This ±23.79-acre development tract presents a rare opportunity to acquire a highly visible, strategically positioned site within one of the Coastal Bend’s fastest-growing communities. Located at the northwest corner of Moore Avenue (FM 893) and Stark Road in Portland, Texas, the property offers exceptional frontage and accessibility along two important transportation corridors serving both Portland and the surrounding Ingleside market. Adjacent to W.C. Andrews Elementary School and surrounded by ongoing residential growth, the site is well-positioned for a variety of future commercial, mixed-use or residential-oriented development concepts designed to serve the area’s expanding population base.
The tract features generally flat and highly developable topography, ranging from approximately 36 to 34 feet above sea level with a gradual slope south toward Doyle Ditch. Importantly, the property is located outside of FEMA-designated floodplain areas and contains no known encroachments within setback areas, allowing developers greater flexibility in site planning and layout. Existing utility infrastructure is readily available to support future development, including potable water, sanitary sewer, electric service and storm water drainage. Residential natural gas service is also accessible nearby west of the site.
Currently zoned R-6, the property may qualify for Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning upon city approval, creating flexibility for a broad range of potential uses including retail, office, medical, multifamily, senior housing, mixed-use or neighborhood-oriented commercial development. Ownership is also open to subdividing approximately 10–11 acres from the north end of the tract, allowing flexibility for phased development strategies or smaller user requirements. Existing improvements on the property include two homes and a barn. One residence is currently leased and the property remains subject to a grazing lease, with both occupants scheduled to vacate within 60 days of closing. Sellers will retain owned minerals (91.67%) while waiving all surface rights for mineral access.
The long-term outlook for the corridor continues to strengthen through ongoing public infrastructure investment. TXDOT is currently completing improvements to Moore Ave (FM 893) that is expanding the roadway from two lanes to 5 lanes with a middle turn lane significantly improving traffic flow and visibility along the corridor. In addition, the City of Portland has proposed future reconstruction of Stark Road as a three-lane collector roadway featuring sidewalks, curbs, gutters and underground utilities. Combined with Portland’s proactive approach toward long-term utility and water infrastructure planning, these improvements further enhance the property’s appeal as a premier future development opportunity within the Coastal Bend market.
Matt Cravey
Cravey Real Estate Services, Inc.
