Land for Sale in Flat Rock, Illinois

Flat Rock 501 - 500± Acres | Crawford County, Illinois

Flat Rock 501 is a premier 500± acre income-producing and recreational farm located in Crawford County along the Wabash River. This property offers a strong blend of consistent income, mature timber, and exceptional whitetail habitat in a highly sought-after area.

The farm includes 129.14 acres of productive tillable ground, multiple CRP contracts, and 227.39 acres of mature timber that has not been harvested in over 25 years-creating both immediate return and long-term upside. The diverse layout of timber, CRP, and agriculture provides ideal conditions for wildlife, making this a proven hunting property in a region known for producing quality whitetails.

Income BreakdownCRP Income: $26,778.92 annually

Tillable Income: $19,371 annually

Water Well Lease: $5,000 annually

Total Annual Income: $51,149.92Investment Opportunity

Flat Rock 501 offers a rare combination of immediate income, long-term appreciation, and recreational value-making it a well-balanced investment-grade property.

List Price: $2,650,000 ($5,300 per acre)

Annual Income: $51,149.92 ( almost equal to $102 per acre)

10-Year Investment OutlookProjected 10-Year Income: $296,385.94

Adjusted Cost Basis After 10 Years: $2,353,614

True Cost Per Acre After 10 Years: ~$4,700 per acreWhy This Investment Stands OutImmediate, diversified income from CRP, tillable rent, and lease revenue

Strong income floor even after current CRP contracts expire

Nearly $300,000 in projected income over 10 years

Proven appreciation potential in the Wabash River corridor

High-quality recreational value with premier whitetail habitat

Additional Upside PotentialTimber harvest opportunity from mature stands (not currently factored)

Potential for increased cash rent over time

Hunting lease or outfitter income

Potential CRP re-enrollment or transition into WRP/WRE programs, adding future income and conservation value

Wildlife & Area

Located in Crawford County, this area consistently produces strong deer numbers year after year:

Annual harvest averages: 1,900-2,000 deer

Peak years exceeding 2,500 deer

The Wabash River corridor is well known for its trophy whitetail potential

The combination of river frontage, timber, and managed habitat creates a natural funnel for wildlife and outstanding hunting opportunities.

For More Information

Contact Land SpecialistKevin Boyer217-232-0722