McLean County, North Dakota Land For Sale (3 results)

McLean County, North Dakota 533.25+/- Acres LAND AUCTION - ONLINE ONLY! Auction Dates: 3-Day Online Only Auction Starting May 5 at 9:00 AM CST Closing May 7 at 2:00 PM CST To Be Offered at Auction in 4 Parcels Located approximately 7.5 miles north of Turtle Lake, North Dakota, on Highway 41, then 1 mile west on 15th St NW, and north another one-half mile to the south edge of the property, this McLean County land offering presents an exceptional opportunity to purchase a highly versatile block of central North Dakota real estate. Encompassing 533.25+/- acres, this property brings together productive agricultural land, established grass, quality wildlife habitat, rural improvements, and strong recreational appeal in one attractive auction package. This is the kind of property that appeals to a broad range of buyers. Farmers and ranchers will appreciate the combination of tillable acres, hay ground, pasture potential, and practical farm layouts. Investors will recognize the long-term value of owning land in a well-regarded agricultural region with multiple possible income streams and strong demand for productive acres. Sportsmen and outdoor-minded buyers will be drawn to the habitat, cover, wetlands, and travel corridors that make this area especially appealing for deer, upland birds, and waterfowl. Buyers looking for a country home base or hunting headquarters will also see unique value in the existing farmstead improvements located on Parcel 1. The landscape in this part of McLean County is well known for its natural diversity and usefulness. Rolling topography, native grasses, wetlands, shelterbelts, ponds, and low-lying draws create a setting that is not only scenic but also practical. It is a true working landscape with a long agricultural history, while still offering outstanding habitat for wildlife and strong recreational possibilities. In short, this auction offers more than just acres. It offers flexibility, location, and a chance to own property in one of central North Dakota’s respected farm and ranch communities. Parcel 1 Acreage: 160+/- Acres Legal: Twp 148 R 81 Sec 13 NE1/4 Taxes: $1,001.77 Soil Productivity Index: 69.5 NCCPI: 50.5 Tillable Acres: 94.95 tillable with 41.17 acres in hay that could be broken up Parcel 1 offers an especially attractive combination of agricultural utility, country-living potential, and recreational value. For buyers seeking a tract with both income-producing potential and a usable headquarters, this parcel stands out. The farmstead includes an older barn, a modest home consisting of 2 bedrooms, a kitchen, and a living room, along with a 2-stall oversized detached garage. These improvements create practical options for a buyer who may want a seasonal hunting basecamp, a rural residence, a farmstead headquarters, or simply a functional outbuilding setup to support the land. One of the most appealing features of Parcel 1 is the setting around the farmstead. The yard is protected by a very nice shelterbelt and a hillside to the north, helping create a private, attractive, and functional place to live or spend time. The combination of yard trees, protection from the elements, and open surrounding land gives this tract a classic rural North Dakota appeal. The land itself is currently used for agriculture and is being hayed, offering immediate utility for a buyer interested in maintaining current use or exploring additional farm and ranch possibilities. With a Soil Productivity Index of 69.5 and NCCPI of 50.5, Parcel 1 also carries strong agricultural characteristics that add to its value and flexibility. Parcel 2 Acreage: 160+/- Acres Legal: TWP 148 R81 SEC 12, S2SE4, NE4SE4, SE4SW4 Taxes: $924.99 Soil Productivity Index: 57.8 NCCPI: 42.8 FSA Tillable Acres: 77.52 with 90.66 acres in grasses Parcel 2 is located directly north of Parcel 1 and offers an appealing mix of agricultural, ranching, and recreational uses. It is partly fenced, currently being hayed, and has a layout that could be adapted for multiple future uses depending on a buyer’s needs. Whether a buyer is looking for grass and forage production, a pasture addition, or future agricultural development, this tract offers a strong foundation. What makes Parcel 2 particularly exciting is its appeal to the hunting and recreational market. The parcel features rolling terrain and a very nice cattail wetland in the center, creating exactly the kind of natural cover, bedding area, and water source that wildlife seek. That combination of terrain variation, grasses, and wetland habitat gives the parcel a natural character that is both attractive and highly functional for game movement. Hunters will immediately notice the quality of the habitat, while neighboring operators and investors may see the tract’s dual-purpose nature as a major plus. It is not often that a parcel offers both working agricultural value and this level of recreational character in the same setting. Parcel 3 Acreage: 156.4+/- Acres Legal: Twp 148 R 80 Sec 7 E2SW4, Lots 3-4 Taxes: $844.59 Soil Productivity Index: 61.2 NCCPI: 41.4 FSA Tillable: 70.42 with 66.55 acres in grasses Parcel 3 lies just east of Parcel 2 and is another highly versatile tract in this offering. This parcel features a nice draw running east to west toward the north end, creating an excellent travel corridor for wildlife and adding visual and practical diversity to the landscape. That draw helps make the parcel especially appealing from a recreational standpoint, but it also adds character that many buyers appreciate when looking at land for long-term ownership. The topography on Parcel 3 is described as slightly rolling to level, which gives it broad usability. It is well suited for pasture, hayland, or possible conversion to tillable acres if desired. Buyers looking for a tract with multiple possible management strategies will appreciate this flexibility. It can function as productive grassland, a livestock support tract, a hunting parcel with strong cover and movement corridors, or a long-term investment with optional future agricultural conversion. With a Soil Productivity Index of 61.2 and NCCPI of 41.4, Parcel 3 offers a very workable balance of utility and upside. It is the type of parcel that can fit many different ownership goals without needing to be locked into only one use. Parcel 4 Acreage: 56+/- Acres Legal: Twp 148 R 80 Sec 6 Lot 4-5 Taxes: $326.10 Soil Productivity Index: 58.1 NCCPI: 48.5 FSA Tillable Acres: 52.66 Parcel 4 lies approximately 1.5 miles north on 18th St NW and rounds out the offering as a very useful smaller tract. This parcel is currently in grasses and presents excellent potential as a smaller pasture parcel, an add-on tract for a neighboring operator, or a stand-alone recreational piece. Smaller tracts with solid access and multiple possible uses are often hard to find, and this parcel offers buyers a chance to acquire a manageable acreage in a strong farm and ranch area. Although Parcel 4 is the smallest tract in the offering, it benefits from the same overall regional characteristics that make the larger parcels desirable. The surrounding area includes grasses, wetlands, water sources, and habitat that support both agricultural use and wildlife activity. That makes this tract appealing not only for nearby operators seeking expansion, but also for buyers interested in an affordable piece of land with hunting or recreational possibilities. Its Soil Productivity Index of 58.1 and NCCPI of 48.5 further support its value as a practical and useful landholding. FSA Farm Summary - Farm 1528 Farmland Acres: 533.41 Cropland Acres: 295.55 DCP Cropland Acres: 295.55 Base Acres PLC Yield Wheat Base Acres: 10.50 PLC Yield of 27 Oats Base Acres: 26.40 PLC Yield of 44 Total Base Acres: 36.90 Beyond the agricultural value, this property is located in a region well known for excellent hunting and outdoor recreation. The combination of native grasses, shrubs, wetlands, cattail sloughs, ponds, creeks, and shelterbelts provides ideal habitat and cover for wildlife. This area of McLean County is known for strong populations of deer, along with upland game birds such as pheasants, grouse, and partridge, as well as waterfowl including ducks and geese. The area also offers the possibility of seeing roaming moose and coyotes, making this a true hunter’s paradise. For buyers who value a mix of land ownership and outdoor opportunity, this property delivers a very appealing balance. The existing farmstead on Parcel 1 adds another layer of appeal from a sportsman’s perspective. A buyer could view the improvements as a ready-made hunting basecamp, seasonal headquarters, or central point from which to enjoy the surrounding land and region. In today’s market, having a usable improvement package combined with quality habitat is a major advantage. The surrounding region also offers excellent fishing and recreation, further enhancing the ownership experience. Area lakes such as Strawberry Lake provide nearby opportunities, while larger and highly regarded destinations such as Lake Sakakawea and Lake Audubon add even more recreational appeal. These water resources are part of what makes this region attractive not only for agriculture, but also for lifestyle and enjoyment. From an agricultural marketing perspective, the area is supported by solid grain and ag-processing infrastructure. Within rough

JJ Sporting Lodge is a 600 +/- deeded acres hunting and farming property with onsite improvements offering all the essentials for the outdoor enthusiast along with an opportunity to acquire income producing farm ground. Land The size and layout of the property is basically an entire section (1 mile by 1 mile), less and except 40 acres (the northwest quarter of the northwest quarter section). This leaves a remaining balance of 600 acres according to county records. The property itself is relatively flat and classified as wetlands which comes from a water fed inlet as its source. There is approximately 100 acres within the property that is being actively farmed and has the opportunity to continue to do so. The vegetation consists of native plants and grasses that are typical for this type of property. Improvements The lodge is a two story frame structure and a basement with an approximate 50 x 31 outside dimensions. A water well drilled to a depth of approximately 380 and a septic system with a drain field are onsite and service the lodge. Electric baseboard heating is in place throughout the three levels. The basic features are as follows. Main Level: Consists of the living area with furniture and a faux wood burning stove (propane); kitchen area comes with a refrigerator, stove/oven and dishwasher along with chairs and a table in the dining room. There is a Gun Room (approximately 17 x 13) set up for the storage of shotguns, ammunition and required accessories and clothing. The laundry room has a washer and dryer along with two (2) additional freeezers. Storage closets and a 1/2 bathroom are also located on the main level. Second Floor: There are five (5) bedrooms (named Bluebill w/ full bath, Schooner Duck, Pintail, Mallard and Teal) which can sleep up to seven (7) people. A full bathroom with a shower (named Gadwall) is also located on this floor. Basement: The basement is finished and includes a recreation room with a Brunswick pool table. There is also a sauna with a shower and a wine cellar. The electrical closet and hot water heater are located in the basement. The storage building is steel frame and roof truss construction with sheet metal siding/roofing measured at 40 x 56 dimensions. The building has double sliding doors that provides a 18 foot opening for easy access and plenty of parking space for pickup trucks and oversized vehicles. There is a separate access to the 150 SF shop room which includes tools, equipment and supplies. Much of the remainder of the building is being currently used for the storage of decoys, blinds, outboard motors and related miscellaneous equipment and accessories. Recreation JJ Sporting Lodge is in the heart of Prairie Pothole Country which is part of the The Central Flyway for the migration of waterfowl. With rolling hills, open prairie and river valleys it affords abundant game. The waterfowl numbers can be quite large most years during the migration season. Additionally, the area boasts an excellent pheasant, sharptail grouse and whitetail deer population. The Missouri River Valley has a good number of wild turkeys, squirrels, rabbits and an occasional moose or mountain lion. Agriculture Included within the property is approximately 100 acres of proven farm ground which has historically has been used for producing small grains such as barley and other agricultural crops. The buyer will have multiple options for this acreage they can choose from that will be capable of producing income. Water/Mineral Rights & Natural Resources N/A General Operations N/A Region & Climate The property is located in central North Dakota and not far from Turtle Lake, a small rural agricultural city known for its prairie landscape and outdoor recreation opportunities. The city hosts the annual Turtle Days celebration, featuring music, food vendors and games showcasing the community's spirit. The climate is classified as semi-arid continental with cold snowy winters and warm summers. The average annual high to low temperatures ranges from 59 degrees F to 29 degrees F along with average annual precipitation at approximately 18 inches and 38 inches of snowfall. History Turtle Lake, ND is a Northern Pacific Railroad town founded in 1905 in McLean County, North Dakota. It is known for its giant turtle statue, Rusty, and for hosting National and World championship turtle races annually in July. The city features a variety of businesses, including grain elevators, farm and implement stores, banks, hotels, and churches, serving the surrounding agricultural community. Location JJ Sporting Lodge is located approximately 20 miles northeast of Turtle Lake, ND. The nearest major airports are located in Minot (approximately 1 hour away) and also Bismarck (approximately 1.5 hours away). Both Minot and Bismarck offer multiple options for services, shopping, dining and entertainment as you may need or desire.

LAND AUCTION 360 Acres – Sheridan County, ND Wednesday, April 22, 2026 – 12:00 PM Auction Location: Baymont Inn & Suites - Mandan, ND Auction Note: This Pifer’s land auction features 247.4 +/- crop acres and 82.3 +/- grass/pasture acres in Sheridan County, ND. The two parcels feature average soils for the area with good access of county road. This property is available for the 2026 farming season. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to expand your farm operation. Contact: John Stober at 701.426.8834 Parcel One Acres: 120 +/- Legal: W½SW¼ & NE¼SW¼ 10-147-78 FSA Crop Acres: 105.3 +/- Taxes (2025): $489.26 Note: This parcel features 105.3 crop acres with a Soil Productivity Index (SPI) of 45, which is average for the area. Parcel Two Acres: 240 +/- Legal: SE¼ & E½SW¼ 9-147-78 FSA Crop Acres: 111.61 +/- Pasture Acres: 82.28 +/- Taxes (2025): $1,024.77 Note: This parcel features 141.61 +/- FSA crop acres with an SPI of 48.7 and 82.28 +/- pasture acres with the balance in wetlands. The pasture acres do not have a fence on the west end. This sale is managed by Pifer’s Auction Company, Kevin Pifer, ND #715. All statements made the day of the auction take precedence over all printed materials. The seller reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids. OWNERS: Jerry & Cheryl Jesz