Justin Bernklau

Wisconsin Land Agent

Local Expertise Within Reach

Wisconsin Land Specialist | Expert in Recreational and Investment Properties

Justin Bernklau has been a driving force in rural real estate since 2014, specializing in marketing and selling recreational, hunting, and investment properties. With experience marketing hundreds of properties across 12 states, Justin’s innovative media strategies—such as his renowned video of Will Primos’ Rivers Run Farm featured in Field & Stream—have set a high standard in the industry.

As a key member of the Southwest Wisconsin Team, Justin works closely with Luke to represent properties in the Driftless Area. This region’s rolling hills, fertile farmland, and exceptional hunting opportunities make it a unique and sought-after market. His expertise extends to navigating the challenges and opportunities specific to farmland, timber tracts, and recreational land.

Justin is known for his strategic approach to real estate, leveraging high-quality marketing and media to connect buyers and sellers effectively. He offers clients expert guidance throughout the transaction process, ensuring a smooth and rewarding experience.

Specializes in marketing recreational, hunting, and investment properties
Extensive knowledge of the Driftless Area’s unique landscapes and markets
Proven ability to market properties creatively and effectively
Licensed Wisconsin real estate agent (98095-94)

Justin is a proud member of the National Association of REALTORS® and is licensed through LandGuys, LLC of Wisconsin, based in Springfield, IL. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Justin’s dedication and expertise ensure your property goals are met with professionalism and care.

-Member of the National Association of REALTORS®
Licensed in Wisconsin (98095-94): LandGuys, LLC of Wisconsin | Springfield, IL

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Dodgeville, WI 53533

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Listings by Justin Bernklau

Richland County, WI 180 Acres With Home For Sale

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Richland County, WI 180 Acres With Home For Sale

Richland County, WI

(SALE PENDING)-This property is NO diamond in the rough. Just a diamond. With the professional guidance of Don Higgins, every inch of this 180-acres in Richland Co has been thought out, planned and executed to transform this former apple ...

180± Acres

$1,989,000

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Crawford County, Wisconsin 68 Acres

Crawford County, WI

(SALE PENDING)-For the serious deer hunter or outdoor enthusiast, this property has a lot to offer and is ready to enjoy. As soon as you enter the gate, you'll notice the vision and care that has been put into this place. Established clover food plot...

68± Acres

$549,500

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Testimonials

Seller

"Sold my Property in Crawford County- Kept me Very Informed- Very Personable- Very Fun to Work With- Great Personalities!"

Deanna Shimpach

Buyer

"My wife and I started our land buying journey last year with Justin from the Land Guys. He was professional and helpful. I selected Justin and the Land Guys at random based on their online presence and marketing, which turned out to be a great choice. They have a great understanding of what a recreational property buyer is looking for. We spent some time with our kids (3 and 7) exploring properties on the side by side Justin brought to the subject properties. Most importantly the Land Guys position in the market allowed us to be the first to look at one of their new listings, which we bought and fit 99% of our objectives. In this market, where good properties priced well go fast, it was hard for my wife and I to drive 3hrs and look at a compelling property with our little ones. We would normally be too late and those properties would be locked up by the time we could coordinate schedules. Their market presence allowed us to be the first to see the property we bought and that eliminated hassle for us and for the seller, which is a win win. We hope to keep this property as a legacy property, but if we need to sell or are looking to upgrade we will be calling Justin again."

Matt Foster

Seller

“LandGuys sold my property in Richland County. They are an amazing team to work with! They put together a great strategy to sell my property with excellent communication throughout the process. I would highly recommend them if your thinking about listing your property or purchasing a new property!”

Ben Judd

Buyer

“I met Luke and team at the Turkey spring. I was looking for land in SW Wisconsin. Luke was able to meet me at the land the very next day, UTV ready, and happily spent two hours showing us every corner of a beautiful 139 acre property. Of course we had to buy it! Luke and team were responsive throughout the transaction and even afterward. I highly recommend these guys!“

Dave H.

Seller

“I highly recommend LandGuys and wouldn’t hesitate one minute using them to sell property/land. I had an awesome experience with Luke and Justin and Zack. So Very kind and answered all my questions no matter how often I may have asked even the same question. Very patient. Luke got back to me right away and didn’t make me wait days to hear from them. Kept me informed every step of the way. I would definitely have no hesitations whatsoever in the future of hiring them again. Very professional and quite knowledgeable about selling Land. Thank you guys for all your hard work. It certainty does not go unnoticed.”

Diane Price

Buyer

“This team did a great job when we were looking to buy land in Southwest Wisconsin (Crawford County). Justin and Zack are very responsive, immediately jumping in to get more details on a property listing and offering to come walk the property with me the very next morning. Once we decided to make an offer, Justin and Zack moved quickly to prepare the offer and do everything to give it the best chance of success. During the buying process, they provided quick, helpful responses and guided me through the closing process to a successful purchase. Highly recommend this team!“

Wes C.

Buyer

“I had an excellent experience working with the LandGuys in purchasing property in Richland County, Wisconsin in May 2023. Both Justin and Luke knew what I was interested in that would fit my needs for building a home. They had identified several properties that might fit may needs and upon visitation Luke was extremely helpful in helping to pick the most desirable lot to purchase. Would highly recommend using their services in finding property.“

Craig Johnson

Seller

“After 52 years of developing a parcel of land in Iowa County into something very special and as we were approaching our mid to late 70s, it became obvious that we could no longer maintain the property at the level it required. After reaching the very difficult decision to sell our property, we reached out to the LandGuys. And, we are so happy that we did. Within 24 hours of contacting them, Luke Wessel and Justin Bernklau met with us at our home. We were drawn to Luke and Justin immediately. They are both very likable and knowledgeable fellows. Within a couple of hours, they too realized they had something very special to work with. Justin, the media guy, spent portions of 5 days on our property taking many photos inside, outside and with the use of a drone, was able to put together a video that brought tears to our eyes. Justin captured totally the essence of what our property is and was able to showcase it perfectly. Six days after being listed and the video going online, the property sold at asking price with no contingencies. There was so much activity that Luke and Justin were in daily contact with us, sometimes several times a day. Luke and Justin were very reassuring and helped us feel confident in each step of the process. We had several showings leading up to accepting the final offer. We would certainly recommend that anyone with rural property to sell should contact LandGuys, Luke Wessel and Justin Bernklau. We think we hit the jackpot with these two people.”

Kelly & Carol Heibel

Seller

“I worked with Luke and Justin from the LandGuys team to sell my property in Richland County. I’ve worked in real estate for over ten years, so I considered selling the property on my own. After one meeting with Luke and Justin I realized that these guys could market my property far better than I ever could. They took the time to understand what made my property special, and they did an outstanding job displaying that on the market. What impressed me the most was how knowledgeable they were and the amount of time they dedicated to my property. I felt like they knew the property just as well as me when it was listed. The communication was excellent and the transaction went smoothly, bringing me top dollar. These guys are the best in the business. I look forward to working with them again.“

Aaron Ewing

Seller

“Justin and Luke did a fantastic job listing and following through on the sales of our 2 properties in Northern Crawford County this spring, 2 relatively smooth cash sales in good time. I would highly recommend working with them. We were particularly impressed with the excellent communication from them. After a number of real estate transactions that we have done we have not come across better communication from a realtor ever than either Justin or Luke. Very good work and very happy with the outcome.“

Benne

Seller

"We worked with Justin and Luke to sell our home on 45 acres in Sauk County. We so appreciated their expertise in valuing our home and land and giving us ideas for how to best sell it. They respected our goals for the sale, and helped us achieve them. From the beginning, we were impressed by the time they spent with us, their forthrightness, transparency, and good natures. They were easy to work with and did a tremendous job presenting our home and land. We wanted to sell the house quickly, get the asking price, and sell to someone who would live full-time in the house. Without them, I don’t think we would have been able to meet all of these goals, especially not as quickly (the property sold in 5 days). There was a hiccup at closing (not on our end), and they were supportive as the issue was resolved. We would work with them again anytime, and are very grateful for their help.“

Stef

Seller

“We tried to sell our Vernon County property FSBO for a while with no luck. Connected with Justin and Luke, and they had a great feel for the market and a lot of confidence they could get me what I wanted for our property. They delivered big time. They definitely know the market and how to market to this niche. I had a hard time trusting someone to deliver what I needed, but I’m glad I trusted them. They delivered the price we wanted with a smooth experience.“

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Before Selling: 5 Ways To Improve The Appeal Of Your Property

Improving the appeal of your property will get it sold faster and for more money. If you are serious about selling, we suggest investing some time and sweat equity to help get your property ready for the market. Here are five ways you can increase curb appeal. For Land Make trails accessible. Mowing and keeping trails free of downed trees or deep washouts is helpful when buyers are walking or riding around your property. Well maintained trails can make the property seem bigger and lets the buyer know how much care the property has had. Keeping trails maintained requires frequent work, especially during the summertime when vegetation grows quickly, and storms knock trees and branches down often. If you cannot give your property the attention it needs, you may consider hiring a local contractor to do this work for you. It’s worth it. Install wildlife food plots. We deal with many buyers interested in quality hunting properties. If a property already has food plots established, ready for the fall hunting season, it is more attractive. It means the buyer is more likely to have quality hunting opportunities right away. These turn-key properties typically sell for a higher price than properties that are un-developed. Our real estate brokers have strong local networks and may be able to recommend a contractor who can help you get these services taken care of. Mark property boundaries. Marking boundary lines will make it easier for buyers to make informed decisions. It is likely that an interested buyer will want to see a good amount of the property before buying it. Well defined boundaries make it easier and faster for buyers to know exactly what they are buying. A buyer may still request a survey before closing. For Homes Clean up. Be sure your home is kept clean and neat throughout the time it is for sale. This includes outside, it is the first thing a prospective buyer sees when they arrive to look at your home. Tree branches in your yard and bark mulch that washed out of your landscaping should be kept neat as well. Going through the extra effort to keep the inside and outside of your home clean and neat will invite more prospects in and you’ll sell your property faster. Fix things that are broken. Replacing burnt out lightbulbs, filling potholes in your driveway, and even giving some walls a fresh coat of paint goes a long way. It demonstrates you have been good caretakers of your home which increases the buyer’s trust that the home will be in sound condition for years to come.

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