Hill County, Texas Land For Sale (6 results)

531 HCR 1450, Covington, Texas 76636

Itasca Tract 11 | 15+ Acres | Only $15K Down

Hubbard Ranchette

Location: Covington Ranch on Aquilla Creek is located on County Road 1450 near Covington, TX. The ranch is situated between Covington and Hillsboro, TX. Conveniently, the property lies 63 miles southwest of Dallas, TX., 49 miles south of Fort Worth, TX., 20 miles northeast of Whitney, TX., and a quick 15 miles northwest of Hillsboro, TX. Overview: The Covington Ranch on Aquilla Creek is a scenic and well-balanced 404.87+/- acre combination recreational and agricultural production ranch with excellent water features, a barndominium, working pens and supporting improvements. The property boasts interspersed hardwood timber, fertile/productive pastures and notable surface water including approximately .85 of a mile of Aquilla Creek frontage and multiple ponds up to approximately .75 of a surface acre in size. Tributary creeks offer scenic recreation, seasonal live water and lend well to wildlife habitat. Exceptional topography and green pastures foster gorgeous views amid potential home sites. Whitetail deer and Rio Grande Turkey are abundant in this location. For the cattle and/or horse enthusiasts, improved Coastal Bermuda pastures abound! The county road system offers all weather access to the property. The ranch has all weather access leading from SH 171 towards County Road 1450 N. on the east boundary. Improvements: The gated entrance leads way to a view of the picturesque red barndominium, outstanding topography, abundant water and surrounding pastures. The barndominium is nestled amongst old growth hardwoods with an incredible view of the pastures interspersed with majestic Oak trees. The two – story barn features nearly 1800+/- SF of shop space on the ground floor with a stair well leading upstairs to living quarters comprised of 900+/- SF (Per CAD) boasting 1 bedroom, a full bathroom, spacious living area with built in fire place and full kitchen. A sturdy steel bridge and rock laden low water crossings provide reliable access to all pastures by traversing creek tributaries. Trees, Grasses, Forbs and Soil: The ranch is located in the Prairies and Lakes region of Texas.Tree species include varieties of Live Oak, Pecan, Hickory and Cedar among others. An abundance of native browse and forbs along creeks and transition areas compliment wildlife production. Improved pastures consist well - nurtured Coastal Bermuda and clover. Transition areas include native grasses such as Little Bluestem and bunch grasses. The ranch is fenced and cross-fenced into multiple pastures for rotational grazing and hay production. The majority of the property's upland and middle terrain is dominated by fine sandy loams while clay loams dominate lower elevations on the property. Water: Nine ponds are well positioned across the ranch providing excellent water resources for wildlife and rotational grazing practices. Picturesque Aquilla Creek serves as the west boundary of the property. The ranch boasts surface water from east to west with additional ponds up to 3/4+/- surface acre in size. Two tributaries from Aquilla Creek flow through the property moving east from the northeast and southwest corners. One functioning water well provides water to the improvements on the ranch. A hand dug water well exist in the southwest quadrant of the ranch and an abandoned wellhead is found near the center of the property. The Trinity is the major aquifer under the property. Topography: The ranch has excellent topography for Hill County with well-drained soils. Flood plain is limited to creek and tributary frontage only. The highest point on the property is approximately 720' ASL near the main entrance eventually sloping down to Aquilla Creek to the lowest point just below 650' ASL on the southwest portion of the ranch. Topographic variance in the southwest quadrant of the property may lend well to wetland development. Livestock/Hay Production: The property is fenced and cross fenced for rotational grazing. Hay storage is fenced both in the central and southern quadrants of the property with working pens located on the north and south ends of the ranch. Under current management practices, conservative cattle carrying capacity is 60-70 mature cows in a commercial cow/calf program. Hay is harvested on approximately 75 acres of the ranch producing plenty of hay to sustain the herd through the fall/winter months. Wildlife and Fisheries: The property has been hunted lightly in the past and consequently possesses a healthy deer and modest turkey population. There are several areas that could be developed into food plots for wildlife. Waterfowl can be frequently found on the ponds during waterfowl migration. Fishing opportunities exist in multiple ponds on the property. Utilities: One water well provides water service to the improvements on the property. Electricity is provided by HILCO Electric Cooperative. Electricity runs into the property in two locations. Easements: The only easements known to Broker are for residential electricity. Property Taxes: The property is subject to an agriculture exemption. Property taxes for the tax year 2024 were approximately $3,300. Minerals: Seller owned minerals are negotiable. Schools: Covington and Itasca ISDs. Price: $3,471,527.00 Contact: Casey Berley, ALC - Broker 214-422-7253 mobile casey@ BROKER & COMMISSION DISCLOSURE: Buyer's Agent/ Broker must be identified upon first contact with Listing Broker/ Listing Agent and Buyer's Agent/ Broker must be present at the initial property tour in order to participate in the real estate commission. Commission splits will be at the sole discretion of Hortenstine Ranch Company, LLC. *All information is deemed reliable, but is not warranted by Hortenstine Ranch Company, LLC. All information is subject to change without prior notice.

Hidden Creek Acres

Prairie Lake Ranch - 283 Ac +/- Penelope, TX (Hill county) Dramatic hilltop overlooks rolling cattle pastures and stunning 30 ac lake below. Solid cattle operation is possible utilizing cross fenced pastures for rotational grazing potential. Current family runs a cattle herd of Angus & Brangus that could be purchased to have immediate income potential. The ranch is located just over an hour from Dallas and nestled just outside the quaint Texas town of Penelope. The crown jewel of Prairie Lake Ranch is the well established 30 Ac +/- lake which provides not only aesthetics, but good fishing and outstanding waterfowl hunting throughout the winter migration. The opportunity to create truly epic waterfowl hunting rests in the fact that the lake is large enough to allow large numbers of ducks and geese to raft up during the day and the far end fingers into shallower waters sought after by feeding puddle ducks like Mallards, Pintails, Wigeons, Gadwalls, and Teal. The surrounding farms feature row crops of corn, milo, and soy beans further encouraging waterfowl activity. Furthermore, with some intentionality and management the fishery on such a well established lake could provide year round fishing for family and friends alike. Whitetail deer travel nearby Ash Creek and wander across the pastures of the ranch thus creating some additional opportunity for hunting. Multiple ponds provide water for livestock and potential for fishing. Whether you are lookiong for a cattle ranch with epic waterfowl hunting or a full time ranch residence, the Prairie Lake Ranch will check your wish list! Call Steve Baxter @ 972-816-4738 or email @ sbaxter@ LOCATION: Penelope, TX (Hill County) Dallas- 77 miles Fort Worth - 73 Waco - 27 miles CLIMATE: 38" annual rainfall UTILITIES: Electricity provided by HILCO Electric and water provided by Post Oak Special Utility District WILDLIFE: Waterfowl, dove, whitetail deer MINERALS: Surface sale only VEGETATION: Primarily open pasture with some blocks of hardwoods along wet weather creek TERRAIN: Approx. 30' of elevation change and mostly gently rolling SOILS: Ferris clay; Houston Black clay; Ferris-Heiden complex; IMPROVEMENTS: Hunter's cabin; barn; cattle pens CURRENT USE: Cattle ranch POTENTIAL USE: Residence, homestead, retreat, ranching, grazing, hunting and recreation FENCING: Good perimeter fencing and cross fencing ACCESS: Gravel county road 3220 EASEMENTS: NA LEASES: NA ** Additional 50 Ac can be purchased in tandem with the 283 Ac if you'd like the perfect 333 Ac!!!!** Contact Steve Baxter @ 972-816-4738 to schedule a private showing When buying farm & ranch land or investment property the buyers agent, if applicable, must be identified on first contact and must be present at initial showing of the property listing to the prospective real estate investor in order to participate in real estate commission. If this condition is not met, fee participation will be at sole discretion of MOPTEX, LLC.