Leakey, TX 78873 (Real County)
About this property
Set on 37 cleared, gently rolling acres, Cypress Crossing Frio River Ranch is a one-of-a-kind Hill Country escape. Offering an exceptional 1,124 feet of mostly deep, prime Frio River frontage on the unrestricted 30-acre tract, with approximately 397 feet running along both sides of Lot 1A, where the home is situated. Together with the private waters of Mill Creek and natural springs, the ranch offers multiple options for enjoying water, even during Texas droughts. Located in the highly sought-after Frio River Valley, the land is mostly level, grassy, and shaded by mature oaks, pecans, walnut, and ancient Cypress trees, a thoughtfully improved canvas for recreation, wildlife, or future development. The homestead is a 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath stone residence oriented to maximize light, views, and privacy. With 2,172 square feet of living space, an open floor plan, and sweeping porches, it serves as a comfortable headquarters for days spent outdoors. Across the paved drive is a multi-functional barn/workshop, designed with oversized doors tall enough to accommodate an RV and outfitted with an upper loft and separate apartment space featuring a kitchen, bath, and living area—ideal for hosting friends, a ranch foreman, or visiting family. The barn doubles as a flexible gathering space—perfect for a casual game of pool, a friendly pickleball match, or simply making memories together. A private lake on Mill Creek stocked with bass, catfish, and perch creates a peaceful natural centerpiece, while axis deer, wild turkey, and native wildlife roam freely across the property, offering on-site hunting opportunities. Crushed-rock roads, solar-powered entry gates, and minimal elevation changes make for easy access throughout the entire ranch. Whether you're envisioning a peaceful family compound, a generational legacy retreat, or simply a place to disconnect and breathe, this ranch offers something exceptionally rare—true riverfront living, untouched and unforgettable.
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About the Area
4292 N Us 83 Hwy is located in Leakey, Texas, in Real County. Real County is one of the most remote and scenic counties in the Texas Hill Country, a sparsely populated limestone plateau where the Frio River headwaters carve crystal-clear canyons through cedar and oak-covered hills. Leakey, the county seat, is a small community that serves as a gateway to some of the most spectacular river recreation in Texas.
The Frio River and its tributaries, including the Nueces River, originate in Real County, creating spring-fed canyons with exceptional water clarity. The terrain is rugged Edwards Plateau limestone with steep canyon walls, cedar brakes, and the occasional exposed granite formation. Lost Maples State Natural Area in neighboring Bandera County is accessible from Real County.
Leakey had an estimated population of 605 as of 2023. The 78873 zip code has a median household income of $44,688, and a median age of 57.5. The average household size is 2.36 people.
Hunting leases, river tourism, ranching, and a small but growing vacation rental economy centered on the Frio River draw visitors and buyers to Real County. The county attracts buyers seeking remote river canyon properties and large hunting ranches at prices reflecting the limited development infrastructure.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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