• Exceptional 5-acre homesite located in the heart of College Station, offering flexibility for a custom luxury build • Prime location just off Highway 6 with effortless access to all Bryan-College Station conveniences • Approximately five minutes from shopping, dining, and everyday essentials • Beautifully wooded setting featuring mature trees and natural character • Gentle topography enhances build flexibility and visual appeal • Rare opportunity to enjoy privacy and a serene, nature-filled environment while remaining centrally located
Harvey Hillsides, located between Texas Avenue and Harvey Road, is a residential and hillside College Station neighborhood with curving streets and mature tree cover. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Texas Avenue & Harvey Road crossroads, where campus-bound traffic, local storefronts, and coffee counters set a steady weekday rhythm. Nearby pillars such as Century Square, The George, and the Benjamin Knox Gallery give the area a polished, arts-forward edge. Housing trends toward mid-century and late-20th-century builds with generous lots and shaded setbacks. Side streets feel quieter, while the main corridors keep daily errands and dining within a short drive. Green pockets and nearby trails add a natural counterpoint to the commercial spine.
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Property details
Exterior
Finance
Exterior features
Wooded lot
Home design
Land property
Construction
5.01 acres
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity available
Financial info
Annual tax approximately $2,150 (2025)
Electricity and solar
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Exceptional 5± acre private estate homesite located in the Harvey Hillsides Subdivision, offering flexibility for a custom luxury build Prime location just off Highway 6 with effortless access to all Bryan-College Station conveniences, entertainment, and outdoor activities Less than 15 minutes to Kyle Field & Texas A & M University Less than 5 minutes to Sam’s Club, 10 minutes to H-E-B and Target 15 minutes to St. Joseph and Baylor Scott & White Beautifully wooded setting featuring mature trees and natural character Gentle topography enhances build flexibility and visual appeal Rare opportunity to enjoy privacy and a serene, nature-filled environment while remaining centrally located
HARMLS #98650639
May 1, 2026
Price Changed
$474,900
Feb 11, 2026
Listed
$499,000
Public Records
May 20, 2024
Sold
*
BCSRMLS #24005363
May 17, 2024
Sold
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Apr 29, 2024
Pending
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Mar 20, 2024
Listed
$550,000
+5
Uncover the potential of this expansive 5-acre wooded lot nestled in vibrant College Station, TX. This sizable property offers a unique opportunity to custom build your dream home, surrounded by nature, yet conveniently placed in the heart of town. Despite requiring a touch of TLC, this exceptional find positions you a short drive from Texas A & M – just 4.5 miles away –and within easy reach of schools, shopping centers, diverse eateries, grocery stores, and medical facilities. The untouched site boasts mature trees, ensuring privacy and a tranquil setting for your future residence. Bring your vision to life today and reap the benefits of relaxed, country living blended with city conveniences. Here is a chance to build your sanctuary, from the ground up. Don't miss this rare opportunity!
HARMLS #28755071
May 17, 2024
Sold
$370K - $425K
May 10, 2024
Pending
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May 1, 2024
Pending
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Mar 20, 2024
Listed
$550,000
Public Records
Oct 14, 2022
Sold
*
BCSRMLS #22009901
Jul 21, 2022
Listed
$278,000
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,150 (+7.6%)
$154,559
2024
$1,999 (+0.5%)
$143,837
2023
$1,989 (−4.6%)
$143,837
2022
$2,085 (+16.8%)
$130,761
2021
$1,785 (−0.3%)
$102,079
2020
$1,790 (+8.8%)
$102,079
2019
$1,646 (+14.7%)
$91,680
2018
$1,435
$77,410
2017
$1,435
$77,410
Public record
Public record
Permits
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5.01 Acres
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Brazos County
APN
000000028592
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Last updated by owner on Dec 8, 2025.
Aug 12, 2025 • Active
Line design project
Construct a new residential building.
New construction
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 70-78% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 110° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
College Station, TX • 77845
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 8 Ranchero Rd
$438,009
$37K under list price of $475K
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