55± Acres of Timbered, Recreational & Investment Land – St. Joseph, Missouri
ONLINE PUBLIC REAL ESTATE AUCTION
ONLINE BIDDING ENDS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2026, AT 12:30 PM CST
ULTIMATE CHOICE – 1± ACRE • 19± ACRES • 35± ACRES • ANY COMBINATION!
Located Along Huntoon Road & North 2nd Street, St. Joseph, MO 64505
Take advantage of this opportunity to purchase 55± acres of timbered and undeveloped land in St. Joseph, Missouri, conveniently located near Interstate 229 and the scenic River Bluff Trails Park. Offered in three individual tracts, this property provides an opportunity for buyers seeking wooded acreage, recreational property, wildlife habitat, or a long-term land investment.
The property consists of mature-appearing timber, natural vegetation, wooded terrain, and creek or drainage corridors, creating an attractive natural setting with opportunities for outdoor recreation, hunting, wildlife observation, and enjoying the outdoors. The aerial map shows a wooded landscape with drainage features running through or near portions of the property, adding to its natural character.
An additional feature is the property's proximity to River Bluff Trails Park and the River Bluff Trails North Trailhead, located just west of the property across the Interstate 229 corridor. This nearby recreational area adds to the appeal of owning wooded acreage in the St. Joseph area. The property is privately owned and is not represented as having direct access to the public trail system.
Excellent public road frontage is another important feature. Tracts 2 and 3 each have frontage along publicly maintained roads on both their east and west boundaries, including North 2nd Street to the east and Huntoon Road to the west. Tract 1 offers publicly maintained road frontage along North 2nd Street on its east boundary.
Although the larger tracts are classified as agricultural land for assessment purposes, the property is timbered and undeveloped, with no current agricultural production. Tract 1 is classified as vacant land.
Whether you are searching for recreational or hunting property, a private wooded retreat, additional acreage, or a long-term investment, this offering provides several possibilities. Potential future building or development uses are subject to applicable zoning, terrain, utility availability, access requirements, floodplain considerations, and governmental approvals.
Property Offered in Three Tracts
TRACT 1 – 1± ACRE | VACANT LAND
Approximately 1 acre of vacant, undeveloped land with publicly maintained road frontage along North 2nd Street on its east boundary. This smaller parcel offers an opportunity for buyers seeking a manageable tract of land in the St. Joseph area.
TRACT 2 – 35± ACRES | TIMBERED & RECREATIONAL LAND
Approximately 35 acres of wooded, undeveloped land with publicly maintained road frontage along Huntoon Road on the west and North 2nd Street on the east. The aerial map shows extensive timber coverage, irregular terrain, and an apparent drainage corridor crossing the southern portion of the tract. This larger acreage offers opportunities for outdoor recreation, potential wildlife habitat, and long-term land investment.
TRACT 3 – 19± ACRES | TIMBERED & RECREATIONAL LAND
Approximately 19 acres of wooded, undeveloped land with publicly maintained road frontage along Huntoon Road on the west and North 2nd Street on the east. Located near the River Bluff Trails North Trailhead area, this tract offers a natural wooded setting with recreational and investment possibilities. An apparent drainage corridor is visible near the northern and eastern portions of the property.
ULTIMATE CHOICE – BID HOW YOU WANT TO BUY IT!
Buyers will have the opportunity to purchase:
Tract 1: 1± Acre
Tract 2: 35± Acres
Tract 3: 19± Acres
Any combination of the three tracts
Entire Property: 55± Acres
This flexible bidding format allows buyers to purchase the acreage that best suits their needs.
Property Highlights
55± total acres of timbered and undeveloped land
Located in St. Joseph, Buchanan County, Missouri
Convenient proximity to Interstate 229
Near River Bluff Trails Park and the North Trailhead
Natural timber, wooded terrain, and potential wildlife habitat
Apparent creek or drainage corridors shown on the aerial map
Recreational, hunting, and outdoor enjoyment possibilities
Tracts 2 and 3 feature publicly maintained road frontage on both east and west sides
Tract 1 features publicly maintained road frontage along North 2nd Street
Larger tracts classified as agricultural land for assessment purposes, but not currently farmed
Tract 1 classified as vacant land
Opportunity for neighboring property owners to expand their holdings
Potential long-term land investment
Future building or development possibilities subject to applicable approvals
Three individual tracts with combination bidding available
An Opportunity to Own Wooded Acreage in St. Joseph!
Properties offering substantial wooded acreage, public road frontage, and convenient proximity to established recreational areas provide an appealing combination for land buyers.
Whether you are looking for a smaller parcel, a recreational retreat, a larger timbered tract, or a long-term land investment, this 55± acre offering provides the flexibility to purchase the amount of land that best meets your needs.
WITH NATURAL TIMBER, PUBLICLY MAINTAINED ROAD FRONTAGE, NEARBY RECREATIONAL AMENITIES, AND ULTIMATE CHOICE BIDDING, THIS PROPERTY DESERVES YOUR CONSIDERATION!
BID HOW YOU WANT TO BUY IT!
SELLING AT ONLINE PUBLIC REAL ESTATE AUCTION – FINAL BIDS SUBJECT TO SELLER CONFIRMATION.
ONLINE BIDDING ENDS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2026, AT 12:30 PM CST
West Central Auction Company
Jeff Pittman - 816-262-8753
PROPERTY ADDRESS: Tract 1 is on 2nd street, Tract 2 & 3 are located off of Huntoon Road and 2nd Street, St Joseph MO. 64505
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ORDER OF SALE: Offering - The real estate will be offered as ultimate choice, Individual or Any Combination. Bidders will have the opportunity to bid on it how they would like to purchase it. Bid price + 10% Buyer's Premium = Contract price.
RESTRICTIONS: Subject only to all City of St Joseph, County of Buchanan and State of Missouri laws, ordinances and regulations. Also selling to all easements of record. Seller is placing no restrictions on the property. The owner does warrant that they have good merchantable title to the real estate and that they will convey the same with a warranty deed, free from all encumbrances, liens or judgments at the time of closing.
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TAXES: Taxes will be prorated to the day of closing.
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Successful bidder not executing and returning the contract with earnest money deposit within 24 hours of the conclusion of the auction will be considered in default. In the event a winning bidder fails to submit the signed Contract for Sale of Real Estate and 10% of High Bid Price in earnest money deposit, the winning bidder will be charged a penalty fee of $2,500.00 on the credit card provided at auction registration. Additional default remedies are reserved by West Central Auction Company and the Seller as provided in the Auction Terms and Conditions and the Contract for Sale of Real Estate. West Central Auction Company reserves the right to sell to the second-highest bidder in the event the successful high bidder does not comply with the terms of the sale.
LIQUIDATED DAMAGES: If buyer chooses not to close within stated time herein and no written extension has been granted by the seller, the buyer will forfeit all the deposit. If such action occurs, West Central Auction Co. hereby has the right to disperse the deposit as stated in the listing agreement and the buyer has no claims to such money or property being sold. Liquidated damages are to cover cost of auction, cost incurred by seller, labor cost and additional cost of auction as not defined in this agreement.
POSSESSION: Purchaser shall receive possession of property at closing.
CONFIRMATION: Selling subject to owner's confirmation.
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