163 County Road 283
About this property
Welcome to this exceptional custom Austin limestone home situated on approximately 8.87 acres in Harwood, Texas. Offering approximately 3,200 square feet, this thoughtfully designed home features 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 2 half baths, with spacious open concept living areas ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. A charming wraparound porch overlooks the scenic property, where mature oak trees and a tranquil pond create a private and serene country setting. The land offers ample opportunities for outdoor recreation, hunting, or future improvements. Additional highlights include an RV/trailer pavilion on a concrete slab equipped with electric, water, and sewer hookups, providing flexibility for guests or extended stays. Located in Gonzales County, the property offers convenient access to nearby towns and minutes from I10 while maintaining the peace and privacy of true Texas country living. This property combines space, versatility, and timeless Hill Country charm-an exceptional opportunity to enjoy rural living at its finest.
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About the Area
163 County Road 283 is located in Harwood, Texas, in Gonzales County. Gonzales County holds a unique place in Texas history as the birthplace of the Texas Revolution, the "Come and Take It" cannon confrontation of 1835 occurred here, and the county wears that heritage proudly. The city of Gonzales anchors a ranching and agricultural county that has remained authentically Texan through the development waves transforming neighboring counties.
The Guadalupe River flows through the northern part of Gonzales County, providing river frontage properties and water recreation. The terrain transitions from the sandy post oak soils of the northwest to the heavy blackland prairie soils of the southeast, supporting diverse agricultural operations.
Harwood had an estimated population of 52 as of 2023. The 78632 zip code has a median household income of $63,250, a median home value of $184,400, and a median age of 42.5. The average household size is 2.44 people.
Cattle ranching, row crop agriculture, oil and gas production, and a modest manufacturing sector in Gonzales anchor the county economy. River frontage properties on the Guadalupe attract recreational buyers, while the agricultural interior offers productive working ranch land.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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