Harper, TX 78631 (Gillespie County)
About this property
Seller financing available making this an exceptional opportunity to own a premier Texas Hill Country property with long-term investment potential and immediate usability. Enjoy the quiet life on this 137 acre heritage property located less than 20 miles from the Gillespie County Airport with easy access to Fredericksburg, Harper and Kerrville. The property features stunning long-range hilltop views and diverse topography. A gated entrance off Fiedler Road leads into an exclusive enclave of just five large acreage estates. This is the last available tract in this community. A second private gate provides direct access to the property which is ideally located at the end of the road with no through traffic for added privacy. Multiple spring-fed creeks have continued to run throughout the recent drought. A newly completed dam enhances both the beauty and functionality of the property. Wildlife including blackbuck, axis and white-tail deer, along with a variety of birds, thrive on the recently cleared acreage featuring mature native trees such as Live Oak, Spanish Oak, Native Cherry and Cedar Elm. A high perimeter fence, water well and electricity are already in place, making this property ready for immediate enjoyment. Whether as a weekend getaway, private retreat, or working horse or livestock ranch, this property offers exceptional beauty, privacy and versatility in the heart of the Texas Hill Country.
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481 Living Water Ranch 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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