Houston County, Texas Land Information
Not to be confused with the city of Houston, Houston County is located in East Texas and lies just north of Walker County. Houston was the first new county created under the 9-year Republic of Texas on June 12, 1837. With a population of almost 24,000 residents and covering 1,237 square miles, Houston offers an array of amenities with its expansive territory. The Grapeland Safari brings a little taste of Africa to the South, allowing visitors to experience exotic wildlife up close and personal. Ratcliff Lake also offers fishing and boating opportunities for those who love the outdoors. Almost 13,100 acres of land were listed for sale in Houston County recently, representing almost $94 million in Houston County farms
, hunting land
and other land for sale. Houston County is the 38th biggest county (1,231 square miles) in Texas. Most farming activity in Houston County is focused on crop production. From an economic perspective, government and state-level services contribute most to Houston County's overall GDP. To find more Texas land and rural properties
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