Sell Land in Ellis County, Texas
From Waxahachie to the county line, Land Dreamz buys land across Ellis County in the North Texas region, including areas around Midlothian, Ennis and Red Oak. Whether you inherited acreage, are tired of paying taxes on a lot you never visit, or simply want a clean cash sale, we keep the process simple and handle the paperwork from contract to closing.
About Ellis County
- Ellis County property is appraised by the Ellis County appraisal district, based in Waxahachie. Its website is www.elliscad.org. (Texas Comptroller county directory: Ellis County)
- School districts on the appraisal district's list of taxing units: Avalon ISD, Ennis ISD, Ferris ISD, Italy ISD, Midlothian ISD, Milford ISD, Palmer ISD, Red Oak ISD, Waxahachie ISD, Maypearl ISD and Frost ISD. (Texas Comptroller county directory: Ellis County)
- Cities that levy property tax through it: Glenn Heights, Cedar Hill, Grand Prairie, Bardwell, Ferris, Italy, Maypearl, Midlothian, Milford, Palmer and 10 more. (Texas Comptroller county directory: Ellis County)
- Other taxing units on the list: Highland Lakes MUD #1A, Highland Lakes MUD #1B, Highland Lakes MUD #1C, FM 875 MUD, Ellis County MUD #4, Ellis County Fresh Water Supply District, Ellis County ESD #1, Ellis County ESD #2, Ellis County ESD #3, Ellis County ESD #4 and 14 more. (Texas Comptroller county directory: Ellis County)
- The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 2,563 farms in Ellis County, covering 377,200 acres. The average farm was 147 acres. (USDA NASS: 2022 Census of Agriculture, Ellis County profile)
- Of that land, 147,940 acres were pastureland, 203,455 acres cropland and 13,903 acres woodland. (USDA NASS: 2022 Census of Agriculture, Ellis County profile)
- Livestock, poultry and their products made up 35% of farm sales, and crops 65%. (USDA NASS: 2022 Census of Agriculture, Ellis County profile)
- Ellis County is the TCEQ authorized agent for septic system (on-site sewage facility) permits in the county except the City of Midlothian and cities with their own agent. Waxahachie, Ennis, Red Oak, Ovilla, Cedar Hill and Grand Prairie issue their own. (TCEQ: OSSF authorized agent search, Ellis County)
- TWDB's 2021 groundwater planning table lists Ellis County under the Prairielands Groundwater Conservation District. Ask the district about its well rules before you drill a water well. (TWDB: GMA 8 modeled available groundwater by district, 2021)
- State highways in Ellis County are maintained by TxDOT's Dallas District. (TxDOT: Dallas District)
Appraisal district: Ellis County appraisal district (www.elliscad.org)
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Common questions in Ellis County
How does a cash offer on my Ellis County property work?
Tell us about the property by phone or with the form. We review it, check the Ellis County records, and send you a written cash offer. You decide: no obligation and no fee. Questions? Call (346) 255-4742.
Do I pay any fees or commissions when I sell land in Ellis County?
No. Land Dreamz buys direct. There are no agent commissions, no transaction fees, and no closing costs charged to you.
What kinds of property do you buy in Ellis County?
Vacant lots, raw acreage, agricultural land, houses, and commercial property across Ellis County and statewide across Texas, in any condition. You sell as-is and we handle the rest.
Who appraises land in Ellis County, Texas?
The Ellis County appraisal district, based in Waxahachie. Its website is www.elliscad.org. Look up a parcel's appraised value and owner of record there.
Which school districts tax property in Ellis County?
The Texas Comptroller's county directory lists these school districts among the appraisal district's taxing units: Avalon ISD, Ennis ISD, Ferris ISD, Italy ISD, Midlothian ISD, Milford ISD, Palmer ISD, Red Oak ISD, Waxahachie ISD, Maypearl ISD and Frost ISD. Which ones tax a given parcel depends on where it sits.
How big are farms and ranches in Ellis County?
The USDA's 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 2,563 farms in Ellis County on 377,200 acres, an average of 147 acres each.
Who issues septic permits in Ellis County?
Ellis County is the TCEQ authorized agent for septic system (on-site sewage facility) permits in the county except the City of Midlothian and cities with their own agent. Waxahachie, Ennis, Red Oak, Ovilla, Cedar Hill and Grand Prairie issue their own. Confirm with that office before you plan a septic system.
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