Sold for $1.7 Million: Why LASTBIDrealestate Is the Right Choice for Selling Your Agricultural Land
If you own farmland and you’re wondering how to get the best possible return when it’s time to sell, the numbers from our recent Sheridan, Michigan auction tell the story better than we ever could.
The results speak for themselves
Earlier this year, LASTBIDrealestate (LBRE) took 153 acres of agricultural land in Sheridan, Michigan to auction, offered as four individual parcels or as a full package. Here’s what happened:
That’s not luck. That’s what happens when the right property meets the right marketing strategy, the right bidding platform, and a team that knows how to bring serious buyers to the table.
Why auction works so well for Agricultural Land
Farmland is a unique asset. It attracts a specific pool of buyers — active farmers looking to expand, investors seeking stable long-term returns, and neighbors who’ve been waiting for a chance to add adjoining acreage. Traditional listings can leave value on the table because they rely on a single asking price and a slow negotiation process.
Auctions flip that model. Instead of guessing at a number, you let real demand set the price. Offering land in multiple parcels — like we did in Sheridan, where buyers could purchase individually or as a package across four parcels — creates additional competition. Someone who only wants one parcel can bid alongside someone who wants all four, and the property naturally finds its true market value.
What LBRE brings to the table
A platform built for competition. Our online bidding system lets buyers from across the state and beyond compete in real time. The Sheridan auction pulled in over 4,000 views and 13 active bidders — a level of exposure that’s difficult to generate through a traditional for-sale listing.
Flexible parcel structuring. Splitting land into individual parcels with a package option maximizes your buyer pool. It’s a strategy that takes experience to execute well, and it’s one of the reasons the Sheridan sale performed as strongly as it did.
Targeted marketing. Getting the right eyes on a property — local farmers, land investors, real estate developers, and neighboring landowners — takes more than a sign in the ground. Our team builds direct mail campaigns, digital advertising, and outreach specifically aimed at the buyers most likely to bid.
A track record with agricultural and rural properties. From row crop ground to hop farms to multi-parcel estates, LBRE has handled the complexities that come with selling farmland, including court-approval processes when needed and coordination with local agents who know the region.
A team that’s with you the entire way. Selling land isn’t just about listing it — it’s about managing the process from valuation through closing, so you know exactly what to expect at every step.
Thinking about selling your Agricultural Land?
If you own farmland, recreational acreage, or rural property and you’re wondering what it’s really worth, an auction may be the fastest and best way to find out — and the results in Sheridan show what’s possible when it’s done right.
Have a property to sell? Let our experienced team help you maximize results and turn your assets into SOLD.
Contact LASTBIDrealestate today to talk through your property and see what an auction could mean for your bottom line.
