The Dawson County Register of Deeds has released its weekly report detailing real estate transactions. This report covers the period ending Friday, October 24, highlighting several property sales across the county, including transactions in Overton, Gothenburg, and Lexington. The recorded revenue from these sales provides a snapshot of the local property market.
Key Takeaways
- Multiple property sales were recorded across Dawson County.
- Transactions occurred in Overton, Gothenburg, and Lexington.
- Total reported revenue from these specific sales exceeded $6,600.
- A significant sale involved over 640 acres to Eagle Creek Farm Properties, Inc.
Overton Sees Residential Property Transfers
One notable transaction in the Village of Overton involved Jerad and Latisha Morse transferring property to John and Dona McCarter. This particular parcel is located approximately 450 feet south of the northeast corner of Section 24, in Township 9 North, Range 20 West of the 6th P.M., Dawson County.
The property measures 90 feet by 217 feet. The recorded revenue for this sale was $278.40, indicating a specific valuation for the land transfer within the village.
Did You Know?
Real estate revenue stamps, often calculated based on a percentage of the property's sale price, are a common method for states and counties to generate funds from property transfers. These fees contribute to local government operations.
Gothenburg Experiences Multiple Sales
The City of Gothenburg saw several real estate transactions during the reporting period. Shana Roberts, acting as guardian/conservator for Jean Gruber, sold Lots 3 and 4 in Block 36 of the First Addition to the City of Gothenburg. The buyers were Shantel T. English-Magana and Hosea L. Magana, with a recorded revenue of $232.00.
Another transaction in Gothenburg involved William J. and Jena Rahjes selling Lot 4 and the North 60 feet of the West 20 feet of Lot 3 in the Speck and Knoles Subdivision. Saraid Brock and Daniel Nesslein acquired this property, generating $371.20 in revenue.
Hyde Park Addition Sees Activity
Raymond M. Armstrong completed a sale to Jourdin K. Shepard in the Hyde Park Addition of Gothenburg. This transaction included the West 70 feet of the South 20 feet of Lot 6, along with the West 70 feet of Lots 7, 8, 9, and 10. It also encompassed a vacated 10-foot strip of alley located along the west side of these lots in Block 9. This comprehensive sale resulted in $243.60 in revenue.
Lexington Reports Residential and Farm Land Sales
In the City of Lexington, Glen L. Robinson transferred Lot 31, excluding the West 7 feet thereof, in the Westhaven Addition to Kyle Baumgartner. This residential property sale generated $533.60 in revenue for the county.
Catherine A. Seberger, acting as the personal representative of the estate of Doran G. Post, deceased, sold Lots 5 in the Woodlawn Addition to the City of Lexington to Salvador Mendez and Rosalia Vazquez. This particular sale contributed $301.60 in revenue.
Understanding Revenue Stamps
The revenue figures mentioned in these reports typically refer to documentary stamp taxes or transfer taxes collected by the county. These taxes are often calculated based on the purchase price of the property and are a standard part of real estate transactions in many jurisdictions, including Dawson County.
Major Agricultural Land Transfer Recorded
A significant transaction involved Jeffrey W. and Becky J. Marshall selling a large parcel of agricultural land to Eagle Creek Farm Properties, Inc. This substantial sale encompassed all of Section 1, Township 11 North, Range 21, West of the 6th P.M., located within Dawson County.
This single transaction generated the highest reported revenue for the week at $4,714.24. Such large-scale land transfers often reflect investments in agriculture or rural development within the region.
"The consistent reporting of these transactions provides transparency in the local property market and helps track economic activity within Dawson County," noted a local observer familiar with real estate trends.
Overall Market Activity
The combined revenue from these specific transactions for the week totaled $6,644.64. This figure represents the transfer taxes collected on the reported sales, offering an indication of the volume and value of properties changing hands in Dawson County during the period ending October 24.
The variety of properties, ranging from residential lots in town to large agricultural sections, demonstrates a diverse real estate market within the county. These weekly reports are crucial for residents, investors, and local government in understanding property trends and local economic health.
- Total Reported Revenue: $6,644.64
- Number of Transactions Highlighted: 7
- Areas Covered: Overton, Gothenburg, Lexington
The Dawson County Register of Deeds continues to provide these updates, offering valuable insight into the dynamic real estate landscape of Central Nebraska.
