Wildlife paradise with tillable, CRP, and pasture/tree acres. Housing development opportunities on this property, which is located on the northeast edge of Lake Vermillion.

Located in McCook County on the northeast edge of Lake Vermillion, South Dakota, lies this 80+/- acre property. This parcel has a wide variety of options for use. Currently zoned and being used as Agricultural, this property is eligible to be changed to Lake Residential zoning. There could be 150+ lots, many with the most amazing views of Lake Vermillion. On these rolling hills there is an established shelterbelt, tillable acres, grasslands, and CRP. If not developed into lots for housing, this could be a fantastic secluded home or homestead site, a great addition to a livestock operation, or a hunters paradise.

There are 21.73 acres that were enrolled in CRP in October of 2020. The contract pays $2,242 per year and ends in 2030. The option exists for the new owner to buy out the CRP contract from USDA. The property is bordered on the west and north sides by South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks Game Production Area. The property on the south side is privately owned. On the east side is Deer Drive and there are three driveways with excellent property access.

Because of the diversity of the land on this property, the soil productivity is also diverse. Productivity indexes range from 18 to 93, with a weighted average of 38.9. The land has flat areas with 0 to 2% slope all the way up to 15% to 40% slopes. This variety gives the property character, incredible views, livestock protection from the elements, and tremendous habitat for wildlife. There are no cross-fences on the property, so the new owners will begin with a clean slate. The sloping pasture would be easy to cross-fence for rotational grazing.

The 16 acres of tillable ground that are not in CRP have been in a corn, soybean, and winter wheat rotation. These acres were not farmed for profit; the crops were left in the fields until spring to encourage and nurture the wildlife that inhabits the property, including pheasant, white-tailed deer, doves, waterfowl, and turkey. Bucks have been harvested from this parcel in the 160 range. There is a comfortable and warm elevated Redneck Blind on the property. It is large enough for up to 3 people and is equipped with a propane furnace and windows to accommodate both rifle and archery hunting. The nearby food plot makes for great wildlife viewing all year. The blind also overlooks a deep draw that runs down towards the lake. This draw has two stock dams that are excellent areas for waterfowl to raise their offspring. These dams sometimes go dry in late summer and make great bedding areas for deer. There are also two sets of dove landers on the property and some duck nesting boxes.

There have been many homes built on the east side of Lake Vermillion. None will have the views and opportunities that this piece offers. Many people state they feel like they just entered the black hills when they see the views on this property. Water and electricity are nearby, making this property a prime location for a new secluded home, a thriving homestead, or housing development. It is located in the West Central School District, with the elementary school located in Humboldt and the middle and high schools located in Hartford.

Humboldt is a great small town with a school, city park, library, and community center. Humboldt is located on the north side of Interstate 90 at exit 379. Hartford is closer to Sioux Falls, and boasts the amenities of a city but the feel of small town America.

If you are looking to add to your farming operation, a place to build a home in the solitude of natures beauty, creating a homestead for your family, or you are looking for prime development ground, this property would be a great opportunity to do so.

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Legal Description: 80 +/- acres located in the E ½ of the NW ¼ of 23-102-53.

Taxes: $931.34

Available for 2024

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80 +/- Acres located in the E 1/2 of the NW 1/4 of Section 23, Township 102, Range, 53 in Greenland Township, McCook County, South Dakota

From I-90 exit 375 (Montrose), go south one mile to Hawk Drive and then east one mile to Deer Drive. Turn south and go 1.5 miles on Deer Drive to the property, which is on the west side of Deer Drive.

From I-90 exit 379 (Humboldt), go south one mile to 259th St, then west 2 miles to 454th Ave. Turn south for 1 mile to 260th St. and then go west 1.5 miles to Deer Dr. Go north mile to the southeast corner of the property.

From SD Highway 42, turn north at 453rd Avenue and go 5 miles north to 260th St. Turn west and go mile to Deer Dr. Go north mile to the southeast corner of the property.