Beautiful 37+ acre AG-exempt property offering a rare opportunity to own a scenic piece of the Texas countryside in Colorado County. This versatile tract features gently rolling terrain, native pasture, scattered trees, wooded areas, and abundant wildlife, making it ideal for a private ranch, recreational retreat, weekend getaway, or future homesite. Enjoy peaceful rural surroundings, wide-open views, and a wonderful sense of privacy, all while being conveniently located between Houston and Austin, and just minutes from Columbus and Round Top. With road frontage/access from Zimmerscheidt Road, this property combines natural beauty, flexibility, and convenience into one highly desirable area. Whether you are looking to build your dream home, invest in land, or create a private escape, this property offers exceptional potential.
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Vacant Land
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Colorado County
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Last updated by owner on Apr 4, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 111° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
99% 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
New Ulm, TX • 78950
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Exceptional sunlight
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This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in New Ulm. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 1743 Zimmerscheidt Rd
$1,503,855
$195K under list price of $1.70M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $249K to $2.6M.