
Set on 8.44 private acres in Cedar Creek, this homestead is built for buyers who want land that works as hard as they do. An ag value exemption is in place for a working apiary, keeping your property taxes lower. Inside, the 2,037-square-foot main home has been freshly refreshed with new hardwood flooring, paint, and a refinished bathtub and shower, all wrapped in an open floor plan that flows out to decks overlooking gardens, mature trees, and a seasonal pond that welcomes songbirds and wildlife nearly year-round. A separate garage apartment has 543 square feet with its own bedroom, bath, and newer appliances, adds real flexibility: a guest suite, a home office, or a source of rental income. Just 10 minutes to downtown Bastrop and 30 minutes to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, this property offers the rare combination of genuine country privacy and easy access to city amenities, dining, and travel.
Property Type
Residential
Year Built
2003
Lot Size
8.44 acres
$/Sq Ft
$306
Garage
2 spaces
Listed by Tiffany Russell Group
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Verified property facts
281 Earl Callahan RD is listed at $799,000 with 3 bedrooms, 2 full, 1 half bathrooms, 2,608 square feet, 8.44-acre lot. This places it above the 78612 median of $672,499.
281 Earl Callahan RD is zoned for Bastrop ISD with assigned schools: Red Rock (elementary), Bastrop (middle), Bastrop (high). School assignments should be verified directly with the district.
281 Earl Callahan RD is a Residential built in 2003 featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 full, 1 half bathrooms, 2,608 square feet, 8.44-acre lot.
281 Earl Callahan RD 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 281 Earl Callahan RD is $3,559. 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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List price
$799,000
Price per sqft
$306/sqft
Vs. Cross Creek Acres median
Not available
Days on market
7 days
Original to current
No verified reduction
$799K original
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With 20% down ($159,800) on a 30-year fixed mortgage at approximately 6.75%, the estimated monthly payment for 281 Earl Callahan RD is around $4,442 including principal, interest, and estimated taxes. Actual payment varies by rate, down payment, insurance, and HOA fees.
At $799,000, 281 Earl Callahan RD is in the Cross Creek Acres market where there are currently 96 active listings in 78612.
281 Earl Callahan RD includes verified waterfront access: See Remarks,Pond. Buyers should confirm shoreline, dock rights, and floodplain status during due diligence.
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Current Price
$799,000
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