3142.65 Acres of Land for Sale in Stratford, Texas

Located in the heart of Sherman County, this exceptional ±3,142-acre ranch offers a rare combination of productive dryland farm ground, native grass pasture, excellent access, and long-term development potential. With approximately 1,385 acres currently in dryland cultivation and the balance in native grass, the property is well suited for both farming and cattle operations while also providing future investment upside.

Improvements on the ranch include a well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home along with a 70' x 30' Quonset barn providing ample storage and operational functionality. The property is fenced with over 8 miles of 5-strand barbed wire fencing as well as an additional 12 miles of hot wire, making it turnkey for livestock management. Access to the ranch is outstanding, featuring approximately 3 miles of paved frontage with 2 miles accessible from FM 1573 along the north boundary and 1 mile from County Road CC on the south side. An additional 2 miles of dirt road access is available from County Road 10 along the west side. The ranch is located just one-half mile east of U.S. Highway 287, providing excellent connectivity and convenience.

The property includes two existing water wells, both drilled into the Ogallala aquifer and equipped with 2 hp pumps. Existing wells are producing ±15 GPM, per seller. The ranch lies within the North Plains Groundwater Conservation District. There are surrounding irrigated farms on the south, west, and east side, indicating strong groundwater availability and potential for future irrigation development.

All owned wind and solar rights will convey with the sale, while all owned mineral estate will be reserved by the seller.

This is a versatile Panhandle property offering a strong blend of agricultural productivity, grazing capacity, quality improvements, and future development potential in a highly desirable location.

Water:

The property includes two existing water wells, both drilled into the Ogallala aquifer and equipped with 2 hp pumps. Existing wells are producing ±15 GPM, per seller. The ranch lies within the North Plains Groundwater Conservation District. There are surrounding irrigated farms on the south, west, and east side, indicating strong groundwater availability and potential for future irrigation development.

Recreational:

Hunting opportunities on the property include antelope, deer, quail and occasional pheasant.

History:

The Baskin ranch operation started in the early 1900's and has been family owned and operated since. The property has been used for hay & a cow/calf operation.

Improvements:

Improvements on the ranch include a well-maintained 1,800± square foot, 3-bedroom, 2-bath home along with a 70' x 30' Quonset barn providing ample storage and operational functionality. The property is fenced with over 8 miles of 5-strand barbed wire fencing as well as an additional 12 miles of hot wire, making it turnkey for livestock management.

Minerals:

All owned mineral estate will be retained with the sale. Wind and solar estate will convey.

Landscape:

ShA, Sherm clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, 1,007.68, 32.04% - 45, 2s

SuA, Sunray loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, 804.53, 25.58% - 51, 2e

KaC, Karde loam, moist, 3 to 8 percent slopes, 722.37 22.97% - 40, 4e

SuB, Sunray loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes, 229.37, 7.29% - 51, 3e

GrA, Gruver clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, 124.81, 3.97% - 49, 2c

Ne, Ness clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently ponded, 92.73, 2.95% - 11, 5w

DuA, Dumas loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, 67.21, 2.14% - 57, 2c

Exclusions:

Any and all rolling stock will be excluded from the sale. Panels, cattle equipment, fuel tanks, bunks & chutes will be negotiable.

Zoning/Easements:

The property is outside of any municipality therefore it is not zoned. All existing easements will be identified by surveyors & title company. Natural gas & electric easements are already known.

Estimated Taxes:

Taxes with exemptions: $4,551.75

*This is an estimated tax for 2026. Potential buyers will be responsible for verifying the taxes with or without exemptions.*

Area:

Baskin ranch sits in SW quadrant of Sherman county. Approximately 1/2 mile east of Hwy 287.

Access:

This farm boasts a total of 11 miles of road frontage. Out of the 11 miles, 5 miles are paved access & 6 are dirt roads.

Directions:

Hwy 287 south of Stratford, TX. When you get to FM 1573, head east for 1 mile. The property is on the south side of the road.