385 Private Road 1712
About this property
Escape to the highly sought-after Texas Hill Country and discover the ultimate canvas for your custom dream home within the exclusive, gated enclave of Dancing Bear Ranch. This spectacular 5.5-acre hilltop homesite boasts sweeping, panoramic views of beautiful Medina Lake and features gentle rolling slopes perfect for an architectural masterpiece. Here, you can embrace the serenity of a private ranch lifestyle, complete with unmatched peace, quiet, and breathtaking nightly sunsets. Residents of this upscale community enjoy premium amenities, including a private lakeside park, a clubhouse, a covered pavilion, a playground, and the convenience of underground utilities and a community water system. Residents appreciate being situated within the Northside Independent School District. Best of all, you can enjoy the incredible perk of **no city taxes** while remaining just a short drive away from the vibrant shopping, dining, and entertainment options in nearby Helotes and Alamo Ranch. Seize this rare opportunity to build your ideal retreat and start living the lifestyle you deserve.
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About the Area
385 Private Road 1712 is located in Mico, Texas, in Medina County. Medina County spans the transition from the Texas Hill Country to the South Texas Plains, centered on Hondo and incorporating the scenic Hill Country community of Medina along the upper Medina River. The county blends working ranch culture with proximity to San Antonio and a growing agritourism sector.
The Medina River originates in Bandera County and flows through the northern reaches of Medina County, supporting spring-fed swimming holes and riverside ranches. The terrain transitions from limestone hills in the north to the flat brush country of the South Texas Plains in the south. Medina Lake on the county's eastern boundary provides water recreation.
The 78056 zip code has a median household income of $122,026, a median home value of $502,800, and a median age of 45. The average household size is 2.73 people. The zip code has a total population of 2,431.
Cattle ranching, onion and vegetable farming, hunting leases, and San Antonio metro proximity define the Medina County economy. The northern Hill Country portion of the county commands premium prices for river frontage and scenic hill country acreage.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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