Mesquite Hollow Ranch is a 75 +/- acre recreational property located near Purmela in Coryell County. The ranch offers a diverse mix of open field, mesquite and hardwood cover, natural meadows, multiple draws, and an approximately 0.25 +/- acre pond. With direct paved access off County Road 180 and electricity available along the property boundary, the ranch is ready for a future homesite, weekend retreat, hunting property, or livestock operation. The pond was recently redone and is fed by a natural draw running through the ranch. Positioned toward the back of the property with cover around, it creates a natural focal point for wildlife and livestock. Mesquite Hollow Ranch is a manageable Central Texas property with paved access, electricity, water, and a landscape that offers both recreational value and future development potential. The ranch is located directly off paved County Road 180 near Purmela in Coryell County. The property offers year-round access without shared easements or private roads. An approximately 0.25 +/- acre pond is located toward the back of the ranch. The pond was recently redone, is holding water well, and is fed by a natural draw running through the property. Additional draws cross the ranch and may offer opportunities for future pond construction. No water well is currently located on the property. Wells in this area of Coryell County typically reach water at approximately 530 to 600 feet, with reported yields around 25 gallons per minute. Electricity is running along the property boundary and near the County Road 180 frontage, providing convenient access for future on site access for a residence, cabin, barn, rv hookup. The mix of mesquite and hardwood cover, open meadows, natural draws, and an existing pond creates quality habitat for whitetail deer, Rio Grande turkey, dove, and wild hogs.
Opportunities like this don't come along often! Situated on 1.5 UNRESTRICTED acres, this truly one-of-a-kind property includes TWO SEPARATE RESIDENCES FOR ONE INCREDIBLE PRICE! The centerpiece is a beautifully remodeled historic church that has been thoughtfully transformed into a stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bath home, while the 3-bedroom, 2-bath doublewide offers additional living space, making this property ideal for multi-generational living, rental income/AirBNB, guests, or anyone needing extra flexibility. Inside the converted church, you'll find a bright open-concept layout, gorgeous original hardwood flooring throughout the main living area and both bedrooms, a beautiful new kitchen with new cabinetry, countertops, and stainless steel appliances, plus a spacious primary suite featuring a walk-through closet and luxurious glass walk-in shower. Even more exciting, the framework has already been built for a potential second story beyond the current drop ceiling, offering ENDLESS POSIBILITIES FOR FUTURE EXPANSION. The doublewide provides its own kitchen, dining area, living room, laundry room, and 3 bedrooms complete with walk-in closets, along with updated wood-look flooring in the dining and living rooms, creating a comfortable SECOND HOME ready for family or guests. Outside, enjoy the freedom that comes with UNRESTRICTED ACREAGE, a brand-new septic system, storage shed, and plenty of room to customize the property to fit your needs. Both refrigerators convey, and the sellers are offering $5,000 TOWARD A NEW ROOF FOR THE DOUBLEWIDE, making this an even better value. Whether you're searching for a unique homestead, an investment opportunity, or a property that offers room to grow, 117 FM 183 delivers endless possibilities. Being sold as-is. Schedule your private showing today and imagine everything this remarkable property could become!
Nestled on a hill just minutes from the town of Gatesville sits this beautiful 50-acre tract. Offering an outstanding combination of accessibility, privacy, recreational, and development appeal. A few of the things this amazing property has to offer is a rectangular layout, paved road frontage on three sides along FM 932 and FM 1241, hunting potential, long range views, and a desirable Central TX location. Read more about the 50 acres below and don't hesitate to reach out with any questions!
Country Living, Hunting & Livestock Ready! 81.85 Acres Experience the perfect blend of comfortable country living and productive ranch land with this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath Palm Harbor home setting on 81.85 acres. The open-concept floor plan features a spacious living area that flows into the kitchen, complete with custom cabinetry and ample storage. Enjoy relaxing on the covered 10-foot front porch, while the 20' x 20' addition provides excellent storage or workshop space. Additional improvements include a two-car carport and a Multi-County Water Supply water meter. Designed for both recreation and agricultural use, the property features rolling terrain, mature tree cover, one stock tank, good perimeter and cross fencing, several storage buildings, a small barn, and a set of cattle pens. The multiple cross-fenced pastures make it ideal for cattle, horses, or other livestock while still providing plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. Wildlife is abundant with whitetail deer, turkey, dove, and hogs, making this an excellent hunting and recreational property. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, weekend retreat, horse property, or small cattle ranch, this property offers the versatility to fit a variety of lifestyles. Conveniently located in the heart of Central Texas, the property is approximately 20 minutes from Evant, Hamilton, and Gatesville, and about one hour from Waco, Temple, Killeen-Fort Cavazos, Brownwood, and Stephenville. This is a rare opportunity to own a well-equipped country property that offers comfortable living, productive pastureland, excellent hunting, and a highly desirable Central Texas location.
Country Living, Hunting & Livestock Ready! 81.85 Acres Experience the perfect blend of comfortable country living and productive ranch land with this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath Palm Harbor home setting on 81.85 acres. The open-concept floor plan features a spacious living area that flows into the kitchen, complete with custom cabinetry and ample storage. Enjoy relaxing on the covered 10-foot front porch, while the 20' x 20' addition provides excellent storage or workshop space. Additional improvements include a two-car carport and a Multi-County Water Supply water meter. Designed for both recreation and agricultural use, the property features rolling terrain, mature tree cover, one stock tank, good perimeter and cross fencing, several storage buildings, a small barn, and a set of cattle pens. The multiple cross-fenced pastures make it ideal for cattle, horses, or other livestock while still providing plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. Wildlife is abundant with whitetail deer, turkey, dove, and hogs, making this an excellent hunting and recreational property. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, weekend retreat, horse property, or small cattle ranch, this property offers the versatility to fit a variety of lifestyles. Conveniently located in the heart of Central Texas, the property is approximately 20 minutes from Evant, Hamilton, and Gatesville, and about one hour from Waco, Temple, Killeen-Fort Cavazos, Brownwood, and Stephenville. This is a rare opportunity to own a well-equipped country property that offers comfortable living, productive pastureland, excellent hunting, and a highly desirable Central Texas location.
This 10.01-acre tract sits just south of Hamilton in Hamilton County. It is approximately 1.5 to 2 hours from the DFW Metroplex. The property is primarily flat, open pasture. It offers a quiet rural setting with recreational potential. Whitetail deer, dove, and other native game are commonly seen throughout the area, making this a solid recreational tract.
563.17± Acres, Private Lake Ranch, Coryell County, Texas 563.17 acres located approximately 10 miles east of Evant in Coryell County. This recreational ranch offers excellent hunting, fishing, scenic views, and quality improvements in a convenient Central Texas location. The ranch features a 4-bedroom, 2-bath lodge overlooking a beautiful 14-acre lake. The home offers an open-concept living area, wraparound porch, & screened back porch with outstanding lake views. A 40' x 50' metal building provides ample storage for equipment, boats, ATVs, & ranch vehicles. The 14-acre lake includes a dock & boat ramp and is stocked with Florida Largemouth Bass. Two additional stock ponds provide water for wildlife & livestock. Good interior roads provide easy access throughout the ranch. The property is enclosed with an 8-foot game fence & features rolling terrain, quality tree cover, and elevations ranging from approximately 1,120 feet to 1,340 feet, providing panoramic views across the ranch. The diverse habitat supports abundant native wildlife. The ranch also has several exotic species, including Zebra, Wildebeest, Blackbuck, Scimitar Oryx, Transcaspian Urials, Sable Antelope, Axis Deer, and Eland. Exotic animals are available for purchase separately. This property is well suited for hunting, fishing, wildlife management, recreation, or a private family retreat. The combination of the large stocked lake, varied terrain, scenic hilltops, and quality improvements creates an exceptional recreational property. Located in Evant ISD, the ranch is approximately 15 minutes from Evant, 30 minutes from Gatesville, Hamilton, Lampasas, and Goldthwaite, approximately one hour from Waco, Temple, and Killeen, about two hours from Austin, and approximately two and one-half hours from the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. This ranch offers an excellent combination of water, wildlife habitat, recreational opportunities, quality improvements, and a desirable Central Texas location.
563.17± Acres, Private Lake Ranch, Coryell County, Texas 563.17 acres located approximately 10 miles east of Evant in Coryell County. This recreational ranch offers excellent hunting, fishing, scenic views, and quality improvements in a convenient Central Texas location. The ranch features a 4-bedroom, 2-bath lodge overlooking a beautiful 14-acre lake. The home offers an open-concept living area, wraparound porch, & screened back porch with outstanding lake views. A 40' x 50' metal building provides ample storage for equipment, boats, ATVs, & ranch vehicles. The 14-acre lake includes a dock & boat ramp and is stocked with Florida Largemouth Bass. Two additional stock ponds provide water for wildlife & livestock. Good interior roads provide easy access throughout the ranch. The property is enclosed with an 8-foot game fence & features rolling terrain, quality tree cover, and elevations ranging from approximately 1,120 feet to 1,340 feet, providing panoramic views across the ranch. The diverse habitat supports abundant native wildlife. The ranch also has several exotic species, including Zebra, Wildebeest, Blackbuck, Scimitar Oryx, Transcaspian Urials, Sable Antelope, Axis Deer, and Eland. Exotic animals are available for purchase separately. This property is well suited for hunting, fishing, wildlife management, recreation, or a private family retreat. The combination of the large stocked lake, varied terrain, scenic hilltops, and quality improvements creates an exceptional recreational property. Located in Evant ISD, the ranch is approximately 15 minutes from Evant, 30 minutes from Gatesville, Hamilton, Lampasas, and Goldthwaite, approximately one hour from Waco, Temple, and Killeen, about two hours from Austin, and approximately two and one-half hours from the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. This ranch offers an excellent combination of water, wildlife habitat, recreational opportunities, quality improvements, and a desirable Central Texas location.
This 40 acre property offers the perfect blend of country charm, recreational peaceful living. The adorable farmhouse sits overlooking a beautiful pond stocked with catfish and bass, creating stunning views right from your front porch. A fishing doe extends over the water, providing the perfect spot to cast a line, relax, and enjoy the sunset. adding to the property's unique appeal is a charming rock building that makes an ideal man cave, game room or entertaining space. Whether your searching for a full time residence weekend getaway, or recreational retreat. There is additional 66.66 acres that joins this with farm house. MLS 21287577
Welcome to this 66.66 acre ranch property offering privacy, natural beauty, and endless possibilities. The farm house would make a great little deer hunting retreat with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths with nice big porch, perfect for enjoying peaceful Mornings, stunning sunsets, and panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a recreational property, or a private hunting escape, this unique ranch offers the opportunity to own a beautiful piece of Texas with the privacy and natural character that are becoming increasingly difficult hard to find. There is additional 40 acres with cute farm house over looking nice pond. MLS 21293550
617.69 acres located on FM 1241 just west of Purmela in Coryell County. Cow House Creek forms the southern boundary of the property with approx. 4,400 ft of beautiful rock-bottom frontage. The land offers a 160 ft elevation change with rolling terrain, scenic views, bluffs, ravines, and seasonal branches. About 35 acres are farmable, and the property has 4 stock tanks and 3 water wells, 2 with solar power. The ranch has excellent improvements. The main home is a 3 BR 2.5 BA cabin built in 2022 with approx. 1,400 sq. ft., a front porch, and a detached 2-car garage. Additional lodging includes a 1 BR 1 BA cabin, two small cabins each with bathrooms, a nostalgic camper trailer, and a tree house for kids or grandkids. A central kitchen-gathering area, a outdoor kitchen, men’s and women’s restrooms with showers and Air Conditioning & Heat, making it ideal for family or group events. The main workshop includes 2 storage rooms with 2 BR 2 BA guest suites above. Other outbuildings include a 24x12 storage, 30x24, and 40x60 metal building. There is also a chicken coop and garden area. This property is designed for both recreation and relaxation. It offers multiple homesites, excellent water, and diverse topography with open pasture, wooded areas, and creek frontage. It is perfect as a weekend get-away, hunting and recreation retreat, or future forever home. Centrally located, the ranch is approx. 20 minutes from Evant, Hamilton & Gatesville, 1 hour from Waco, Temple, Stephenville & Brownwood, 1.5 hours from Austin, and 2 hours from Fort Worth.
Trophy Hunter’s Dream! The Better Ranch is an exceptionally scenic, turnkey, high-fenced ranch for both hunting & nature enthusiasts. The price includes 3 homes, 130+ native and exotic animals, and all equipment and furnishings you need to move right in! These include a GMC pickup, a New Holland tractor, 2 ATVs, 5 hunting blinds, 8 protein and corn feeders, professional quality skeet thrower, gun safe, and walk-in meat freezer. Current inventory includes approx 43 Whitetail Deer, 27 Blackbuck Antelope, 23 Red Deer, 9 Fallow, 1 Axis, 1 Elk, 13 Emu, turkeys & 9 critically endangered Addax. Keen management, cross fending, and predator control of this rugged and unspoiled land have created a Whitetail population any hunter would be proud to hunt. Impressive antler scores are not uncommon. Water features include 3 nice-sized ponds stocked with bass. Honey Creek, a pretty wet weather creek, runs through the property. Two troughs provide supplemental water. The nearly 300 acres of pristine and secluded landscape features primarily hardwoods including abundant mature oaks. Acres of bluebonnets and other spectacular wildflowers are a haven for hawks, owls, and songbirds. There are 3 homes on the property. The largest is a 3 bed, 2 bath main house w/metal roof, granite counters, and a 2-car carport. This house sleeps 11 thanks to a bunk room. Enjoy Dark Sky star-gazing at the fire pit or watch magnificent sunrises from the covered porch and deck. The second home is a cozy guest house near the main house w/2 beds, 1 bath. It sleeps 4. There is a trailer home that could be updated to accommodate more guests. Additionally, there are three barns, hay loft, storage shed, corrals, and a chicken coop. All houses currently run off a 360 ft deep well. Water line & meter are in place although the current owners utilize the well. Internet onsite and incredibly low taxes due to a wildlife exemption. 90 miles to Austin, 50 miles to Waco, and convenient to Dallas and Houston, TX.



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Purmela is located in Texas. Purmela, Texas 76566has a population of 330. Purmela 76566 is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 25.64% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 36.55%.
The median household income in Purmela, Texas 76566 is $130,208. The median household income for the surrounding county is $58,414 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Purmela 76566 is 43.7 years.
The average high temperature in July is 95 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 34.1 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 32.8 inches per year, with 0.5 inches of snow per year.