1,460 Acres, Lincoln County – Lincoln County Grass and Wildlife

Lincoln County Grass and Wildlife, south of Brady, NE is a true Nebraska sportsman’s paradise. With 1,460± contiguous acres of hard canyon pasture land, this Nebraska hunting property is filled with elk, deer, wild turkey, and dove. There is excellent access via Callahan Road. Sections 1 and 2 are registered elk zones with the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. The Sellers feel section 36 could also be given an elk zone tag. This would provide the full 1,460± acres with elk hunting opportunities. An out of state owner could apply for a resident or nonresident elk tag, conditional upon approval from the Nebraska Game and Parks.

The hardland canyon pasture is perfect for grazing cattle. In 2022, 135 pairs were grazed due to the drought, but in prior years, as many as 180 pairs were grazed for 5 months. The property is available for the 2023 cattle grazing season, and will remain open for the 2023 grazing season.

There are 3 water sources and 1 tank. The tank water source comes from a mutual agreement with the neighbor to the west of Callahan Road. It is a year-to-year arrangement with no future guarantees; however, the neighbor is cooperative to sharing the water that flows underneath Callahan Road. There is electrical power on the property via a submersible well located in Section 1.

This property presents a great chance to purchase hunting and grazing land in Eastern Lincoln County.

Taxes: $12,680.58

Address: Brady, NE 69123
County: Lincoln

2,927 Acres, Scotts Bluff County- Signal Butte Ranch-Tract 2

This Nebraska ranch is also available as Signal Butte Ranch

Signal Butte Ranch-Tract 2, also known as Cedar Canyon Ranch, consists of 2,927± acres and can be utilized for superior wildlife hunting as well as cattle grazing. The majority of the acres are timbered rangeland creating a perfect environment for top-notch hunting. This ranch is filled with an abundance wildlife including deer and turkey.

Location 4 Miles south & 4 Miles west of Gering, NE

County Acres
2907.41 Timberland Range Acres
2 Improvements
12.62Water (Stock Dam)
2.63 Canal
3.01 Waste
2927.67 Total Taxable Acres per Scotts Bluff County Assessor

LANDLORD REVENUE ESTIMATE
Tract 2 – 2,927.67 Deeded Acres
Scotts Bluff County, NE – Cedar Canyon Ranch

Estimated Hunting Lease Income $13,000.00

2,927.67 Acres Rangeland/Timber-Grazed @ .3 AUMs/Acre
*AUMs/Acre are within NRCS guidelines, rainfall belt, timber population, ecological sites/soils.
2,927.67 Acres @ .3 AUMs/Acre = 878 estimated AUMs of grazing
878 AUMs/Acre/5 Months/1.5 Body Weight Equivalents = 117 Pair
117 Pair @ $45/Pair @ 5 Months = $26,325
$26,325 divided by 2,927.67 Acres = $9.00/Acre CE

Estimated Gross Income $39,325.00
2022 Real Estate Taxes -20,712.90
Repair, Replacement, Insurance -3,000.00
Estimated Net Landlord Income $15,612.10
Estimated $15,600.00

Address: Gering, NE 69341
County: Scotts Bluff

455 Acres, Brown County – Willow Creek Wildlife and Home Absolute Auction

ABSOLUTE AUCTION September 14, 2023 | 1:30 pm CST | Held live at the Ainsworth Conference Center, 606 E. 4th St., Ainsworth, NE

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Willow Creek Wildlife and Home consists of 455.06+/- acres and has Willow Creek running through the Southern portion of the property with heavily wooded draws, pasture, a pond, and well-maintained home. This property is a recreational haven where turkey and deer can be seen roaming throughout. Three quality box stands and one tree stand are strategically placed, and are included. There are 2 windmills, a solar well and the carrying capacity has been rated at 40-50 pair for the five month grazing season.

The home is secluded, yet close to Ponderosa Road, and has many access points to Willow Creek as it meanders around the improvement site area. There are 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a nice-sized kitchen/dining area, laundry room, and mudroom. The mudroom has a dog door with access to a fenced-in portion of the yard. A carport sits close to the home. The roof and west windows were replaced and the home was recently stained.

This Nebraska property is near the Long Pine State Recreation Area offering excellent trout fishing, hiking, camping, tubing and picnicking. Minutes away are 2 public golf courses with small airports and the Niobrara National Scenic River. Whether you are looking for an acreage, income producing property, or recreational retreat-this property has it all!

NOTE: Online bidding will not start prior to the live auction starting. Online bidders must be registered and have sent an earnest deposit in advance, to be sent back if they are not the winning bidder.

Address: Long Pine, NE 69217
County: Brown

1,078 Acres, Brown County – Long Pine Creek Range and Wildlife-Tract 2

Long Pine Creek Range and Wildlife Tract 2 consists of 1078.43+/- contiguous acres and has Long Pine Creek running through the Northeast corner of the property with excellent access to the creek. There is an old improvement site with outbuildings, corrals and has electricity and a well. The pastures are cross fenced and watered by pipeline, tanks, windmills and has 2 solar wells.

The owners have done extensive tree management throughout both tracts and the fences are in excellent condition.

Address: Long Pine, NE 69217
County: Brown

34 Acres, Brown County – Didier-Herring Country Home and Acres

Here is your chance to own a beautiful and well-maintained country home sitting on approximately 34.58+/- acres, with outbuildings and great access off Highway 20 close to Ainsworth, NE.

This Nebraska acreage’s home has 1,708 Sq. Ft. of living space on the main floor. There is a formal living room with a fireplace that is open to a spacious entertainment room with patio doors leading to the wrap around deck. The kitchen comes complete with stainless steel appliances, has an eat-in kitchen area and a pantry. The master bedroom, bathroom and closets are spacious and there is another full bathroom on the main floor. The basement has 2 non-conforming bedrooms, 1 full bathroom with an air bathtub and a family room. This home has ample storage space and closets throughout. There are 2 automatic garage doors, one of which is currently being used for a workspace area and storage, but can be converted back to an opening door. There is an abundance of sunlight coming in through the updated windows and offers panoramic views of the country. There is a brand new roof and siding on the home.

The 40 ’x 180’ steel building and 24’ x 30’ utility building have concrete floors and electricity. There is a 26’ x 200’ open front shed and an 8’ x 12’ storage building that was formerly used as a chicken coop and has electricity. An electrical hookup was installed near the building site for a motorhome and the property has underground sprinklers. A portion of the 34.58+/- acres is fenced off on the east side of the outbuildings for livestock and the corrals and water tanks are included.

There are mature shelterbelts, trees of several different species and perennials already in place. The gazebo, paved patio, and bench, create ideal seating spaces to view the natural beauty this acreage offers.

Improvements/Outbuildings

Steel farm utility building 7200 sqft.
Farm utility building 720 sqft.
Open front loafing shed 5200 sqft.
Storage building 96 sqft.

Legal Description
20 30 21 Tract Located in SE 1/4 Total 34.58 Acres
20-30-21

Taxes: $2,425.48

Address: 43389 US Hwy 20, Ainsworth, NE 69210
County: Brown

280 Acres, Garden County – Lewellen Blue Creek Farm, Grass, and Acreage

Looking for the perfect mixed use property? Lewellen Blue Creek Farm, Grass and Acreage has it all. Pivot-irrigated, Nebraska farmland, Blue Creek frontage, and a well protected home site with barns and covered machine shed. This is a prime opportunity that is located just a few miles from Lewellen, Nebraska. It’s not very often that you find an opportunity like this one that has a well laid out farm site with quality pivot irrigated ground and year round flowing Blue Creek located just steps out the back door. Just imagine the peace you can find while sitting next to the flowing water near a bonfire! The best part is you don’t need to leave home to find it!

The property has a total of 280.83 tax assessed acres with approximately 121 under pivot irrigation. The pivot soils consist of mostly Class II Bayard fine sandy loam. The farm has averaged over 225 bushel per acre the past 3 years after the flood irrigated was converted to pivot irrigated. The irrigated and dryland farm ground are leased out for the 2023 growing season. There are 26.22 acres that are enrolled in CREP through 2032. This CRP/CREP programs pays $219/acre. The balance of the property is grass, drycrop and creek bottom.

Blue Creek runs through the Western part of the property for approximately 3/4s of a mile. Blue Creek flows year round which gives way to many recreational opportunities. There is a crossing that allows for access to the grass on the West side. Ample wildlife opportunities can be found on the property including wild turkey, deer, and waterfowl. Garden County is known for its world class waterfowl hunting and with this property being located in the North Platte River valley, the opportunity is there for excellent goose hunting on the irrigated farm land. (*The current tenant owns the goose pit on the property but it could potentially be for sale in a separate transaction.*)

The homestead consists of a 4 bedroom (the two basement bedrooms are non- conforming) 2 bathroom 1,456 sqft bi-level home with a full basement that is mostly finished. There is an attached 2 car garage with access to the basement. There is also an attached sun room on the South side of the house that serves as the front porch entryway. The main level consists of 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The semi open-concept living room and kitchen make for the perfect place to entertain friends and family. There is a large picture window in the living room that allows for a panoramic view of the North Platte Valley to the South. When entering the basement area you will find a large family room equipped with a wood burning stove that is perfect for the cold winter months. There is 1 bathroom with a shower, the utility room, 2 non-conforming bedrooms, and a small office/storage area with access to the garage. The utility room consists of washer/dryer hookups, water heater, water softener, pressure tank and an American Standard EnviroWise Geothermal System for heating and cooling.

Around the building site you will find a large metal quonset with overhead door, metal sided horse barn with stalls, lean-to shed, and older shed that would make for a perfect chicken coop. One note about the homestead is that all of the electrical is ran underground so you don’t have to worry about snagging overhead lines.

There is plenty to do in the Lewellen area.

Located just a few miles from the property you will find the famous Lake McConaughy and Clear Creek State Waterfowl Management area. Oshkosh is located just 12 miles up the highway from Lewellen where you will find K-12 school, gas, grocery, Regional West County Hospital, and local shops/restaurants. Oshkosh has a small airport that can accommodate most private aircraft and if you’re looking for a more regional airport you can find Searle Field in Ogallala just 30 miles from Lewellen.

Lewellen Blue Creek Farm, Grass, and Acreage Income Potential

26.22 acres CREP @ $219/acre= $5,742
120.11acres Pivot Irrigated @ $250/acre =$30,027.50
14.57 acres Drycrop @ $50/acre= $728.50
Total Farmland Income= $36,498
Farm is Leased for the 2023 growing season at the above rates and acres.
Approximately 113 Grass acres @ $25/acre =$2,825

Lewellen Blue Creek Farm, Grass, and Acreage Improvements/Outbuildings

1983 Home 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom. 1,456 main level sq ft, 1,456 basement sq ft. 728 sqft attached garage.
Arch Rib Quonset approximately 30×70.
Barn 34×36 approximately.
Lean-to Shed
Chicken Coop

Lewellen Blue Creek Farm, Grass, and Acreage IRRIGATION EQUIPMENT:

Wiper Pivot: Late 80’s model 8 tower Zimmatic
Full Circle Pivot: Lockwood
Both Pivots have new Zimmatic Control panels installed in 2022.
Irrigation Well:
60 H.P. Amarillo Irrigation pump powered by a Deutz Diesel Engine.
Surface water runs through underground pipeline to both pivot points as well as the well water that flows through underground to both pivot points.
Access to the surface water comes from the newly installed pipeline that runs across the North and East part of the full circle pivot. This was installed recently as a part of the Hooper Canal improvement project.

FSA Info
171.8 CIA’s North Platte NRD
*Irrigation is subject to the rules and regulations of the North Platte Natural Resources District*
FSA Corn Base= 121.55 acres PLC Yield 144.

Taxes: $4,723.32

Legal Description: N1/2SE1/4; S1/2NE1/4-SE1/4NW1/4;N1/2NE1/4 Section 18- Township 16- Range 42 W of the 6th P.M. Garden County, Nebraska. Address: 5052 Rd 197 Lewellen, NE 69147

Address: Lewellen, NE 69147
County: Garden

118 Acres, Cheyenne – Potter Nebraska Grass and Homesite

Potter Nebraska Grass and Homesite is a great Nebraska acreage for sale adjacent to the small town of Potter NE. 34 acres are located in the city limits. The other 83 acres are adjacent to the city and have good grass, a well, a CRP payment of $1300 (contract started in 2021 and continues through 9/30/203) and some rock outcroppings. All of this combined, makes this the perfect place to build your horse property! There is a city water tower and communications tower in the NW corner of the property, but there is no income from either structure. A 2,800 sq. foot metal quonset is located on the property overlooking the Potter-Dix football field. The hills above the quonset offer incredible panoramic views of Potter and of the Lodgepole Creek Valley. Potter is located approximately 82 miles East of Cheyenne, WY and 20 miles West of Sidney, NE. The town has the Jr. and Senior high schools with the elementary school located 10 minutes West in Dix NE.

Income Potential
CRP contract $1,300 per year

Improvements/Outbuildings
Metal Quonset building 35×80, 2,800 sqft.

Legal Description
PT NE/4 NORTH OF UPRR ROW & PT NE/4 NORTH OF UPRR ROW LANDS INSIDE POTTER S05 T14N R52W of 6th P.M. Cheyenne County Nebraska

Taxes: $849.90

Address: Potter, NE 69156
County: Cheyenne

2,404 Acres, Brown County – Burdick Ranch

The Burdick Ranch is located in the Southern portion of Brown County, NE approximately 28 miles North of Brewster, NE or 20 miles South of Ainsworth, NE. There is good county road access to this all contiguous Nebraska cattle ranch. The majority of the land consists of rangeland with 90± Certified Irrigated Acres, and an improvement site. This ranch is divided out into 7 separate pastures, and 5 lots. There is one windmill at the improvement site and 6 windmills and tanks throughout the pasture land. A water pipeline runs to 5 separate tanks in the lots, which are all located close to the barn and corrals.

The ranch has excellent protection with good established tree rows and windbreaks. The perimeter fencing is in excellent condition, and the panels and gates are in good condition as well. The improvement site includes a large Century Barn, excellent calving shed, a shop, basic living quarters with a wood stove, and a variety of other small outbuildings. There is electricity, a well, and septic at the living quarters.

This ranch is gleaming with wildlife and many recreational opportunities. Mule deer, wild turkeys, and predator hunting can be enjoyed, and there is an abundance of fishing opportunities as well, including giant perch, northern pike, largemouth bass, and bluegill.

This is a well-cared for and high quality ranch that would be perfect for an investor.

Burdick Ranch Rainfall
The rainfall in the area and location of this ranch ranges from 20”-24” per year with the majority of it falling during the growing season. It is generally considered consistent and reliable to the extent that cattle sell downs because droughts are rare.

Burdick Ranch Cattle Markets
The ranch is within an hour drive from an excellent livestock market located in Valentine, NE

Minerals
The current ownership will convey all the owned minerals.

Exchanges
The current ownership will cooperate with 1031 exchanges.

Ogallala Aquifer
This ranch sits on top of the largest freshwater aquifer in the continental U.S. known as the Ogallala Aquifer. It support fresh water bearing material where this ranch is located in the range of 400′-600′ in depth. Stock wells are generally considered shallow by comparison to other cattle producing regions in other states.

Revenue Estimate
2,404.90 acres x .55 AUM’S/ac = 1,322.70 AUM’S
1,322.70 AUM’S/12 mo = 110.23 AU’S
12 mo / .55 AUM’S = 21.82 ac/AU
110.23 AU’S x .80 = 88.18 Cows
1,322.70 / 5 months / 1.6 BWE = 165.34 pair
165.34 pair x $70 x 5 months = $57,869 Gross Income

2,404.90 @ .55 AUM’S
$57,869 Gross Income
$15,281.06 2002 Taxes
$11,200 Repair, Replacement
$1,000 Misc
$40,387.94 Net to Landlord

Year Around Carrying Capacity Estimate
1,322.70 AUM’s/12 mo – 110.23 AUS
110.23 AUS
X .80
88.18 Cows (Cow/calf retaining replacement bulls)
2,404.90 AC/110.23 – 21.82 AC/AU
2,303.90/88.18 Cows – 27.27 AC/Cow

Taxes: $15,281.06

Address: Ainsworth, NE 69210
County: Brown

3,051 Acres, Box Butte County – Robert W. Wehtje Ranch-ABSOLUTE AUCTION

ABSOLUTE AUCTION February 9, 2023 | 1:30 P.M. MST | Community building at the Box Butte County Fairgrounds in Hemingford, NE

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This property will be offered as a whole and as 4 separate tracts.

This is a very productive ranch and farm that has been well cared for by its long time owners. This ranch is very well watered with 12 tanks throughout the ranch. There are four submersible wells, 2 windmills ,and 1 solar well. The Niobrara River does cross the Northwest corner of this ranch. The property is cross fenced into 8 pastures. The fences throughout the ranch are tight, well-maintained 4-wire.

There is an excellent set of improvements that includes a well-cared for, low-maintenance stucco home with three-bedrooms and two bathrooms. One of the bathrooms has a zero entry shower, great for those with mobility issues. The improvement site also has an attractive well-maintained red wooden barn, and a good set of corrals.

The pasture will be open for the 2023 grazing season. The dry crop ground will have been planted to wheat and the new Buyer will assume the landlord’s share of the wheat crop. Past pasture lease and current farm lease will be provided upon request, please inquire with the Broker.

The grass on this ranch has been well cared for and it shows. The fencing is good throughout, with excellent cross-fencing and plentiful water. Don’t miss your opportunity for this quality Box Butte County Ranch and Farm!

Acres By Tract
Tract 1: 494± rangeland
Tract 2: 1,903± rangeland
Tract 3: 5± homesite
Tract 4: 649± drycrop
TOTAL: 3,051± acres
*NOTE: Acres are approximate. Exact acres will be determined by a survey after the sale.

Taxes – Estimated $17,127.04 For all tracts

Current Income For all Tracts
$25,639.20 Dry Crop 640.98 @ $40/acre
$35,000.00 175 Cow/Calf pairs @ $50/pair (Quarterly)
$60,639.20 Gross Income

Estimated Expenses For all Tracts
$17,127.00 Real Estate Taxes
$4,000.00 Insurance & Improvements
$500.00 Fencing Materials
$39,012.20 Estimated Net Income

Address: Hemingford, NE 69348
County: Box Butte

1,285 Acres, Cherry County – Western Cherry County Grassland

Western Cherry County Grassland is a very nice 1,285 acres of Nebraska land, located in Western Cherry County, approximately 23 miles SW of Merriman, NE. Access is on a county road and across a private pasture. The land has numerous low spots and sub-irrigated ponds all throughout the parcel. Owner stated this was the first Summer he had to use the windmills as the cattle will spread out and use the fresh water ponds to drink. A very nice summer pasture located in the Sandhills of Nebraska. Call Scott with any questions or to see this land!

Western Cherry County Grassland Taxes: $6,790.16

Address: Merriman, NE 69218
County: Cherry