Hilltop Ranch Tract 1

A spectacular hunting property located just outside of Brady. This property has approximately 2500′ of paved frontage on Fm 2028, a city of Brady waterline running along the frontage with 2 additional taps reserved, and electricity in multiple areas. The eastern side of the ranch has a ridgeline that provides a scenic view of Brady and the surrounding area. The land is rich with Live Oaks and offers a well-balanced mix of dense cover and open areas, ideal for Whitetail and Axis deer. Come make this place your own escape or take advantage of the investment/development opportunities.
Multiple acreage options available: 257 Acres , 417 Acres

Location
2050 W. 17th Street Brady, TX 76825
1.8 miles from the intersection of Hwy 87 and FM 2028 in Brady, 80 miles to San Angelo, 130 miles to Austin, 140 miles to San Antonio, 200 miles to Ft. Worth and Midland.

Land & Water
The 160 acres have very typical habitat for this portion of the Edwards Plateau with 100’ of elevation change ranging from 1690’ to 1790’. There is approximately 2500’ of paved road frontage on FM 2028 (W 17th St). It has a combination of dense closed canopy oak-juniper woodlands and savannah-like areas with more grass cover. On the eastern side there is a high ridge line that provides a great view of the city and surrounding area. Below this ridgeline is an approximately .5-acre pond that holds good water despite the severe drought conditions. Notable wildlife on the property includes Axis Deer, Whitetail Deer, Rio Grande Turkey, Doves, and feral hogs. Trees observed on the property include Live Oak, Post Oak, Mesquite, Hackberry, Ashe Juniper, and Cedar Elm. The shrub and forb layer is comprised of Vine Ephedra, Catclaw Acacia, Texas Persimmon, Buckley’s Yucca, Whitebrush, Elbowbush, Lotebush, Tasajillo, Prickly Pear, Green Briar, Broomweed, and Agarita. Grass species observed include Texas Wintergrass, Little Bluestem, Yellow Indian Grass, Threeawn, and KR Bluestem.

Improvements & Utilities
This tract will be taken out of a larger tract. The property has perimeter fencing except for the new western boundary. The existing fencing is a combination of netwire and barbwire. Electric lines run along the frontage and a second line runs across the property in a general north to south direction. The city of Brady has a water pipeline running inside the frontage. There is an agreement with the city to provide up to 2 water taps into this water line. There is a radio transmitter tower on the eastern side of the property which also has an access easement associated with it. All blinds and feeders belong to lessee and will not convey.

Minerals
A portion of the mineral estate could be available subject to negotiation.

Taxes
The property is qualified for Agricultural Valuation via a Wildlife Management Plan. 2024 taxes were estimated to be $675.00

Community
Most of the needs of a rural landowner can be found in Brady. Lake Brady is just minutes away. Lake O.H. Ivie, one of the hottest bass lakes in the state, is less than an hour away.