Short Ranch – 476± Acres | Prime Hill Country Ranch Welcome to the Short Ranch, a beautiful 476± acre Hill Country property offering rolling terrain, premium grazing grasses, and scattered mature oak and hardwood trees throughout. Improvements include a 680 sq. ft. 2-bedroom, 1-bath off-grid cabin with rusted tin ceilings, barnwood trim and wood burning stove. The cabin is powered by a complete solar system, with propane appliances and a private water well. Additional structures consist of a 30’x40’ barn, chicken coop, small storage building, and a greenhouse. This property is well-suited for livestock grazing, hunting, or recreational use. The diverse native habitat supports an abundance of Hill Country wildlife, including deer, turkey, and other game species. Whether you’re looking for a working ranch, a weekend retreat, or a private getaway, the Short Ranch is ready for your vision.
RanchProperty Type
2016Year Built
476.02 acresLot Size
$4,338Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Connor Short• Connie Strban, Broker
Bought with Non-MLS Nonmls• Houston Association of REALTORS
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Last updated September 2026
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Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
HARMLS #12585179
Sep 3, 2026
Sold
$2.00M - $2.30M
Mar 20, 2026
Pending
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Mar 6, 2026
Listed
$2,950,000
$4,338/sq ft
PAOR #101635
Sep 3, 2026
Sold
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Feb 11, 2026
Price Changed
$2,950,000
$4,338/sq ft
Nov 19, 2025
Price Changed
$3,500,000
$5,147/sq ft
Oct 7, 2025
Listed
$3,995,000
$5,875/sq ft
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Short Ranch – 476 Acres | Prime Hill Country Ranch Welcome to the Short Ranch, a beautiful 476 acre Hill Country property offering rolling terrain, premium grazing grasses, and scattered mature oak and hardwood trees throughout. Improvements include a 680 sq. ft. 2-bedroom, 1-bath off-grid cabin with rusted tin ceilings, barnwood trim and wood burning stove. The cabin is powered by a complete solar system, with propane appliances and a private water well. Additional structures consist of a 30'x40' barn, chicken coop, small storage building, and a greenhouse. This property is well-suited for livestock grazing, hunting, or recreational use. The diverse native habitat supports an abundance of Hill Country wildlife, including deer, turkey, and other game species. Whether you're looking for a working ranch, a weekend retreat, or a private getaway, the Short Ranch is ready for your vision.
HARMLS #97024067
Mar 5, 2026
Listing Removed
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Feb 10, 2026
Price Changed
$2,950,000
$4,338/sq ft
Nov 18, 2025
Price Changed
$3,500,000
$5,147/sq ft
Oct 5, 2025
Listed
$3,995,000
$5,875/sq ft
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
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Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2025.
Property details
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 12x12
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 12x12
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Room Information
Rooms Total: 2
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 680.0
Year Built: 2016
Exterior Features
Other Structures: Barn(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Farm
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Living Area: 680
Land Information
Horse Amenities: Horses Allowed
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Dirt
Road Frontage Type: None
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 476.02
Lot Features: Mobile Home Allowed
Has Additional Parcels
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,321
Tax Year: 2025
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Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Has Cooling
Location
School Information
Elementary School District: 993 - Utopia
Elementary School: UTOPIA SCHOOL
Middle Or Junior School District: 993 - Utopia
Middle Or Junior School: UTOPIA SCHOOL
High School District: 993 - Utopia
High School: UTOPIA SCHOOL
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Style: Ranch
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County: Bandera County
APN: 148750
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2025
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Disclosures: Easement(s), Seller Disclosure
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Utopia School
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