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John Stepan

Co-Op Member Owner

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Ranch Investments

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Texas

Ranch Investments & Associates has become synonymous with quaity farm, ranch and recreational property sales. If you are in the market for a farm or ranch, our expert team of professionals can provide you with the competent representation you need. Our associate brokers and agents have a wealth of practical farm and ranch experience, including agricultural education, exotic game ranching and ranch development.

Whether your interest is in buying or selling, the professionals at Ranch Investments & Associates can assist you in many ways to save you time and money to result in a comfortable, informed decision. One of our 9 offices conveniently located throughout the state will gladly assist you with the process.

Please review our listings and then give us a call. If you do not see a listing that fits your needs, let Ranch Investments & Associates represent you as a buyer's representative and assume the responsibility for searching and reviewing other properties that will meet your criteria.

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Eagle Ranch - Lampasas County

price

$2,800,000

acres

221 Acres

location

Lampasas, Texas, 76550

221 acres located less than 10 minutes from downtown Lampasas with direct access to Hwy 183. A well-manicured, game proof fenced ranch with a combination of native and improved grasses, Live Oak, Shin Oak, Elm, Mesquite, Cedar and Hackberry. Fertile soils conducive to food plots for winter grazing of livestock or supplemental feed for the managed herd of Blackbuck Antelope, Whitetail, Axis and Aoudad. A handsome herd of Red Angus reside on the ranch and are available for purchase by separate negotiation.The main residence is a fabulous 3 bedroom, 4 bath Custom Built Spanish/Mediterranean Style Home of approximately 4300 square feet sits 250 yards off of Highway 183. Built in 2001 with a timeless style.Shown by appointment only with Ranch Investments. Buyer's broker must be identified on first contact and must accompany buying prospect on first showing to be allowed full fee participation. If this condition is not met, fee participation will be at the sole discretion of Ranch Investments.

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Beautiful 31 Acres in Mills County

price

$382,000

acres

31 Acres

location

Mullin, Texas, 76864

A beautiful 31 Acres with direct access to County Road 529, this spectacular property has dense cover for wildlife including a variety of oaks, elm, cedar and woody plants. The gently rolling to hilly terrain has excellent pasture roads throughout the property. There is electricity available along the county road and there are three water wells drilled and cased. There is one pond that catches runoff in the rainy season, fed by a drainage that passes through the property. Wildlife include Whitetail Deer, Wild Turkey with doves and ducks migrating through the area. The property is currently under an ag exemption.This great recreation ranch is well located and convenient to both Goldthwaite and Brownwood. From major metros it is less than 2 hours from Austin, 2 1/2 hours from the Dallas/Fort Worth and 3 hours to San Antonio.

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Rocky Point Ranch - 362 Acres

price

$2,245,330

acres

362 Acres

location

Lometa, Texas, 76853

Located 12 miles North of Lampasas off County Road 2109 and just an hour from the Cedar Park/ Leander area sits the Rocky Point Ranch. A diverse 362.15 acres offering big views, great potential homesites and good tree cover including live oak, elm, mesquite and cedar. Outstanding Wildlife habitat, great density of deer, turkey, hogs, and dove.Over 200’ in elevation change, including Rocky Point, one of the tallest elevations in Lampasas County with captivating 30+ mile views. Kinchelo Creek runs through the northern portion of the ranch and a windmill on the property furnishes water for livestock and wildlife, electricity is on the western portion. Property is ag exempt.Additional 362.15 acres is for sale and can be purchased for a total acreage of 724+/- acres. New survey will be ordered with accepted offer.

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Horsethief Cove Ranch

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$2,752,340

acres

362 Acres

location

Lometa, Texas, 76853

Located 12 miles North of Lampasas off County Road 2109 and just an hour from the Cedar Park/ Leander area sits the Horsethief Cove Ranch. A diverse 362.15 acres offering big views, great potential homesites and good tree cover including live oak, elm, mesquite and cedar. Outstanding Wildlife habitat, great density of deer, turkey, hogs, and dove. Feel like you are on top of the world with over 200’ in elevation change, including Rocky Point, one of the tallest elevations in Lampasas County with captivating 30+ mile views. Kinchelo Creek runs through the northern portion of the ranch with 2 other wet weather creeks located in the central and eastern portion.This property also has 2 stock tanks and a windmill on the property furnishes water for livestock and wildlife, electricity is on the western portion. Property is ag exempt.Additional 362.15 acres is for sale and can be purchased for a total acreage of 724+/- acres.

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Green Pastures Ranch

price

$2,290,000

acres

85 Acres

location

Evant, Texas, 76525

This beautiful Hill Country Gentleman’s Ranch is conveniently located on US Highway 281, 97 miles North of Austin, 140 miles Southwest of the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex.A stunning 3681 square foot home (per Hamilton CAD) sits on 85 acres of pristine pastureland ready for your own set of cattle or convert to an equestrian property. This is an immaculate showplace property with a virtually new home that is ready to walk into and enjoy.Originally built in 1978, the three bedroom, two and a half bath single level home features a two-car garage with additional storage. The home went through complete renovation in 2022/23. The cut and chopped limestone exterior is a timeless style found throughout the Hill Country. The remodel encompassed the entire structure, taking it down to the studs for a total remodel and included.Interior renovations:Flooring completely removed & releveledAll new flooring installed throughout the houseThe entire house had all of the original plumbing updatedAll new hot water heaters installedA large custom kitchen pantry was added for more storageThe window above kitchen sink was enlarged to improve the view overlooking backyard and poolThe two full baths feature new fixtures, beautiful marble tile flooring with custom cabinets and storageMaster bathroom has marble tile from floor to ceiling behind the free-standing bathtubHis and Her sinks with new gold faucets that flow into vessel sinksHigh grade custom granite counter tops were installed throughout the houseAll new custom cabinets were added throughout the houseCustom wooden beams were built and added for vaulted ceiling in the living roomAll new appliances have been installed in the house from the kitchen appliances, laundry room appliances.New electrical wiring throughout houseNew interior lighting added as well as accent lighting and ceiling fans in each roomCustom upper & lower cabinets & sink added into the bar areaExterior renovations:Water supply for the house can be switched between municipal water or the two domestic wells on the property with 6000 gallons of storage to be self sufficientNew roof & siding as well as exterior paintAll new exterior lighting installedWindow placed accent lighting addedAll new doors installedNew garage doors installedAll windows had new glass installedMost of the windows have had privacy tinting added, you cannot see someone inside the home as well as helping with keeping the home cooler in the hot summer months.New landscaping installed including new sod grass laid in backyardAll trees around the house and in yard have been treated to prevent Oak WiltSwimming pool was resealed, painted & new tile along the edgesThe old brick edge around the pool was removed and replaced with updated rockA 3-tier water fountain was added on the far side of pool as well as a new pumpReplaced the swimming pool filtration system and all plumbingIn-ground water fountain has been resealed & new water lines installedThe irrigation system in the front and back yard has been repaired and maintained to be in good working conditionPOOL HOUSE:Pool house was completely remodeled & added kitchen & bathroomAdded exterior stuccoNew roofNew plumpingReleveled and placed new flooringTextured interior walls & interior roof as well as new paintCustom walk-in showerKitchen sink added with cabinets above & belowGranite counters topsNew French doors installedAll windows replacedAdded extended patio on side of pool house to cover the pool’s filtration system & protect from being weatherAll new accent lighting and fixtures added inside and outside as well as motion lights outsideAC and ceiling fan placedNew water heater with covering around the backside of pool house to protect from weather and make visually appealing from all anglesOUTDOOR SHOP:The remodel of the shop was extensive, the structure taked down to the wooden studs.Added office with a half bathroom to the shopNew metal siding was added as well as three roll up doors for access from all sidesNew concrete poured and leveledLandscaping addedNew sidewalk addedNew plumbing installedHVAC installed inside office areaSealed and protected flooring to prevent any oil staining in shopEpoxy floors in the office & bathroomSpray foam insulation on interior walls & roofNew wiring and electricity service installedInstalled a wood burning stove to open shop area that has an electric featureFlood lighting added as well as accent lightingPASTURES:Fenced into three pasturesExtensive Land clearing and pasture improvementTrees trimmed inside perimeterStock tank has been reworked with heavy equipment to increase water flow to tank and water running into creek behind the house.Repaired livestock barn in pasture with new wood structure and new metal sidingInstalled a new cattle guard between the driveway into the property and the house. Shown by appointment only with Ranch Investments. Buyer's broker must be identified on first contact and must accompany buying prospect on first showing to be allowed full fee participation. If this condition is not met, fee participation will be at the sole discretion of Ranch Investments.

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826 Acre Lampasas County Ranch

price

$7,439,760

acres

826.64 Acres

location

Lampasas, Texas, 76550

Exceptional 826.64 ac ranch located two miles down CR 2200 from US 281 and approximately 2 miles north of the US 183, US 281 split in Lampasas.This gorgeous property has one mile of paved County Road frontage on the west side and over ½ mile of Little Lucy Creek near the southern property line. Hamilton County Electric Co-op provides single phase electricity to the property and along the county road frontage, along with three phase electricity from west to east on the southern portion of the property.A ranch house in need of a little tlc is located on the property and has been utilized by lease hunters for the last several years. There is a metal barn that is approximately 12 years old and has been mostly used for hay storage. A very good set of metal pens for working cattle to convey with property.There are 2 wells that are currently in use located on the property. Lush hardwoods are established on the lowline areas and along Little Lucy Creek. Property boasts 4 stock tanks with the average being about ½ acre in size.This beautiful ranch has been utilized for cattle production and supplemented by lease hunting. The property is currently under 1-D-1 agriculture exemption. The 4’ tall perimeter fences are in excellent condition. Very unique opportunity to purchase substantial acreage in Lampasas County.Shown by appointment only with Ranch Investments. Buyer's broker must be identified on first contact and must accompany buying prospect on first showing to be allowed full fee participation. If this condition is not met, fee participation will be at the sole discretion of Ranch Investments.

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Prime Recreational Lampasas River Property!

price

$1,490,000

acres

68.35 Acres

location

Lampasas, Texas, 76550

68. 35 ac of prime recreational Lampasas River property located 21 miles north of Lampasas on US 281 N. This property has it all; 3,400 feet of Lampasas River on the east side, 1,400 feet of Freeman Branch wet weather creek on the North boundary and over 3,000 feet of Highway frontage. This property has huge Live Oak, Post Oak, Elm, Pecan, and other native trees on the river and throughout the ranch. Additionally, there is a 1995 3 bedroom, 2 bath manufactured home that can be turned into a guest house, along with a small tractor barn and an old rock house currently used for storage.One well on the property provides water to the home and several water troughs. There are approximately 10 ac of field currently used for coastal hay that can be easily turned into a wildlife food plot, along with a 2-acre field on the southern edge of the property. Hamilton Electric Co-op provides electricity to the home and all along the highway. Excellent wildlife habitat for deer, turkey, small game, dove, and waterfowl. The property is currently under 1-D-1 Wildlife exemption for minimum property taxes.Shown by appointment only with Ranch Investments. Buyer's broker must be identified on first contact and must accompany buying prospect on first showing to be allowed full fee participation. If this condition is not met, fee participation will be at the sole discretion of Ranch Investments.

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Catamarca Hunting Ranch

price

$6,000,000

acres

11,514 Acres

location

4700

LAS TRILLAS PASTURE 2.400 haSurface 2.400 ha-5,930 acresAll papers in order.Tipe: Grassland. Arable land. Actual uses: Cattle, Big game hunting, Andean Grouse shooting. Buildings: 1 Gamekeepers Refuge. Infrastructure: More than 50 Km of road, 26 Km of perimetral fence 2,10 meters high. An interior Potrero (Lechuza) with 250 hectares completely fenced with 2,10 meters high fence. Others: 400 heads of Water buffalo (Big game hunting and cattle), 50 around criollo Horses breed, 70 heads around of Red-deer, 200 heads of Brown Brocket deer, 150 heads of Pecari boars, Puma, Ocelot, Andean Condor.Contains the sources of San Martin River that flow 4 Km in the property.Access through Ruta 38-Km 625 & Cuesta Amadores Road (11 Km) with 3 gates entrances to the property.CORRALITO ZARZO PASTURE 800 haSurface 800 has-1,976 acresAll papers in order.Tipe: Grassland Actual uses: Cattle (Around 150 heads of Criollo Cow breed), Andean Grouse shooting. Buildings: 1 Gamekeepers Refuge. Infrastructure: 6 Km of roads, 3 Km of stone wall 1,40 meters high. Contains the springs of Capillanía River that flow 2 Km in the property.Access through 11 Km Camino Trillas (crossing Trillas) with 1 entrance gate.CROZZA PASTURESurface 1.460 ha-3,608 acresAll papers in orderTipe: Chaco Serrano Woodland, Arable landActual uses: Cattle (Some heads of Criollo Cow breed). More than 270 ha of arable land to be prepared. Numerous streams and Paclin River that offers water for irrigationBuildings: 1 Gamekeepers House.Infrastructure: more than 22 Km of roads and 8 Km of fence 2 meters high. Others: Indigenous fauna like Brown Brocket deer, Pécari boars, Puma, Ocelot, 3 species of Partridges (Tinamou family), Woodpigeon and others. More than 300 different species of vertebrates were identified.Access through Ruta 38 Km 606 (2 Entrances gates).ArgentinaRanches.com

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Coryell County 805 Acres

price

$5,594,750

acres

805 Acres

location

Gatesville, Texas, 76528

Nestled in the heart of Coryell County, this magnificent 805-acre ranch offers a rare opportunity to experience the beauty of Texas Hill Country living. The property boasts paved road access from two separate roads, making it easily accessible. It was previously used as a cattle production ranch, but now offers great hunting opportunities and is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.One of the most stunning features of the ranch is a nice flowing spring-fed creek with a rock bottom that holds water year-round. The mixed terrain of the property is a blend of rolling hills, deep valleys, and high mesas, providing breathtaking views from every angle. The ranch is heavily wooded in some parts, with a mix of post oaks, cedar, and mesquite trees, while other parts are open fields, perfect for recreation.An old 2000 sf wood frame farmhouse built in 1915 sits on the property, featuring open porches on two sides of the home. The farmhouse could be used as a primary residence or a hunting cabin, making it a perfect retreat for families or hunters.The community water is provided by Multi-County Water Supply, with two water meters on the ranch. Additionally, scattered stock tanks on the property provide a year-round source of water for livestock and wildlife. Electricity is provided by Hamilton County Electric Cooperative, and power lines extend down the north and south ends of the ranch.The ranch is a haven for wildlife, including Whitetail deer, hogs, duck, and dove, making it perfect for hunting enthusiasts. Fishing is also available at the stock tanks and creek. The ranch is priced at $6,950 per acre, making it an excellent investment opportunity for those looking for a piece of Texas Hill Country paradise.Directions: From Gatesville Head north on S Lutterloh Ave toward US-84 W / TX-36 Bus / E Main St. Turn left onto US-84 W / E Main St Pass CEFCO in 2.2 mi. Turn left onto County Road 136.Bear right onto FM1783 / FM-1783. Road name changes to Slater Rd. Bear right onto Parks Rd. Arrive at Parks Rd. The last intersection before your destination is Slater Rd.

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22 Acres - Burnet County

price

$375,000

acres

22 Acres

location

Lampasas, Texas, 76550

This property is nicely wooded, generally level with nice views to the East. Located on County Road 106, less than 15 minutes from Lampasas, approximately 20 minutes from Burnet and a little over an hour to Austin. Teeming with native wildlife such as Whitetail Deer, Wild Turkey and Feral Hog. Fenced on three sides and under Agriculture Exemption for low ad valorum taxes. Reasonable deed restrictions in place to protect property values. Call today, tracts such as this are getting hard to find.Shown by appointment only with Ranch Investments. Buyer's brokers must be identified on first contact and must accompany buying prospect on first showing to be allowed full fee participation. If this condition is not met, fee participation will be at the sole discretion of Ranch Investments.

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367 CR 330

price

$1,200,000

acres

23.66 Acres

location

Burnet, Texas, 78611

23 Acres located 5 miles South of the City of Burnet off Paved County Road 330. Bertram water and electricity available at the County Road.

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Eureka Ranch - 4/3 Log Cabin

price

$1,750,000

acres

75 Acres

location

Lampasas, Texas, 76550

Just in time for Hunting Season, the attractive Eureka Ranch is a multifarious property that can now be yours. This eye-catching ranch is situated behind a locked gate in the very desirable western edge of Lampasas County.The Property:75 acres of some of the most beautiful Texas countryside you can find. With 30-mile views and up to 100 ft of elevation changes, you will be captivated on site. A vast amount of beautiful live oak trees is scattered throughout the ranch. Much of the land has been cleared of cedar, with just enough left to provide ample habitat for the abundance of wildlife. A bounty of wildlife can be found in the area such as, deer, turkey, hogs, audad and axis. Access to the Colorado River is only a mile away and offers fishing, swimming and water activities. Some of the best white bass fishing in the state from the Colorado River above Lake Buchanan. The property is ag exempt and has a small pond and well on it.The Home:a stunning 4/3 Log Cabin home. Vaulted wood ceilings and an open, inviting living, kitchen and dining area welcome you into this beautiful home. The rocked wood burning fireplace, oversized windows and granite countertops add to the overwhelming charm of the home. An attached mother-in-law suite presents an old fashion aesthetic, with shiplap walls, a private bathroom, outdoor access and perfectly placed windows that provide fresh air and sunlight to the room. Additionally attached to the home is a 1,200 sf fully insulated metal building, equipped with central heat & a/c. Perfect for a game room, bunk house, workshop, gym or anything you need. Heading over to the outside of the home is a swimming pool and deck area with the most mesmerizing view. Also, outside the home is a 30x40 ft 2 car carport with an attached log-built shop and a 50x60ft covered parking area for an RV or machinery storage.The Eureka Ranch can be your dream home or a usable investment property with year-round recreation.Shown by appointment only with Ranch Investments. Buyer's broker must be identified on first contact and must accompany buying prospect on first showing to be allowed full fee participation. If this condition is not met, fee participation will be at the sole discretion of Ranch Investments.

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