The Godwin Farm
Pike County Farmland Auction
High-Quality River Bottom Farmland
207.57 +/- Acres | 3 Tracts
Curless Auction proudly presents the Godwin Family Farm for sale at public auction.
This contiguous tract of tillable Mississippi River bottom farmland has been in the Godwin family for 4 generations.
Whether you're a farmer or investor, now's your chance to make it yours!
Results:
T1: $17,000/ac
T2: $17,000/ac
T3: $17,000/ac
Tuesday, August 5, 2025 - 11 AM
Crossroads Center - 125 E. Jefferson, Pittsfield, IL
In-Person & Online Bidding Available
Contact Information
Brian Curless: 217-242-1665
Frazier Curless: 217-491-6704
Overall Property Details
Property Location
The farm lies approximately 2 miles west of Pleasant Hill and approximately 4.5 miles south of Atlas, Illinois.
From Pleasant Hill
From the west edge of Pleasant Hill, drive 1.9 miles NW on State Highway 96. Turn left on graveled 334th street and drive about .7 miles south to the northeast corner of farm.
From Atlas intersection
Drive approximately 4.6 miles southeast toward Pleasant Hill. Turn right on the gravel 334th street (about a half mile past Panhandle Easter Pipe Line). Take 334th street about .7 miles south to the northeast corner of the farm.
Legal Description
Property lies in the North 1/2 of Section 13 in Ross Township, and the NW 1/4 of Section 18 in Pleasant Hill Township, Pike County, IL.
Individual Tract Details
Tract 1 - 79.46 Acres +/-
The furthest west parcel, tract 1 boasts an average Productivity Index of ~ 128. Primary soils are Beaucoup silty clay loam, Coffeen Silt loam, and Ambraw. Access is provided via easement by the existing farm road along the north edge of the property. 2023 real estate taxes paid in 2024 were $656.94. 2025 Sny drainage assessment of $2,059.60 has been paid.
Tract 2 - 92.04 Acres +/-
Tract 2 is the middle parcel with easy easement access via the currently-used farm road along the north side of the farm. Excellent producing farm with a 130 PI (primarily Coffeen and Beaucoup soils)! 2023 real estate taxes paid in 2024 were $947.28. 2025 Sny drainage assessment of $2,483.48 has been paid.
Tract 3 - 36.07 Acres +/-
The smallest tract, and furthest east, Tract 3 gives easy access via the graveled 334th Street, just over a half-mile from IL-96. The perfect tract for both a beginning farmer and someone who wants to tie the whole farm together, this is another strong producer with a 129.1 PI (Wakeland and Coffeen silt loam soils). 2023 real estate taxes paid in 2024 were $756.26. 2025 Sny drainage assessment of $953.56 has been paid.
Thank you to our sellers!
The Godwin Family
Brad & Todd Godwin
Attorney
Nick Graham - Graham Law, LLC
506 N. Main, Carrollton, IL
217-702-4013
Title Company
Run Title, LLC
506 N. Main, Carrollton, IL
618-357-4210
AUCTION PROCEDURE
Bidding will be in terms of dollars-per-acre, based on stated taxable acreage figures.
Tracts will be sold "Buyer's Choice", whereas the successful bidder may choose any or all tracts. This process will repeat until all tracts have been sold.
The auction will be conducted live, in person with remote online simulcast bidding available. There are no auction buyer's fees.
AUCTION TERMS
Successful bidders will be required to sign a Real Estate Contract and make a non-refundable 10% earnest money deposit at the immediate conclusion of the auction. The balance of the purchase price will be due at closing on or before September 5, 2025. Bidding/purchase is not subject to financing or other contingencies. Possession will be granted at closing, subject to the 2025 farm lease. Farm possession will be granted upon removal of the 2025 crop.
Seller will provide title insurance. Seller shall pay 2024 real estate taxes due in 2025, and estimated 2025 tax due 2026 via a credit against the purchase price.
Sny Island Levee Drainage District Special Assessment and 2025 assessments have been paid in full by Seller. Buyer will be responsible for all future drainage assessments.
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.