1498 County Road 289 Ballinger, TX 76821
Estimated payment $49,303/month
Highlights
- Building Helipad
- Pond
- Granite Countertops
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- 10 Stock Tanks or Ponds
- Covered patio or porch
About This Home
The Lago Ranch encapsulates Texas to its finest consisting of 2,556+/- acres of rolling hills of groomed ranch mesquite pastureland. The ranch is located in south central Runnels County approximately 6.6 miles northwest of Ballinger and 6 miles from a public airstrip. The property is further located 35 miles from San Angelo and approximately 55 miles southwest of Abilene with each have regional airports. Ft. Worth and San Antonio are both within 3 hours.
The Lago Ranch has many water features that make it very unique. When entering the property you follow the shore line of Ballinger Lake which has a surface area of 591 acres. The public boat ramp is located within 5 minutes of the ranch headquarters, with some portions of the lake being accessible from the ranch. Species of fish include found in Lake Ballinger include Largemouth bass, White crappie, White bass, Channel and Blue Catfish.
The ranch has close to 30 earthen ponds or small lakes making the Lago Ranch truly a waterfowl paradise. Migratory and non-migratory waterfowl can be found on the numerous bodies of water that span the ranch.
An intricate water system sends water through a pipeline to supplement a few of the ponds/lakes with water. The water source for the pipeline is one well reported at 300 gallons per minute. The system also has water irrigation sprinklers that can be used to water the senderos across the ranch and is a must see feature of the ranch. 3 other water wells are located on the property.
Lago is cross-fenced into 4 main pastures, 2 traps and a field. There are 3 sets of livestock pens on the ranch. The house pasture has numerous inclement weather protection sheds for animals to take shelter in. New high fencing and pasture fencing has just been throughout the ranch.
Wildlife on the ranch range from whitetail deer, a strong quail population, hogs, and turkey. For the winged enthusiast, this ranch has some of the finest dove hunting in the state along with many species of waterfowl. The previous owner had fashioned their operation toward the enhancement of the bobwhite quail population. It created an environment that even in bad times has sustained a viable quail population. Quail ranches such as this are in short supply throughout the entire U.S. Its truly an outdoorsmans paradise.
The ranch has a modern headquarters with a main house and a guest house that were built to industrial specifications.
The Main House has 3500sf of living space, 3 bedrooms, and 3 baths. Its custom hard wood cabinets, modern flooring, modern tile and
accents make this house appealing.
All the structures and barns are matching in color and built out of steel and R-Panell skin.
The Guest House will make all your friends and family feel welcome. It is equipped with high end appliances and has spacious rooms. Its modern
interior is inviting for any guest or client. It is 2800sf and is split in the middle by a 2 car garage.
The houses are on an RO system for ideal drinking water.
A 1000 gallon propane tank as well as a secondary tank supply the houses.
The established yards are on a sprinkler system and keep the lush green yards looking great.
The property is well equipped with multiple barns and sheds to keep all your equipment, helicopter, and supplies out of the elements.
The Shop is an insulated 40'x70' metal building with a 10 Ton industrial trolly overhead hoist. The floor was poured 10 inches thick to
accommodate any size tractor or dozer. It has a 10'x40'storage room to store all your tools. The shop has an industrial steamer and quincy air compressor as well. The shop is wired to support most industrial needs. The shop has a 24'x70' lean-to for additional equipment parking.
The shop has a 14'x14' electric door to access the shop. You wont be disappointed in this awesome shop.
The second shop is 60'x80' insulated, has 3 electric doors, and is equipped with led lighting. There is a 60'x80' Helipad adjacent to this
building.
The 18ft tall equipment shed is 30'x120' providing ample space for all your ranching and farming equipment needs and is covered on 3 sides.
A commercial overhead water station will let you quickly fill water trucks, etc.
The ranch has a material pit that has good material for building roads, etc.
Established roads allow good access throughout the property.
It's worth noting that the ranch is within 30 minutes of O.H. Ivie Reservoir. This lake is a premier Bass fishing lake in the state as well as the nation. It holds a record number of 13 plus pound Largemouth share lunker bass.
Seldom do we see a ranch as diversified as this come on the market. The location of the ranch is centrally located in Texas and is truly a show place.
Make an appointment today to see this Unique/Highly Improved Recreational ranch, you will not be disappointed. All requested showing appointments should be made 24 hours in advance to accomodate any potential buyers.
Listing Agent
Drennan Group
Drennan Real Estate Group Listed on: 12/05/2023
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Lot Details
- Fishing include bass, catfish
- Property fronts a county road
- Cross Fenced
- High Fence
- Barbed Wire
- Fenced For Cattle
- Lot Has A Rolling Slope
- Current uses include agriculture, exotics, grazing, hunting/fishing, livestock, irrigation, agribusiness
- Potential uses include agriculture, exotics, grazing, hunting/fishing
Parking
- Automatic Gate
Interior Spaces
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Ceramic Tile Flooring
Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Granite Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Split Bedroom Floorplan
- Linen Closet
- Walk-In Closet
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Pond
- Wildlife includes elk, whitetail deer, quails, ducks, geese, turkeys, doves
- Covered patio or porch
- Shop
Location
- Easements include electric
Farming
- Equipment Barn
- 10 Stock Tanks or Ponds
- Loafing Shed
- Loading Chute
- Pasture
- Cattle
- Cattle or Livestock Pen
- Sheep or Goats
Utilities
- 4 Water Wells
- Septic Tank
Community Details
- Building Helipad
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/06/2023 12/06/23 | For Sale | $4,882,800 | -35.2% | -- |
| 12/05/2023 12/05/23 | For Sale | $7,540,200 | -32.9% | $2,154 / Sq Ft |
| 10/10/2023 10/10/23 | For Sale | $11,235,000 | -- | -- |
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