1121 County Road 481, Alice, TX, 78332
About This Home
El Rayo Ranch 124 acres – Jim Wells County Conveniently located just 5 miles south of Alice and 1 mile north of Ben Bolt, Rayo Ranch offers 124 acres of versatile South Texas land with a prime location and exceptional potential. With 663 feet of frontage on Highway 281 and 1,556 feet along County Road 48, this property combines accessibility, productivity, and recreational appeal. Approximately 50 acres of mature native brush provide excellent cover for wildlife, while the remaining acreage is productive farmland, currently planted in sesame. The fine sandy loam soils are well-suited for a variety of crops or improved pasture. The ranch is unimproved but equipped with power on site, an established water well with a submersible pump, and a solid road system throughout. There is no floodplain and no restrictions, giving a new owner full flexibility for agricultural, recreational, or commercial use. Wildlife is abundant, including deer, dove, hogs, and varmints—making it a great hunting property or weekend getaway. Its location on Highway 281 near town, combined with low agricultural taxes, also makes it ideal for potential residential or commercial development. Whether you’re looking for a productive farm, a recreational retreat, or an investment with growth potential, Rayo Ranch checks every box. Financial: $651,000 or $5,250 /acre. Seller to provide current survey and Standard Title Policy. Property is currently leased to a reputable farm tenant providing lease income.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Materials
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Other
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Farm
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: None
Features
- None
- Flooring: Other
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1255000900000
- Horse amenities: Horses Allowed
Features
- Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Lot
- Lot size: 124.21 Acres
- Features: Agricultural,Pasture
Parking
- Parking features: None
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
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- Hurricane
- Drought
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Tornado
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
How This Home’s Risks Compare
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Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,160 | $37,920 |
| Home Insurance * | $1,297 | $15,564 |
| Property Taxes | $630 | $7,560 |
| Electricity | $238 | $2,859 |
| Total | $5,325 | $63,900 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
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How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-21 | Price change | $651,000 |
| 2026-02-19 | Listed for sale | $682,000 |
| 2026-02-17 | Pending sale | $682,000 |
| 2026-02-09 | Contingent | $682,000 |
| 2026-02-09 | Pending sale | $682,000 |
| 2025-11-11 | Listed for sale | $682,000 |
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