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    Turnkey Safari Park and Ranch Land Title is generated by Realmo AI

    W HWY 79, Franklin, TX 77856

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    $9,999,999

    LAND - Franklin, TX

    Lot size:
    240.00 Acres
    Added:
    Apr 6, 2026
    Days on Market:
    61
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 5 at 1:06 am

    Property Features for W HWY 79

    General Information

    Property type
    Land
    Property subtype
    Other
    Fencing
    Fenced
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    8715
    Lot size
    240.00 Acres

    Utilities

    Sewer type
    Septic Tank
    Heating system
    Central
    Cooling system
    Central Air
    Water source
    Well
    Water front features
    Creek

    Building Details

    Additional Structures
    Barn(s)

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    Listing Contact
    Haley Holden

    Listing agent Haley Holden License #0641896

    Listing office Texas Luxury and Land Clifton, TX

    Listing date Apr 6, 2026

    MLS# 21218285 Listing URL

    Copyright © 2026 North Texas Real Estate Information Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    HighLights

    • Franklin drive‑thru safari park on 240 acres with prime Highway 79 frontage; operated as an established business for 10+ years
    • Turnkey operation includes 100+ species of native and exotic animals plus equipment and extensive infrastructure
    • 5,000+/- SF main residence built in 2020 with 5 bedrooms, multiple living areas, office, and entertainment‑ready game room
    • Additional lodging includes 3,200+/- SF guest house and seven rental cabins, plus multiple staff residences
    • Outdoor amenities include a resort‑style pool with slide, grotto, hot tub, and cabana with outdoor kitchen
    • High‑fenced and cross‑fenced ranch with three electric wells, five ponds, and a wet‑weather creek; well water and septic tank

    Overview

    This turnkey safari park and ranch offering features an established, fully operational wildlife experience set across 240 acres. The property is high-fenced and cross-fenced, supported by three electric wells, five ponds, and a wet-weather creek, with well-maintained roads throughout. The onsite improvements are purpose-built for hosting and animal care, including a gift shop, reptile house, bird enclosures, barns, a shop, and hay storage.

    Hospitality and lodging are designed to support multiple revenue streams. The main residence is a 5,000+/- square foot home built in 2020 with five bedrooms, multiple living areas, an office, and an entertainment-ready game room. Additional guest accommodations include a 3,200+/- square foot guest house, seven rental cabins, and multiple staff residences. Outdoor amenities include a resort-style pool with slide, grotto, hot tub, and cabana with an outdoor kitchen. The wildlife collection includes over 100 species of native and exotic animals, with the included equipment and infrastructure supporting continued operations.

    For buyers and operators seeking an operating destination asset, this property provides an unusually complete platform, combining safari programming, lodging, and on-site facilities in one location. The configuration also offers flexibility for acquisition options, including purchase of the full 240 acres or a smaller safari-focused purchase.
    Property Profile Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Campgrounds

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    City
    Franklin
    County
    Robertson
    State
    Texas
    Longitude
    -96.518294
    Latitude
    31.002783

    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Campground - Fully operational wildlife park with extensive infrastructure, income-producing accommodations, and prime highway frontage.
    Where is this campground located?
    The property is located at W HWY 79 Franklin, TX.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $9,999,999.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Franklin drive‑thru safari park on 240 acres with prime Highway 79 frontage; operated as an established business for 10+ years; Turnkey operation includes 100+ species of native and exotic animals plus equipment and extensive infrastructure; 5,000+/- SF main residence built in 2020 with 5 bedrooms, multiple living areas, office, and entertainment‑ready game room
    (254) 749-2175
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    Listing Contact
    Haley Holden
    Real Estate License ID: 0641896
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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