$1,940,000
$5,498 per acre: total asking price divided by the reported 353 acres. Not an appraisal or a bare-land value.
001 S Rocky Comfort RdMakanda, IL 62958
Cropland · MLS 12025253 · Listed 22 days ago (Oct 12, 2026)
Crops and cropland · Orchard or vineyard · Farm and ranch details
For sale: Listed for sale and available according to the MyStateMLS feed.
About this property
Discover 352.86± acres of exceptional recreational and income-producing land at 001 South Rocky Comfort Road near Makanda, Illinois. Located in the heart of the Southern Illinois wine trail region, this expansive property combines outstanding hunting opportunities, established CRP income, diverse hardwood timber, and direct proximity to the Shawnee National Forest. The property's northwest corner borders approximately 127 acres of Shawnee National Forest, offering access to additional public land and outdoor recreation. The surrounding landscape includes more than 800 acres owned by Southern Illinois University that serves as a wildlife refuge and connects toward the Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge area. This unique setting provides an appealing combination of privacy, natural habitat, and access to a much larger recreational landscape. Wildlife is abundant throughout the property, with whitetail deer and wild turkey supported by diverse habitat and surrounding refuge lands. The property's mix of open ground and wooded acreage creates opportunities for hunting, wildlife management, and future food plots. Whether you're looking for a premier Southern Illinois hunting property, a private outdoor retreat, or a long-term land investment, this tract offers a versatile foundation for your vision. Approximately 90.3 acres are enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), generating a little over $13,000 in annual income under a contract scheduled to expire in 2031. Portions of the fields have been strategically left outside the CRP, providing flexibility for wildlife management and recreational use. A selective timber harvest completed in 2024 helped promote the growth of the remaining timber, which includes a variety of oak and other hardwood species. The property is also well-suited for camping and future improvements, with an existing RV hookup and potential building sites for a hunting cabin, weekend getaway, or private residence, subject to applicable approvals and site conditions. Enjoy the peace and seclusion of your own acreage while remaining close to the wineries, scenic drives, and outdoor attractions that make Southern Illinois a desirable destination. With a rare combination of acreage, hunting, CRP income, hardwood timber, and access to surrounding public and protected lands, this 352.86± acre property presents an outstanding opportunity to own a substantial tract in Union County. Contact your land professional today to schedule a private tour.
Description provided by the listing brokerage.
Farm and ranch details
Listing-reported, not independently certified. These details come from the listing's own fields and description. Farms and Ranches has not inspected the property, measured acres, tested soil or water, or reviewed permits. Confirm everything with Curt Spaulding of National Land Realty, Illinois and the right professionals.
| Listed here as | CroplandAgricultural land: Land the listing describes as farmed, grazed or cut for hay, with no home reported. Usable acres, water and access still need checking. |
|---|---|
| Why it qualifies | Agricultural use reported in the listing · How listings qualify |
| Reported use | Crops and cropland, Orchard or vineyard |
| Total acreage | 353 acres (as reported) |
| Reported land breakdown | Not stated. Total acreage is not tillable or usable acreage; ask the agent and check the soil survey. |
| Home included | No home reported |
Reported buildings, water and land features
- CRP or conservation acres (listing description)
- Orchard (listing description)
- Timber or woods (listing description)
Not reported here and never inferred: yields, income, stocking rates or carrying capacity, water rights, transferable permits, organic certification, equipment or livestock included in the sale, and whether a building can be used or a site built on. Report a wrong classification.
Facts
- List price
- $1,940,000
- Status
- For sale
- Property type
- Land and lots
- Lot size
- 353 acres
- County
- Union County
- MLS number
- 12025253
Facts are reported by the listing brokerage. Items not listed were not provided; that does not mean the property lacks them.
Virtual tours
Location
The pin is the listing's reported coordinates and may be approximate. It is not a parcel boundary, and no soil, flood, wetland or access conclusion should be drawn from it. See more listings in Makanda.
Price and status history
Changes observed by Farms and Ranches in MyStateMLS data since Oct 30, 2026. This is not a public-record sales history; MyStateMLS does not publish sold prices.
Buyer checklist
Questions worth investigating for any farm or ranch purchase. They are not claims that this property has a problem or meets any condition.
- Legal accessIs there deeded or recorded access to a public road, and are there easements across the land (or that the land relies on)?
- Water rights and wellsA well, pond, creek or irrigation system does not by itself establish a legal right to use the water. Ask for the water right, permit or registration documents and test the well.
- Leases and tenanciesAre there farm, grazing, hunting, CRP, oil and gas or wind leases? Some survive a sale or require notice before they end.
- Soil and usable landHow many acres can actually be cropped or grazed? Check the NRCS soil survey and get a current lab soil test for the use you plan.
- RestrictionsZoning, conservation easements, deed restrictions, HOA rules, floodplain and wetland rules can limit what you can do.
- Building conditionBarns, fences, wells and septic systems need inspection; a listed building may not suit a commercial or livestock use.
- UtilitiesPower, water, septic capacity, internet and road maintenance: who provides them and at what cost.
- What is included in the saleEquipment, growing crops, stored hay, livestock, irrigation equipment, permits and farm program contracts are often separate. Get it in writing.
Explore this area's farming resources
Regional guidance for Union County, IL. It describes the area, not this property: it does not say this land suits any crop or use.
- Regional overview and local referrals for Union County
- University of Illinois Extension (county offices and local specialists)
- Soil testing options for Illinois
- NRCS Web Soil Survey (mapped soils; a map is not a soil test)
- All farm resources for Illinois
Guides and next steps
Listing courtesy of National Land Realty, Illinois. Listing agent: Curt Spaulding. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.
Listing last updated by the brokerage Nov 2, 2026, 12:03 PM UTC. Farms and Ranches last received MyStateMLS data Nov 3, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed; verify all details with the listing agent.