000 #E. 2850th, Marseilles, IL 61341

Looking for the perfect canvas to build your private country dream home near beautiful Seneca, Illinois? This stunning 22.128-acre parcel offers the ideal blend of seclusion, natural beauty, and modern convenience. The property features approximately 12.5 wooded acres of mature hardwoods - oak, maple, and walnut - offering both a potential timber income opportunity and outstanding wildlife habitat for hunting enthusiasts. Terrain ranges from gently sloped ground to a picturesque ravine that cuts east to west through the back third of the property, creating dramatic views and a true sense of privacy. The wooded acreage may also qualify for enrollment in the Forestry Management Program, offering potential property tax savings. The remaining 9.6 acres of tillable ground is gently rolling and currently planted in hay, offering multiple attractive building sites to situate your future home exactly where you want it. This ground could also be a candidate for enrollment in the CRP (Conservation Reserve Program), providing an additional revenue stream. Utilities are already at the road, including electric, natural gas, and high-speed internet - natural gas access is a rare and valuable find for a property like this. Located close to shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences, and served by the highly desirable Seneca school district, this property offers the best of both worlds: rural seclusion with easy access to modern amenities. Recently split from a larger 44-acre tract, current tax records are still being established; estimated annual taxes are approximately $200. Property Highlights: * 22.128 total acres * ~12.5 wooded acres (oak, maple, walnut) - potential Forestry Program eligibility * ~9.6 tillable acres, currently in hay - potential CRP eligibility * Scenic east-west ravine through rear third of property * Excellent hunting and recreational potential * Multiple building sites with rolling terrain * Electric, natural gas, and high-speed internet at the road * Seneca school district * Recently split from 44-acre tract; est. taxes ~$200/year