438 Melvin st.
Ranger, TX, 76479
$
1,250,000
Bedrooms--
Baths--
Monthly Estimate*
$
7,696
for $1,250,000. This building was built in 1920 on a lot size of 2.84.
Step into a piece of Texas history with the Wild Will Dance Hall & Saloon, a premier live music and event venue in Ranger, Texas. Originally built in 1920 as a peanut mill, this one-of-a-kind property has been transformed into a legendary dance hall that continues to draw crowds and top-name entertainers. With over 13,000 square feet of space, the property offers:
8,500 sq. ft. main venue floor with current seating for 350 guests, and capacity for over 600.
5,000 sq. ft. shop-style indoor outdoor area, ideal for overflow seating, private events, or expansion opportunities.
Unfinished upstairs areas providing an additional 1,000 sq. ft. for future use.
Known for its rich entertainment history, the Wild Will stage has hosted a long list of country music legends, including Gary P. Nunn, Moe Bandy, T.G. Sheppard, The Bellamy Brothers, John Conlee, Johnny Lee, Stoney LaRue, Confederate Railroad, Jason Boland & The Stragglers, Marty Haggard, Doug Stone, and many more. Whether you’re looking to continue its legacy as a premier Texas music venue or reimagine the space for new opportunities, the Wild Will Dance Hall & Saloon offers unmatched character, history, and potential.
In addition to the venue and dancehall, the owner is selling a total if 11 lots on Melvin and Rusk Street. These are currently used for parking, but could be developed or built on.
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Features
General
Heating
Fireplace(s)
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s)
Electric
Utilities
City Sewer
City Water
Ceiling Height
11 to 14 Feet
15 to 20 Feet
Possession
Closing/Funding
Roof
Metal
Year Built
1920
Business Type
Bar/Tavern/Lounge
Commercial
Hospitality
Business Name
Wild Will's Dancehall and Saloon
Property Subtype
Business
Subdivision Name
Melvin
Occupant Type
Owner
County
Eastland
Property Type
Commercial Sale
Construction Materials
Brick
Year Built Details
Preowned
Status
Active
Directions
travel I-20 East toward Ranger.
Take the exit closest to Ranger (e.g.
Exit 351 or 352).
Follow the exit ramp onto Main Street heading into town.
Continue on Main Street until you can turn onto Mel
City
Ranger
Standard Status
Active
Listing Terms
1031 Exchange
Cash
Conventional
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Exterior
Waterfront
0
Lot Features
Cleared
Corner Lot
Lot Size Source
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Parking Features
On Site
On Street
Open
Lot Size
1 to < 3 Acres
Foundation
Pillar/Post/Pier
Building Area Total
13000.00
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Interior
Flooring
Wood
Total Stories
2
Total Units
1
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* Excluded Features
List By
Keller Williams Brazos West
Broker
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- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $7,696
- Monthly Property Taxes
- --
- Monthly Home Insurance
- --
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Percent of Sale Price
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Population
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Since 2002
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33,670
Median Income
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Median Age
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Pricing History
| Date |
Price |
Price Change |
Description |
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9/3/2025
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$1,250,000
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|
Listed Price
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