$1,714,500 • 127 acres
Owned by the same family since 1998, Knights Branch Creek Ranch offers the perfect blend of wide-open spaces and convenience, all within commuting distance of Austin. Surrounded by productive agricultural land, the property provides exceptional opportunities for fishing, hunting, and cattle grazing while offering the peace and privacy of country living. With strong long-term appreciation potential driven by the continued growth of Central Texas, this is an outstanding opportunity for recreation, investment, or a legacy family ranch.
LOCATION
Situated about 17.8 miles southeast of Taylor, Knights Branch Creek Ranch is located at 17000 FM 112, Thrall, TX within Thrall ISD school boundary zones. There is approximately 1,050 feet of road frontage on FM 112. Proximity:
3 miles from Sandow Lakes development (former Alcoa site)
13 miles from Samsung Semiconductor
17.8 miles from Taylor
20 miles from HEB (Taylor)
50 miles from downtown Austin
50 miles from ABIA
TOPOGRAPHY, RANGELAND & HABITAT
The property features gently rolling topography with elevations ranging from approximately 440 to 470 feet, creating an attractive and highly usable landscape. The land consists of a blend of native pasture and productive hay fields, offering excellent versatility for livestock grazing, hay production, or recreational use. Mature oak, elm, and pecan trees are scattered throughout the property, providing shade, visual character, and valuable wildlife habitat. The combination of open pasture, productive grassland, and established hardwoods creates a healthy rangeland environment that supports a variety of native wildlife while offering the classic beauty of the Central Texas countryside.
WILDLIFE
The wildlife species found on the property are commonly found in this area, such as white-tailed deer, duck, hogs, and birds.
AGRICULTURE
An existing cattle grazing lease maintains the property’s agricultural tax valuation.
IMPROVEMENTS
A 1,512-square-foot mobile home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms is situated on the property, featuring a screened front porch and an open back porch for enjoying the surrounding countryside. An equipment barn is conveniently located near the front entrance, providing ample storage for ranch equipment and tools. On the southern side of the creek, an impressive skeet range offers a unique recreational amenity for shooting enthusiasts.
WATER
Tree-lined Knights Branch creek meanders through the property for about 0.75 miles. There is one significant pond and two tanks. A windmill pumps oxygen to the significant pond and you have the ability to add water through the well. There is one water well producing 50+ GPM, housed within a dedicated pump house near the mobile home.
ELECTRICITY
Bluebonnet Electric services this property.
AREA HISTORY
Texas Northern Blackland Prairie is known for its tallgrass prairie, nutrient-rich clay soils, high quality grazing land for livestock, and good habitat for wildlife. This property also benefits from rich arrowhead history.