438 Melvin St
Ranger, TX, 76470 $ 1,250,000
Bedrooms-- Baths-- Sq 13,000 for $1,250,000. This 13,000 square foot property 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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Zoning Vacant residential
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Year Built 1920
Property Subtype Business
Tax Year 2025
Current Use Commercial
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County Eastland
Operating Expense 0
New Construction N
Property Type Commercial Sale
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Subdivision Name Melvin
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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 Melvin
City Ranger
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MLS Area Out of Area
Lot Size Square Feet 123710.4
Tax Annual Amount 3408.47
Property Condition Resale
Additional Parcels Y/N N
Leasable Area 0
Lease Type None
Standard Status Active
Year Built Source Public Records
Tax Assessed Value 171930
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Total Stories 2
Total Bedrooms 0
Total Baths 0
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Total Parking 0
Foundation Details Pillar/Post/Pier
Number of Buildings 1
Building Area Total 13000
Lot Size Acres 2.84
Waterfront Y/N N
Other Equipment None
Horse Y/N N
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByKeller Williams Brazos WestBroker
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NearbyAbout Ranger, TX 2,361 Population
-7% Since 2002
$ 33,670 Median Income
36.14 Median Age
22% Households with Children
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3038596 Elementary School
3038443 Middle School
Unknown High School High School
Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 9/10/2025 | $1,250,000 | | Listed Price |