El Rayo Ranch – 124 Acres, Jim Wells County Just 5 miles south of Alice and 1 mile north of Ben Bolt, El Rayo Ranch offers 124 acres with prime Hwy281 frontage (663 ft) and CR48 frontage (1,556 ft). The property features about 50 acres of mature native brush for wildlife habitat and the balance in productive farmland, currently planted in sesame. Fine sandy loam soils are ideal for crops or improved pasture. Improvements include power on site, an established water well with submersible pump, and a solid interior road system. No floodplain or restrictions—ideal for agricultural, recreational, or commercial use. Abundant wildlife includes deer, dove, and hogs. With its location, low ag taxes, and income-producing lease, Rayo Ranch is a rare opportunity for farming, hunting, or future development. Offered at $651,000 ($5,250/acre). Seller to provide current survey and standard title policy.
For sale
Price cut: $31K (4/21)
$651,000
S Highway 281, Alice, TX 78332
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Farm/Ranch
Built in 1900
124.21 Acres Lot
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What's special
Productive farmlandFine sandy loam soils
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Listed by:
John Lynd,
Bluestem Ranch Group
Source: KVMLS,MLS#: 120861
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Facts & features
Interior
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Features
- Levels: None
- Fencing: Partial
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 124.21 Acres
- Features: Ag Exempt, Hunting Permitted, Farm
- Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Zoning: Other
- Other equipment: None
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: None
- Property subtype: Farm/Ranch
Materials
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Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: None
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Other
Location
- Region: Alice
Financial & listing details
- Date on market: 11/12/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Other
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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$2,105/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 4/21/2026 | Price change | $651,000-4.5% |
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| 11/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $682,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 78332
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Noonan Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 5/10Adams Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 4/10Alice High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.4 mi
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- Texas
- Jim Wells County
- Alice
- 78332
- S Highway 281





