3 bed, 2 bath, 2,699 sqft on 3.92 acres in Bastrop. Bastrop, TX 78602. $554,950. Smithville ISD.
About This Home
Charming Hilltop Retreat with Main Home & Guest House on Nearly 4 Acres – Smithville School District. Discover peaceful country living just minutes from town in this rare find: a spacious 1,849 sq ft main home (built 2012) paired with a modern 850 sq ft guest house (built 2018). This property won't stay on the market long! Nestled in a quiet, low-traffic hidden subdivision atop a scenic hill, the home sits at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac on almost 4 acres of fully fenced and cross-fenced land. Enjoy privacy and tranquility with mature small-to-medium loblolly pines and oaks dotting the grounds—perfect for nature lovers or those seeking space to roam. Location is ideal: outside city limits (no city taxes!), yet conveniently close to shopping, medical facilities, employment, and all essential amenities. Families will appreciate assignment to the desirable, smaller Smithville school district. Energy-efficient and sustainable features set this property apart: Durable tile roof Installed solar system for reduced energy costs Two rainwater catchment tanks dedicated to gardening Standard aqua water meter for indoor use
Step inside the main home to a bright, welcoming layout. With a primary bedroom suite, featuring four stunning custom stained-glass windows and a private ensuite bath for a touch of elegance and serenity. This versatile setup is perfect for multi-generational living—ideal for an elderly parent, a young adult staying home longer, or as an income-generating rental (guest house offers independent living space). Embrace the best of both worlds: rural charm, modern comforts, and smart sustainability on a private, acreage estate. Schedule your showing today—this special property is ready for its next chapter!
- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 2012
- Lot Size
- 3.92 acres
- Price / Sq Ft
- $206
Listing information last updated October 19, 2026.
Listed by Mike Hightower Realty
MLS# 2840731 • Active
IDX inquiries: Keenan Group at Compass · (512) 415-7653
Highlights
Facts & Features
Interior
- Breakfast Bar
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Ceiling-High
- Granite Counters
- Kitchen Island
- Open Floorplan
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Study
- Home Office
- Dishwasher
- Electric Range
- Plumbed For Ice Maker
- RNGHD
- Free-Standing Refrigerator
- Electric Water Heater
- Concrete
- Heating
- Central,Electric,Fireplace(s),Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air,Electric
- Fireplaces
- 1
Exterior & Lot
- Hardi
- Plank Type
- Cul-De-Sac
- Public Maintained Road
- Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft)
- Cross Fenced
- Fenced
- Perimeter
- Wire
- Slab
- Covered
- Porch
- Roof
- Tile
- Lot Size
- 3.92 Acres
- Detached Carport
- Driveway
Financial
- Original List Price
- $570,000
- Price per Sq Ft
- $206
Utilities
- Electricity Connected
- Underground Utilities
- Water Connected
- Water Source
- Public
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
Transaction History
1 record on file
Every recorded listing, sale, and lease at 278 Winfield Thicket RD, whoever represented it.
- ActiveListed 2026Current price: $554,950Original list: $570,000MLS 2840731
- Listed · February 25, 2026$570,000
- Price changed · August 11, 2026$554,950
Prices shown are list prices. Closed sale prices are available to registered clients in accordance with ACTRIS rules.
Price & Listing History
Price Change with current price, original ask, and market time.
- Current list
- $554,950
- Original list
- $570,000
- Price movement
- $15.1K reduction
- Listed / DOM
- Feb 25, 2026 · 239 days
Zoned Schools
Smithville ISD
Smithville
Smithville
Brown Primary
Zoned assignments come from the property school fields available to us. District context schools are shown only when an assigned tier is missing. Contact the school district directly to verify current boundaries and enrollment eligibility.
20% ($111K)
Adjustable assumption - not a lending recommendation.
$554,950
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List price
$554,950
Price per sqft
$206/sqft
Vs. Neighborhood guide reference price
Not available
Days on market
239 days
Original to current
$15.1K reduction
$570K original
Active inventory context
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Source: MLS Grid / Unlock MLS and Keenan Group review as of Oct 19, 2026.
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