11 +/- acres offering excellent whitetail and turkey hunting with buildable potential in Carroll County. Approximately 9 acres of rolling hardwood timber with natural pinch points, rut funnels, and strong bedding cover. Selectively harvested timber with an open canopy and diverse understory browse. Includes approximately 2 acres of open ground suitable for food plots, income, or a future home or cabin site. Road frontage and easy access off Messmer Road. Buildable per Carroll County. Survey to be completed prior to closing; taxes TBD. Located approximately 15 minutes from Savanna, IL, 1 hour 15 minutes from the Quad Cities, and about 2 hours from the Chicago suburbs.
Located off Messmer Road in northwest Carroll County sits this beautiful 3.63 acre property. Comprised of mature hardwood timber and rolling topography, this property offers fantastic recreational opportunities as well as the potential to build a home or cabin! As mentioned, this property is zoned Ag-1, which allows it to be buildable for a single-family residence per Carroll County. The property itself provides a secluded setting while still being conveniently located in close proximity to Mount Carroll and Savanna. Access is provided off of Messmer Road and with some clearing, several areas of the property would provide a fantastic location to be built on. It should be noted proper permits would still need to be obtained through Carroll County prior to building. On the other hand, if you’re looking for a smaller acreage property with recreational opportunities, this would be a fantastic choice as well. This area is known for high deer and turkey densities, as well as trophy class whitetails. Walking through the property you’ll notice an abundance of deer sign and several excellent areas for stand locations. Also worth noting is the presence of mature timber on the property. Mostly comprised of white & red oak, this could provide a source of future income or could help to offset part of the purchase price. If you’re looking for the perfect location to build a home or cabin, or for your own acreage to hunt on, this is one you don’t want to miss!
RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #QC4050013
Aug 6, 2021
Listing Removed
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NWIAR #131844
Dec 18, 2015
Sold
$333,558
Oct 19, 2015
Listed
$344,500
Public Records
Mar 22, 2001
Sold
$133,424
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$191 (+10.8%)
$2,529
2024
$173 (+6.4%)
$2,235
2023
$162 (+11.9%)
$1,967
2022
$145 (+12.2%)
$1,967
2021
$129 (+14.7%)
$440
2020
$113 (+13.8%)
$440
2019
$99 (+16.3%)
$440
2018
$85 (+20.4%)
$440
2017
$71 (+17.9%)
$440
2016
$60 (+22.4%)
$666
2015
$49 (+36.1%)
$543
2013
$36
$416
Public record
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Lot size
20 Acres
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Single Family Residential
County
Carroll County
APN
09-02-27-200-002
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Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
Property details
Exterior
Property Information
Property Type: Land
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Land
Land Information
Topography: Level,Rolling
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded, Level, Rolling Slope
Lot Size Acres: 11.8
Location
Schools Information
School District: West Carroll
Elementary School: West Carroll
Middle Or Junior School: West Carroll
High School: West Carroll
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Lot Size: 20 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
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County: Carroll County
APN: 09-02-27-200-002
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 26, 2026
Around this home
Schools
West Carroll Primary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.5mi
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West Carroll Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 9.2mi
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West Carroll High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Savanna, IL • 61074
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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 23% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.