Harper, TX 78631 (Gillespie County)
About this property
Positioned just outside Harper with convenient access to Hwy 290 and I-10, this 174.8± acre Gillespie County ranch offers a rare combination of production capability, accessibility, and long-term flexibility. The property features gently rolling native pasture with scattered hardwoods and open grazing areas well suited for livestock operations. Well-maintained fencing and working pens support active ranch use, while the terrain provides both functional grazing land and expansive Hill Country views. All improvements are strategically located directly off a paved county road, allowing the majority of the acreage to remain uninterrupted and highly usable. The ranch includes a traditional brick single-family home offering a 3-bedroom, 2-bath configuration with approximately 2,145± square feet of living space. Additional improvements include a detached garage/shop, a 1,650± sq ft barn with workshop, a smoke room and dedicated meat processing room, along with livestock pens and working facilities designed for efficient ranch operations. The infrastructure supports cattle, goats, or diversified agricultural use, and the current ag exemption helps keep annual carrying costs low. Located within easy reach of Fredericksburg, Kerrville, and I-10, this ranch offers excellent regional accessibility while maintaining the privacy and quiet setting characteristic of western Gillespie County.
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About the Area
2020 Wendel Rd is located in Harper, Texas, in Gillespie County. Gillespie County is the cultural and commercial heart of the Texas Hill Country, anchored by Fredericksburg, a city founded by German immigrants in 1846 whose heritage is still visible in the architecture, festivals, and cuisine. The county is one of the top wine-producing regions in Texas, with over 50 wineries drawing millions of visitors annually.
The Pedernales River originates in Gillespie County and flows eastward through rolling granite and limestone hills covered in live oak, juniper, and peach orchards. Enchanted Rock, a massive pink granite dome, rises 425 feet above the surrounding terrain in the northern part of the county.
Harper had an estimated population of 1,199 as of 2023. The 78631 zip code has a median household income of $73,646, a median home value of $339,100, and a median age of 42.1. The average household size is 2.91 people.
Wine tourism, peach farming, agritourism, ranching, and a thriving retail and hospitality sector in Fredericksburg drive the county economy. Gillespie County consistently ranks among the fastest-growing rural counties in Texas, attracting buyers seeking vineyard estates, ranch retreats, and Hill Country lifestyle properties.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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