417+ AC Washington Co ABSOLUTE Real Estate Online Only Auction (1/4)

158 +/- ACRE WASHINGTON COUNTY LAND AUCTION

OFFERED IN 3 TRACTS · COMBINATION BIDDING

FARMSTEAD WITH HOMES & BARNS

IDEAL BUILIDING SITES · DESIRABLE LOCATION

FAMILY-OWNED 100+ YEARS! · FIRST TIME ON MARKET

ONLINE ONLY · BIDDING ENDS APRIL 29

Address: various location in Salem, IN 47167

Location: Just 5 miles East of Salem!

NOTE:  COMBINATION BIDDING WILL OPEN ON TUES APRIL 22 AT NOON!

NOTE: A BIDDING CENTER WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR THOSE BIDDERS THAT REQUIRE BIDDING ASSISTANCE, THIS WILL BE LOCATED AT OUR OFFICE IN CORYDON BEGINNING AT NOON ON APRIL 29, CALL (812) 738-9476 FOR INFORMATION!

It is a privilege that the family of Mr. Maurice Lee Day would entrust us to handle the disbursal of a portion of the Day legacy. With roots set deep in Washington County Mr. Day was well known throughout the community. His service as President of the Washington County Fair Board, founding member and President of the Canton Lions Club and various other organizations showed his dedication to the community he loved. This is a special project for us as Mr. Day was also an avid auctioneer, real estate broker and appraiser, we look forward to showcasing Mr. Day's hard work and investments. 

REAL ESTATE INFO: EXTRAORDINARY OPPORTUNITY HITTING THE MARKET FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER!!  Exclusive offering of 417 +/- acres of Washington County land being offered in 10 tracts ranging from one (1) to 151 acres in four (4) separate locations within only a few minutes of each other!  The Estate of Maurice Day (a well-known & very respected member of his community) is proud to present this offering in multiple tracts featuring something available for everyone!  Properties showcase 340+ acres of income-producing tillable ground, two (2) farmsteads w/homes & barns, significant amounts of road frontage, multiple ideal home & building sites, wooded & open acreage, desirable locations, & scenic country landscapes!  Tracts may be bid on individually or in COMBINATIONS of YOUR CHOICE in conjunction with the Ultimate Choice bidding platform!  Property is sold ABSOLUTE with NO RESERVE!!!  Truly a ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME occasion!  Events like this are RARE!  Take your opportunity now!

TRACT #1 (115 N Harristown Rd): Includes 8.25 +/- acres; 614’ +/- frontage on N Harristown Rd; farmhouse & all improvements (multiple barn & equipment storage buildings); adjoins Tract 2. House features: 1700 +/- total SF living area, partial unfinished walkout basement, 3BR/1.5BA, remodeled/updated 20 +/- years ago, hardwood flooring, appliances included, front covered porch, attached garage. Well-maintained & ready to move into! Outside improvements: 4300 SF barn, 2600 SF machinery storage building, 1600 SF open sided barn, & 3 small grain bins. Utility info: electric-Jackson Co REMC; water-spring well & public water available at the road-East Washington Rural Water (6" main); internet-Blue River Network; septic system onsite; LP gas-tank onsite (owned).

TRACT #2 (Corner of N Harristown Rd & E Canton S Boston Rd): Includes 77.4 +/- acres; 2005’ +/- frontage on N Harristown Rd; 1620’ +/- frontage on E Canton S Boston Rd; 72 +/- tillable acres; adjoins Tracts 1 & 3. Subject to small cemetery and access easement. Utility info: electric available-Jackson Co REMC; public water available-East Washington Rural Water (6" main along Harristown Rd. & 8" main along Canton S Boston Rd.)

TRACT #3 (Corner of E Canton S Boston Rd & N Howell Rd):  Includes 73.5 +/- acres; 1045’ +/- frontage on E Canton S Boston Rd; 2336’ +/- frontage on N Howell Rd; 70 +/- tillable acres; includes improvements (red chicken house, open sided machinery storage building, & grain bin); adjoins Tract 2. Utility info: electric available-Jackson Co REMC; public water available-East Washington Rural Water (8" main along Canton S Boston Rd. & 4" main along Howell Rd.)

ULTIMATE CHOICE BIDDING SYSTEM: The “Ultimate Choice” bidding system allows someone to bid on individual tracts or a combination of tracts throughout the auction. This auction system DOES NOT include a maximum bid feature; the price will increase to the bid amount that is entered for both individual tract bids and combination bids. Any posted bid is considered active and could be back in winning position any time during the auction due to different combinations being offered. Combination bidding will be allowed as of Noon on April 22. The final auction price will be determined by the combination which realizes the highest bid. If you have any questions about this system, please do not hesitate to contact our office to discuss.

OPEN HOUSE/INSPECTION: Wed April 16 3-5, Auction Co Representatives will be located on site at Tract #1.

FARM EQUIPMENT/PERSONAL PROPERTY: These items will sell at auction on May 20-see other catalog for complete details.

SURVEY: Survey/auction plats will be available mid-March. If an existing parcel is sold to multiple buyers, then a survey and new legal description will be provided at closing. If an existing parcel is sold to a single buyer, then the property will be conveyed by the existing deed, and a survey will not be provided.

INTERACTIVE MAP: Parcel data, FSA map, & various map layers (including topography) available for viewing on the Interactive map below.

UTILITIES:  Electric: provided by Jackson Co REMC & Duke Energy; Public Water: provided by East Washington Rural Water Co. (see descriptions above for specific service & waterline info. for each Tract).

POSSESSION/CLOSING INFO: Possession on Tract #1-not before June 15. All tillable tracts-planting rights will be granted upon completed purchase agreement & earnest money deposit-if buyer defaults then buyer will forfeit all seed & improvements made. All other tracts-possession at closing.

SOLAR PANEL LEASE: Properties are not leased.

FARM LEASE: Farmland is not leased for the 2025 calendar year.

GAS/MINERAL RIGHTS:  Any and all oil and gas and/or mineral rights (if any) owned by the Sellers will be conveyed to the Purchaser(s). 

SCHOOLS:  Salem Community School Corp.

CURRENT PARENT PARCEL IDS:  A) 88-24-13-000-009.000-021 (Tracts 1, 2 & 3)

TAXES: Washington Township. $4,609.64 per semi-annual installment. Current tax amounts are based on seller’s current assessments and tax deductions, if any.

DIRECTIONS: From Salem, east on IN-56 3.4 miles, right onto E Canton Rd 0.4 miles, right to stay on E Canton Rd 0.3 miles, right onto N Canton Rd S 0.6 miles, then left onto N Harristown Rd 1.1 miles to site. 

OWNER: Estate of Maurice L. Day