Forty Acres East Of Fertile, MN, With Paved Road Access And Tillable Acreage
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Summary
Property
- Type
- Farms, Recreational Land, Residential Land, Timberland, Undeveloped Land, Hunting Land, Horse Property
- Road Frontage
- County Road
- Road Surface
- Pavement
Land Details
- Pasture
- Timber
- Tillable
- Grass
- Hay
- Open
Approximate Distances
| 4 mi | to Fertile |
| 10 mi | to Winger |
| 9 mi | to Maple Lake |
| 11 mi | to Union Lake |
| 28 mi | to Crookston |
| 54 mi | to Grand Forks |
Utilities
| Electric: | Nearby |
Features/Improvements
- Small Game
- Big Game
- Upland Game
- Food Plot
- Tree Stands/Blinds
- Trail Network
- Surface Only
Description
This forty-acre property sits approximately four and a half miles east of Fertile, Minnesota, on a well-maintained paved county road. The land offers a combination of tillable acres, timbered ground, varied topography, and convenient access to nearby communities, public lands, lakes, and essential services. Its location across from the Sand Hill River corridor provides a mix of natural features and agricultural productivity that is characteristic of this part of Polk County.
The front portion of the property along County Highway 1 contains productive farmland consisting of 22.40 FSA tillable acres with an average CPI of 83. The soils consist primarily of Knute and Chapett fine sandy loam, which are commonly used in this region for row crops and forage production. The current owner is planting alfalfa and some row crop acreage on the land. Open tenancy begins in 2026, providing flexibility for future management decisions such as continued crop production, lease income, or conversion to other approved agricultural uses.
Behind the tillable acres, the landscape transitions to rolling high ground with mature oaks, maple, and aspen timber. This area covers approximately eighteen acres and includes established trails and identified food plot locations. The timbered section has a history of supporting varied wildlife activity, including deer, turkey, grouse, and occasional black bear. While proven stand locations are noted, no stands are included in the sale. The surrounding landscape adds to the property’s diversity, with a large block of timber to the south, agricultural fields to the east, and river bottom habitat located across the road to the north.
The land offers suitable conditions for a range of practical uses. Its access from a paved county road and consistent high ground create potential locations for a country home, hobby farm structures, or seasonal cabins for hunting. The combination of tillable acreage, timber value, and possible lease income provides multiple revenue pathways, which may appeal to buyers considering agricultural production, land investment options, or 1031 exchange needs. Opportunities may also exist in the future for selective timber harvests, cash rent from crop acres, continued hunting lease arrangements, or enrollment in conservation programs if desired and if approved.
Nearby communities add convenience and support a variety of recreational and service needs. Fertile is less than five miles away and provides essential amenities along with access to parks and local lake systems. Maple Lake is approximately nine miles from the property, and Union Lake is about eleven miles away. Several regional towns are within a reasonable driving distance, including Crookston, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, and Mahnomen, each less than half an hour by vehicle. Grand Forks is roughly fifty-five miles away, and the Fargo-Moorhead metro area is about seventy-three miles away. These distances allow for access to employment centers, medical facilities, and a broader range of services while maintaining the quiet setting of this rural location.
Public lands, parks, lakes, and additional outdoor recreation areas are also found throughout this region. The Sand Hill River and nearby wildlife habitats contribute to the broader recreational appeal. Additional acreage is available down the road, creating the possibility of acquiring more land in the immediate area if desired.
This property combines productive agricultural ground, established timber, ease of access, and multiple possible land use paths. Its location near Fertile and several surrounding communities provides both convenience and rural character within an area known for farming, outdoor recreation, and long-term land ownership stability.
Details
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Approximately forty acres east of Fertile Minnesota near the Sand Hill River
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Paved county road access and recent survey completed
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22.40 FSA tillable acres with an average CPI of 83
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Predominantly Knute and Chapett fine sandy loam soils
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About eighteen acres of mature oak, maple, and aspen timber
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Established stand sites, trails and identified food plot areas for whitetail hunting
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Open tenancy in 2026, current hunting lease in place for 2025
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Suitable areas for building home, cabin, shouse, or hobby farm use
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Near Maple Lake, Union Lake, and multiple regional towns
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Within driving distance of Crookston, Red Lake Falls, Fosston, Mahnomen, Grand Forks, and Fargo Moorhead
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Coordinates
47.52663, -96.17801
Annual Taxes
$814
The information contained herein is deemed reliable but is not warranted or guaranteed by the Broker, its Agents, or the Seller. Access to property, access to utilities, or any measurements including but not limited to, acreage, square footage, frontage, and mapping boundary lines shared herein has not been independently verified and is for purposes of marketing only. If exact measurements, access to property, or access to utilities is a concern, the property should be independently measured or investigated by the prospective buyer.
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