8089 E FM 580, Kempner, TX 76539

Nestled atop a picturesque hill, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers 2,214+/- sqft of living space, and is surrounded by spectacular views. The Austin Stone and All-Metal construction creates a unique, low-maintenance home, designed to showcase its stunning surroundings. Built for comfort and relaxation, it features wraparound porches that invite you to take in the natural beauty of the land, watch deer graze, catching a sunset or sunrise, or simply enjoying the serene atmosphere. A 2000 sqft Workshop Fully equipped with roll-up and walk-through doors, is perfect for all your hobbies and projects, Deer-Proof Garden Area, Cement-Floored Dog Kennel, Various Pens and Outbuildings and Fully Fenced, with good fencing around the entire perimeter. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a property with ample space for projects and hobbies, this property has it all. Don't miss your chance to own this 16.7-acre paradise!

Sixteen acres of cleared land rolls across Lampasas County on the east side of Kempner, with the kind of open sky and room to breathe that makes people leave the suburbs. This is the foundation of 8089 E FM 580 E - not the house first, but the land itself. Native trees scatter across gently sloping terrain, large oaks and cedars providing shade and windbreak, while the cleared acreage stretches far enough to let you see weather coming. The property sits on an agricultural lot with mature trees exceeding 40 feet, automatic sprinkler coverage, and a private setting where the nearest neighbor feels genuinely distant.

The horizon matters here. From this elevation, the view extends across the Hill Country terrain that defines Lampasas County. Deer move through the landscape in morning and evening hours. Sunrises and sunsets command attention because there's nothing between you and them. The wraparound porches frame this vista - you're not hiding from the land, you're living inside it.

The house functions as shelter within this vastness. Built in 2012, the 2,214-square-foot residence combines metal siding and stone construction for durability in a rural setting. Inside, the open floorplan centers on a kitchen island and granite counters, flowing naturally to a primary bedroom on the main level with walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms, two full baths, and concrete flooring keep maintenance minimal. A gas oven, dishwasher, and full pantry support everyday living without fuss.

But the real infrastructure serves your projects. A 2,000-square-foot workshop with roll-up and walk-through doors sits ready for equipment, hobbies, or serious building work. A deer-proof garden area means actual crop potential. Multiple outbuildings, cattle pens, a cement-floored dog kennel, and fully fenced perimeter give you genuine working space - this isn't decorative acreage. The 2-car garage covers vehicle storage. Automatic sprinklers keep the land green year-round.

Kempner sits in Lampasas ISD, with Hanna Springs Elementary, Lampasas Middle, and Lampasas High School serving the district. The commute to downtown Austin runs roughly 90 minutes, making this property work as either a primary residence with rural character or a weekend escape with serious acreage for horses, projects, and genuine solitude. At $361 per square foot, the land value becomes obvious - where else in Texas do 16.71 acres with improvements run under $800,000? This is freedom you can stand on.