Acres, Hollibaugh Farms Absolute Auction

ABSOLUTE LAND AUCTION November 5, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Auction to be held at Kirk’s Nebraskaland Steakhouse in Lexington, NE.

Click here to watch the auction online.

Watching the auction online, does not require any action. There will be no online bidding. If you are planning to absentee bid, you must complete and return the “Terms and Conditions Bid Certificate” on or before November 3, 2025 to be approved for absentee bidding.

Located in and around Eddyville, Nebraska are three parcels of land that have been in the Hollibaugh family for more than 60 years. It is obvious how well maintained this land is in an area that is exceptionally beautiful with rolling hills, some flat areas, and others filled with hardwoods that are breathtaking, especially in the Fall.

This parcel is a combination of irrigated land, dryland, and soft rolling hills that are “loaded” with wildlife, but also high quality farm ground. The farmstead is perfectly located with excellent access, and room for growth. There is a pipe that runs underneath the road to irrigate the hay/corn field.

This parcel is a level stretch of land with productive soils, and an 8-9 tower Reinke 680 pivot. The pivot motor belongs to the tenant and will be removed before closing.

This combination land is a wildlife sanctuary along with very productive land including 28± irrigated acres. There are 130± acres of grass on this parcel. The Creek Place has a homesite area that would be perfect to build a home with excellent county road access.

All three parcels have their own dedicated well with parcel #1-2 well motors that belong to the tenant. On parcel #3, the well and motor are owned by the Sellers.

Address: Eddyville, NE 68834
County: Dawson

320 Acres, Webster County Dryland Quarters

Premium Dryland Farm Ground for Sale – Webster County, Nebraska

An exceptional opportunity to acquire two closely located dryland quarters located along a paved highway 78 just North of Guide Rock, Nebraska. These properties offer highly productive soils and versatile land use potential, ideal for farming and grazing operations.

Property Highlights:

Soil Quality: Predominantly Class I, II, and III Holdrege and Hastings silt loams, known for their fertility and excellent drainage.

NW 1/4 of Section 22:
160± total acres | 117± Dryland | 39.96± Grass | 6.04± Roads
Taxes: $4,077.40

• Includes a mix of dryland farm ground and fenced pasture on the northern portion.
• Significant cedar tree removal has enhanced pasture usability.
• A pond located in the northwest corner serves as the sole water source.
• Remaining grassland has historically been utilized for hay production.

SE 1/4 of Section 21:
160± total acres | 118± Dryland | 34.96± Grass | 7.04± Roads and waste
Taxes: $3,510.34

• Primarily dryland cropland with additional hayed pasture along the eastern edge.
• Features a dry creek in the northwest corner, adding natural character and drainage.
• Over time, most of this parcel has been successfully converted to productive dryland farm ground.

Location:
Strategically situated with highway frontage, offering easy access and logistical advantages for agricultural operations.

160 Acres, Cheyenne County CRP North

A very good quarter of farmground in Cheyenne County NE, North of Potter. Th ere are 80.06 acres in CRP expiring this fall. Another 64.5 acres gets $1480 per year and expires in 2032. Th ere is also a payment from Pheasants Forever, which pays $374.75 per year, and that contract ends 7/31/2026.

This land has an excellent stand of grass and would make a great place to build a home, or aft er the CRP expires would be an excellent pasture for a group of cows. It could also be farmed again. Access is excellent with county roads on the East and North sides of the property.

Legal Description: NE 1/4 S19-T16N-R52 West of the 6th P.M. Cheyenne County Nebraska

Taxes: $807.62

Address: Potter, NE 69156
County: Cheyenne

688 Acres, Dawes County, Pine Ridge Ranch and Wildlife

This is an exceptional ranch/hunting retreat/recreational property located in the Pine Ridge of Western NE. It is located approximately 14 miles SE of Chadron NE. It has an older home in good livable condition. A nice shop, livestock barn and set of pens and outbuildings. All the wildlife that resides in the Pine Ridge area are present on this ranch including elk, mule deer, whitetail deer, coyotes, bobcats, mountain lion and turkeys to name a few. There are approximately 250 acres of farm land that is used for hay every year, making this ranch a good place to use as a home base for a cow/calf operation.

This ranch can have several different income streams, hunting, haying and grazing. There is a school land lease (BELF) of 637.7 acres that will be transferred to the new buyer, it connects the two non-contiguous pieces. The cost per year is $6,957.40 per year. There is also the possibility of taking over two private leases that are currently used with this property. There is not a fence on the east side of the school lease.

Places like this do not come up for sale often. It probably wont be on the market long.

Call Scott Saults if you have any questions or would like to view this property.

Income Potential (with private leases): Take in 140 pairs @$60/month for 5 months=$42,000
Hunting lease income: $10,000
Haying income: $7,500
Total income: $ 59,500

Legal Description:
All West of the 6th P.M. Dawes County Nebraska; E1/2SE1/4 S8-T32N-R47; W1/2SE1/4, SW1/4 S9-T32N-R47; E1/2W1/2, N1/2NE1/4 S21-T32N-R47; N1/2NW1/4 S28-T32N-R47; NE1/4NE1/4 S29-T32N-R47

Taxes: $5,247.64

Address: Chadron, NE 69337
County: Dawes

320 Acres, Gosper County Grass

Rare Opportunity: Prime Hardland Grass Pasture Near Bertrand, NE.

Discover a truly exceptional chance to acquire prime Hardland Grass located just 4.5 miles Southwest of Bertrand, Nebraska. This property has remained off the market for decades, making it a rare and valuable opportunity to expand your grass holdings in one of the region’s most productive farming areas.

Boasting excellent county road access, this pasture offers seamless entry and exit for livestock, simplifying daily operations and pasture checks. A newer solar-powered livestock well is conveniently situated on the South side of the road, with a pipeline feeding a tank on the North side, ensuring reliable water access across both sections of the property.

Strategically designed for rotational grazing, the road divides the pasture into two distinct areas, each with its own water source. A cattle crossover beneath Road 735 near the old windmill further enhances functionality, allowing for efficient movement and improved grazing management.

Whether you’re looking to expand your existing operation or invest in high-quality pastureland, this property combines location, infrastructure, and long-term potential in one outstanding package.

Legal Description: Township 6-Range 21 West of the 6th P.M. Gosper County, Nebraska Section 17 SE 1/4; SW 1/4 17-6-21

Taxes: $2,169.32

Address: Bertrand, NE 68927
County: Gosper

644 Acres, Brown County Pasture

644.08+/- acres of pasture ground for sale with immediate possession available upon closing! This property is located approximately 25 miles Southwest of Ainsworth with good access off Elsmere Road. There is one registered well and one windmill on the property.

Legal Description:
27 27 23 N1/2, SE, & E1/2SW 563.90 Acres
26 27 23 W1/2NW 80.18 Acres

Taxes: $3,474.18

Address: Ainsworth, NE 69210
County: Brown

617 Acres, Garden County Scenic Pasture

This is a very nice section of grass located just ½ mile south of the North Platte river, or 5 miles SE of Lewellen, NE. This is a very productive pasture with a small set of panel pens. There is good access from a county road.

The pasture has some cedar trees with rock outcroppings and great deer and turkey habitat. The hunting is outstanding on this parcel, with mule deer, whitetails, turkeys, coyotes, bobcat, and an occasional mountain lion passing through. This would make a great spot to put a small hunting cabin.

The pasture is watered by a windmill with a 30 foot tank, and there is income potential from grazing. The pasture will run 40-45 pairs for 5 months for an income of 40 pairs X $50 per pair per month = $2000 X 5 = $10,000 in income for the year.

Legal Description: ALL 12-15-42 West of the 6th P.M. Garden County Nebraska

Taxes: $2,172.60

Address: Lewellen, NE 69147
County: Garden