Using Acres’ nationwide land transaction database, we’ve compiled a list of the top ten highest value land sales over 40 acres from across the country for December 2024. The Acres team works diligently to update our database weekly, so these rankings may evolve as new data comes in. Want access to the most recent and reliable land sales data? Connect with our team here.
1. Dekalb County, Indiana – $22,566 per acre
Sold By: Schrader Auction House
- Sale Price: $2,432,700 (107.8 acres at $22,566/acre)
- Key Details: Four tracts of primarily tillable land. One tract includes an old schoolhouse, and another is suitable for development.
- Crop History: Six acres historically used for soybean production.
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2. Mercer County, Ohio – $22,243 per acre
Sold By: Halderman Auction House
- Sale Price: $1,690,500 (76 acres at $22,243/acre)
- Key Details: 75 tillable acres, priced at $22,540/tillable acre.
- Crop History: 72 acres previously used for corn production.
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3. McDonough County, Illinois – $21,600 per acre
Sold By: Sullivan Auctioneers
- Sale Price: $864,000 (40 acres at $21,600/acre)
- Key Details: 39.8 tillable acres with an NCCPI score of 85.2/100.
- Crop History: 38 acres used for corn production.
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4. Columbiana County, Ohio – $19,735 per acre
Sold By: Kiko Auctions
- Sale Price: $2,013,000 (102 acres at $19,735/acre)
- Key Details: 89 tillable acres priced at $22,618/tillable acre. Includes grassland pastures.
- Crop History: 46 acres for soybeans, 31 for corn, and 15 as pastureland.
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5. Shelby County, Illinois – $18,400 per acre
Sold By: The Loranda Group, Inc
- Sale Price: $1,104,000 (60 acres at $18,400/acre)
- Key Details: 59 tillable acres with an NCCPI score of 86.4/100.
- Crop History: 19 acres used for corn production.
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6. Van Wert County, Ohio – $18,031 per acre
Sold By: Halderman Auction House
- Sale Price: $2,900,000 (160.8 acres at $18,031/acre)
- Key Details: 150.6 tillable acres priced at $19,261/tillable acre. Includes 8 wooded acres.
- Crop History: 76 acres for soybeans and 40 for corn.
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7. Mercer County, Ohio – $17,688 per acre
Sold By: Halderman Auction House
- Sale Price: $1,415,000 (80 acres at $17,688/acre)
- Key Details: 75 tillable acres priced at $18,867/tillable acre.
- Crop History: 34 acres historically used for soybean production.
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8. Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania – $17,647 per acre
Sold By: Beiler-Campbell Auctions
- Sale Price: $900,000 (51 acres at $17,647/acre)
- Key Details: 46 tillable acres priced at $19,565/tillable acre. Includes 3 acres of deciduous forest.
- Crop History: 42 acres for soybean production.
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9. Sangamon County, Illinois – $17,600 per acre
Sold By: Cory Craig Auctions
- Sale Price: $1,915,408 (108.8 acres at $17,600/acre)
- Key Details: Fourth tract from a six-tract listing. NCCPI score of 89.3/100.
- Crop History: 105 acres used for soybean production.
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10. Piatt County, Illinois – $17,300 per acre
Sold By: Hertz Farm Management
- Sale Price: $1,384,000 (80 acres at $17,300/acre)
- Key Details: All acres used for corn production. NCCPI score of 85/100.
- Additional Info: Part of a two-tract listing.
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Final Thoughts
These December 2024 land sales highlight the ongoing strength of agricultural and developmental land markets across the United States. With detailed data like crop history, soil quality, and sale specifics, Acres.com is your trusted partner for staying ahead in land transactions. Access the latest land intelligence by connecting with our team today!