Mineral Wells is a city in Palo Pinto County, Texas and a portion of Parker County, Texas. The population was 16,946 at the 2000 census. The city is named for mineral springs in the area, which were highly popular in the early 1900s. Mineral Wells is most famous for its Baker Hotel. Mineral Wells apartments for rent comparison page shows most up to date rent information on Mineral Wells apartments and houses. Rent information is obtained from multiple rental sources but we cannot guarantee their accuracy.