Steve Ruffner, DVM
Capitol Ranch Real Estate, LLC
PROPERTY LISTED AT APPRAISED VALUE! ALSO POTENTIAL FOR LARGE SELLER CREDIT AT CLOSING TO FUND HERD AND PROJECTS! Imagine building your dream home atop one of the highest elevations in Van Zandt County, surrounded by panoramic countryside views, complete privacy, and over 141 ag-exempt acres of rolling East Texas landscape. Conveniently located just minutes from Canton, Athens, and Mabank, this exceptional property offers the rare opportunity to create a private estate, family ranch, or premier high-fence wildlife property.
Originally developed as part of an exotic wildlife ranch, the property is already enclosed with high-quality fencing, including predator wire, providing an outstanding foundation for establishing your own exotic game ranch, managing native wildlife, or operating a private livestock operation. A deep water well supplies multiple water stations strategically placed throughout the ranch, making future expansion simple while supporting livestock and wildlife alike.
Property listed at independently appraised value,
Potential for seller credit at closing to fund new herd or projects,
Ideal for a private high-fence ranch or luxury estate,
Currently a few axis deer and approx. a dozen fallow doe,
One of the highest elevations in Van Zandt County,
Multiple potential homesites,
Deep water well with multiple water stations throughout,
Nice pond providing recreation and wildlife habitat,
Rolling terrain with excellent privacy,
Suitable for whitetails, exotic wildlife, livestock, or recreation,
Existing infrastructure for future improvements,
Minutes from Canton, Athens & Mabank,
Easy access to DFW with excellent investment potential,
Boundaries in yellow are approximate
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Steve Ruffner, DVM
Capitol Ranch Real Estate, LLC
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Listed By: Aaron Ablondi of Whitetail Properties Real Estate