Location
The majority of the ranch is situated along Avenue 304, between Road 204 and Road 210, in Exeter, CA.
Size
+/-254.69 Assessed Acres
Plantings
The property is planted to Citrus.
Navels: +/-149.47 acres
Valencias: +/-68 acres
Lemons: +/-4.5 acres
Pummelos: +/-16.74 acres
Bloods: +/-3.5 acres
Minneolas: +/-3.5 acres
Remaining acreage is ancillary land.
Please see Planting Maps and Ranch Planting Summary for more detailed information on varieties and plantings.
Water
+/-178.24 acres are within and receive an allocation from Exeter Irrigation District (E.I.D.). This water can be accessed across +/-253.74 acres. A portion of the ranch is part of Greater Kaweah GSA (+/-27.2 Acres), while the other portion is part of Eastern Kaweah GSA (+/-227.49 Acres). There is +/- 5 Acre Sinking Basin. All existing GSA groundwater credits are included in the sale.
There are 14 wells on the pr...
There are 14 wells on the property. Detailed well reports and summaries are available upon request.
Trees are irrigated via micro-sprinklers.
Soil
Soil information is available upon request.
Wind Machines
There are 22 wind machines on the ranch.
Legal
Tulare County APNs: 112-100-010, 112-100-019, 112-100-023, 112-100-008, 112-110-003, and 112-110-004.
Estate Home
At the heart of the property stands a captivating historic farmhouse, boasting +/-5,000 sq. ft. of living space. Originally constructed in 1917 with a second story added in the 1930s, this charming residence features four (4) bedrooms, four (4) bathrooms, a sun-room and a basement with a wine cellar. Recently revitalized in 2022-2023, upgrades include modern plumbing, electrical, HVAC, roof, windows, doors, kitchen, bathrooms, and fresh paint inside and out, seamlessly blending timeless elegance with modern convenience.
Complementing the farmhouse is a separate garage and a recently repaired wrap-around deck, providing additional utility and leisure space. A refreshing pool beckons on warm summer days. The estate home is tied to well water ensuring sustainability and self-sufficiency.
Structures
The farm headquarters boast updated facilities and infrastructure essential for successful farming operations. Highlights include a farm office with a Starlink set-up providing Wi-Fi to not only the office, but also the main estate home, a fueling station with custom concrete pad, three (3) enclosed sheds, two (2) open-air sheds, two (2) barns, and an additional tenant house.
Groundwater Disclosure
Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) requires groundwater basins to be sustainable by 2040. SGMA requires a Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) by 2020. Said plans may limit ground water pumping. For more information, please visit the SGMA website.
Remarks
Presenting the historic and meticulously maintained J. Smith Dungan Family Ranch and Estate Home, a true gem of California citrus heritage. Family-owned and operated for over a century since 1910, this working citrus ranch offers a rare opportunity to embrace a rich legacy. Dont miss your chance to own a piece of history and productivity at J. Smith Dungan Ranch, where tradition meets modernity in perfect harmony. Contact the listing agents today to schedule a private tour of this once-in-a-lifetime offering.
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