1647 Rio Ranchero

$850,000
Price
4
Beds
2,250 Sq. Ft.
$378 / Sq. Ft.
2,250
Sq. Ft.
$378
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to your family's next adventure - a place to gather, grow, and make lasting memories on the beautiful Medina River. This 4-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on over 8 riverfront acres with approximately 275 feet of Medina River frontage. All improvements are well outside the FEMA floodplain for peace of mind. Set back from the road, the home rests at the end of a gently sloping, chip-sealed circular driveway, nestled among mature oak trees. Enjoy flat terrain behind the home with panoramic views...Welcome to your family's next adventure - a place to gather, grow, and make lasting memories on the beautiful Medina River. This 4-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on over 8 riverfront acres with approximately 275 feet of Medina River frontage. All improvements are well outside the FEMA floodplain for peace of mind. Set back from the road, the home rests at the end of a gently sloping, chip-sealed circular driveway, nestled among mature oak trees. Enjoy flat terrain behind the home with panoramic views of the surrounding hills and the serene river. Nature lovers will appreciate the abundance of local wildlife - deer, waterfowl, foxes, and countless bird species call this area home. This property's steel construction, including a metal roof, makes it a forerunner of today's popular hill country barndominium style. Relax on the large screened-in patio, soak in the sunsets, and take in the peaceful beauty of river life. A 10-step metal staircase provides easy access to the water for exploring, kayaking, swimming, or fishing. Currently operating as a successful Airbnb, you can even "try before you buy." Additional features include: Private water well with 2,700-gallon storage High-speed fiber internet Propane gas for the cooktop Conventional septic system A spacious shop building / man cave / she shed The river is flowing beautifully - schedule your private showing today and discover the charm of living on the Medina!
  1. Listed by Larry Wood • TREC #601559 • Southwest Realty Advisors, LLC • larry@banderatexasrealestate.com

Property Details for 1647 Rio Ranchero

School District
Bandera Isd
Neighborhood Amenities
Waterfront Access
Subdivision
RIO RANCHEROS
Style
One Story, Other
Exterior
Aluminum, Masonry/Steel, Steel Frame, Metal Structure
LISTING UPDATED: 11/22/2025 12:07 AM

Property Details for 1647 Rio Ranchero

StatusActive
MLS #1922211
Days on Market79
Taxes$10,101 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Residential / Single Family Detached
Year Built1979
Lot Size8.00 AC / 348,697 SF
CountyBandera County

Location

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Building Information for 1647 Rio Ranchero

Stories1Year Built1979Building Size-Lot Size8.00 AC / 348,697 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,042 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,200

Property Taxes

$842

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1647 Rio Ranchero

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area: 2400
  • Elementary School: Hill Country
  • Middle School: Bandera
  • High School: Bandera
  • Miscellaneous: Commercial Potential, No City Tax, School Bus
  • Instruction/Direction: From HELOTES, go northwest on Bandera Rd. Continue straight past Pizza Hut onto TX-16 N/Bandera Rd 11.0 mi Turn left onto PR 37 - 9.0 mi Turn right toward FM1283 - 3.7 mi Turn left onto Rio Ranchero Rd 1.6 mi Destination will be on the left
  • Accessible/Adaptive Home: No
  • County: Bandera
  • State: TX
  • Zip: 78063
  • City: Pipe Creek
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA Mandatory: None
  • Taxed By Mltpl Counties: No
  • Sell Concess: 3%
  • Certified Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Property ID: 16200030000050
Parking
  • Garage Parking: None/Not Applicable
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Inclusions: Ceiling Fans, Washer Connection, Dryer Connection, Stove/Range, Gas Cooking, Refrigerator, Disposal, Dishwasher, Ice Maker Connection, Water Softener (owned), Vent Fan, Smoke Alarm, Electric Water Heater, Private Garbage Service
  • Legal Description: Rio Rancheros Rng C Lt 5-6 Waterfront 8.005 Acres
  • Subdivision Legal Name: RIO RANCHEROS
  • Builder Name: unknown
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Energy Efficiency: Programmable Thermostat, Double Pane Windows, Energy Star Appliances, Ceiling Fans
  • Type: Single Family Detached
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Cul-de-Sac/Dead End, On Waterfront
  • Lot Improvements: Gravel, County Road
  • Source Sqft: Appsl Dist
  • Legal Desc-Lot: 5-6
  • Square Feet: 2250.0
  • Apprx Age: 46
  • Lot Size: 8.005
Utilities
  • Air Conditioning: One Central, Heat Pump
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Water/Sewer: Private Well, Septic, Water Storage
  • Utility Supplier: Electricity: Bandera CoOp
  • Utility Supplier: Garbage: Private
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: Not Applicable
  • Floor: Laminate
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Interior: Two Living Area, Eat-In Kitchen, Shop, Utility Room Inside, Open Floor Plan, Skylights, High Speed Internet, All Bedrooms Downstairs, Laundry Main Level, Laundry Lower Level, Laundry Room, Walk in Closets
  • Window Coverings: All Remain
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 0
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Baths: 2
  • Half Baths: 0
  • Total Baths: 2
  • Total Baths Composite (Full Half): 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Covered Patio, Partial Fence, Storage Building/Shed, Mature Trees, Workshop, Screened Porch, Water Front Improved
  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction: Pre-Owned
  • Pool: N
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Pool/Spa: None
  • Proposed Terms: Conventional, FHA, VA, TX Vet, Cash
Family Room
  • Family Room Width: 20.0
  • Family Room Length: 12.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Length: 12.0
  • Kitchen Width: 15.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Length: 10.0
  • Bedroom 2 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom 3 Width: 14.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom 4 Width: 10.0
Utility Room
  • Utility Room Length: 8.0
  • Utility Room Width: 12.0
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Contract: Exclusive Right To Sell
Rental
Rental Information
  • OCCUPANCY: Vacant

Property History for 1647 Rio Ranchero

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 8, 2025

Listed (Active)

SABOR #1922211

$850,000—
Jan 2, 2020

Expired

SABOR #1401151

$890,000—
Aug 21, 2019

Price Change

SABOR #1401151

$950,000—
Jul 26, 2019

Listed (Active)

SABOR #1401151

$1,200,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/08/2025

Listed (Active)

SABOR #1922211

$850,000
01/02/2020

Expired

SABOR #1401151

$890,000
08/21/2019

Price Change

SABOR #1401151

$950,000
07/26/2019

Listed (Active)

SABOR #1401151

$1,200,000

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Schools near 1647 Rio Ranchero

This home is within Bandera Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Hill Country Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Bandera Middle School
Public6 to 8

Bandera High School
Public9 to 12

Alkek Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

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1647 Rio Ranchero is a single family home for sale in Pipe Creek, TX 78063. This property was listed for sale on October 8, 2025 by Southwest Realty Advisors, LLC, it's currently listed at $850,000. This listing's school district is Bandera Independent School District. Nearby schools include Hill Country Elementary School, Bandera Middle School and Bandera High School. 1647 Rio Ranchero is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 2,250 sqft single family home built in 1979.

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