11 +/- Acres of Prime Whitetail Habitat with Build Site Potential
This 11 +/- acre tract in Carroll County offers a hard-to-find combination of excellent whitetail hunting and buildable potential.
Approximately 9 acres are wooded, featuring rolling topography that naturally creates pinch points, funnels, and edge travel corridors, ideal setups for capitalizing on deer movement during the rut. The timber has been selectively harvested and professionally managed, opening the canopy in key areas and allowing sunlight to reach the forest floor. The result is a diverse understory with strong browse, excellent bedding cover, and year-round habitat value. Dominant species include black walnut, white oak, and red oak, providing both mast production and long-term timber value.
The approximately 2 +/- acres of open ground on the south side of the property have previously been farmed and offer excellent flexibility. This area could continue to be leased to a local ...
The approximately 2 +/- acres of open ground on the south side of the property have previously been farmed and offer excellent flexibility. This area could continue to be leased to a local farmer for annual income, converted into destination food plots, or utilized as a future home or cabin site. With easy access directly off Messmer Road and relatively even topography, field preparation and planting are straightforward.
The property is buildable per Carroll County, making it well-suited for a hunting cabin, country home, or weekend retreat. The surrounding area is known for like-minded neighbors practicing quality deer management, contributing to consistent age structure and strong deer numbers.
A survey will be completed before closing to finalize the parcel split, with taxes to be determined following completion.
Whether you are looking for a high-quality small-acreage hunting tract, a buildable recreational getaway, or a property that blends habitat, income, and future flexibility, this tract checks all the right boxes. Call Jason Heller at (815) 858-4403 to schedule a private showing.
Property Features
-11 +/- acres (subject to survey) being split from a larger parcel
-Outstanding whitetail and turkey hunting in a proven Carroll County neighborhood known for high game densities
-9 +/- acres of rolling hardwood timber with natural pinch points and rut funnels
-2 +/- acres of open ground ideal for food plots, income, or a build site
-Selective timber harvest history resulting in an open canopy and excellent understory browse
-Hardwood species include black walnut, white oak, and red oak
-Multiple bedding opportunities that set up well for varying wind directions
-Road frontage and easy access off Messmer Road
-Buildable per Carroll County (taxes TBD due to parcel split)
-15 minutes from Savanna, Illinois
-1 hour 15 minutes from the Quad Cities
-2 +/- hours from the Chicago suburbs
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From Route 52, take Oakton Road north approximately 3 miles. Turn right onto Messmer Road, property is on the left-hand side of the road in approximately 1 mile.