This 38 ± acre tract in Ellis County checks every box for someone looking for recreation, a future build site, or a private getaway just minutes from town. Sitting only 4.5 miles northeast of Hays, this property gives you the freedom of country living while still being less than a 10-minute drive from Walmart. It’s the kind of location that rarely comes available, close enough for convenience, far enough out to feel like your own piece of Kansas countryside. Access is a major advantage here. The property sits along well-maintained chalk roads, so getting in and out is never a concern. Electricity runs along the road, and rural water is also in the area. North Fork Big Creek winds through the back portion of the property, bringing in a beautiful stretch of mature trees, shade, and natural habitat. This creek corridor draws wildlife and creates excellent opportunities for hunting, exploring, and year-round recreation. The mix of open ground and timbered creek bottom gives the land a versatile layout, whether you’re thinking about building a home, putting up a weekend cabin, or simply enjoying a private retreat where you can unplug and enjoy the outdoors. Properties this close to Hays, with this kind of natural beauty, water features, and utility access, don’t come around often. Whether you’re looking to build, invest, or enjoy a piece of Kansas land, this 38-acre tract offers the setting and potential you’ve been waiting for. ..
Vacant landProperty Type
38.67 acresLot Size
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Listed by Nicholas Nowak• Elite Realty Land & Auction
Bought with Nicholas Nowak• Elite Realty Land & Auction
Looking to build a home in the country? Or maybe trying to find a getaway property to build a shouse? Look no further!! This property has 76.32 +/- cultivated acres and 3.47 +/- acres of grass/building site with one of the nicest shelter belts (cedar trees) that exist in Ellis County. Mineral rights are believed to be intact and all of the seller’s interest will transfer to the purchaser. Newer fencing on the eastern and western lines of the property are an additional positive touch. Concerned about water? Don’t be!! The Seller elected to drill a new water well to give assurance of having water to the purchaser. The Seller stated that there is an active spring during the wet years. This property is located just a short 2.5 miles north of I-70 off of the Yocemento exit to Emmeram road and then west 3/4 of a mile, signs posted at the shelter belt on the south side. 7 Business day right of first refusal. Contact Mark Ottley at 785-623-1400 or Nathan Goetz at 785-673-3246 for all the details. ..
Public Records
Jan 1, 2008
Sold
$58,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$242 (+4.5%)
$1,560
2021
$232 (−2.4%)
$2,277
2020
$237 (+2.2%)
$2,424
2019
$232 (−0.4%)
$2,478
2018
$233 (+9.4%)
$2,493
2017
$213 (+100.5%)
$2,211
2013
$106
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79.2 Acres
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Ranch
County
Ellis County
APN
026-078-33-0-00-00-004.00-0
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Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
Property details
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Property Information
Property Type: Land
Property Sub Type: Agriculture
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 38.67
Zoning Description: A-L
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Lot Size: 79.2 acres
Style: Ranch
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County: Ellis County
APN: 026-078-33-0-00-00-004.00-0
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 3, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Washington Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 6.5mi
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Ellis High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 6.6mi
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.