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Wooded Agricultural Land
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$1,899,000

Merritt Road, Forestburg, TX 76239

Land, Forestburg, TX

Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size180.70 Acres
Days on Market158

Property Features for Merritt Road

General Information

Property type Land
Property subtype Other
Zoning description Outside City Limits. No know zoning restrictions.
Exterior features PrivateEntrance
Subdivision MCADAMS
Lot features Acreage, Hardwood Trees, Irregular Lot, Pasture, Pond On Lot, Many Trees, Sloped, Wooded
Elementary school Forestburg
Middle school Forestburg
High school Forestburg
Elementary school district Forestburg ISD
Middle school district Forestburg ISD
High school district Forestburg ISD
Directions Contact Listing Broker to Schedule all Showings. Letter of financial qualification is required. From Decatur, Take FM730 north 17 miles to left on FM 455 west, 3.8 miles to left on Valentine Bluff Rd. for 1 mile, left on Merritt Rd. 0.25 miles on left with For Sale Sign on Gate.
Standard status Active
APN R000010971
Lot size 180.70 Acres
Listing Agency: MacDougall Ranch Properties, L
Listed By: Robert Macdougall · License #0655623
Added: May 4 Changed: Sep 7 Last Checked: Oct 8 at 11:06AM
MLS# 21204755

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 180.7-acre agricultural property combines mature oak woodland, open native grass areas, rugged ravines, and elevation changes of approximately 80 feet. A wet-weather creek crosses the tract through a wooded section, while higher grassy areas offer countryside views and potential building locations. One stock tank is positioned near the Merritt Road frontage, with additional pond sites identified on the property. No structures currently exist.

The land has more than 700 feet of county road frontage and electric service is available along the road. It is approximately 6 miles outside Forestburg, 23 miles north of Decatur, 36 miles northwest of Denton, and 63 miles from Fort Worth. The property is currently ag-exempt. An oil-gas well site is located at the rear and is reached through the neighboring eastern property; the sellers' mineral interest will not convey.

Key Highlights

  • 180.7 acres with mature oak woodland, native grass areas, ravines, and approximately 80 feet of elevation change
  • More than 700 feet of county road frontage with electric service available along the road
  • Wet‑weather creek crosses a wooded area; habitat includes whitetail deer, turkey, and wild hogs

Property Analytics

Current Use

Hunting land

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

3
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 76239, TX

1,022
Population
601
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
48
Median Age
23%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
122.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
8
Density / Sq Mi
$65,000
Median Household Income
$36,453
Median Earnings
$839
Median Rent
$200,400
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Agricultural land / Farmland - Ag-exempt acreage with open grassland, mature oak cover, electric service along the county road, and a stock tank.
Where is this agricultural land / farmland located?
The property is located at Merritt Road Forestburg, TX.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,899,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 180.7 acres with mature oak woodland, native grass areas, ravines, and approximately 80 feet of elevation change; More than 700 feet of county road frontage with electric service available along the road; Wet‑weather creek crosses a wooded area; habitat includes whitetail deer, turkey, and wild hogs
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