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Modern country life on the outskirts of Houston
Set into winding country roads and the thick trees of Sam Houston National Forest, the Republic Grand Ranch area of Montgomery County creates a rural lifestyle over 50 miles from Houston. Thousands of acres of native woodland line the Republic Grand Ranch neighborhood, and the area is anchored by two large lakes on either side. While the secluded location is part of the area’s appeal, it is less than 10 miles from Interstate 45, the small lumber town of Willis, and the county seat of Conroe, so a trip into town is never far away. "It's country living at its best," says Debbie Burkhalter, a marketing and executive support specialist with local builder Design Tech Homes. "It's almost like glamping. You know, when you go camping but still live glamorously? It's kind of like that. You live in the woods. You’re surrounded by nature with no streetlights and can see the stars, yet you have these really beautiful custom homes. Plus, you're close enough to many wonderful city features in places like Conroe and The Woodlands."
A road winds through the Texas Grand Ranch subdivision.
The area surrounding Republic Grand Ranch has a rural feel with pastures and can cattle.
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Hundreds of miles of trails at Sam Houston National Forest
Republic Grand Ranch is built against the backdrop of Sam Houston National Forest, one of four national forests in Texas. “We don’t have mountains, but we have plenty of trees,” says Ryan Kutter, commercial agent with Connect Realty who has been selling homes in the area for 16 years. “I have family up north who say we live in the piney woods. It’s very green.” The park covers a total of 163,000 acres across three counties and is most popular for the 128-mile Lone Star Hiking Trail. The forest also has several campsites, equestrian stables, a disc golf course and The Christmas Village, a seasonal theme park that reopens every November. Sam Houston even has multiple churches, like Gospel Lakes Ranch and New Hope Missionary Baptist, both on Farm to Market 2693. Two lakes intersect with the forest – Lake Conroe to the west and Lake Livingston to the east – and are surrounded with boat docks, golf courses and more campsites that bring even more life to the area. “Overall people are happy here. I hear that all the time, that people are just friendly,” Kutter says. “It’s just the lifestyle, it’s lake life, we’re not locked up in our houses, we can get out.”
Republic Grand Ranch residents can get out in nature in the The Sam Houston National Forest.
The Lone Star Hiking Trail is a great way to explore the National Forest near Texas Grand Ranch.
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Republic Grand Ranch offers custom modern farmhouses on wooded lots
Most Republic Grand Ranch homes have up to an acre of land, and these large, wooded lots usually have room for fishing ponds or stables and pastures for horses. A new burst of custom or semi-custom, New Traditional homes came into the area in 2023, and these brand-new builds typically sell for $350,000 to $550,000. Luxury farm homes that were built in the 2020s, span at least 3,000 square feet and have large, attached lots can sell for $800,000 to $1 million. For a smaller option, Republic Grand Ranch has some manufactured homes, which sell for between $100,000 and $200,000. The neighborhood has a desirable CAP Index Crime Score of 1 out of 10, the lowest possible score.
A large modern farmhouse sit beautifully on a large lot Republic Grand Ranch.
Each home in Republic Grand Ranch sits on a secluded property surrounded by trees.
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Willis Schools have dozens of specialty courses
Republic Grand Ranch is zoned into the Willis Independent School District. Willis ISD includes Cannan Elementary, rated a B-minus by Niche and C-plus-rated Lynn Lucas Middle School. Willis High School has a B grade and offers over 80 courses, including specialty classes in aquatic science, ceramics and pharmacy science. Republic Grand Ranch is within 25 miles of both the Lone Star College Montgomery campus and Sam Houston State University, which share a campus near The Woodlands.
Cannan Elementary School is part of the highly rated Willis ISD.
Willis High School
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Interstate 45 connects the countryside to Houston
The rural housing developments around Sam Houston National Forest are 9 miles away from Willis, 17 miles away from Conroe and 30 miles from The Woodlands. These cities have the large retail shops, schools and city parks that are lacking in Grand Republic. Conroe also has HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe, the largest local hospital in the area. I-45 runs through Willis and provides the most direct route into Houston, which is 56 miles from Grand Republic. Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport is the nearest airport to the neighborhood and is 50 miles away.
Concerts, cars and competitions at Montgomery County Fair and Rodeo
Each spring, the Montgomery County Fairground comes to life with the annual Montgomery County Fair and Rodeo. The 60-year tradition mainly focuses on junior competitions in livestock showing, robotics and public speaking. Every fair also has live concerts, a classic car show, a livestock auction and a barbecue contest.
Farm stands and burger joints in Willis
The area around Republic Grand Ranch is filled with small businesses like wedding and event venues, RV parks and farm stands, which all take advantage of the scenery and rural location. While there are no big box stores in sight, locals can easily shop for fresh fruit, dairy and jarred goods at Twisted T Farm on County Line Road or homemade candles at Willis Candle Shop on Ruger Road. Neighboring Willis has more extensive shopping options. The small city has chain grocery stores, including H-E-B and Kroger, and a few notable fast-casual restaurants. The Original Super Burger Willis on North Danville Street keeps it simple with just four items on its menu—a cheeseburger, a double cheeseburger, a bacon burger and chili cheese fries, all prepared with fast service. Pizza Shack on Montgomery Street serves more than just pies. It also has hot and cold sandwiches, calzones and a spread of pasta, chicken and seafood entrees.
The Original Super Burger, a local favorite and is just down the road from Republic Grand Ranch.
Pizza Shack in downtown Willis is a popular spot to grab a meal close to Republic Grand Ranch.
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Parks in this Area
Charles Traylor Memorial Park
Transit
Airport
George Bush Intcntl/Houston
68 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Republic Grand Ranch
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Republic Grand Ranch, Conroe sell after 69 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Republic Grand Ranch, Conroe over the last 12 months is $345,108, down 17% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Beautiful wooded and flat lot in an already well-developed neighborhood of acreage properties with 9 custom home builders model homes available to tour. Willis is an up and coming area while still maintaining small town feel. Outdoor life is well-supported by the neighborhood lakes and miles of available biking and walking areas. Cross roads are High Branch Way on the east end, and Grand North
Discover this stunning 2-story home in a boutique community with limited wooded acreage homesites. Offering 3,247 sq ft, this residence features 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths w/3-car garage on just under an acre lot. The inviting entry leads you to a dream kitchen with 42" cabinets, granite countertops, farm sink, built-in oven, gas cooktop w/12-foot island overlooking the family room with soaring
Considerable attention to detail was invested in meticulously planning the layout and landscape of each lot in Republic Grand Ranch. This lot is strategically positioned to border green spaces, enhancing privacy. The design prioritizes environmental sustainability, ensuring a community with minimal density and ecological impact. Residents will enjoy exclusive amenities such as private parks, an
Build your custom dream home on this stunning 2.25-acre lot in the serene wooded community of Republic Grand Ranch. Surrounded by gently rolling hills and mature hardwood trees, this property offers a peaceful country lifestyle with level terrain, perfect for easy building. Enjoy modern conveniences with paved roads, water, and high-speed fiber optic internet, all while embracing the natural
CLEARED 2 Acre lot with attention to detail into planning the layout and terrain of this Texas property for sale, currently backing up to green space for added privacy. An environmentally conscious design ensures this will be a low density, low impact community. Private parks, an 8-acre private, stocked fishing pond, and tree-lined walking and hiking trails provide residents with more land and
Welcome Home! This type of rental is hard to come by. Brand new DR Horton home with all appliances included in your lease. This is a single-story house that spans 1,023 sq feet and features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. As you enter the home, you are welcomed by the brightly lit foyer with vinyl floors. The foyer leads to the primary bedroom while the other side leads to the living space of
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,294
Median Age
43
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
24%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$63,520
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$105,344
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98%
College Graduates
14.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.7%
% Population in Labor Force
79.7%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
95°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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