Recreational Land & Farm for Sale in Sterling, Kansas

Situated in Reno County, Kansas, this 130.6-acre property boasts Peace Creek running through its center, 92.06 acres of cropland with Class 2 soils, and exceptional hunting opportunities for whitetail deer, turkey, and quail. With its proximity to Quivira National Wildlife Refuge and Cheyenne Bottoms, it's perfect for farming, recreation, or building your dream home.

Land

This 130.6-acre property in Reno County, Kansas, offers a unique combination of productive farmland, recreational opportunities, and natural beauty. Peace Creek winds through the center of the property, with over half a mile of live water on both sides, creating ideal conditions for wildlife and agriculture.

The land features 92.06 acres of cropland, with 46 acres currently planted in wheat. More than half of the cropland consists of high-quality Class 2 soils, and a dependable farmer is already in place under a crop-share arrangement. The property is surrounded by cropland and is located just over a mile from the Arkansas River, providing additional natural appeal.

Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the excellent habitat for whitetail deer, quail, turkey, and upland birds. The property is known for holding large deer and offers exceptional hunting opportunities, including duck hunting when local ponds and marshes are iced over. Its proximity to Quivira National Wildlife Refuge (12 miles east) and Cheyenne Bottoms (40 miles away) further enhances its appeal for nature and wildlife lovers.

Easily accessible with blacktop road frontage along the north side and west side, this property is also an excellent site for building a new home. It is conveniently located near Hutchinson, Wichita, and Lyons, making it a perfect blend of rural seclusion and accessibility.

Please contact the listing agent for more information on this property or to schedule a private showing. (Financial verification is required)

Legal Description: NW4 of S07, T22, R08W (Except 15+/- Acres in NW Corner) in Reno County

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Crop APH

Wheat 47

Soybeans 29

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Soils: Primarily Class 2 and 3

Saltcreek and Naron fine sandy loams, 0 to 1 percent slopes: 44.74 Acres

Imano clay loam, occasionally flooded: 27.47 Acres

Ost-Clark loams, 1 to 3 percent slopes: 22.93 Acres

Naron fine sandy loam, 3 to 7 percent slopes, moderately eroded: 14.27 Acres

Hayes fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes: 9.05 Acres

Mahone loamy fine sand, rarely flooded: 7.3 Acres

Darlow-Elmer complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes: 2.62 Acres

Naron fine sandy loam, 7 to 15 percent slopes, moderately eroded: 2.07 Acres

Kisiwa loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes: 0.09 Acres

Statistics:

2023 Approximate Real Estate Taxes: $1,090.75

State Deer Hunting Unit: 5

Average Yearly Rainfall: 29"

Closest Town: Sterling

School District: Sterling USD 376

Directions:

From Sterling, head south on Hwy 14 for 2.5 miles then turn west onto Ave Y and in 2.5 miles the property is on your left to the south.

Location/Population:

5 miles south of Sterling (Population: 2,275)

15 miles east of Quivira National Wildlife Refuge

15 miles south of Lyons (Population: 3,498)

20 miles northwest of Hutchinson (Population: 39,662)

40 miles southeast of Cheyenne Bottoms and Great Bend (Population: 14,372)

70 miles northwest of Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower National Airport (Wichita Population: 396,119)