
Hwy 281 entrance on this tree covered 5 acres Updated 3/2 home totally fenced 2 living areas 1 bonus room Rock skirting, out buildings , excellent 80+/- gpm Well New roof in 2017 New paint 2021 Really nice home in a pleasant setting . Quiet and secluded Can be used commercially Possible owner financing
Property Type
Residential
Year Built
1995
Lot Size
5.00 acres
$/Sq Ft
$270
Garage
20 spaces
Listed by 7 Star Ranch Realty
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Verified property facts
1685 Hwy 281 is listed at $575,000 with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 2,128 square feet, 5.00-acre lot.
1685 Hwy 281 is zoned for Johnson City ISD with assigned schools: Lyndon B Johnson (elementary), Lyndon B Johnson (middle), Lyndon B Johnson (Johnson City ISD) (high). School assignments should be verified directly with the district.
1685 Hwy 281 is a Residential built in 1995 featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 2,128 square feet, 5.00-acre lot.
1685 Hwy 281 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.
With 20% down ($115,000) on a 30-year fixed mortgage at approximately 6.75%, the estimated monthly payment for 1685 Hwy 281 is around $4,038 including principal, interest, and estimated taxes. Actual payment varies by rate, down payment, insurance, and HOA fees.
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Johnson City ISD
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20% ($115K)
$575,000
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List price
$575,000
Price per sqft
$270/sqft
Vs. none median
Not available
Days on market
1,397 days
Original to current
$50K reduction
$625K original
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Source: MLS Grid / Unlock MLS and Keenan Group review as of Jun 21, 2026.
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At $575,000, 1685 Hwy 281 is in the none market where there are currently 45 active listings in 78636.
1685 Hwy 281 was built in 1995 (31 years ago). Buyers should budget for potential updates to major systems.
1685 Hwy 281 includes verified waterfront access: None. Buyers should confirm shoreline, dock rights, and floodplain status during due diligence.
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Somewhat Bikeable
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Current Price
$625,000
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