
Land with Home for Sale in Thornton, Texas
1829 W FM 1246, Thornton, TX 76687
The Rocking B Ranch is a 118+/- acre ranch in Limestone County, Texas, offering an outstanding combination of productive agricultural land, quality improvements, and exceptional recreational opportunities. At the heart of the property is a well-maintained 2,512+/- square foot brick home featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, beautifully situated beneath magnificent mature pecan and oak trees. Additional improvements include a 2,500+/- square foot barn suitable for equipment storage or workshop use. Approximately 30+/- acres are established in hay field, while the balance consists of pasture with scattered trees, creating an ideal setting for cattle, horses, recreation, and peaceful country living. Ideally located at the corner of FM 1246 and FM 147, the property is approximately 4.5 miles northwest of Thornton, 7.8 miles southwest of Groesbeck, 38 miles east of Waco, and 71 miles north of College Station. The land offers an attractive balance of hay field and pasture with scattered trees, making it well suited for livestock and a variety of agricultural pursuits. The property features a water well that services the house and five stock tanks that provide water for livestock and attract native wildlife. The ranch is known to support white-tailed deer, feral hogs, dove, and other native wildlife, providing excellent hunting and year-round outdoor recreation. The property is currently under an agricultural valuation.
Location
- Street address
- 1829 W FM 1246
- County
- Limestone County
- Zip code
- 76687
- School district
- Out of Area
- Elevation
- 513 feet
Directions
From Thornton drive down West FM 1246 for roughly 4.5 miles and the entrance is on your left.
Property details
- Acreage
- 118.57 acres
- MLS #
- HLAR 178995
- Posted
Parcels
- 45186
Legal description
A541 H I Thompson, ACRES 10 and A541 H I Thompson, ACRES 108.57
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
Lot
- Features
- Improved Pastures
Exterior
- Fencing
- Barbed Wire
- Features
- Stock Tank
Structure
- Stories
- 1
- Water
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Materials
- Brick
- Roof
- Metal
Interior
- Rooms
- Bathroom x 3, Bedroom x 3
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 2026 | New listing | $1,650,000 | — | NTREIS |












































