MCDONOUGH COUNTY, IL LAND AUCTION - SPOON RIVER
Tuesday, November 3, 2026 - 10:00 AM Central
Auction to be conducted as a live, online auction. If you need assistance with internet bidding, please contact our office at
LOCATION
McDonough County, Illinois
Physical Address: 208 South Johnson Street, Macomb, IL 61455
SELLER
Spoon River College
MANAGED BY
Michael Sullivan (309) 333-0916
Louie Zinn (319) 795-2314
OPEN HOUSE
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 • 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
GENERAL INFORMATION
1.44 acres± • 1 tract
This historic brick building was the home to Spoon River College for many years. This 3-story building would be a prime candidate for apartments, office space, private schooling or assisted living renovation. Located just southwest of the square, it offers a prime location with excellent parking. The potential is endless! Make sure and take a tour at our OPEN HOUSE.
AUCTION BROCHURE
INTERNET BIDDING CATALOGS
TRACT INFORMATION
- 1.44 acres±
- Historic 3-story Brick Building in Macomb, IL
- Former Macomb High School & Spoon River College
- Ideal candidate for conversion to apartments, assisted living, healthcare, office space - the possibilities are endless
- Hydraulic Elevator provides access to all floors (currently not in working order)
- Centralized Automation & Controls for HVAC - each floor has its own Air Handling Units w/ each classroom & office having its own thermostat
- Wide stairways on north & south sides of the building
- Restrooms on all floors
- Each floor is comprised of different sized offices & classrooms
- Other spaces include auditorium, shop area & large stairway entry off of Johnson St.
- Parking lots on north & south side of building
- Open House: Tuesday, October 13 from 4:00 - 6:00 P.M.
- Access is along the east side by Johnson St., north side by Washington St. & along the south side by Jefferson St.
METHOD & TERMS
The property will be sold for the “lump sum” total dollar amount. Immediately following the auction, the successful buyer will be required to sign a real estate sales contract and pay ten percent (10%) of the purchase price as a non-refundable down payment which will be held in escrow until closing. The balance of the purchase price will be due at closing on or before December 2, 2026. The seller will provide title insurance in the full amount of the purchase price. The property is currently exempt from RE taxes, therefore there will be no proration. The new buyer will be responsible for future RE taxes, if applicable. Possession will be given at closing. Bidding is NOT subject to any contingencies, including but not limited to financing, an appraisal or inspection of the property. All announcements made sale day take precedence over prior advertising either written or oral. The information in our brochure, in our advertisements and on our website is believed to be accurate; however, no liability for its accuracy, errors or omissions is assumed. All lines drawn on maps, photographs, drone video, etc. are approximate. Buyers should verify the information to their satisfaction. There are no expressed or implied warranties made by the seller or Sullivan Auctioneers pertaining to this property. Real estate is being sold “AS IS”.
INTERACTIVE MAP
Spoon River College
Representing Attorney:
Kenneth M. Florey, Partner | Robbins Schwartz
190 S. LaSalle St., Suite 2550, Chicago, Illinois 60603 | (312) 332-7760
Auction Managers:
Michael Sullivan (309) 333-0916
Louie Zinn (319) 795-2314