Mary L. Harshman Trust Farm
Recreational Land Auction | Pike County, IL
253 ± Acres | 2 Tracts
SOLD!
$7,200/AC
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 11 AM
United Methodist Church - Orr Hall
222 N. Monroe, Pittsfield, IL
(Enter west side of building from Monroe Street.)
In-Person & Online Bidding Available
Contact Information
Brian Curless: 217-242-1665
Frazier Curless: 217-491-6704
Located in the heart of western Pike County’s Mississippi River bluff, these longtime-held land tracts are home to world-class whitetails, incredible views, and quiet seclusion.
Amid multiple large landowners, these farms offer the incredible whitetail hunting that put Pike County on the map. And, unlike other secluded properties, these tracts have good hard road access just a mile from US Highway 54.
Wildlife
Overall Property Details
Property Location
Both tracts can be accessed from Ambrosia Hollow Road, which is one mile northwest of the IL-96 and US-54 intersection at Atlas, IL.
Legal Description
Property lies in Sections 15, 21 and 23 in Atlas Twp., Pike Co., IL.
Contracts & Title Commitments
Tract Details
Tract 1: 88.98 ± Surveyed Acres
Tract 1 has owned 30' access to Ambrosia Hollow Road. The access is being granted by deed to the new owner east of the existing gateway and is marked by survey flagging.
Tract 2: 165.70 ± Surveyed Acres
Tract 2 deeded access is approximately indicated by maps and lies east of ditch (marked by survey flagging onsite) that extends north of Ambrosia Hollow Road, in addition to current access being the existing long-time driveway easement west of said ditch.
Auction Procedure
Property will be offered in 2 tracts. Bidding will be in terms of dollars per acre, based on surveyed / tax acreage figures. Tracts will be sold "Buyer's Choice", whereas the successful bidder may choose either or both tracts. This process will repeat until both tracts have been sold.
The auction will be conducted live, in person with remote online bidding available. There are no online (or in-person) buyer's fees.
Auction Terms & Conditions
Successful bidders will be required to sign a Real Estate Contract and make a 10% earnest money deposit at the immediate conclusion of the auction. The balance of the purchase price will be due, and possession granted, at closing on or before Friday, April 24, 2026. Bidding/purchase is not subject to financing or other contingencies.
Seller will provide title insurance in the amount of the purchase price. Seller shall pay 2025 real estate taxes due in 2026 based upon the most recent available tax figures, via a credit against the purchase price. 2026 real estate taxes will be prorated to the date of closing.
100% possession including full 2026 farming and hunting rights will be granted to Buyer upon closing.
Property and all improvements sell as-is with no guarantees or warranties. All information, acreage figures, maps, and representations provided are approximate and are subject to change. Prospective bidders are welcomed and encouraged to fully inspect the property at their convenience, and all related information to their satisfaction prior to bidding at the auction. Auction day announcements supersede prior information.
Online bidding is provided as a convenience to Bidders. Under no circumstances shall Bidders have any kind of claim against Curless Auction or anyone else if the Internet, phone or computer service fails to work correctly before or during the auction. Curless Auction will not be responsible for any missed bids from any source.
Please visit the farms at your convenience or contact Brian or Frazier to view.
Thank you to Mary Harshman for entrusting us with the sale of your family's farmland.
Attorney
Michael G. Barton | 217-793-9300
944 Clock Tower Dr., Springfield, IL