
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.” LOCATION: The ranch is situated 8.5 miles Northeast of Brady, Texas, and is accessed by frontage on county road 476. Austin – 2.5 hrs – San Antonio – 2.5 hrs – Dallas 3.75 hrs – Houston – 5 hrs. TOPOGRAPHY, RANGELAND & HABITAT: The property features a gentle roll in the front, where the home and barn overlook a spacious terraced field. Moving north, the terrain begins to undulate more distinctly, providing fantastic long-range views of northern McCulloch County from the back. The western rangeland of the ranch is primarily dominated by oak trees, interspersed with clusters of mesquite. The southeastern area mainly features grasslands, accompanied by groups of oaks, mesquite, and ash juniper. In the center, near the homestead, you’ll find impressive sprawling live oaks. WILDLIFE: Several years ago, the ranch was high-fenced and currently boasts a thriving population of axis and a small herd of fallow deer. While there are some native whitetails present, they are not part of active management efforts. The fence lines are meticulously maintained to prevent entry by hogs and coyotes. Additionally, there are chances to hunt doves and ducks. The front field has the potential to become an excellent sunflower or millet field for dove hunting.
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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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