Allegan County, Michigan
2024 Land Sales Report
Land values in Allegan County continued their upward trend throughout 2024, but early data from 2025 suggests the market may be moving toward stabilization.
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Request a Land Values ReportAverage Price of Land*
$8,574/acre
Jan. – Dec. 2024*
As high as $16,756/acre
in 2024*
Land Market Commentary & Local Trends
Overall, the average price of farmland was $8,574/acre and the price per productivity index point was $161.17 in 2024 based on the sales data. It is important to note that in 2024 there have been farmland sales as high as $16,756 per acre.
Since 1977, the Geswein Farm & Land Team has been advising landowners to be stewards of the land and make decisions based on most current, accurate, and relevant data. The information in this report can provide you with a rough estimate of your property’s value; however, understanding the specific characteristics of your property and how they compare to the other sales will provide the most accurate value of your property. Additionally, properties sold by land brokers via auctions or listings consistently outperformed individual to individual transactions and properties sold by traditional home realtors.
By The Numbers
According to Land.com, Allegan County, located in the scenic Southwest Michigan region, covers 1,833 square miles and ranks as the 14th largest county in the state. Known for its strong manufacturing base and related services, the area also offers a vibrant rural real estate market. Recently, about 3,000 acres—valued at roughly $318 million—were listed for sale here, making it the seventh-highest county in Michigan for total acreage on the market. Among all the communities in the county, the city of Allegan currently leads with the most land available for sale.
The most recent USDA farmland census reveals that Allegan County, Michigan, has 1,120 farms as of 2022, covering approximately 209,410 acres–a slight decline from 2017 in both numbers and land area. The average farm spans about 187 acres, with a considerable portion operated by female producers across roughly 70,600 acres. Farmland in the county is predominantly cropland (about 74%), alongside pasture, woodland, and other agricultural uses. Farms embrace a variety of conservation practices: about 15% use no-till methods, 18% use reduced tillage, 22% rely on intensive tillage, and 13% plant cover crops.
Overview of Allegan County Agriculture
Location and Geography: Allegan County is in Southwest Michigan, bordered by Lake Michigan to the west and situated between the cities of Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo. Covering about 1,833 square miles, it features a mix of sandy lakeshore, fertile farmland, rolling hills, and forested areas.
Major Crops:
- Corn: a leading crop in Allegan County, thriving in its fertile soils and supporting both grain and livestock feed markets.
- Soybeans: another major crop, valued for their versatility in food products, animal feed, and industrial uses.
- Wheat: production contributes to the county’s agricultural diversity, with both winter and spring varieties grown.
- Blueberries: a signature specialty crop, benefiting from the county’s sandy soils and ideal climate, making Allegan a top-producing area in Michigan.
- Hay: widely grown to support the region’s livestock operations, especially dairy and beef cattle farms.
Allegan County, Michigan, is a diverse and productive agricultural region, with its fertile soils and favorable climate supporting a wide range of crops and livestock. Corn and soybeans dominate the fields, while wheat, hay, and specialty crops like blueberries add diversity to the landscape. Farms vary in size, with many family-owned operations maintaining traditional practices while also incorporating modern, sustainable techniques such as no-till, reduced tillage, and cover cropping to protect soil health and improve yields. Livestock, including cattle, hogs, and poultry, also play an important role in the county’s agricultural economy, complementing the robust crop production.
The land market in Allegan County reflects the value of its productive farmland, with steady interest from both local farmers and investors looking for high-quality acreage. Parcels with established crops, good soil, and reliable water access tend to attract the most attention. While the market isn’t always fast-moving, there is consistent demand, particularly for farms that offer expansion potential or are already optimized for row crops or specialty production. This combination of fertile land, diverse agriculture, and steady market interest makes Allegan County a sought-after area for both crop and livestock operations.
History & Background of Allegan County, Michigan
County Seat: Allegan
Townships: Casco / Dorr / Fillmore / Ganges / Gun Plain / Heath / Hopkins / Laketown / Lee / Leighton / Manlius / Martin / Monterey / Otsego / Overisel / Salem / Saugatuck / Trowbridge / Valley / Watson / Wayland
History: Established in 1831; Named by Michigan historian Rowe Schoolcraft.
Population: 120,502
Cities & Towns: Allegan / Holland / Otsego / Fennville / Saugatuck / Wayland / Douglas / Hamilton / South Haven / Hamilton / Ganges / Casco / Hopkins / Fillmore / Dorr / Gun Plain / Laketown / Lee / Leighton / Manlius / Martin / Monterey / Overisel / Salem / Trowbridge / Valley / Watson
Acreage: 1,173,120
According to the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS), the following crop statistics have been reported for Allegan County, Michigan.
The 2022 Ag Census for Allegan County, Michigan, reported the following crop statistics:
Number of farms: 534
Land in farms (acres): 223,423
Average farm size (acres): 418
Total market value of products sold: $143,343,000
Government payments: $3,285,000
Farm-related income: $7,345,000
Total farm production expenses: $100,613,000
Net cash farm income: $53,360,000
Sources / Citations:
Source 1:
“United States Department of Agriculture.” USDA, www.nass.usda.gov/Statistics_by_State/Michigan/Publications/County_Estimates/index.php#:~:text=Access%20Quick%20Stats%20Lite,to%20NASS%20Surveys%20and%20Programs. Accessed 2 July 2025.
Source 2:
“USDA.” 2022 Census of Agriculture County Profile, www.nass.usda.gov/Publications/AgCensus/2022/Online_Resources/County_Profiles/michigan/cp26005.pdf. Accessed 2 July 2025.
*The transaction and land sales data/information contained in this report was obtained from publicly available sources and sales disclosures deemed accurate and reliable but not guaranteed, no liability for accuracy, errors or omissions is assumed by Geswein Farm & Land Realty, LLC
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