LOCATION
Christian County, Illinois
The Linda S. Skarin Trust farm is located approximately 2 miles northwest of Mount Auburn, IL or 7 miles southwest of Illiopolis, IL or 17 miles north of Taylorville, IL. The real estate is further described as being located in Section 2, T15N-R2W, Mount Auburn Township, Christian County, Illinois.
SELLER
Linda S. Skarin Trust
MANAGED BY
Rodney Borrowman (630) 247-0667
John Borrowman (217) 430-0645
GENERAL INFORMATION
164.42 surveyed acres 2 tracts
The property contains a total of 164.42 surveyed acres, will be sold in 2 tracts, and represents productive tillable cropland. Farmers and investors, be sure to check out these well-maintained Christian County, Illinois farms.
TRACT INFORMATION
Tract 1 - 82.21 surveyed acres
FSA records should indicate 80.53 NHEL cropland acres (split field)
Soil Productivity Index (PI): 125.3 (cropland acres)
Soil types include: Sawmill, Proctor, and Tice
E 2950 N Rd borders on the south side
Tract 2 - 82.21 surveyed acres
FSA records should indicate 79.42 NHEL & 1.11 UHEL cropland acres (split field)
Soil Productivity Index (PI): 126.3 (cropland acres)
Soil types include: Sawmill, Blackberry, and Ross
Balance of acres in waterways
E 2950 N Rd borders on the south side
METHOD & TERMS
The Linda S. Skarin farm will be sold on a price per acre basis, based on surveyed acres. The tracts will be offered through the marketing method of Buyers Choice, whereas the high bidder can elect either or both tracts for their high bid. If the high bidder does not elect both tracts, then the remaining tract will be sold. The tracts will NOT be offered in their entirety at the conclusion of the auction.
Immediately following the auction, the successful buyer will be required to sign a real estate sales contract and pay ten percent (10%) of the purchase price as a non-refundable down payment which will be held in escrow until closing. The balance of the purchase price will be due at closing which will take place on or before December 10, 2025.
The seller will provide title insurance in the full amount of the purchase price and will pay the 2025 taxes due in 2026 through a credit at closing based on the best available information. Buyer will pay all the 2026 taxes and beyond. Possession at closing subject to an existing lease for the 2025 crop year only. Open lease for the 2026 crop year and beyond.
Bidding is NOT subject to any contingencies, including but not limited to financing, an appraisal or inspection of the property.
All announcements made on sale day take precedence over prior advertising either written or oral. The information in our brochure, in our advertisements and on our website is believed to be accurate; however, no liability for its accuracy, errors or omissions is assumed. All lines drawn on maps, photographs, drone video, etc. are approximate. Buyers should verify the information to their satisfaction. There are no expressed or implied warranties made by the seller or Sullivan Auctioneers, pertaining to this property. Real estate is being sold AS IS.
Linda S. Skarin Trust
Representing Attorney:
Brandon R. Clark | Brown Hay & Stephens
205 S 5th St #700, Springfield, IL 62701 | (217) 544-8491
Auction Managers:
Rodney Borrowman (630) 247-0667
John Borrowman (217) 430-0645