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Diamond in the rough on five acres between Bastrop and Smithville with highway visibility, flexible living space, and live/work potential. Located in the Alum Creek area, this property offers room to create a homestead, home business, or multi-generational living setup while enjoying the space and possibilities of rural Central Texas.
The property features a large manufactured home with five bedrooms and three baths, along with multiple additions creating six additional rooms that can serve as offices, hobby spaces, storage, or expanded living areas. Two screened porches provide comfortable outdoor spaces to relax and enjoy the country setting.
For many years the current owner operated a small food business from the property, producing egg rolls for a loyal customer base. A room with a commercial-style kitchen remains in place and may offer opportunities for continued small-scale food production, catering, or other home-based business ventures.
The five-acre tract includes numerous raised garden beds ideal for vegetable production, homesteading, or small-scale agriculture. Alum Creek runs through a corner of the property, adding natural character to the land.
With its flexible layout and acreage, the property may support a variety of uses including multi-generational living, collaborative or intentional living arrangements, or live/work opportunities. With additional infrastructure planning, buyers may explore potential for RV or tiny home setups, subject to county guidelines.
The property also offers excellent highway visibility and direct access between Bastrop and Smithville, along with an additional electrical drop near the front of the property. Currently being cleaned and prepared for showings, this property offers a unique opportunity for buyers with vision in the growing Bastrop–Smithville corridor.
Property Type
Residential
Year Built
1995
Lot Size
5.07 acres
$/Sq Ft
$184
Garage
99 spaces
Listed by Stanberry REALTORS
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Verified property facts
1225 W Highway 71 Hwy W is listed at $375,000 with 5 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms, 2,040 square feet, 5.07-acre lot.
1225 W Highway 71 Hwy W is zoned for Smithville ISD with assigned schools: Brown Primary (elementary), Smithville (middle), Smithville (8/10) (high). School assignments should be verified directly with the district.
1225 W Highway 71 Hwy W is a Residential built in 1995 featuring 5 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms, 2,040 square feet, 5.07-acre lot.
1225 W Highway 71 Hwy W is presented by the Keenan Group at Compass Real Estate, the #1 Austin Board of Realtors Team (2024) with 1,000+ career transactions and $1B+ in career volume across Austin's luxury market.
The most recent annual property tax for 1225 W Highway 71 Hwy W is $2,744. Texas has no state income tax, so property taxes are a primary revenue source. Rates vary by jurisdiction and exemptions. Verify current amounts with the county appraisal district.
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Smithville ISD
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List price
$375,000
Price per sqft
$184/sqft
Vs. Cottle, Sarah median
Not available
Days on market
84 days
Original to current
No verified reduction
$375K original
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Source: MLS Grid / Unlock MLS and Keenan Group review as of May 31, 2026.
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With 20% down ($75,000) on a 30-year fixed mortgage at approximately 6.75%, the estimated monthly payment for 1225 W Highway 71 Hwy W is around $2,174 including principal, interest, and estimated taxes. Actual payment varies by rate, down payment, insurance, and HOA fees.
At $375,000, 1225 W Highway 71 Hwy W is in the Cottle, Sarah market where there are currently 75 active listings in 78957.
1225 W Highway 71 Hwy W was built in 1995 (31 years ago). Buyers should budget for potential updates to major systems.
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