Land & acreage
Land, ranches & acreage
Ranches, horse property and homesites west of Fort Worth, plus a buying guide to water, access, ag valuation and land loans.
Land & acreage
Room to roam
Ranches, horse property, hunting land, homesites and unrestricted acreage across Parker, Palo Pinto, Wise, Jack, Young, Stephens, Hood and Erath counties. Buying land is different from buying a house: water, access, restrictions, taxes and minerals all shape what you can do with it. Jamie helps you ask the right questions before you commit.
Buying guide
Buying land in North Texas: what to check
- Access and easementsConfirm legal road access, recorded easements and who maintains the road.
- WaterIs there a water supply corporation line, an existing well or a pond? For a new well, check depth and cost in the area and groundwater district rules.
- Septic suitabilitySoil and site evaluation determine the septic system type and cost; see the well and septic guide.
- Restrictions and platsDeed restrictions can limit homes, barndominiums, manufactured homes, livestock or subdivision.
- Survey and flood zoneOrder a current survey and check the FEMA flood map; see the flood zone guide.
- Taxes and ag valuationUnderstand current open-space valuation and rollback exposure.
- MineralsReview what minerals are reserved and any existing leases.
- Utilities and internetElectric provider, line extension costs, and internet on the FCC map.
- FinancingLine up a land or construction lender early; see the Texas land loan guide.
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Popular areas for acreage
Weatherford · Springtown · Aledo · Mineral Wells · Graford · Jacksboro · Graham · Decatur · Stephenville · Breckenridge
Land FAQ
Questions land buyers ask
How much is an acre of land worth here?
It varies widely by county, tract size, road frontage, water, utilities and restrictions. Use recent sold land comps, not list prices. Jamie can pull sold acreage data for the area and size you are considering.
How many acres do I need for an ag exemption?
There is no single statewide minimum; each appraisal district sets its own guidelines for use, intensity and acreage, and the land must be used primarily for agriculture. Ask the county appraisal district (find it in the Comptroller county directory) before you buy.
What are rollback taxes?
If land with ag (open-space) valuation changes to a non-agricultural use, rollback taxes can be due for the previous three years, equal to the difference between taxes on ag value and market value (Texas Comptroller).
Can I put a manufactured home or build a barndominium on my land?
It depends on deed restrictions, subdivision rules, county requirements and septic site suitability. Read the restrictions and plat notes, and check county development and septic permitting before you buy.
How do I finance land?
Land loans usually require larger down payments than home loans. Options include local banks and farm credit lenders, construction-to-permanent loans if you plan to build, and for eligible veterans the Texas Veterans Land Board. Owner financing is sometimes available.
Do I get the mineral rights?
Not always. Minerals are often severed in Texas. The title commitment shows what is reserved; consult the title company or an attorney.
This content is general information, not legal, tax or lending advice. Rules and deadlines change. Confirm details with the appropriate agency, attorney, CPA or lender.
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