A rare opportunity to own a piece of West Texas heritage is now available with the listing of Parsons Ranch, located approximately nine miles south of Marfa. Priced at $1,100,000, the 504.4-acre property offers a blend of open grasslands, scenic vistas, and versatile potential for agricultural, recreational, and hunting uses.
Property Highlights:
- Land Features: The ranch boasts gently rolling hills with good grama grass coverage and vegetation typical of the Marfa grasslands. At an elevation of approximately 4,500 feet, the property offers sweeping views of the Marfa plateau and surrounding mountain ranges.
- Wildlife: The ranch supports diverse wildlife, including mule deer, pronghorn, quail, dove, and javelina. A Texas Parks and Wildlife 1-D-1 open space agricultural valuation program is in place, and feeders for quail and deer are actively used.
- Improvements: Existing infrastructure includes good exterior fencing, one cross fence, a shallow water well with a storage tank and trough, a small set of corrals, and a storage shed. The property is clean and mostly unimproved, offering numerous building site options.
- Utilities: While there is currently no electricity on the property, service is available from Rio Grande Electric Cooperative within 0.5 to 0.75 miles.
- Minerals: The western 321.1-acre portion of the property is mineral classified, with the mineral estate belonging to the State of Texas. The remainder includes a small prior mineral reservation, and the sellers will convey their portion of the mineral estate. There are no active mineral leases. The Trans-Pecos Natural Gas Pipeline passes through the northern section.
Location:
Situated on Ranch to Market Road 169, Parsons Ranch provides easy access to Marfa, a renowned cultural hub known for its art scene, historic charm, and wide-open landscapes. The property is surrounded by other large ranches, ensuring privacy and uninterrupted views.
Pricing and Availability:
Parsons Ranch has been in the same family for nearly 30 years and is now being offered for $1.1 million. Showings are available by appointment to qualified buyers, and buyer’s brokers are welcome.
For more information, visit the listing on FindARanch OutWest or contact Cleat L. Stephens, owner and broker at FindARanch OutWest, at 888.729.4424 or cleat@findaranch.com.
