Pleasant Grove Homestead

Ranch Description

Welcome to Pleasant Grove Homestead, a 21.37 +/- acre farm with a 3 bedroom 1 bathroom home built in 1912.

Land

This property consists of over 100 feet of elevation changes and more than half of the acreage in hardwoods. This acreage would make a great weekend recreational getaway or a hobby farm. Deer and turkeys are plentiful in this area.

Improvements

This property offers a rare opportunity to restore a classic farmhouse on 21 scenic acres near historic Pleasant Grove. The home is being sold as-is but has great potential to be transformed into a charming country retreat. The surrounding land is ideal for hunting, recreation, or building your dream home. With two water meters already in place and electricity on site, the groundwork is set for your vision. This property is being sold nearly 30,000 under appraised value.

History

Pleasant Grove, Kansas, was a small rural community established in the 1850S, located just south of Lawrence in Douglas County. It holds historical significance as the site where the first organized German Baptist group in the county convened in 1858 at the home of Stephen Studebaker. During the turbulent times of the Civil War, Pleasant Grove narrowly escaped destruction during Quantrill's Raid in 1863, although several homes and barns in the area were burned. The town saw modest development, with the establishment of a post office in 1875 and the construction of Kansas's first German Baptist meeting house in 1877. By 1910, the population had dwindled to 45, and the post office closed in 1900. Today, Pleasant Grove is considered a ghost town, but its legacy endures through local landmarks and the surrounding countryside. Wikipedia, Legends of Kansas, Kiddle Location

This great property is conveniently located 9 miles to Lawrence, 11 to Baldwin City, and 35 miles to the Kansas City Metro area, peaceful rural living with all the amenities you desire close by. Give the listing agent a call today for a tour of this farm.