Alfred sits amid the wide skies and brush country of Jim Wells County, offering a relaxed, rural pace with room to spread out and easy connections to nearby hubs like Alice and Orange Grove. Quiet roads, starry nights, and acreage properties define the landscape, while day trips to the coast are within reach via Corpus Christi.
Families are served by the well-regarded Orange Grove Independent School District, known for strong academics, FFA programs, and spirited athletics; learn more at the district’s official site. Outdoor enthusiasts find year-round reasons to get outside, from white-tailed deer and birding in the surrounding ranchlands to boating and trophy fishing at Choke Canyon State Park. Local heritage runs deep, with South Texas music and culture celebrated at the Tejano R.O.O.T.S. Hall of Fame & Museum. For continuing education and workforce training, community colleges such as Coastal Bend College offer flexible programs that fit rural schedules.
Housing in Alfred ranges from modest single-family homes to ranchettes and larger tracts, appealing to buyers seeking value and space without sacrificing access to essential services, shopping, and healthcare just a short drive away. Whether you’re dreaming of a porch with sunrise views or planning to list a well-kept homestead, Agent Pronto can connect buyers and sellers with top local real estate agents who know Alfred and the surrounding market.
Orange Grove Independent School District
Choke Canyon State Park
Tejano R.O.O.T.S. Hall of Fame & Museum
Coastal Bend College