This 160± acre property in Fayette County, Illinois, offers a combination of long-term conservation income, diverse wildlife habitat, and convenient access to nearby communities. The farm contains 158.1± enrolled CRP acres that generate an annual payment of approximately $23,115, providing consistent income for the landowner. The landscape is dominated by planted timber and understory cover, which supports bedding and security habitat for local wildlife. While walking the property, various signs of deer activity were observed, including trails, rubs, and scrapes. I also jumped countless deer while walking this property, bucks included. Aided by the property’s position is surrounding agricultural fields. The adjacent cropland creates natural travel routes from bedding cover to food sources, contributing to steady wildlife presence.

The tract features road frontage, offering straightforward access for management, recreation, or inspection. Terrain varies from rolling timber to areas of dense cover, allowing for multiple potential land uses, including habitat management, recreational enjoyment, or continuation of conservation program enrollment. This location places the property within a practical distance of nearby towns for supplies and services. It is approximately 15 miles from Altamont and about 20 miles from Vandalia. These distances provide access to amenities while maintaining the seclusion associated with a largely timbered acreage.

The mix of CRP income, timbered habitat, and adjacency to agricultural land offers a functional and versatile landholding. The farm’s layout supports both outdoor activities and ongoing habitat conservation. Its road frontage and manageable size allow applicants to consider various long-term goals for the property, including continued enrollment in conservation programs or customized habitat projects consistent with local regulations.

This Fayette County tract represents an opportunity to acquire an income-producing property with substantial wooded habitat and a location within reach of regional communities. Its physical features and land cover types make it suitable for a broad range of recreational or management-focused uses without relying on subjective characterizations. Interested parties may evaluate the property based on its acreage, habitat structure, access, and conservation income to determine how it aligns with their goals.