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8285 Fm 2843, photo 1 of 25, Salado, Salado, TX
Active

$595,000

2Beds
1Baths
1,320Sq Ft
12.32 acresLot

8285 Fm 2843, Salado, TX 76571

Salado·MLS# 5541870·Built 2002·34 days on market

2 bed, 1 bath, 1,320 sqft on 12.32 acres in Salado. Salado, TX 76571. $595,000. Salado ISD.

About This Home

Welcome to 12.319 unrestricted, fully fenced acres offering 180 feet of private access along Buttermilk Creek! This property is ready to go for a hunter looking for a turnkey ready property to hunt on, or a family looking to build their forever home. NO RESTRICTIONS! The main residence is a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom, featuring a full kitchen, tankless on-demand hot water, and a septic system updated with a new leach field (2020). In addition, you have: • Dedicated Sport Court with an attached climate-controlled game room, additional storage, and covered parking ideal for tractors or equipment. • Separate Workshop built on a concrete slab featuring spray foam insulation and a dedicated split A/C unit—perfect for a home business, hobby studio, or shop. The Land & Topography: The front pasture offers classic, rocky Texas terrain, transitioning into a rich, black-dirt back pasture—ideal for farming, ranching, or agricultural use with creek irrigation access. A dirt road leads you past a beautiful canyon up to a breathtaking bluff that backs up to the historic Solana Ranch. Enjoy sweeping 360-degree views for miles—providing a dream building site for your custom luxury home! Rich History & Nature: Abundant native wildlife thrives here, including deer, wild turkey, and river otters. Steeped in Texas history, the bluff was historically utilized by the Caddo Indians to mine flint, with native tools and arrowheads found across the acreage. Located just ~5 miles down the road from the renowned Gault Archaeological Site! *******No Deed Restrictions | Livestock Permitted | USDA Eligible Area for Financing********** Whether you are looking for a recreational retreat, working homestead, private multi-generational setup, or a stunning site to build your dream home overlooking the creek, this Salado showcase is a rare find!

Property Type
Farm
Year Built
2002
Lot Size
12.32 acres
Price / Sq Ft
$451

Listing information last updated September 18, 2026.

Listed by First Texas Brokerage Company

MLS# 5541870 • Active

IDX inquiries: Keenan Group at Compass · (512) 415-7653

Highlights

Generous 12.32-acre lot
Beamed Ceilings
Ceiling-Vaulted
Microwave
Free-Standing Electric Oven
Sport Court

Facts & Features

Interior

Features

  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Ceiling-Vaulted

Appliances

  • Microwave
  • Free-Standing Electric Oven

Flooring

  • Concrete
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl
Exterior & Lot

Features

  • Sport Court

Construction

  • Hardi
  • Plank Type

Lot Features

  • Bluff
  • Native Plants
  • Private
  • Private Maintained Road
  • Split Possible
  • Many Trees
  • Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft)
  • Views

Fencing

  • Barbed Wire
  • Cross Fenced
  • Gate
  • Livestock
  • Wood

Patio / Porch

  • Covered
  • Porch
Lot Size
12.32 Acres

Parking

  • Driveway
  • Gravel
  • Off Street

Waterfront

  • Creek
Financial
Original List Price
$595,000
Price per Sq Ft
$451
Utilities
  • Electricity Connected
  • Water Available
  • Water Connected

Transaction History

1 record on file

Every recorded listing, sale, and lease at 8285 Fm 2843, whoever represented it.

  1. ActiveListed 2026
    Current price: $595,000Original list: $595,000MLS 5541870
    1. Listed · September 18, 2026$595,000

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Price & Listing History

Listing timeline with current price, original ask, and market time.

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Current list
$595,000
Original list
$595,000
Price movement
No verified reduction
Listed / DOM
Sep 18, 2026 · 34 days
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Zoned Schools

Salado ISD

1 High School1 Middle School1 Elementary School

Salado

High SchoolGrades 9-12Zoned assignment

Salado

Middle SchoolGrades 6-8Zoned assignment

Thomas Arnold

ElementaryGrades K-5Zoned assignment

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.

Principal & interest
$3,296

Excluded from this estimate: property taxes, home insurance, and HOA dues. Each requires verified amount, cadence or unit, source, and as-of details.

20% ($119K)

Adjustable assumption - not a lending recommendation.

$595,000

Loan: $476K
Mortgage rate%
Payoff: ~2056
Rate source: Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average (PMMS via FRED), as of 2026-10-15
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List price

$595,000

Price per sqft

$451/sqft

Vs. Neighborhood guide reference price

Not available

Days on market

34 days

Original to current

No verified reduction

$595K original

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Source: MLS Grid / Unlock MLS and Keenan Group review as of Oct 16, 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is 8285 Fm 2843?

8285 Fm 2843 is listed at $595,000 with 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathrooms, 1,320 square feet, 12.32-acre lot. This places it above the ZIP 76571 single-family closed-sale median price of $504,310 (ZIP 76571 geography · single-family closed sales · median sale price · trailing 12 months as of Oct 21, 2026).

What school district is 8285 Fm 2843 in?

8285 Fm 2843 is zoned for Salado ISD with assigned schools: Thomas Arnold (elementary), Salado (middle), Salado (high). School assignments should be verified directly with the district.

What are the property details for 8285 Fm 2843?

8285 Fm 2843 is a Farm built in 2002 featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathrooms, 1,320 square feet, 12.32-acre lot.

What are the property taxes for 8285 Fm 2843?

The most recent annual property tax for 8285 Fm 2843 is $8,726. 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.

How should a buyer estimate the monthly payment for 8285 Fm 2843?

This page does not assume a mortgage rate or publish a monthly payment for 8285 Fm 2843. A property-specific estimate requires a current lender rate, chosen down payment, taxes, insurance, and any verified association dues.

How does 8285 Fm 2843 compare with other homes in Salado?

As of Oct 16, 2026, 8285 Fm 2843 is offered at $595,000. The current MLS snapshot shows 61 active listings in 76571.

What is the water access at 8285 Fm 2843?

The MLS listing marks 8285 Fm 2843 as waterfront. The reported waterfront feature is Creek. Confirm shoreline access, dock rights, and floodplain status from current property documents during due diligence.

Answers use visible listing facts, school context, and neighborhood data available on this page. Verify time-sensitive details before making decisions.

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