Escape to the heart of the Texas Hill Country with this exceptional 20.87-acre property in Utopia, Texas. Offering privacy, functionality, and breathtaking country living, this fully fenced and cross-fenced ranch is ideal for livestock, horses, hunting, recreation, or a self-sustaining homestead. The main residence features approximately 1,400 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, enhanced by a solar power system for increased energy efficiency. A separate 700-square-foot guest house provides outstanding flexibility with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, an eat-in kitchen, and living room-perfect for guests, extended family, rental income, or a private office. Built for both work and play, the property includes a 30' x 40' utility barn complete with a ventilated, heated, and air-conditioned paint booth. An additional 12' x 24' insulated building with sheetrock, heating, and air conditioning offers endless possibilities as a workshop, studio, additional dwelling, or hobby space. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the dedicated deer processing area and 5' x 5' walk-in cooler, making this property an ideal hunting retreat. Established gardens with fruit trees, raised beds, and a fully automated irrigation system provide ample opportunity for homegrown produce, while a rainwater collection system with 3,000 gallons of storage supports sustainable living. Gather around the fire pit under the stars or relax in the 12' x 12' screened gazebo while taking in the peaceful Hill Country surroundings. Located in desirable Bandera County, this versatile property combines rural tranquility with practical improvements and abundant wildlife. Whether you're looking for a working ranch, hunting getaway, multi-generational living arrangement, or private country retreat, this unique Utopia property delivers endless possibilities.
For sale
Price cut: $5K (8/13)
$820,000
1892 N Thunder Creek Rd, Utopia, TX 78884
3beds
1,816sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1999
20 Acres Lot
$785,100 Zestimate®
$452/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Eat-in kitchenDedicated deer processing areaFully automated irrigation system
- 90 days
- 138
- 8
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kimberly Paul 210-421-5277,
Coldwell Banker D'Ann Harper
Source: South Texas MLS,MLS#: 479136
Originating MLS: Corpus Christi
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Ductless, Solar, Central, Electric
Cooling
- Ductless, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Electric Range
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Features
- Open Floorplan, Split Bedrooms, Additional Living Quarters, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,816
- Total interior livable area: 1,816 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Covered, Carport, Other, Rear/Side/Off Street
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Garden, Other, Storage
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Cross Fenced,Other
Lot
- Size: 20 Acres
- Features: Pasture
- Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Other, Workshop, Barn(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 162984
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Horses Allowed
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Septic Available, Water Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Solar Panel(s)
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Short Term Rental Allowed
- Subdivision: Thunder Creek Ranch
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Utopia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $452/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $584,260
- Annual tax amount: $6,283
- Date on market: 7/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 91 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,USDA Loan,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$785,100
$746,000 - $824,000
$2,336/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/13/2026 | Price change | $820,000-0.6%$452/sqft |
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| 6/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $825,000$454/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,283 | $584,260 +40.5% |
| 2024 | -- | $415,974 +10% |
| 2023 | -- | $378,158 +10% |
| 2022 | -- | $343,780 +30% |
| 2021 | -- | $264,451 +10% |
| 2020 | -- | $240,410 -0.1% |
| 2019 | -- | $240,680 +1.8% |
| 2018 | -- | $236,360 +3% |
| 2017 | -- | $229,370 -0.8% |
| 2016 | -- | $231,230 -0.3% |
| 2015 | -- | $231,940 |
| 2014 | -- | $231,940 +10.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $210,516 +21% |
| 2010 | -- | $173,980 +44.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $120,710 +10% |
| 2008 | -- | $109,736 +10% |
| 2007 | -- | $99,760 |
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