Property Description
PRIME 148+/- ACRE FRANKLIN COUNTY FARM WITH HIGHLY PRODUCTIVE LIMESTONE SOILS! This exceptional farm features approximately 130 acres of tillable land with large open fields and level topography, making it ideal for farming operations. The property includes a spacious brick farmhouse, 3-car detached garage, spring-fed pond, and numerous outbuildings. The farmhouse offers 4 bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with private balcony, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, living room, dining room, den/family room, partially finished basement with family room and canning kitchen, attic space, and more. Several fireplaces throughout the home add warmth and character. A new tin roof was installed in 2021. The spring-fed pond is approximately 0.50+/- acres. Outbuildings include a 48x76 bank barn, 38x64 equipment shed with attached workshop, 34x35 pole building, several block outbuildings, and additional storage areas. The property also offers ample road frontage along Royer Rd. The tillable acreage is currently under an active farm lease through December 2026. The property is enrolled in farm preservation. Opportunities to acquire a farm like this are rare, don't miss your opportunity. There was a landing strip on the farm used by a family member for many years for his private plane. This property will be offered at auction on Friday, August 28, 2026, at 1:00 PM. The list price in no way represents a minimum, starting, or acceptable bid. This property will be offered in a multi-parcel auction, giving buyers the flexibility to purchase Tract 1, Tract 2, or both tracts. Tract 1: 9385 Royer Rd 148+/- acres featuring a farmhouse, productive farmland, and multiple outbuildings. Tract 2: 4.71+/- acres all tillable, offering an ideal setting for a beautiful homesite. Taxes for tracts 1 and 2 combined are $7,242; taxes may be reassessed dependent on how the property is sold.