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In North Texas, Montague County is anchored by Montague (the seat) and Bowie, its largest city. Established in 1857, the county developed with ranching and farming, later shaped by railroads. Today, it’s a rural-suburban mix, with parts of the county drawing DFW commuters. Housing includes historic homes in Montague, brick ranchers, subdivisions in Bowie, and rural estates. Proximity to Fort Worth (about 65 miles south) adds demand. Prices for existing homes typically run $180,000–$300,000, while land averages $8,000–$15,000 per acre, higher near highways. Buyers are often commuters, retirees, and ranchers.
Montague County Real Estate Listings
In North Texas, Montague County is anchored by Montague (the seat) and Bowie, its largest city. Established in 1857, the county developed with ranching and farming, later shaped by railroads. Today, it’s a rural-suburban mix, with parts of the county drawing DFW commuters. Housing includes historic homes in Montague, brick ranchers, subdivisions in Bowie, and rural estates. Proximity to Fort Worth (about 65 miles south) adds demand. Prices for existing homes typically run $180,000–$300,000, while land averages $8,000–$15,000 per acre, higher near highways. Buyers are often commuters, retirees, and ranchers.