
Recreational & Residential Land for Sale in Purmela, Texas
County Road 96, Purmela, TX 76566
Approximately 48± acres located in the heart of Central Texas offering a strong combination of privacy, usability, recreation, and future homesite potential. With frontage on both FM 1241 and CR 96, this property provides convenient access while still offering the peaceful, quiet setting buyers are searching for when leaving the city behind.
The land features beautiful elevation changes reaching approximately 1,120 feet, creating long-range views, stunning sunsets, and multiple excellent building sites throughout the property. One of the most attractive homesite locations sits near a large mature oak tree with nearby electric availability and Multi-County water close by, helping simplify future development and reduce infrastructure costs.
This tract offers versatility for a variety of uses including a private homestead, recreational retreat, hunting property, weekend getaway, or agricultural operation. Native grasses, open areas, and natural habitat create an ideal environment for wildlife, with the property supporting deer, turkey, migratory birds, hummingbirds, painted buntings, and monarch butterflies throughout the seasons.
For buyers seeking a balance of recreation and practicality, the property offers the rare combination of peaceful rural living with accessible utilities already nearby. The rolling topography, privacy, dark skies, and low-traffic location make it an ideal setting for those wanting space to build, retire, hunt, or simply enjoy their own piece of Texas.
The property also carries deep Texas history, having remained in the same family lineage dating back to the 1800s, adding a sense of legacy and stewardship that is increasingly difficult to find.
Whether your vision is building a forever home, creating a recreational ranch, running livestock, or investing in quality Central Texas land, this property offers the flexibility and natural beauty to make it happen.
Location
- Street address
- County Road 96
- County
- Coryell County
- Community
- WM Johnson
- Elevation
- 1,141 feet
Directions
From Gatesville Head West on Hwy 84 (Main St) Turn right on FM 932 at blinking light towards Purmela. Turn left on FM 1241. Turn right on CR 96. You will see property to right, watch for sign. Cross cattle guard and follow CR 96 and you will see gate to property with sign. GPS is 31.5104, -98.0239
Property details
- Acreage
- 48 acres
- MLS #
- NTREIS 21264498
- Posted
Parcels
- 148366
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Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Land
- Subtype
- Unimproved Land
Nearby schools
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Evant | Elementary |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 14, 2026 | New listing | $367,200 | — | NTREIS |
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