Land for Auction in Ceresco, Nebraska

Prime Lancaster County farmland offering two quality tracts along N. 84th Street, Branched Oak Road and Agnew Road. Tract 1 combines productive tillable acres with long-term acreage development potential, while Tract 2 offers highly productive farmland with strong agricultural appeal. Both tracts provide excellent access, quality soils, and a desirable location near Lincoln.

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Offering two highly productive tracts of Lancaster County farmland, conveniently located along N. 84th Street with excellent accessibility to Lincoln and surrounding agricultural markets. Both tracts feature a high percentage of tillable acreage, strong NCCPI ratings, and have been terraced and tiled to promote efficient farming practices and maximize production potential.

In addition to their strong agricultural characteristics, both tracts offer an excellent opportunity for future acreage development due to their desirable locations, road access, and proximity to the Lincoln metropolitan area. This combination of current agricultural income potential and possible long-term development opportunity makes these properties particularly attractive to both farmers and investors. Prospective buyers should conduct their own due diligence regarding zoning, subdivision requirements, utilities, access, and applicable county regulations.

Tract 1 – ±37.51 Acres

Located at the intersection of N. 84th Street and Branched Oak Road, Tract 1 consists of the East ½ of the North ½ of the NE ¼, Section 34, Township 12 North, Range 7 East of the 6th P.M., Lancaster County, Nebraska.

The tract contains approximately 37.51 acres, including ±36.70 acres of tillable land and ±0.44 acres of timber/waste. The property carries an average NCCPI rating of 60.03, reflecting strong agricultural productivity. The farm has been terraced and tiled for improved drainage, erosion control, and maximum production potential.

With its location along N. 84th Street and Branched Oak Road, convenient proximity to Lincoln, Tract 1 offers an attractive combination of productive farmland and potential long-term acreage development opportunity.

Tract 2 – ±70.09 Acres

Located at the intersection of N. 84th Street and Agnew Road, Tract 2 consists of Lot 4, Irregular Tracts, located in the East ½ of the Northeast ¼ of Section 15, Township 12 North, Range 7 East of the 6th P.M., Lancaster County, Nebraska.

The tract contains approximately 70.09 acres, including ±68.09 acres of tillable land and ±2.00 acres of grass. The property carries an average NCCPI rating of 64.77, providing an excellent combination of acreage and productive soils. The farm has been terraced and tiled for improved drainage, erosion control, and maximum production potential.

The tract’s size, road frontage, location, and proximity to Lincoln make Tract 2 particularly attractive for continued agricultural production as well as potential future acreage development.

Convenient Access to Grain Markets

Offering two highly productive tracts of Lancaster County farmland, conveniently located along N. 84th Street with excellent access to Lincoln, Waverly, Ceresco, and surrounding agricultural markets. Both tracts provide strong agricultural potential, convenient transportation access, and attractive long-term development possibilities.

The proximity to established grain markets, combined with excellent county-road access, adds to the overall appeal and efficiency of these properties for agricultural operators.

Agricultural & Long-Term Investment Opportunity

These properties offer a rare combination of productive Lancaster County farmland and potential long-term development upside. With a high percentage of tillable acreage, strong NCCPI ratings, established terraces and tile, and convenient access to Lincoln and area grain markets, both tracts offer excellent agricultural fundamentals today while providing the potential for additional value over the long term.

Whether purchased for farming, investment, or future development potential, these two tracts present an outstanding opportunity to acquire quality land in a highly desirable area of Lancaster County.

Tracts will be offered separately, providing buyers the flexibility to purchase one or both tracts.

Prospective buyers are encouraged to conduct their own independent due diligence regarding zoning, future land-use plans, subdivision regulations, utilities, access, development requirements, and any other factors that may affect future development potential.

Region & Climate

Northern Lancaster County experiences a continental climate characterized by four distinct seasons, with warm summers, cold winters, and generally adequate precipitation throughout the growing season. The Lincoln area, which provides the closest major climate reference, has a 1991–2020 annual average temperature of approximately 52.3°F and average annual precipitation of approximately 39.6 inches.

Summers are typically warm to hot, with average July temperatures near 85°F for the daily high and 65°F for the daily low. July is also the wettest month, averaging approximately 5.1 inches of precipitation, with May through August generally providing favorable moisture for crop production.

Winters are cold, with January averaging approximately 35°F for the high and 18°F for the low. Annual snowfall averages about 19 inches, with measurable snow occurring primarily from late November through March.

The area benefits from a favorable growing season and abundant summer sunshine, supporting the production of corn, soybeans, and other crops common to southeastern Nebraska. Weather conditions can vary significantly from year to year, including periods of drought, heavy rainfall, severe thunderstorms, hail, high winds, and occasional winter storms. Overall, the climate of northern Lancaster County is well suited to productive row-crop agriculture and diversified rural land uses.