Situated in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, just south of San Marcos, Purgatory Bend Ranch South offers 641± acres of unmatched natural beauty and conservation-focused land ownership. This private, sustainably managed property is a rare opportunity to own a legacy ranch with diverse landscapes, panoramic views, and excellent accessibility to Austin, San Antonio, and Houston. Topography, Rangeland & Habitat: The ranch features dramatic topography with 100 feet of elevation change, ranging from 850’ down to 750’ above sea level. Towering live oaks, lush native grasslands, seasonal canyons, and hardwood-lined ridges create a vibrant habitat for both wildlife and people. Purgatory Creek winds through the northern portion of the property, enhancing its scenic and ecological value. Purgatory Bend Ranch South boasts outstanding “pasture appeal,” thanks to an array of mature live oaks (many adorned with Spanish moss), cedar elms, native grasses, and the dramatic bluffs of Purgatory Creek. The terrain is highly varied, offering open uplands, wooded draws, and deep canyons. This diversity supports rich wildlife habitat and stunning view corridors throughout the property. Improvements: -1 windmill operated well and 1 electrical submersible well, both with either trough or natural water catchment for wildlife use. -Existing roads, fencing, water delivery, pens and electrical service.
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$6,730,500
0 W McCarty Ln, San Marcos, TX 78666
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641 Acres Lot
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What's special
Deep canyonsSeasonal canyonsPanoramic viewsTowering live oaksWooded drawsOpen uplandsHardwood-lined ridges
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Listed by:
J Bryan Pickens (888) 726-2481,
Republic Ranches, LLC (888) 726-2481
Source: Unlock MLS,MLS#: 2098724
Facts & features
Property
Features
- Fencing: See Remarks
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Rural, Skyline, Trees/Woods, See Remarks
- Waterfront features: Creek
Lot
- Size: 641 Acres
- Features: Views, See Remarks
- Topography: The ranch features dramatic topography with 100 feet of elevation change, ranging from 850’ down to 750’ above sea level.
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 19066
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Farm
Condition
- New construction: No
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, See Remarks
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: N/A
Location
- Region: San Marcos
Financial & listing details
- Date on market: 1/30/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 1/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $6,730,500+2592.2% |
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| 2/1/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/9/2023 | Price change | $250,000-28.6% |
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| 12/16/2022 | Price change | $350,000-9.1% |
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| 10/12/2022 | Price change | $385,000-1.8% |
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| 9/30/2022 | Price change | $392,000-0.3% |
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| 9/14/2022 | Price change | $393,000-0.3% |
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| 8/15/2022 | Price change | $394,000-1.3% |
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| 5/28/2022 | Price change | $399,000-11.3% |
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| 5/6/2022 | Listed for sale | $450,000 |
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Neighborhood: 78666
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hernandez
- Middle: Miller
- High: San Marcos
- District: SanMarcosCONSISD
Source: Unlock MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.









