Monte Cristo Farms , Edinburg, TX 78501 (Hidalgo County)

Size: 7,596 Acres

Type: Farms and Ranches, Undeveloped Land, Lakefront Property, Waterfront Property

Commercial-Farm with Significant Water Rights

Monte Cristo Farms traces its beginning to the mid 1980`s when a visionary farmer began to put together tracts of land that evolved into what is now known as ``Monte Cristo Farms``. Since its inception superior management has been the hallmark for this exceptionally productive farming operation, another key component is the massive amounts of water available and significant water rights. This water is compounded in the 200 acres of lakes and reservoirs throughout the farm. In addition to the 2,700 acres of irrigated farm land, the property also includes over 4000 acres of native pastureland that is used for cattle and recreational purposes, fishing and hunting throughout the property is spectacular. In Summary, Monte Cristo Farms is a uniquely beautiful and productive property that also possesses great development potential. Truly, a one-of-a-kind property!

PRODUCTION:With 2,700 acres...

PRODUCTION:With 2,700 acres under pivot Monte Cristo Farms features an impressive commercial operation with 21 reliable irrigation pivots. The current crop management system maximizes yield and quality, resulting in 700 +/- acres of potatoes, 300 +/-acres of onions, 500 +/- acres of hay and 1,070 +/- acres of grain sorghum. The masterfully organized operation has a reputation of successful contract farming that attracts the attention of many highly regarded food corporations. Additional crops that have been produced on the property in the past includes a variety of citrus fruits, such as grapefruit and oranges, watermelon, various vegetables, cotton and more.

IMPROVEMENTS: Major improvements of the ranch include a packing shed with approximately 42,900 square feet of dock high construction and a 7,825 +/- square foot building that is currently used as a dryer shed. In addition, there is a covered equipment storage facility next to the packing shed.

LIVE WATER: More than 200 acres of lakes, including diversion lakes, give the ranch a unique and beautiful aesthetic appeal that not many properties in the area possess.

WATER: Immense water availability is a major contributing factor in Monte Cristo Farm`s overall success. The property offers 3,155 +/- acre-feet of individually owned ``Class B`` water rights that can be used for agricultural and irrigation use.

The ranch is located in Hidalgo County Irrigation District #15, where it receives on average 4,500 +/- acre-feet of water for irrigation use.

MINERALS: Negotiable

WILDLIFE: A variety of wildlife flourishes throughout Monte Cristo`s beautiful Native south Texas brush and hundreds of acres of reservoirs. The reservoirs and natural brush offer wildlife a diverse spectrum of flora and fauna. Some of the wildlife that call this ranch home are whitetail deer, quail, waterfowl, dove and much more. The ranch offers a wide spectrum of sporting and recreational opportunities.

Development Potential: A favorable tax agreement with the city(``Chapter 381`` Economic Development Agreement) , frontage on US Highway 281 and access to water make Monte Cristo Farm prime for further development.

Equipment: Call for additional information.

From elevation to owner history

Search for detailed parcel information including; Elevation & Vegetation Maps, Ownership Information, Detailed Parcel Information, Crop History Map, Soil Survey Productivity Data, and more.

Research Parcel Information

Directions

10 Miles north of Edinburg within the Edinbur ETJ., 19 Miles North of McAllen, 45 Miles North East of Harlingen, 220 Miles South of San Antonio. Hwy 281 Frontage.

Property Video