13 Acre COUNTRY ESTATE For Sale by Online Bidding

13 Acre COUNTRY ESTATE For Sale by Online Bidding

COMING SOON! No Showings until April 14th when the Estate's Personal Property sale is completed. Location! Location! Location! Beautiful, hilltop 13 acre rural ranch 3-bedroom home with attached garage plus an additional garage or shop is for sale by online bidding until May 6th. Located in the Town of Farmington, just east of Johnson Creek and a few miles south of I94 for commuting to Madison or Milwaukee, this home has been well maintained, private, and move in ready.  Being sold to settle the Estate of Ruth Schmidt, the new owners can take advantage of the hilltop view from the home's deck and cheer on the Farmington Flames baseball team at the ballpark a few minutes away. Bring the horses, set up a homestead or enjoy rural living away from the city lights. Life can't get any better when check out the 13-acre ranch home at W3163 County Road B, Watertown, WI 53094 in the Town of Farmington. Bidding Requirements and Terms and Conditions apply. Click to learn more. Register in the sale and submit the bank letter needed. Then, plan to attend the preview dates on Thursday, April 17th and Wednesday, April 23rd from 4:00 to 5:30p both days. 
COMING SOON - 13 Acre Country Estate

COMING SOON! No Showings until April 14th after the Estate's Personal Property sale is completed.

Location! Location! Location!

Rural 13-acre country estate with 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch home at W3163 County Road B, Watertown, WI 53094 in the Town of Farmington is for sale by online bidding from April 7th to May 6th, 2025. Previews are scheduled 4:00 to 5:30pm on both Thurs. April 17th and Weds. April 23rd. 

Beautiful, hilltop 13 acre rural ranch 3-bedroom home with attached 2 car garage plus an additional 30x45 garage or workshop plus a storage building is for sale by online bidding until May 6th.

Located in the Town of Farmington, just east of Johnson Creek and a few miles south of I94 for easy commuting to Madison or Milwaukee, this home has been well maintained, private, and move in ready and being sold to settle the Estate of Ruth Schmidt. The new owners can take advantage of the hilltop view from the 17x16 deck and cheer on the Farmington Flames baseball team at the ballpark a few minutes away.

This 1,477 sq ft, 3-bedroom ranch home has a 2 car attached garage with opener, plus an additional 30x45 garage or workshop, and storage shed on 13 acres. The interior features 2 full baths, vaulted ceilings, walk in closet, the appliances including refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, microwave, washer and dryer are included along with garage door opener, ceiling fans, window treatments and out door windmill and cast iron pot. The partially finished full basement is stubbed, and has 200 amp electric, newer furnace / central air (2017), 40 gallon gas water heater, pressure tank (2015). Well inspection and septic inspection results will available soon. Take in the scenery from the deck and your hilltop view. Tinker away in the workshop / garage that has garage doors. 

Bring the horses, set up a homestead or enjoy rural living away from the city lights. Can life get any better when you bid to be the high bidder on the 13-acre Country Estate in Watertown?

Mark your calendar and plan to attend the showing preview dates from 4:00 to 5:30pm both day Thursday, April 17th or  Wednesday, April 23rd from 4:00 to 5:30p both days.

Read information under the documents tab and click to register and submit the needed bank proof of funds letter. 

Agents / Brokers participation welcome with signed participation form found under the documents. Offering 1.5% per the Terms of the sale. Call office with any questions. 

Room Measurements: Square Footage: 1,477 sq ft

Kitchen: 10'5" x 13'6" / Dining: 10'5" x 7'

Formal Dining: 10'6" x 9' / Livingroom: 14'6" x 17'

Family Room: 14'6" x 17'8" / Main Floor Laundry: 6'8" x 6'9" / Bath: 8' x 6'

Master Bedroom: 13'7" x 12'8" / Master Bath: 11'4" x 5'

Bedroom 2: 11'6" x 11' / Bedroom 3: 11' x 10'11"

Natural Gas Forced and Central Air Conditioner (2017); 200 amp Electric; Gas Water Heater; Well and Septic; Partially finished full basement with exit to outdoors. 

Deck: 17'6" x 16 upper and 10' x 12' lower / Additional Garages is 30x45 with 16x7 garage door.

Bidding Requirements and Terms and Conditions apply. Water Softener is rented and 2025 crops are not included.

Terms: Starting bid $250,000.00; 8% buyer's fee - high bid plus buyers fee equal total price offered. Terms and Conditions apply to any offer. Seller can accept, reject or counter any offer. Property sells As Is, Where Is, No Contingencies/Exceptions. Bank Letter Proof of Funds Available to close in 30-45 days is required to bid. Inspections welcome but seller will not accept inspection contingency.

Agent or Broker Participation welcome at 1.5% 

MLS #1995699

Listing Broker, Stan Jones, Jones Auction & Realty, LLC / 818 N Church St., Watertown, WI 53098

Phone (920) 261-6820

 

REAL ESTATE PROPERTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS

This is an 8% Buyers Fee sale. The sale price is the high bid and the 8% buyer’s fee is an expense to the buyer. Earnest money of $20,000.00  must accompany the Offer to Purchase. 
Property sells As Is, Where Is, No Contingencies, No Exceptions. All auction terms and conditions apply and become part of any offer.  Closing within 30-45 days from the end of the sale.

Seller retains the right to accept, reject or counter any offer. We encourage inspections but please note the seller will not accept any offer with inspection contingency-all inspections must be done prior to bidding and prior to any written offers. 

Bidding Requirements Apply:  
A letter from your bank or financial institution confirming you have sufficient funds available to close the deal is required to be on file at our Jones Auction & Realty Service, LLC office, 818 North Church St, Watertown, WI, prior to being approved to bid. Your bank letter must include the dollar amount of the bid permission you are requesting.  Upon receipt at our office, you will be given bid permissions up and including the amount on your bank letter.
***Please note that bids placed for any amount over your requested bid permission will remain “Pending” until a second letter or a direct phone call from your bank/banker confirming an updated amount is received at our office.***
Your letter may be faxed to (920) 261-6830; emailed to info@jonesauctionservice.com; or mailed or dropped off at our 818 North Church Street, Watertown, WI office during normal business hours 9-4, Monday-Friday.  Please do not hesitate to call us with questions; (920) 261-6820

1.    Online Bidding opens Monday, April 7, 2025 and will end on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 @ 2:00pm (CT)  
a.    Approval to bid at this real estate sale is subject to Jones Auction & Realty Service, LLC receiving a letter from your bank or financial institution confirming you have sufficient funds available to close the transaction per the Bidding Requirements listed above. 
b.    Confirmation may be faxed to (920) 261-6830 or emailed to info@jonesauctionservice.com
c.    This property sells As Is, Where Is, No Contingencies or Exceptions. 
d.    All auction terms and conditions apply and become part of any offer. 

2.    This is an 8% Buyers Fee sale. The sale price is the high bid and the 8% buyer’s fee is an expense to the buyer.
a.    Earnest money of $20,000.00 must accompany the Offer to Purchase.
b.    Upon accepted offer, all earnest money becomes non-refundable. 
c.    Property sells As Is, Where Is, No Contingencies or Exceptions.
d.    Closing 30-45 days from the end of the sale.

3.    Winning bidder is contractually bound and will enter a Contract to Purchase immediately upon being declared the accepted bidder by the auctioneer.
a.    Upon accepted bid the winning bidder will be forwarded via email a Contract to Purchase.
b.    All contracts will be prepared by the listing broker to be entered into the date of the sale. Seller will deliver clear merchantable title at closing. 
c.    A signed copy of the contract along with earnest money due must be sent to Jones Auction & Realty Service, LLC by end of business or 5:00 P.M.  (CT), Tuesday, May 6, 2025. Contract to Purchase may be hand delivered, faxed, or scanned and emailed. 
d.    In the event the buyer refuses to sign the Contract to Purchase and tender the earnest money deposit the auctioneer may resell the property. The original buyer shall be responsible for any damages and expenses for resale and collection, including reasonable attorney’s fees. 
e.    The only condition under which the earnest money and prepaid closing shall be refunded is if the seller fails to confirm or accept the bid or is unable to deliver clear title. If buyer refuses for any reason to close, the earnest money and prepaid fees will be forfeited. All earnest money, less incurred expenses, will be given to the seller. Upon acceptance of Contract to Purchase by both parties, earnest money becomes non-refundable.
 
4.    Bidding is not contingent on financing.  Qualification for financing must be approved prior to approval for bidding and prior to the sale. You are responsible for cash at closing within 30-45 days of the end of the sale. Possession shall be given at closing.

5.    The sale will be subject to existing zoning, ordinances, roads, restrictions of record and easements of record.  Real Estate taxes for the year of closing will be prorated to the date of closing. Seller will provide and arrange for all title evidence. Any zoning or use permits, if needed, will be at the buyer’s expense. 

6.    Jones Auction & Realty Service, LLC has been contracted as an agent of the seller to offer this property As Is, Where Is with no warranties to buildings, wells or septic systems. Requirements to meet DILHRs energy code are the responsibility of the buyer.

7.    This information is from sources deemed reliable, but no warranty or representation is made to its accuracy. Any information on this sale is subject to verification and no liability for errors, omissions or changes are assumed by Jones Auction & Realty Service, LLC as an agent of the seller or the seller.

8.    Under no circumstances shall bidder have any kind of claim against Jones Auction & Realty Service, LLC as an agent of the seller, seller, the online bidding platform, or anyone else if the internet service fails to work correctly, any computer interruptions, or if bidder fails to refresh their browser or use the Live Catalog option as the lot closes.

9.    This property sells As Is, Where Is condition without warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, No Exceptions Whatsoever. Buyers should verify all information to their satisfaction. Make all inspections and financing arrangements prior to the end of bidding. Buyer acknowledges and agrees that Seller has not made and is not making any representation statement, or warranty to Buyer about the Property, including, but not limited to, physical aspects and condition of any portion of the Property, including personal property included in this transaction, if any, condition of soil, feasibility, desirability, suitability, fitness or adaptability of any part of Property, including personal property included in this transaction, if any, for any particular use, availability of any utility service, assessments, fees or charges that may be assessed against the Property, value of Property or projected income and expenses, or any other matter.   Buyer is purchasing Property in an As Is and Where Is condition and acknowledges that Buyer must rely solely on Buyers own investigation of Property. All prior negotiations and discussions have been merged into this Offer to Purchase.  Buyer acknowledges and agrees that Buyer has not and will not rely on any representation or statement made by Seller and waives any and all claims against Seller or its agents for any misrepresentation, negligence, fraudulent advertising under section 100.18 of the Wisconsin Statutes, or breach of warranty.

10.    All buyers must acknowledge and accept the Terms and Conditions provided at the time of online registration. Bank Letter of Guarantee/Validation of Funds required for bidding approval.

11.    Buyer acknowledges that Seller has given Buyer adequate time and opportunity to inspect the Property and Buyer has either already exercised this opportunity to inspect to the extent that Buyer deems appropriate or knowingly agreed to waive such opportunity.

12.    All information contained on any website description, or any published advertising is believed to be true and correct to the best of our knowledge and ability but IS NOT GUARANTEED. Please contact us at (920) 261-6820 prior to bidding with questions.

13.    Broker Participation is welcome. To be eligible and for more information, contact listing broker’s office by email to info@JonesAuctionService.com or call (920) 261-6820. Time is of the essence. Client’s information must be received a minimum of 48 hours prior to the close of the auction. There can be no exceptions to this procedure.

14.    Auctioneer is licensed by the Wisconsin Department of Licensing & Regulation.

15.    This property is offered for sale to qualified purchasers without regard to perspective purchasers’ race, color, sex, marital status, religion, or national origin.

Seller retains the right to accept, reject or counter any offer.
All Auction Terms & Conditions Apply and Become Part of Any Offer


PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Winning bidder is contractually bound and will enter into a Contract to Purchase immediately upon being declared the accepted bid by the auctioneer.  Upon the close of the sale the winning bidder will be forwarded a Contract to Purchase via email or fax. The signed copy along with the earnest money must be returned to Jones Auction & Realty Service, LLC before end of business or 5:00 P.M. (CT) on, Tuesday, May 6, 2025. The Contract to Purchase may be hand delivered, faxed, or scanned and emailed and earnest money must accompany the Offer to Purchase. Earnest money payment can be made by check if paying in person or by wire transfer for an additional $25 processing fee.

Bidding is not contingent upon financing.  All financing arrangements must be made prior to the end of the bidding. Upon accepted offer all earnest money becomes nonrefundable.


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