
Positioned along one of the primary corridors between Austin, Bastrop, & Houston, this 12+ acre development opportunity in Smithville offers a rare fully entitled & permit-approved RV park located within a federally designated Opportunity Zone. With more than 1,000' of frontage along Highway 71, the property delivers exceptional visibility & direct access along one of Central Texas’ most heavily traveled routes. Bastrop Co., TCEQ and TxDOT Approved plans include a thoughtfully designed RV park concept featuring 77 level RV sites with patios & modern amenities, serving both short-term travelers & long-term guests in the growing Austin–Bastrop corridor. Amenities include ample shade trees, dog park, pickleball court, outdoor fire pits, fishing lake access, & modern laundry facilities, creating a comfortable & community-oriented environment for guests. Located approx. 35 minutes from Austin, ABIA, Tesla, & the rapidly expanding Bastrop film studio district, the site benefits from strong regional growth, increasing tourism, & rising demand for RV accommodations in Central Texas. In addition to the land, all of the RV park roads & 60% of pad sites have already been cleared & rough graded. Underground conduit for water, power, & internet has been trenched & buried to 60% of the pad sites. 100% of the pad site power/water pedestals have been purchased. 95% of all conduit & piping required for power, water, sewer & internet has been purchased. All supplies will transfer with sale. Municipal water contract has been secured & system development fees & upgraded meter installation fees have been paid. A grand total of $464,359 of direct construction, materials, & development costs have been paid to date. With all required development approvals already secured, substantial highway frontage, & the potential tax advantages of an Opportunity Zone investment, this property represents a truly turnkey RV park development opportunity in one of the fastest-growing regions in Texas.
Property Type
Commercial Sale
Lot Size
12.82 acres
Listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC
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878 Highway 71 W 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 878 Highway 71 W is $4,822. 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.
With 20% down ($150,000) on a 30-year fixed mortgage at approximately 6.75%, the estimated monthly payment for 878 Highway 71 W is around $4,293 including principal, interest, and estimated taxes. Actual payment varies by rate, down payment, insurance, and HOA fees.
At $750,000, 878 Highway 71 W is in the Smithville West market where there are currently 75 active listings in 78957.
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$750,000
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Days on market
106 days
Original to current
$100K reduction
$850K original
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Source: MLS Grid / Unlock MLS and Keenan Group review as of Jul 12, 2026.
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