November 10, 2026 | Seward County, NE Absolute Land Auction
Auction Overview
Auction Closes at 2:00 PM November 10, 2026
203.43± Acres
2 Parcels
Agricultural & Recreational
River-front Property
Mike Foley
Real Estate Sales Associate
203.43± Acres of Productive Farmland, Blue River Habitat & Recreational Opportunity
An exceptional Seward County Nebraska land auction will offer 203.43± acres of productive farmland at absolute auction. Located just south of Seward, Nebraska, this property combines approximately 180± acres of cropland with Blue River frontage, mature timber and valuable wildlife habitat. Additionally, the farm offers established water rights, dependable program income and predominantly Class I and II soils. Whether you want to expand your farming operation, complete a 1031 exchange or invest in Nebraska land with recreational potential, this property deserves your attention.
Auction Overview
- Property: 203.43± total acres offered at absolute auction
- Land Features: Approximately 180± acres of productive cropland, plus Blue River frontage and timber
- Auction Location: Harvest Hall, Seward County Ag Society, 1625 Fairgrounds Circle, Seward, NE
- Auction Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM
- Online Bidding: Available with prior approval
A Farm for the Farmer. A Retreat for the Outdoorsman.
Ruhter Auction & Realty, Inc. is proud to offer 203.43± acres of productive Seward County farmland winding along the Blue River. The property consists of two tax parcels located in Section 3-T10N-R3E.
Beyond its tillable acres, the Blue River corridor provides mature timber, river-bottom cover and habitat for deer, turkey and waterfowl. As a result, buyers can benefit from dependable agricultural income while also enjoying the property’s hunting and recreational possibilities.
This farm may appeal to local producers, agricultural investors, recreational land buyers and anyone pursuing a like-kind 1031 exchange.
Property Highlights
- 203.43± total acres in Seward County, Nebraska
- Approximately 180± acres of productive cropland
- 161.10 total FSA base acres
- Predominantly Class I and II soils
- Blue River frontage with mature timber and wildlife habitat
- Conservation Buffer Strip Program income through September 1, 2032
- Annual buffer strip payment of $4,072.50
- Three Nebraska DNR surface-water permits covering 161 acres
- Established irrigation history
- Agricultural, investment and recreational potential
- Convenient location just south of Seward
Parcel Information
Parcel 1 — 168.43± Acres
Parcel ID: 800232920
Legal Description: NW¼, NE¼ and E½ NW¼ and N½ SE¼ west of the Blue River and NE¼ SW¼, Section 3-T10N-R3E, Seward County, Nebraska
2025 Real Estate Taxes: $7,600.58
Parcel 2 — 35± Acres
Parcel ID: 800107926
Legal Description: Part of the S½ NE¼, Section 3-T10N-R3E, Seward County, Nebraska
2025 Real Estate Taxes: $1,102.28
Both Tracts Sell As One Total Property: 203.43± acres
Farm Location
The property is located approximately 1¼ miles east of Highway 15 and Fletcher Road, on the south side of Seward. It is also approximately 2½ miles north of Ruby, Nebraska.
FSA Farm Information
- Corn Base: 71.67 acres
- Soybean Base: 78.68 acres
- Wheat Base: 10.75 acres
- Total Base Acres: 161.10 acres
Conservation Buffer Strip Program
The property is enrolled in the Conservation Buffer Strip Program from September 1, 2022, through September 1, 2032. The contract provides an annual payment of $4,072.50.
The buyer must maintain the current contract obligations. If the buyer fails to comply with the contract, the buyer will be responsible for any resulting costs.
Water Rights
The property has three Nebraska Department of Natural Resources surface-water permits covering a total of 161 acres:
- Permits A-6995 and A-14676: 131 acres; last pumped in 2023
- Permit A-12961B: 30 acres; last pumping date unknown
Soil Information
Predominantly Class I and II soils make up much of the farm’s tillable acreage. Major soil types include Muir silt loam, Butler silt loam and Hobbs silt loam.
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Terms & Conditions
A payment equal to 10% of the purchase price is due the day of the auction. The remaining balance will be due on or before December 15, 2026, and must be paid by certified funds or direct wire transfer to the closing agent. Full possession for the 2027 crop year will be granted.
The seller will pay all 2026 and prior real estate taxes, while the buyer will be responsible for all subsequent taxes. Title insurance costs will be split equally between buyer and seller. The sellers will convey fee simple title, subject to existing highways, easements, reservations, or encumbrances of record on file with the Seward County Register of Deeds.
AUCTION METHOD & REGISTRATION
This property will sell at absolute auction. Online bidding will be available with prior approval. Ruhter Auction & Realty, Inc. and the sellers must approve all absentee bids and anyone bidding on behalf of another person or entity.
All bidders must complete a bidder approval form as part of the registration process. By placing a bid, bidders enter into a legally binding contract with the seller to purchase the property if they are the high bidder. Failure to complete the transaction may result in legal action to recover damages caused by breach of contract.
PROPERTY CONDITION & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Purchasers must complete all desired inspections before the auction. The sale is not contingent upon financing.
Although the information presented in the auction materials comes from sources deemed reliable, neither Ruhter Auction & Realty, Inc. nor the seller guarantees its accuracy. Therefore, interested parties should complete their own inspections and due diligence before bidding.
The property sells AS IS, WHERE IS, without warranties expressed or implied. Announcements made on the day of the auction will take precedence over previously published information.
ACRES & MAPPING DISCLAIMER
Maps provided in promotional materials and on auction day are for illustrative purposes only and may not be to scale. Acreage figures are used strictly as a multiplier for the total sales price. A survey has not been completed; however, the acreage has been determined using the best available sources, though it is not guaranteed.
BIDDER ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Maps used in promotional materials may not be to scale and are intended for illustrative purposes only. The advertised acreage will serve as the multiplier used to determine the total purchase price.
No survey has been completed. The acreage comes from the best sources available; however, neither the seller nor Ruhter Auction & Realty, Inc. guarantees it.
Ruhter Auction & Realty, Inc. is acting solely as the agent of the seller.