Brady, TX 76872 (McCulloch County)
About this property
Old Black Dog Ranch, situated in eastern McCulloch County, is an exceptional recreational property high-fenced with exotic animals, a beautifully updated farmhouse, and a remarkable equipment barn/barndominium. This ranch is meticulously maintained, offering surface water, intricate trails, effective brush management, and carefully planned structural enhancements. Located 9 miles northeast of Brady, the ranch is near the city regarded as the geographical center of the state, which is why Brady is known as the “Heart of Texas.”
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About the Area
0 County Road 476 Rd is located in Brady, Texas, in McCulloch County. McCulloch County sits in the heart of the Texas Hill Country transition zone, centered on Brady, which bills itself as the Heart of Texas based on its geographic centrality to the state. The county maintains an authentic working ranch character with minimal tourism development pressure.
The San Saba River flows through the southern part of McCulloch County, and the Brady Creek watershed drains much of the county's rolling mesquite and live oak terrain. The landscape features the transition from the limestone Edwards Plateau to the rolling plains of West Texas, with elevations around 1,600 to 1,800 feet.
Brady had an estimated population of 5,215 as of 2023. The 76872 zip code has a median household income of $55,278, a median home value of $192,700, and a median age of 56.9. The average household size is 2.4 people.
Cattle and sheep ranching, goat production, agriculture, and a regional retail hub in Brady define the McCulloch County economy. The county offers large working ranch tracts at prices reflecting the agricultural market rather than lifestyle premiums, making it attractive for buyers seeking productive land at honest prices.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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