Lometa, TX 76853 (Lampasas County)
About this property
472 acres located just 8.6 miles northeast of Lometa and 20 miles northwest of Lampasas, this exceptional ranch offers the perfect blend of beauty, function, and privacy in the heart of Central Texas. The property features rolling topography with an impressive 320 feet of elevation change. Multiple prime vantage points capture breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Enjoy over one mile of both sides of Simms Creek, including natural springs, deep water holes and a 15ft waterfall. A picturesque one-acre tank and multiple wet weather creeks run through the property, adding to the wildlife appeal. Mature hardwoods abound, including but not limited to Pecan, Live Oak, Burr Oak, Shumard Oak, and Cedar Elm. Open pasture and 23 acres of productive hay fields provide an ideal balance for ranching, recreation, hunting, or investment. With more than half a mile of County Road 2200 frontage, the property offers excellent access. Existing improvements include a two-story farmhouse with 1656 square feet and private water well. The farm house needs some TLC but offers charm and versatility as a primary residence, hunting lodge, or weekend retreat. A separate 640-square-foot bunkhouse with private bath provides additional guest accommodations, while the early 1900s barn with hayloft adds rich history and function. A large portion of the property is cross fenced and perimeter fenced with barbed wire. The ranch is currently under a 1-D-1 agricultural exemption. Cattle production and hunting leases are in place with an area for RV campers that offers electricity. Whether you’re seeking a working ranch, recreational property, or private getaway, this remarkable acreage offers endless potential. Shown by appointment only.
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About the Area
16833 County Road 2200 None is located in Lometa, Texas, in Lampasas County. Lampasas County sits at the northeastern edge of the Hill Country, centered on Lampasas, a small historic city known for its mineral springs that once drew health-seekers from across Texas. The county blends working ranch land with proximity to the Killeen-Temple metro and the growing northern Austin suburbs.
The Lampasas River flows through the county seat, and Sulphur Creek, fed by mineral springs, runs through historic downtown Lampasas. The terrain features limestone hills and cedar brakes in the west transitioning to gentler agricultural land in the east. Lampasas sits at the edge of the Lampasas Cut Plain geological region.
Lometa had an estimated population of 787 as of 2023. The 76853 zip code has a median household income of $64,750, a median home value of $247,200, and a median age of 50.1. The average household size is 3.12 people.
Cattle ranching, agriculture, Fort Cavazos proximity, and a growing commuter population from the Killeen-Temple metro define the Lampasas County economy. The county offers affordable Hill Country-adjacent acreage for buyers who want the landscape without the premium prices of the core Hill Country counties.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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