Located in Bell County near the upper end of Lake Belton, Wildlife Ridge is a 61.9+- acre property that offers a combination of residential improvements, recreational opportunities, and wildlife habitat. The property includes a custom Austin stone home, a large shop with utilities, and access to the Leon River through adjacent Corps of Engineers land. The home is positioned to provide views of the surrounding acreage while maintaining privacy from neighboring properties. A 40x50 shop on a concrete slab is located near the home and is equipped with electricity and a rainwater collection system. The combination of residential and utility improvements supports a variety of uses including agricultural operations, outdoor recreation, or rural living. The acreage includes a mix of open areas and wooded cover that create habitat for native wildlife. Deer, turkey, raccoons, and hogs are commonly observed on the property. A wildlife tax exemption keeps the property taxes at a very reasonable rate. The terrain supports hunting and outdoor recreational activities while also offering areas suitable for trail riding, hiking, or wildlife observation. One of the notable features of the property is access to the Leon River through neighboring Corps of Engineers land. This access provides additional opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and exploring the river corridor. Buyers should independently verify access rights and permitted uses with the appropriate authorities. The property is located approximately: 8 miles from Moody, 20 miles from Temple, 24 miles from Belton, 28 miles from Waco and 70 miles from Austin. This Bell County property may appeal to buyers seeking recreational land with residential improvements, hunting opportunities, and access to outdoor activities. The combination of acreage, wildlife habitat, utility improvements, and proximity to nearby towns supports a variety of potential uses. Owner financing is available.
For sale
Price cut: $150K (8/6)
$1,600,000
16240 Cowan Rd, Moody, TX 76557
3beds
2,582sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
61.9 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$620/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Custom austin stone homeHabitat for native wildlife
- 118 days
- 340
- 24
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jonathan Wise 0769247,
Whitetail Properties Real Estate 217-285-9000
Source: NTREIS,MLS#: 21292844
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven
Features
- Pantry
- Flooring: Carpet
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,582 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 61.9 Acres
- Residential vegetation: Heavily Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s)
- Parcel number: 31629
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Community/Coop
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Septic Available, Separate Meters, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Bland
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Moody
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $620/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $143,574
- Annual tax amount: $2,514
- Date on market: 6/5/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 119 days
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,136/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/6/2026 | Price change | $1,600,000-8.6%$620/sqft |
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| 6/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,750,000+15.5%$678/sqft |
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| 1/1/2023 | Listing removed | $1,514,700$587/sqft |
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| 12/6/2022 | Price change | $1,514,700-10%$587/sqft |
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| 6/17/2022 | Price change | $1,683,000-15%$652/sqft |
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| 5/23/2022 | Price change | $1,980,000-10%$767/sqft |
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| 4/18/2022 | Listed for sale | $2,200,000$852/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $32 +4.8% | $143,574 +7.8% |
| 2024 | $31 +20.2% | $133,196 +3.2% |
| 2023 | $25 +17.6% | $129,112 +42.3% |
| 2022 | $22 | $90,708 +11% |
| 2021 | -- | $81,716 |
| 2020 | $25 -52.6% | $81,716 +23.7% |
| 2019 | $52 +1% | $66,060 |
| 2018 | $52 -74.7% | $66,060 |
| 2017 | $204 | $66,060 |
| 2016 | $204 -91.9% | $66,060 -64.6% |
| 2015 | $2,506 | $186,404 +442.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $34,338 +3% |
| 2003 | -- | $33,338 +4.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $31,795 |
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Neighborhood: 76557
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Moody
- Middle: Moody
- High: Moody
- District: Moody ISD
Source: NTREIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





