The John L. Christman Estate Land Auction
Wooded Recreational Tracts • Timber • Hunting • Nature
SATURDAY, MAY 9, 2026 @ 11:00 AM
Location: Generations Complex | 47115 Black Walnut Parkway, Woodsfield, OH 43793
The Investor and Outdoorsman Opportunity of the Year
· ABSOLUTE AUCTION: 1,850+/- ACRES. 17 TRACTS. ONE DAY. Selling to Highest Bidder!
· Rare Generational Offering: The Land Auction of 2026
· Own the Wild: 1,850 +/- Acres of Pure Outdoor Freedom Across 4 Counties
· 17 High-Value Timber Tracts
· The Investment and Hunt of a Lifetime Starts Here
· Massive Land Liquidation
· Investors Dream with additional split opportunities available on many tracts for buyers.
· Escape the Ordinary: Wooded Retreats, Rock Outcroppings & Water Features across varied terrain
· Timberland Perfect for weekend getaways and recreational use.
MONROE CO. (892+/- Ac): 11 Tracts including a Residential Home (Tract 1) and a 197-acre Farm with a 2-story bank barn (Tract 8).
NOBLE CO. (508+/- Ac): 3 Wooded/Timberland recreational tracts.
WASHINGTON CO. (348+/- Ac): 2 Wooded/Timberland recreational tracts.
BELMONT CO. (137+/- Ac): 1 Wooded/Timberland recreational tract.
TERMS & INSPECTION
Walk the Land: You are welcome to walk the tracts at your risk and leisure (no motorized vehicles).
Terms: 10% Buyer’s Premium. 10% non-refundable down payment. Balance by June 15, 2026.
Note: Sold AS-IS. Mineral rights do not convey. Live and Simulcast bidding available.
Auctioneers Note: All properties appear to have harvestable timber and minimal hunting sign in recent years. Buyers are encouraged to verify by viewing properties. Please be confident of boundaries and respect neighbors’ boundaries.
Owner: Estate of John L. Christman (Monroe County Probate #2021 EST 10954, Elizabeth L. Glick, Admin.)
CONTACT THE AUCTIONEERS
United Country Real Estate & Auction Services, LLC
Chip Carpenter (Auctioneer/Broker): 740-965-1208
Ryan Rogers (Broker): 614-893-3843
Ryan Biltz (Auctioneer/Agent): 330-696-3716
United Country Smithberger Realty and Auction, LLC
United Country Real Estate and Auction Services, LLC
Chip Carpenter Broker/Auctioneer | Melissa Smithberger Broker/Auctioneer
740-965-1208 | 614-206-1135 | 740-213-4037
Owner: Estate of John L. Christman Monroe County Probate # 2021 EST 10954
Elizabeth L. Glick, Esq. Administrator
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Pursuant to the pre-auction sale bills and applicable law, THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS REPLACE AND SUPERSEDE ALL PRIOR TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ANY NATURE, WHETHER WRITTEN, VERBAL, OR OTHERWISE. IT IS THE BIDDER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO BE FAMILIAR WITH THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS. By registering for this auction and placing a bid, bidder acknowledges that these terms and conditions have been disclosed to bidder, and bidder agrees to be bound by these terms and conditions. Property sells at absolute auction with no reserve.
1. Buyer to pay a Ten Percent (10%) NONREFUNDABLE down payment (payable to Talon Title Agency) upon execution of the purchase agreement, to be applied on the purchase price at closing, or retained by Seller if the closing does not occur. Balance of payment shall be made by wire transfer or certified funds or as directed by the title company. The closing which shall occur on or before June 15, 2026 . Real estate taxes shall be prorated to the day of closing based upon the most recent available tax rate and valuation. All tax pro ration shall be final at the time of closing. Seller will not pay CAUV recoupment. Survey: The survey will be at the Seller’s expense and any issues regarding the survey will be at the Seller’s discretion. Seller will pay for conveyance fee, owner’s policy of title insurance from a title agency of Seller’s choosing, Seller's portion of title agency closing fee not to exceed $300.00 dollars, and fiduciary deed preparation only. Closing and title commitment to be by Talon Title Agency. Seller will pay no other closing costs. The owner’s policy of title insurance shall contain all standard exceptions, as listed in the title commitment.
2. There will be a Ten Percent (10%) Buyer’s Premium added to the accepted final high bid price to establish total contract price. Bidders hereby understand that the Buyer’s Premium shall be added to the winning bid to create the Total Contract Price for which they are obligated to pay.
3. All real property and improvements are selling in their present “AS IS” condition with no warranties expressed or implied by Seller or Seller’s agent. No representations have been made by Seller or Seller’s agent with regard to fitness of the real property or improvements for a particular use or any particular Buyer’s development plans. It is Buyer’s responsibility to have any inspection Buyer desires completed prior to auction. It is the Buyer’s responsibility to pay for and obtain any and all due diligence inspections and inquiries as to feasibility of Buyer’s intended development plans prior to bidding. Smithberger Realty and Auction, LLC/United Country Real Estate and Auction Services, LLC, and all agents associated, represent only the Seller in this transaction. Successful Buyers shall sign an agency disclosure form acknowledging that Smithberger Realty and Auction, LLC/United Country Real Estate and Auction Services, LLC and its associated agents are working on behalf of the Seller.
4. All prospective Buyers who desire to participate in the auction must register prior to bidding and must then provide such personal information as requested by the auctioneer. Online Bidders have the ability to register 30 days prior to the auction and we encourage bidders to do so. Online Bidders registering after the auction has started may result in your registration not being processed and approved prior to your desired tract being sold. Realtor cooperation is welcome; Realtor cooperation is welcome; however, you are responsible for registering your clients 48 hours prior to sale and emailing a signed agency disclosure to chip@ucrealestateandauction.com, showing the property to your clients and attend the auction. The co-op commission is 3%. If bidders registered less than 48 hours from the time the auction commences, the co-op commission is 1%. No exceptions.
5. Each successful bidder will be required to immediately execute a legally binding real estate purchase contract and deposit with the auctioneer the down payment described above. Online Bidders shall E-Sign the real estate purchase contract the day of sale and have down payment wired to Talon Title Agency by no later than May 11, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. EST. In case of conflict with these terms and conditions, the terms and conditions in the signed real estate purchase contract shall control.
6. Please view the posted title commitment for any questions on easements, rights of way, leases etc. Any reports, disclosures, letters or other documents from third parties are deemed reliable but not guaranteed by seller nor Smithberger Realty and Auction, LLC/ United County Real Estate and Auction Services LLC.
7. Any personal property left on the grounds of the real estate as of the date of closing becomes the property of the buyer of the real estate. Buyer will assume all responsibility and costs associated with these items as of the date of closing except items owned by tenants.
8. All information contained in this brochure and all related material came from sources deemed reliable. It is buyers responsibility to confirm details provided are accurate.
9. Possession: Possession will be given at the time of closing.
10. Online/Simulcast bidding is subject to technology faults and issues which are outside the control of the auction company. Bidders are encouraged to use the “Maximum Bid” feature on the bidding platform and lock in their maximum bid amount if they are concerned about technology failure during the auction. The Seller and/or Auction Company reserves the right to pause the online auction bidding in the event of any internal or external technology failure to preserve the integrity of the auction event and maintain a fair and impartial bidding environment.
11. Bidder acknowledges and understands that online bidding may or may not function correctly the day of the auction. To the end, bidders are encouraged to attend the live auction. Under no circumstances shall Bidder have any kind of claim against Smithberger Realty and Auction,LLC/United Country Real Estate and Auction Services, LLC, or anyone else if the Internet service fails or any other technology malfunctions occur before or during the auction. Auction conduct and bidding increments are at the direction and discretion of the auctioneer. All decisions of the auctioneer are final.
12. Once the bidder profile has been created auction company will send new bidder a copy of the posted terms and conditions through an E-Signature platform. Bidder must read and electronically sign the terms and conditions. Upon receipt by the auctioneer bidding privileges will be turned on by the auctioneer. Seller’s may at their sole discretion request additional registration requirements from bidder’s unknown to them or the auction company.
13. MINERAL RIGHTS DO NOT CONVEY WITH THE REAL ESTATE.
United Country Real Estate and Auction Services, LLC
Smithberger Realty and Auction
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Tract1: 0.39+/- acres village of woodsfield center township 121 n. Paul st gps coordinates 39.764350,-81.113950parcel05-...
Tract2: 33+/- acres center township morris ridge rd gps coordinates 39.792559,-81.115194 parcel04-008014-0000 33+/- a...
Tract3: 60 +/- acres green township bondi ridge rd gps coordinates 39.735541,-81.032281 parcel09-001003-0000 tract 3 ...
Tract4: 75 +/- acres center township township rd 626 gps coordinates 39.695606, -81.119352 parcel04-047001-0000 parcel...
Tract5: 173+/- acres graysville and perry townships mann rd gps coordinates 39.664312,-81.145098 parcel16-012005-0000...
Tract6: 81 +/- acres graysville township 38286 winland rd,graysville, oh 45734 gps coordinates 39.652123,-81.166475 par...
Tract7: 53+/- acres wayne township 35121 edwina rd,woodsfield, oh 43793 gps coordinates 39.723525,-81.187060 parcel32-0...
Tract8: 202+/- acres wayne and summit townships 44955 township rd272 gps coordinates 39.749019,-81.187776 parcel22-025...
Tract9: 45+/- acres summit township township rd 272 gps coordinates 39.750413,-81.190022 parcel22-019001-0000 parcel22...
Tract10: 93+/- acres summit township township rd 55 gps coordinates 39.794641, -81.200080 parcel22-008003-0000 93± acr...
Tract11: 75 +/- acres malaga township miltonsburg-calaisrd gps coordinates 39.839667,-81.209671 parcel12-005011-0000 ...
Tract12: 246+/- acres stock township buckingham rd gps coordinates 39.762992,-81.328853 parcel34-0021448.000 parcel34-0...
Tract13: 135 +/- acres elk township ayers ridge rd gps coordinates 39.664867, -81.292338 parcel10-0021289.000 parcel10-...
Tract14: 128 +/- acres olive township cr 7 rear gps coordinates 39.702183, -81.511071 parcel 28-0021685.000 parcel28-002...
Tract15: 133 +/- acres salem and aurelius townships peaker run rd gps coordinates39.583987, -81.412264 parcel030006960...
Tract16: 206+/- acres wesley and decatur townships c59 or big run rd gps coordinates39.360136, -81.828455 parcel090040...
Tract17: 137+/- acres washington township e. Brown peavinerd gps coordinates 39.875786,-80.943583 parcel43-00737.000 1...