The Watson Ranch is an amazing 99-acre countryside estate located on Highway 79 near Franklin, just a short drive to Bryan/College Station. Entering through the gated entrance, a long driveway leads to the back of the property and a 3,391 SF custom home situated on the highest point of the ranch. Sitting on the back deck next to the pool, there are panoramic views in every direction of the Brazos Valley. Additional improvements consist of a detached carport with space for four vehicles, a large 2,400 SF shop with office and RV storage, a four-stall horse barn, and a large equipment shed. The southern portion of the property along Highway 79 features highly improved pastures that are irrigated with a pivot for hay production, could also be used for a cattle operation if desired. The back of the property is heavily wooded with lots of wildlife and two ponds. The Ranch offers the ideal blend of agricultural and recreational opportunities, perfect as a weekend retreat or primary residence.
For sale
$2,995,000
4732 W Us Highway 79, Franklin, TX 77856
4beds
3,391sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
99.17 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$883/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Detached carportFour-stall horse barnHighly improved pasturesLots of wildlifePanoramic viewsCustom homeTwo ponds
- 138 days
- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 31, 2025 at 03:03am
Listed by:
Jay Tjoelker TREC #0553013 281-750-5776,
Oldham Goodwin Group, LLC
Source: HAR,MLS#: 79147014

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave
Features
- Dry Bar, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl Plank
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,391
- Total interior livable area: 3,391 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached Carport, Additional Parking, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Gated
- Carport spaces: 4
Features
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Fencing: Cross Fenced
Lot
- Size: 99.17 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Pasture
- Topography: Rolling
- Residential vegetation: Partial Coverage
Details
- Additional structures: 2 or More Barns, Stable(s), Storage Shed
- Parcel number: 8676
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Tack Room
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Water District, Well
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Franklin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $883/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $447,359
- Annual tax amount: $1,096
- Date on market: 12/9/2024
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right to Sell/Lease
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Gravel
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