Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 10:00 am Central — SELLING ON-SITE: 16725 County Road 31, Centre, AL
Centre, Cherokee County, AL
OWNER FINANCING
(2) Metal Buildings situated on a 2.16-acre Lot
(2) Brand New Single-wide Manufactured Homes, each on a 3± acre Lot
36± Recreational Lots with access to World Famous Weiss Lake at 3 Mile Creek to be SOLD ABSOLUTE
County Water—Boat Ramp—Deep Water
Property located just off Cherokee Co Rd 31 at the 3 Mile Bridge
Auction to be conducted ON-SITE under the DEMPSEY Tent
(2) 120’x40’ Metal Buildings situated on 2.16-acre Lot:
Building “A”: This 120’x40’ Metal Building offers a 1440 sq ft unfinished living quarters with plumbed bath & kitchen, all electrical in place, (2) Roll Up Doors (10’x10’ and 11’x10’), covered porch, 20’x35’ equipment shed, and (7) 12’x40′ Covered Storage Spaces
Building “B”: This 120’x40’ Metal Building offers (10) 12’x40’ Covered Storage Spaces
- Property is fenced
- County Water
- Gravel Parking
- Unlimited Additional Storage Spaces
- Weiss Lake Access by Common Area with Dock & Boat Ramp
This property is a Ready-Set-Go Operation for any type of contractor, builder, landscaper, or storage vendor.
(2) Brand New Single Wide Manufactured Homes:
NEW 3-Bedroom Manufactured Home (Green) on 2.95 acres located at 16605 County Road 31: This 1280 sq ft Home features Living Room; Kitchen with NEW Amana appliances; dining area, master bedroom (12’x14’) with master bath boasting a tub/shower combination and walk-in closet; bedroom (10’x14’); bedroom (10’x10’); Full bath with tub/shower combo; utility room with washer and dryer connections; LVP flooring throughout and central heat and air.
- County Water
- Permanent Foundation
- FULL warranty for the new owner that begins at closing
- Weiss Lake Access by Common Area with Dock & Boat Ramp
NEW 3-Bedroom Manufactured Home (Tan) on 3.1 acres located at 16655 County Road 31: This 1280 sq ft Home features Living Room; Kitchen with NEW Amana appliances; dining area, master bedroom (12’x14’) with master bath boasting a tub/shower combination and walk-in closet; bedroom (10’ X14’); bedroom (10’x10’); Full bath with tub/shower combo; utility room with washer and dryer connections; LVP flooring throughout and central heat and air.
- County Water
- Permanent Foundation
- FULL warranty for the new owner that begins at closing
- Weiss Lake Access by Common Area with Dock and Boat Ramp
(36) Lake Access Recreational Lots:
- 36 Off-Water Lots with Lake Access by Common Area with Dock and Boat Ramp
- County Water is available to each Tract
- The Lots will be offered in Tracts, Combinations of Tracts, or as a Whole.
ALL 36 Recreation Lots to be SOLD at ABSOLUTE AUCTION Regardless of Price.
Excellent water access lots affording incredible views, gentle terrain, world-class fishing, boating, and all water activities in one of Weiss Lake’s most desirable areas.
Centre, Cherokee County, AL
(2) Waterfront Building Lots in The Landings at Little River
County Water – Incredible Views
The property will SELL from Cotton Patch Cove on CR 31 just past the 3 Mile Bridge
The Landings at River Run
- (2) Waterfront Lots: [Click Here for Survey]
- 1.45± acre (Lot 15 – PIN #23692)
- 1.46± acre (Lot 16 – PIN #23695)
- [Click Here for Protective Covenants and Restrictions]
Property Highlights
- Rare lakefront and residential investment opportunity
- County water, sewer, power, and covenants in place for most developments
- High-growth region near Weiss Lake and minutes from Downtown Cedar Bluff
- Tremendous recreational, residential, or investment potential
Close Proximity to Weiss Lake – A Lifestyle Worth Bidding For
These Lots are ideally situated on the shores of Little River at world-famous Weiss Lake, one of Alabama’s most desirable recreational destinations. Whether you’re an avid angler, boating enthusiast, or simply seeking the peace and beauty of lake life, these tracts offer unmatched access to it all.
Weiss Lake Perks:
- Renowned for crappie, bass, and catfish fishing
- Excellent for boating, kayaking, swimming, and paddleboarding
- Nearby public boat ramps, marinas, and lakefront parks
- Perfect for vacation homes, weekend retreats, or full-time living
- Peaceful setting with scenic views and abundant wildlife
PROJECT MANAGER: Lou Dempsey – 770.546.2800 – [email protected]
OPEN HOUSE: Dempsey Representatives will be on-site at the 3-mile bridge property, Friday, April 3rd, 1:00-4:00 PM, or by appointment. Contact Lou Dempsey for your personal tour.
LIVE/ONLINE BIDDING: This auction will be conducted in a Live/Simulcast format, giving bidders the flexibility to participate in person or online, whichever is most convenient.
SALE SITE: The property will SELL on site under the Dempsey Tent.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS: 10% Buyers Premium. 10% Down on Sale Day with the Balance Due on or Before 30 Days from Sale Day.
CLOSING: Closing to be on or before 30 days from Sale Date in the office of Mr. Chad Hopper with Buttram, Hawkins & Hopper, Centre, AL 256.927.5764.
BROKER PARTICIPATION: Dempsey Auction Co will pay any licensed Broker/Agent a referral commission for any registered client who successfully closes on the property. CONTACT OUR OFFICE FOR PRECISE DETAILS.
For Video Tours, Plats, Brochures, Inspection Times and Dates, or further sales information on this auction, call us by name at 800.DEMPSEY (800.336.7739) ALB#065553, AAL#1103
EXHIBIT “B”
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
(2) Mobile Homes, (2) Metal Buildings & Cotton Patch, Phase II
Centre, Cherokee County, AL
Saturday, April 4th at 10:00 AM
These “Terms and Conditions” supersede all other printed and oral statements and will be attached to and become a part of the Real Estate Sales Contract as Exhibit “B”, which will prevail over this document and any other agreement between the Buyer and Seller.
CONDITIONS OF SALE: Dempsey Auction Company (Auctioneer/Broker) has entered into a listing agreement with Richard Crowley (Seller), to offer at public auction, (2) Mobile Homes, (2) Metal Buildings, and 36 Weiss Lake Recreational Lots located in Cotton Patch, Phase II off Cherokee County Road 31, Cedar Bluff, Cherokee County, AL.
All property, real and personal, is selling “AS IS, WHERE IS” and being conveyed by Seller as provided for below. It is offered for sale and sold “AS IS and WITH ALL FAULTS, IF ANY” without representation or warranty of any kind as to their condition; and any repairs, alterations, damage, cleanup, removal of debris, waste, personal property, etc., are the sole responsibility of the buyer. No warranties, either statutory or otherwise, expressed or implied, including those as to the fitness for a particular use or purpose, habitability, merchantability, or environmental condition, including but not limited to any hazardous substances, hazardous waste, petroleum or petroleum by-products (collectively Hazardous Materials), concerning the property are given by the Auctioneer or Seller. Neither the Seller nor the Auction Company makes any representation concerning the property whatsoever. All bidders acknowledge and agree by their participation in the Auction that they have inspected the Property and are not relying on any warranty or representation of the Seller, Auctioneer, or any agent thereof. Buyer acknowledges and agrees that at closing, there may be the existence of equipment, personal property, and/or scrap materials located upon or within the property and agrees to accept the same in AS IS condition. We require all bidders to register and obtain a bid number in order to participate in the bidding process. All decisions of the Auctioneer will be final, including the increments of bidding, disputes among bidders, or any other issues that might arise before, during or after the auction.
The Seller has the right, at their sole discretion, to add or withdraw all or any portion of the property before the auction’s opening announcement on Saturday, May 4th at 10:00 AM. The (2) Mobile Homes & (2) Metal Buildings are Selling Subject to Approval, reserving the right to hold all offers open until Monday, April 6th at 5:00 PM. The (36) Recreation Lots SELL ABSOLUTE, regardless of price.
CONVEYANCE: All property will be conveyed by a Limited Warranty Deed with title insurance available at the Purchasers’ expense.
RESERVATIONS & RESTRICTIONS: The real estate will be sold subject to any and all Public Utilities, Encroachments, Easements, Protective Covenants as attached to the sales contract, Cherokee County Regulations, any Existing Right of Ways, and all other matters now of record. All personal property and equipment are reserved. These 36 lots lie in the 100-year Flood Plain and beneath the 573’ contour, hence it sells subject to ALL Alabama Shoreline Management Regulations.
Also conveyed is a non-exclusive interest in and to the Common Area as shown on the recorded plat of Cotton Patch Cove recorded in Plat Book 15, Page 44, in the Probate Office of Cherokee County, Alabama.
Also conveyed is the non-exclusive right of ingress and egress over and across the Chert and Gravel Road as shown on the recorded plat of subdivision recorded in Plat Book 15, Page 44, in the Probate Office of Cherokee County, Alabama.
Also conveyed is a 1/36 interest and non-exclusive right of ingress and egress over and across the Chert and Gravel Road as shown on the recorded plat of subdivision recorded in Plat Book 16, Page 3, in the Probate Office of Cherokee County, Alabama.
Also conveyed is the non-exclusive right to use the boat ramp and pier located on the Common Area as shown on the recorded plat of Cotton Patch Cove recorded in Plat Book 15, Page 44, in the Probate Office of Cherokee County, Alabama.
Grantor herein reserves an interest in and to the Chert and Gravel Road as shown on the recorded plat of subdivision recorded in Plat Book 16, Page 3, in the Probate Office of Cherokee County, Alabama.
ONLINE PURCHASERS’ PAYMENT: At the close of the auction, successful bidders will be emailed the contract package to execute and return to Dempsey Auction Co. Successful bidders will deposit 10% of the Contract Sales Price as earnest money in the form of cashier’s check or bank wire transfer with Dempsey Auction Co within 24 hours of receipt of the contract package. The entirety of the remaining balance is due at closing as stipulated in the “Terms and Conditions”. Purchaser shall be responsible for all wire transfer fees. Successful high bidders not executing and returning their contract with earnest money deposit within 24 hours of receipt will be considered in default and subject to an Administrative Fee (as defined below). All Administrative Fees are non-refundable.
TECHNICAL SOFTWARE ISSUES: NEITHER THE COMPANY PROVIDING THE SOFTWARE NOR THE AUCTION COMPANY SHALL BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR A MISSED BID OR THE FAILURE OF THE SOFTWARE TO FUNCTION PROPERLY FOR ANY REASON. Dempsey Auction Company provides online bidding as a service to Bidder. Bidder acknowledges and understands that this service may or may not function correctly the day of the auction. Under no circumstances shall Bidder have any kind of claim against Dempsey Auction Company or anyone else if the internet service fails to work correctly. Dempsey Auction Company will not be responsible for any missed bids from any source.
DEFAULT: In the event a winning bidder fails to submit the signed “Sales Contract” and deposit earnest money as provided in the pre-stipulated Terms and Conditions, the winning bidder will be charged an administrative fee of $2,500 on the credit card provided at auction registration. Additional default remedies are reserved by Dempsey Auction Co and the Sellers as provided in the Terms and Conditions and the Sales Contract.
PAYMENT: A 10% Buyer’s Premium on Real Estate will be added to the Bid Price on all real estate today to arrive at the final purchase price. The purchaser will be required to sign the Real Estate Sales Contract and pay a non-refundable earnest money deposit equal to 10% of the Contract Sales Price immediately following the Auction. This payment may be made with either a personal or company check. This deposit will be held in a non-interest-bearing escrow account under the control of Dempsey Auction Co. No disbursements will be made from this escrow account until closing or otherwise in accordance with this agreement. In the event the purchaser fails to close and pay his/her balance when due, the deposit WILL be retained by the Seller and Auctioneer as liquidated damages in addition to Any and ALL other remedies available to the Seller and Auctioneer.
SURVEY: These 36 lots have been surveyed by LandPro Surveying, LLC; said survey is recorded in Plat Book 16, Page 3 in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Cherokee County, AL. Tracts A, B & C will be deeded by legal description. There is NO survey fee associated with this auction. The accuracy of the survey is the sole liability of the Surveyor and the Purchaser, and the Purchaser does hereby release the Seller and Dempsey Auction Company from all liability in all matters concerning the survey.
CLOSING: Closing shall take place within 30 days of auction, in accordance with the Real Estate Sales Contract, or on a date mutually agreed upon by the Seller and Purchaser(s) in writing. Closing will be conducted by Mr. Chad Hopper at the Law Offices of Buttram, Hawkins & Hopper, 150 E. Main Street, Centre, AL, 256.923.5014. We encourage you to contact Mrs. Mary Jane Tidwell as soon as possible to discuss and schedule your closing.
CLOSING COSTS: The Seller will provide a Limited Warranty Deed at closing. If, for some reason, the Seller is unable to convey good and marketable title to the property, unless otherwise noted, the Purchasers’ earnest money deposit will be returned.
All other costs, including but not limited to Attorney’s Closing Fees, Recording and Handling Fees, Deed Transfer Taxes, Title Search, Title Insurance, Loan Origination Fees, etc., will be at the Purchaser’s expense.
POSSESSION: Purchaser(s) will be granted possession of real estate at closing, on or before May 3, 2026.
TAXES: The 2026 Real Estate property taxes will be prorated to the date of closing. If any additional taxes are assessed resulting from the change of use by the purchaser, they will be the responsibility of the purchaser.
AGENCY: The Auctioneer is acting as agent for the Seller only in this transaction and is to be paid a fee pursuant to a separate written agreement between seller and the Auctioneer. The Auctioneer is not acting as an agent for the purchaser in this transaction. Any third-party broker is not a sub-agent of the Auctioneer.
BUYER’S NOTE: Dempsey Auction Company and the Seller reserve the right to amend any terms and conditions of the auction by announcing such amendments prior to or during the auction. All information published, announced or contained herein was derived from sources believed to be correct; however, it is not guaranteed by the Seller or the Auctioneer. The Auctioneer makes no warranty or guarantee as to the correctness and completeness of any information. Personal on-site inspection of the property is recommended. Failure of any bidder to inspect, or to be fully informed as to the condition of the property, will not constitute grounds for any claim or demand for adjustment or withdrawal of bid, offer, or earnest money after its opening tender. Any and all announcements made from the auction stand take precedence over all other verbal, printed, announced, and/or distributed information. Dempsey Auction Company is the “Agent of the Seller”, and our fiduciary duties of loyalty and faithfulness are owed to the Seller.
METHOD of SALE: DAC reserves the right to offer the property in any way we see fit to obtain the seller the most money.
NOTE: This auction is being recorded by audio in its entirety for legal purposes.
I have received, read, understand, and agree to the information in these “Terms and Conditions,” which will become a part of the sales contract and will hereafter be Exhibit “B”.