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Property Description
Welcome to this highly desirable 15-acre ranch property with highway frontage just outside Hico, TX. Approximately 13 acres of improved grassland offer excellent grazing potential, enhanced by a dirt stock tank, hay barn with workshop, loading pen, pull-through trailer shed, and multiple cross-fenced pastures for rotational grazing. A fenced garden with water access adds versatility, supported by a serviced well with updated pump and casing (2016). The 2,438 sq. ft. pier-and-beam home, built in 1972, features three spacious bedrooms, two full baths, open living-dining, and a fully renovated kitchen (2017) with alder cabinets, granite counters, subway backsplash, walk-in pantry, and KitchenAid appliances. The adjacent utility includes washer-dryer (2021) and extra storage. A large two-car garage offers ample space. Energy efficiency upgrades include LED lighting, attic insulation, Wi-Fi HVAC (2022), new electrical main breakers (2022), whole-home surge protection, solar screens, and a class-4 composition roof with guttering (2024). A Hunter Wi-Fi sprinkler system, whole-home water filtration softener, and solar-powered security gate (2019) add convenience and peace of mind. Foundation was reinforced in 2019 with engineering certification provided. High-speed internet available via NextLink. Depending on terms, equipment may convey, shredder, Stihl tools, Eastex utility trailer, and more. This property is an exceptional opportunity combining updated country living, modern energy efficiency, and ready-to-use ranch facilities.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 17305 N US Hwy 281
General
- Price: $674,900
- Taxes: $3,477
- Status: Active
- Type: Farm
- Source: NTREIS
- MLS ID: 21232210
- Updated: 4/8/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Cable TV, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Farm Equipment, Livestock Equipment
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Covered, Door-Multi, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, On Site
Location
- County: Hamilton
- Subdivision: Mariana Moro
- Driving Directions: In Hico, Turn North on Hway 281. Home is 2.4 miles on the right
School Information
- Elem School District: Hico ISD
- Midd School District: Hico ISD
- High School District: Hico ISD
- Elementary School: Hico
- High School: Hico
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Central, Electric, Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Well: Yes
- Cable Available: Yes
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Propane, Septic Available, Water Available, Cable Available
Structural Information
- Property Detached: Yes
- Architectural Style: Farmhouse
- Structure Type: House
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Construction: Rock, Stone, Stucco
- Roof: Composition
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Living Area: 2,530 Sq. Ft.
- Current Bldg. Use: Agricultural, Cattle, Grazing, Livestock, Pasture, Ranch, Residential, Single Family
- Year Built: 1972
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Barn(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 15
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 653,400
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Acreage, Agricultural
- Potential Use: Agricultural, Cattle, Livestock, Pasture, Residential, Single Family
Horse Property
- Horse Facility Desc.: Barn, Hay Storage
Financial Considerations
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale
- Tax Amount: $3,477
- Terms: Conventional, FHA, Federal Land Bank, Texas Vet
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: 534 M MORA; ACRES: 1.55
- Property ID: 19458
Listed by Broyles Realty, Bobby Broyles
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Schools
Schools serving 17305 N US Hwy 281
School District:Hico Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hico Elementary School 9th and Cherry St, Hico, TX 76457 | PK-5 | 3.3 mi |
Hico High School 901 Cedar Street, Hico, TX 76457 | 6-12 | 3.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 17305 N US Hwy 281
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/08/2026
Listed
$674,900
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 17305 N US Hwy 281
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,086
16%
$342,300
3%
2022
$938
—
$333,360
-3%
2022
$938
-7%
$341,910
79%
2021
$1,009
-68%
$190,600
15%
2019
$3,189
4%
$166,353
10%
2018
$3,053
8%
$151,230
8%
2017
$2,839
—
$140,660
—
2016
$2,841
1%
$140,750
—
2015
$2,805
74%
$140,350
53%
2013
$1,613
—
$91,464
10%
2013
$1,613
—
$83,149
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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