Texas, known for its vast landscapes and booming cities, is home to many successful sports figures. These individuals, with their substantial earnings, often invest in luxurious properties that are architectural marvels. Here are some of the most expensive homes in Texas owned by former sports figures:

1. Crespi Estate - $60 Million

The Crespi Estate, located in Dallas, is a historic limestone mansion designed by renowned Swiss architect Maurice Fatio in 1938. The 27,092-square-foot mansion boasts 10 spacious bedrooms and 12.5 bathrooms. The property was previously owned by Tom Hicks, former owner of the Texas Rangers baseball team.

2. Tbd CR 1379, Midland, TX 79706 - $10,499,500

The Hicks Ranch is a historic and significant property in North East Midland County and just minutes from the City of Midland. The property is square in shape and generally flat with some gentle roll and long distant views.

3. Spanish Skirts Rnch, Claude, TX 79019 - $6,432,500

Spanish Skirts Ranch offers a new and unique opportunity to own a piece of the historic Palo Duro Canyon, a canyon system of the Caprock Escarpment, in an area that rarely changes hands.

4. 200 E Eldorado Ridge Dr, Fredericksburg, TX 78624 - $5,750,000

This property includes a $200K exclusive membership to Boot Ranch. Access to private golf & family amenities in a luxury community with homes ranging from $2.5M to $10M.

5. 0 County Road 411, Ozona, TX 76943 - $5,736,000

The Northern Pecos River Ranch is located only 40 miles from Ozona, Texas at the end of Crockett County Road 411. It is accessed via a short easement road that crosses the Pecos River into Terrell County.

6. Tbd Fm 181, Seminole, TX 79360 - $4,980,000

This is a continuous 3,331 acre piece of property located in a hotbed of organic and dryland farming. Currently the property is enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) with rolling renewal dates.

7. 2445 Pine Valley Court, Houston, TX - Over $10 million

This newly constructed 8,800-square-foot mansion in River Oaks was built on a lot overlooking Pine Valley Park.

8. 318 Timberwilde Lane, Houston, TX - $6.7 million to $7.8 million

This 8,353-square-foot home is set on a wooded 2.5-acre lot with gardens and mature trees along a private street in Hunters Creek Village.

9. 5620 Bordley Drive, Houston, TX - $5.9 million to $6.8 million

The 10,840-square-foot Tanglewood mansion previously owned by former Houston Texans quarterback Matt Schaub offers a double-lot with mature oak trees.

10. 4006 Inverness Drive, Houston, TX - $5.1 million to $5.9 million

This 7,312-square-foot home is on a 1-acre lot in the Tall Timbers section of River Oaks. The newly remodeled home includes an elevator, wide-plank oak flooring, soaring ceilings, custom finishes and a first-floor primary bedroom.

These homes not only reflect the success of these sports figures but also contribute to the architectural diversity and grandeur of Texas.