Located just outside Cranfills Gap in the heart of Bosque County, this 177± acre ranch offers a rare combination of productive land, scenic terrain, and rich local history. The property lies within the area of the original mid-1800s Norwegian settlement that helped shape the Cranfills Gap and Norse communities. With paved county road frontage on CR 4145, the ranch features rolling topography with elevations ranging from approximately 940 to 980 feet, providing multiple excellent homesite locations. A creek runs through the property, enhancing wildlife habitat and recreational appeal. Approximately half of the land is wooded with mature hardwoods, while the remaining acreage is open grazing pasture. Improvements include good cattle fencing, an existing water well, electric meter in place, and an old wooden barn adding rustic character. The property currently carries an agricultural tax exemption and is leased for cattle. No residence is present, offering a blank canvas for a custom ranch home, recreational retreat, or long-term investment. Conveniently located with quick access to Cranfills Gap, this versatile tract blends Texas Hill Country beauty, agricultural utility, and historical character.
13.26+ acres with 2 large metal buildings on the property on cement slabs - allows a quick homestead on this land! One is 30x40 and one is 50x30. Living quarters of 420 sq.ft. is inside one of the buildings. Shared well (with neighbor). Septic. Solar collectors may stay with property. Some/partial fencing close to buildings. Pond on property. You may walk the property accompanied by your Realtor but access to buildings is restricted to an accompanied visit
Located in the highly desired Norse Historic District of Bosque County. The farm is characterized by dramatic elevation changes, box canyons, rock outcroppings, native grasses, cultivation and good surface water. The land is characterized by plentiful mature trees, various types of natural grasses, and numerous seasonal springs. Two ponds and one seasonal pond create adequate surface water for livestock and wildlife. The elevation ranges an impressive 120 ft. The homestead consists of 2 small houses, a livestock barn, a shop building with an office, cultivated ground, and numerous examples of hand constructed historic buildings and features. One of the most unique features on the farm is a historic native limestone cabin. The rock walls and fireplace and axe-hewn rafters provide an amazing glimpse into the local history and craftsmanship. Other unique features include the hand-crafted masonry water storage tank, the hand-constructed rock retaining walls near the houses, and the stacked rock retaining wall along the livestock pens. There are also several small wooden barn structures. The first home is a 2BR 2B turn-of-the-century frame house, originally built as a parsonage and relocated to this farm. The 2nd home, referred to as the Ellingson Farmhouse, is a 2BR 1.5B home that is documented in the Bosque Historic Register as well as the National Historic Registry. Other improvements include a metal horse barn with stalls and a 30x72 metal shop building with attached 30x16 farm office that has electricity, water, and covered equipment parking. The 15-acres of cultivated ground are used to grow alfalfa, wheat, oats, and other crops. The farm is currently used to raise big horned Dall sheep, and the property includes a set of pipe working pens, perimeter fencing and cross-fencing. There is also a quail restoration plan in progress. The Seller believes they own 100% of the minerals which will convey with a full price offer.
71.08 acre property on County Road 4145 in the highly desired Norse Historical District between Clifton and Cranfills Gap. The property is currently used for coastal hay production (ag exempt) and occasional whitetail and turkey hunting. There is a seasonal pond and approximately 2460 feet of frontage on CR 4145. Schedule your private showing today!

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Cranfills Gap is located in Texas. Cranfills Gap, Texas has a population of 225. Cranfills Gap is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 30.36% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 28.41%.
The median household income in Cranfills Gap, Texas is $41,563. The median household income for the surrounding county is $59,328 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Cranfills Gap is 39.6 years.
The average high temperature in July is 94.7 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 32.2 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 34.5 inches per year, with 0.7 inches of snow per year.