Auction: Tract 1 – Gardner Trust – 152 +/- Acres – Lyon County, KS
Auction: Tract 1 – Gardner Trust – 152 +/- Acres – Lyon County, KS
On behalf of the Daniel R. and Virginia L. Gardner Trust, we proudly introduce these Lyon County parcels to public that will be sold via online auction. These properties have been in the same family since the 1800's but the time has come for the next chapter and opportunity is knocking. Whether you’re searching for that rare rural residence on small acreage, are adding to your ag operation or desire a recreational getaway, we’ve got options for you here. These tracts are located north of Lamont and due west of Burlington, approximately 3 miles west of the Lyon/Coffey County line in southeast Lyon County.
We will offer these properties in four parcels or combinations thereof. Tract 1 will be 152 +/- acres that does not include the residence. Tract 2 will be the residence and approximately 8 acres more or less. Tract 3 will be the combination of Tracts 1 and 2 which will be the residence and approximately 160 acres more or less. Tract 4 will be 160 +/- acres that consists of premium Native grass hay meadow and ponds. Tract 4 is being offered individually only.
This online auction will begin at Noon on May 19th and begin closing at 10:00 A.M. on May 21st, 2026. The closing schedule for each tract is as follows:
OPEN HOUSE to be held Thursday, May 7th, 2026 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at 322 Rd W, Hartford, Kansas.
Tract 1 consists of 152 acres more or less consisting of mixed grass meadow, timber and a large pond. This tract does not include the residence. In recent years, this parcel has been a productive brome hay meadow. There is still brome on the property but the new owner will likely want to re-plant some areas in brome or transition it back to cropland which was what it had been used for in the past. The majority of this tract is conducive to cropland production featuring Class 2 and 3 soils including Kenoma and Elmont varieties. Please refer to the “Related Documents” section within this listing on our website to review the entirety of the soil map.
This property also possesses multiple attributes that will appeal to Buyers seeking a recreational getaway, whether you enjoy hunting or fishing. Located in the highly reputable Kansas Deer Management Unit 14, this parcel is bisected by a heavily wooded draw that flanks the creek that winds through the property from west to east. The deer sign in this area is very evident and this property has tremendous upside with the addition of foodplots and/or feeders. Located in the southeast quadrant of the property is a sizable pond consisting of in excess of 2 acres. This pond has a substantial population of bass and bluegill currently and has had catfish in it in the past according to the Sellers.
Potential buyers will appreciate the location which is conveniently situated in an area not far from Burlington, Madison, Hartford and Emporia. From the east boundary, it’s only 2.5 miles east to the pavement of Angus Rd. which is the Lyon/Coffey County line that runs north to Hartford, continuing north to I-35. Approximate driving distances are as follows…
Madison- 13 miles
Burlington- 13 miles
Hartford- 10 miles
Emporia- 27 miles
I-35- 19 miles
Again, this tract is being offered individually and in combination with adjoining Tract 2 that contains the residence and the balance of the quarter section. The properties will sell in whichever format garners the most proceeds. The high bids of Tracts 1 & 2 will be added together and a $25,000 escalator will be added to establish the starting bid for Tract 3.
Please contact Cameron Roth at 785-917-0867 for more details or to setup a tour.
Brief Legal Description: A tract containing 152 acres, more or less, in Section 20, Township 21 South, Range 13 East of the 6th P.M., Lyon County, Kansas.
Property Location: The intersection of Road 30 and Road W.
Driving Directions: From Hartford, take Road Z south for 7 miles and turn west on Road 30. Proceed 2.5 miles and the property begins on the north side of the road.
Minerals: Whatever minerals the Sellers possess at closing shall transfer to the Buyer.
Closing & Possession: Full possession shall be at closing, on or before June 23, 2026.
Earnest Money: $30,000 due on day of sale.
Estimated Property Tax: $945.05
Disclaimer: Yellow boundary property lines in the pictures are approximated for reference only. Please refer to the aerial map provided by the Lyon County Appraiser's office in reference to property lines.
