11454 HIGHWAY 1476, Comanche, TX 76442

The South Leon River Ranch is 406.11 +/- acres and offers an exceptional combination of productive grazing land, scenic live water, and outstanding recreational opportunities. Located in southern Comanche County, the ranch features rolling native pasture, mature oak and mesquite cover, excellent fencing, and diverse terrain that supports both cattle operations and abundant wildlife. With frontage on both the South Leon River and Mercer Creek, this ranch offers year-round appeal for ranching, hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation. The existing improvements include a home dating back to the 1800s, offering an excellent opportunity for restoration while preserving its historic character. Additional improvements provide functionality for ranch operations while leaving plenty of room for future enhancements. With frontage along both Highway 16 and FM 1476 enhances accessibility while also creating potential for future subdivision into smaller river ranchettes. Whether you're seeking a working cattle ranch, family getaway, investment property, or a ranch with long-term development potential, South Leon River Ranch delivers the versatility buyers look for in Central Texas. LOCATION: Located approximately 10 miles southeast of Comanche, Texas, the South Leon River Ranch offers excellent access from both State Highway 16 and FM 1476. The property features approximately one-half mile of frontage along Highway 16 and over one mile of frontage along FM 1476. TERRAIN: The ranch consists of gently rolling native rangeland with productive pasture, mature live oaks, post oaks, mesquite, and thick creek bottoms. Elevation changes create scenic views while providing excellent wildlife habitat and productive grazing acreage. IMPROVEMENTS: The South Leon River Ranch is well-equipped for both ranching and recreational use. The property features a 2,058 square foot ranch home built in the 1800s, a carport, livestock shed, and working pens, providing a functional setup for day-to-day ranch operations. A second headquarters on the north side of Mercer Creek includes an older ranch home, a hay barn, and detached garage. The ranch is fenced and cross-fenced with barbed wire fencing in fair to good condition and is serviced by electricity and 5 private water wells, offering a solid foundation for livestock production, hunting, or weekend enjoyment. WATER: Water is a defining feature of the ranch with frontage on both the South Leon River and Mercer Creek. Multiple stock ponds, 5 private water wells, and the live water corridors provide excellent water sources for livestock and wildlife while enhancing the property's recreational appeal. The property is located within Flood Zone C (above the 500-year floodplain), indicating a minimal risk of flooding, with only localized ponding possible. WILDLIFE: The ranch supports healthy populations of whitetail deer, Rio Grande turkey, wild hogs, dove, quail, and numerous native bird species. The combination of river frontage, creek bottoms, native brush, and open pasture creates exceptional habitat. MINERALS: Negotiable.