Salado, TX 76571 (Bell County)
About this property
Come and see this unique Victorian Home property nestled on top of a scenic panoramic hill. This exceptional 10-acre estate offers a rare blend of historic charm and modern self-sufficiency. Featuring two fully renovated Victorian homes joined into one expansive residence and a separate guest house, this property is ideal for multi-generational living. This creative space and layout have the potential to be more than just a home with possible income producing opportunities. Thoughtfully updated, the homes retain their architectural elegance with high ceilings, original woodwork and wrap-around porches while incorporating modern systems for comfort and reliability. Designed with long-term resilience in mind, this property includes a fully owned and transferable solar and wind system with battery backup that powers the water pump and the 110 electrical outlets in the North Wing ensuring sustainable living. There is a fully equipped tornado shelter which acts as a durable storage unit as well. The detached guest house has 2 bedrooms, and 1 bath, kitchen, dining, front and back porch with incredible views which has its own separate carport. There is a barn with 2 horse stalls that is home to playful goats, watchful donkeys and dutiful barn cats. A self-sustaining keyhole garden is within easy reach of the farmhouse. The land itself offers a mix of open pasture and wooded areas providing ample opportunities for recreation, agriculture or livestock. Combining privacy, preparedness and an old-world elegant style, this one-of-a-kind property presents an unparalleled opportunity for those seeking security, flexibility and rural tranquility. This property is conveniently located between Austin and Waco, 10 minutes from the charming and artistic village of Salado and 15 minutes from Killeen (home to Fort Hood). Come and enjoy the inviting porches with the gorgeous panoramic views, hummingbirds, nature and wildlife abundance.
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About the Area
13471 Cedar Valley Rd is located in Salado, Texas, in Bell County. Bell County anchors the northern gateway to the Hill Country region, centered on Killeen-Temple-Belton, a diverse metro area shaped by Fort Cavazos (formerly Fort Hood), the largest active-duty military installation in the United States. The county blends military community character with a growing healthcare and university sector.
Stillhouse Hollow Lake and Belton Lake on the Leon River provide significant water recreation within Bell County. The terrain transitions from the limestone Hill Country in the west to the blackland prairie in the east. The Lampasas River flows through the western reaches of the county.
Salado had an estimated population of 2,292 as of 2023. The 76571 zip code has a median household income of $103,341, a median home value of $395,800, and a median age of 47.1. The average household size is 2.64 people.
Fort Cavazos is the dominant economic driver in Bell County, supporting tens of thousands of military personnel and civilian contractors. Baylor Scott and White Health, one of the largest healthcare systems in Texas, anchors the Temple medical district. Texas A&M Central Texas serves a significant higher education population.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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