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1,001.42 Acres - Emmons County, ND

1,001.42 Acres - Emmons County, ND

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 - 12:00 PM

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Auction Note

This exceptional, diverse farmland auction features over 1,000 +/- acres of highly productive farmland in Emmons County, North Dakota available in 6 parcels. This generational farm features a powerful combination of productive cropland and lush pastureland, making it ideal for both farming and ranching. The cropland is primarily Bryant and Temvik loam soils, known for their fertility and strong yield potential with some Soil Productivity Indexes (SPI) exceeding 90! The pastureland is native grassland, fenced and includes water sources, providing excellent conditions for grazing livestock. Parcel 3 includes an established farmstead, offering functional infrastructure and added value for a turnkey operation or rural living. Don’t miss your chance to own premium farmland in a proven agricultural region. This land is available for the 2026 crop year! Contact us today for a full bidder’s packet and auction details.

Please Note: There are NO USFW Easements on this property.  The seller will retain all subsurface mineral rights owned as of record.

Parcel 1

Acres: 160 +/-
Legal: SW¼ 3-129-77
FSA Crop Acres: 143.26 +/-
Taxes: $1,027.31 (2024)

This highly productive parcel boasts an SPI of over 92, with soils largely comprised of Bryant and Temvik loams. The land features a mature shelterbelt and a consistent history of high yields.

Parcel 2

Acres: 162.75 +/-
Legal: NE¼ 5-129-77
FSA Crop Acres: 81.66 +/- (Estimate)
Pasture Acres: 63.79 +/- (Estimate)
Farmstead Acres: 10.17 +/-
Taxes: $756.64 (2024)

Parcel 2 is a diverse property featuring approximately 81 +/- acres of cropland with an SPI over 79, and 63 +/- acres of lush pasture with a reliable water source. The well-maintained farmstead includes a mature shelter belt, functional outbuildings, corrals, and a tidy, well-kept home.

 

Parcel 3

Acres: 160.04 +/-
Legal: Lots 3 & 4 Less R/W and S½NW¼ 5-129-77
FSA Crop Acres: 96.26 +/- (Estimate)
Pasture Acres: 40.12 +/- (Estimate)
Taxes: $716.91 (2024)

Parcel 3 offers over 106 +/- acres of productive cropland with an SPI above 70, providing strong farming yields. Additionally, the property includes 40 +/- acres of pastureland that presents an opportunity for future tillable expansion.

Parcel 4

Acres: 160 +/-
Legal: SW¼ 5-129-77
FSA Crop Acres: 150.14 +/-
Taxes: $807.02 (2024)

Parcel 4 offers all cropland, featuring strong soils with an SPI over 72. This efficient, high-performing parcel is well-suited for consistent crop production.

Parcel 5

Acres: 318.63 +/-
Legal: NE¼ Less R/W & SE¼ 6-129-77
Pasture Acres: 226.02 +/-
FSA Crop Acres: 86.1 +/-
Taxes: $582.75 (2024)

Parcel 5 is a lush, well-balanced property featuring two water sources and over 226 +/- acres of fully fenced pasture, making it ideal for cattle production. With more than 86 +/- crop acres, this parcel offers strong potential to enhance cash flow through both crop and livestock operations.

Parcel 6

Acres: 40 +/-
Legal: SE¼SE¼ 32-130-77
Pasture Acres: 36.74 +/-
Taxes: $74.09 (2024)

This 40 +/- acre parcel offers prime pastureland that is fully fenced and ready for grazing. It’s an excellent opportunity for livestock producers looking to expand or establish a manageable grazing unit.

Contact

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Abbey Messer
701.202.4646
amesser@pifers.com
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Kevin Pifer
701.238.5810
kpifer@pifers.com

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Driving Directions

Parcel 1: From Strasburg ND, proceed 8 miles south on ND Hwy. #83. Then west 12 miles on 96th St. SE, then south 0.5 miles on 3rd Ave. SE. This will bring you to the northwest corner of parcel 1.

Parcels 2-6: From Strasburg ND, proceed south 8 miles on ND Hwy. #83. Then west 13 miles on 96th St. SE. On the north side of the road will be parcel 6, on the south side will be parcel 2. Continue west for 0.5 miles for parcels 3 and 4 and an additional 0.5 miles for parcel 5. 

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