Evant, TX 76853 (Lampasas County)
About this property
The Bennett Creek Ranch is a ±740-acre cattle ranch in northern Lampasas County near Evant, Texas, offering some of the most scenic and usable ground in the area. Rolling terrain stretches across the property, providing beautiful views in nearly every direction and a strong sense of elevation without being rugged. Bennett Creek runs along the southern boundary, shaded by towering pecans and bur oaks, and anchors the ranch with rich, fertile creek-bottom soil. The ranch is a rare combination of scenery, water, and functionality, offering a true Central Texas ranch experience. TOPOGRAPHY, RANGELAND & HABITAT Rolling terrain stretches across the entire ranch, providing beautiful views in nearly every direction and a strong sense of elevation without being rugged. The ranch features a mix of open rangeland, scenic ridgelines, and rich creek-bottom soils. Fertile fields along the creek bottom feature improved grasses established for quality grazing, while a well-maintained trail system allows for easy access and mobility across the entire property. WILDLIFE The varied habitat across the ranch supports an abundance of native wildlife, including white-tailed deer, turkey, dove, and other native species. The combination of creek bottom, hardwoods, open pasture, and water resources creates ideal conditions for year-round hunting and recreational enjoyment. IMPROVEMENTS Sitting above the creek, the property features a charming 2-bedroom home built in 2000, offering 2,027 sq. ft. of living space with views overlooking the creek bottom. It is complemented by a separate 3-bedroom guesthouse of 720 sq. ft., making the ranch well-suited for both full-time living and hosting guests. A 100 x 70 ft. pole barn provides ample space for equipment, hay storage, and ranch operations.
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About the Area
0 County Road 535 None is located in Evant, 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.
Evant had an estimated population of 559 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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