Crane TX Real Estate & Homes for Sale

The well-known J Bar Ranch is now for sale. This legacy ranch has been in the same family since prior to 1906. After much consideration the family has decided to list the property for sale. This 17, 438 +/- acers is ranch located in NW Crane County, TX . The ranch is located south of Penwell with FM 1601 running parallel with the east perimeter for 7 miles. The south side is fronted by FM 1233 for approximately 5 miles, with the entrance to the headquarters on the eastern side. The J Bar Ranch features a fabulous headquarters with the main house, garage and upstairs apartment, large metal RV garage and trophy room, and barns, sheds, and outbuildings completely fenced within a 4 acre tract. Of keynote attention is the original ranch house that was built in 1906 by R.D. McGee who homesteaded the land in the 1800's. It is recognized by the Texas State Historical Commission as the "oldest" house in Crane County. The J Bar Ranch is contiguous on the north side of CR 1233 with the exception of 4 sections which is located across the highway on the south side. As seen by the pictures, this ranch is situated in the sand country of the Permian Basin and does have an inactive sand plant on it. This historic ranch was a prominent Hereford breeder for many years and the sand county is very strong for cattle. There are ample wells and water lines to provide service to watering troughs throughout the ranch. Please plan a good part of the day when viewing as this a big place with much to see.