Trusted Farmland Real Estate Services:

Sell My Land or Find Farmland for Sale with Confidence

Your farmland isn’t just a piece of ground—it’s an investment, a legacy, and a valuable property with real financial potential. Whether you’re selling land that’s been in the family for generations or buying your first parcel, we’re here to help you make the most confident and informed decisions possible.

At Hertz Farm Management and Hertz Real Estate Services, we specialize exclusively in farmland and rural property sales across the Midwest. Our licensed professionals bring decades of agricultural expertise, local market insight, and a deep respect for the land.

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Why Choose Hertz as Your Farmland Real Estate Partner

Since 1946, we’ve helped thousands of landowners and investors buy and sell farmland with clarity and peace of mind. Our approach combines:

Flexible, Client-First Approach Every property is different, and so is every landowner. We listen closely to your goals and craft a strategy that reflects your priorities—whether that’s timeline, discretion, value, or family dynamics.	Certified, Locally Based Land Professionals Our agents live in the communities they serve and bring firsthand knowledge of local land values and trends. Many also hold the Accredited Land Consultant (ALC) designation, the gold standard in rural real estate.	Deep Agricultural Roots With decades of experience in rural property sales, we understand the land from the ground up—because we’ve walked it, worked it, and helped others steward it for generations.
Data-Driven Market Strategies We leverage historical sales data, local insights, and real-time market trends to develop pricing strategies and promotional plans that align with current demand and deliver results.	Proven Results Across Generations Whether you're settling an estate, reinvesting for tax advantages, or selling land that’s been in the family for decades, our team has the experience and track record to guide you through it successfully.	Full-Service Transactional Support From the first consultation to closing day, we manage every step of the process so you don’t have to. That includes marketing, negotiations, paperwork, and coordination with legal and financial professionals.

What Our Clients Are Saying

Selling a Farm Through Hybrid Auction James Gould shares his experience working with Hertz Real Estate Services to sell his farm through a Hybrid Auction—a method that brought together in-person and online bidders for a competitive sale. Learn More

Investing in Farmland with Hertz Brent Haverkamp talks through how Haverkamp Group and Hertz Farm Management have been able to work together to expand their portfolio and invest in farmland all across the Midwest. Learn More

Moving a Family Operation to the Midwest Learn how Hertz partnered with the Terhune family to relocate their farming operation 900 miles across the country and helped them set up a farming legacy built to last across generations. Learn More

Search Land and Farmland for Sale

Whether you’re looking to expand your operation, invest in income-producing land, or secure the right property for your future plans, we make your search straightforward and stress-free. Explore our current land and property for sale, including farmland listings, upcoming auctions, and one-chance sealed bid sales to see what’s available in your area.

Want to know how much your property is worth or better understand today’s land market? Browse recent sale results to gain insight into land values and local trends—all in one convenient place.

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Land Sales, Auctions, and Property Marketing Services

• Traditional Private Listings: Ideal when timing allows and discretion matters. We market your farm using customized brochures, digital listings, and direct outreach to reach qualified buyers. You stay in control of the process with our expert negotiation support.
  • Best for: Flexibility and targeted exposure
  • Advantages: Buyer screening, term control, negotiable timeline
• Public Auctions: Create urgency and attract competitive bidding. Public auctions are efficient, transparent, and ideal for farms with strong local interest or when multiple buyers are likely. We manage every detail—from marketing and on-site logistics to bidder engagement and contracts.
  • Best for: Timely sales in competitive markets, open and transparent forum
  • Advantages: Set timeline, fair market value, full-service delivery
• One-Chance Sealed Bid Sales: This private, controlled method is perfect when confidentiality is important and when timeliness still matters. We promote your property, distribute bid packets, and manage the sealed bid process with professionalism.
  • Best for: Confidential, timely sales, with openness to multiple participants
  • Advantages: Privacy, set timeline, fair bidding, seller control
• Farmland Acquisitions: Looking to buy land or invest in farm property? We offer buyer representation, property search services, and negotiation guidance. Whether you're a first-time buyer or expanding your current operation, we help you make informed investments.
• 1031 Tax-Deferred Exchanges: Reinvest the value of your property and defer capital gains taxes. We’ll guide you through the process, working alongside your legal and tax advisors to ensure a compliant and smooth transaction.

Our Farmland Sale Process: What to Expect

Here’s what you can expect when you work with Hertz to sell your farm.

Midwest Land Experts with National Reach

Our farmland real estate professionals live and work in the rural communities they serve. Many hold the prestigious Accredited Land Consultant (ALC) designation through the REALTORS® Land Institute—signifying advanced knowledge in agricultural land transactions.

We also stay up to date through continuous education, participation in national land networks, and boots-on-the-ground field experience. Our in-house experts, including Doug Hensley, President of Hertz Real Estate Services, regularly share insights on farmland values and market trends to help you stay ahead.

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Let’s put your land goals into action. Whether you’re ready to buy, sell, or just exploring your options, we’re here to help.

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