Smithville, TX 78957 (Bastrop County)
About this property
16.51 Acres on the Colorado River – Smithville, TX Discover a rare opportunity to own 16.51 pristine acres along the beautiful Colorado River in the highly sought-after Doty River subdivision. Just minutes from charming Smithville and with convenient access to Hwy 71, this exceptional property offers both privacy and connection. Unique opportunity to own true riverfront property! This listing includes paved road access, public water (no need for a well!), almost 300' of treed riverfront access. Property has power installed. A canopy of mature trees and a majestic pecan tree create the perfect setting for a future custom homesite on Mitchell Street, while the property’s river frontage invites endless recreation—fishing, boating, kayaking, or simply unwinding along the water’s edge. A community beach launch area provides easy access for your boat or kayak, making every day feel like a getaway. Currently under a livestock agriculture exemption, the land carries valuable tax benefits, while existing electrical service and RV hookups allow for immediate use as a retreat until you’re ready to build. Whether you envision a private riverfront estate, a weekend escape, or a long-term investment in one of the area’s most desirable communities, this property presents a unique canvas for your vision. FYI: varying flood areas exist on all lots; buyer to verify all flood designation.
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0 Mitchell St is located in Smithville, Texas, in Bastrop County. Bastrop County sits at the eastern edge of the Texas Hill Country transition zone, blending the Lost Pines forest, an isolated stand of loblolly pines separated from the East Texas Piney Woods by 100 miles, with open ranch land and the growing spillover of the Austin metro.
The Colorado River flows through the county, and the Lost Pines ecosystem creates a uniquely lush landscape unusual for Central Texas. Bastrop State Park preserves thousands of acres of pine forest that survived and recovered from the devastating 2011 wildfires.
Smithville had an estimated population of 4,032 as of 2023. The 78957 zip code has a median household income of $62,796, a median home value of $246,500, and a median age of 40. The average household size is 2.5 people.
Bastrop County is one of the fastest-growing counties in Texas, driven by Austin metro expansion, the Tesla Gigafactory nearby, and SpaceX's Starbase proximity. Agriculture, timber, and tourism coexist with rapid residential and commercial development.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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