Dale, TX 78616 (Caldwell County)
About this property
Enjoy the perfect balance of country living and convenience with this 10+ acre unrestricted property located just 3 miles from Hwy 21 and only 4 miles from SH 130, providing quick access to Austin, Bastrop, Lockhart, and surrounding areas. Featuring a beautifully updated 2,230± sq. ft. home with owner financing available, this property offers the freedom and flexibility that's becoming increasingly difficult to find. With NO HOA, NO restrictions, and NO floodplain, the possibilities are endless. The spacious home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a dedicated office, 2 living areas, an open-concept kitchen, utility room, storage room, and two walk-in closets in the primary suite. Extensive recent upgrades mean the home is move-in ready and has never been occupied since renovations were completed. Recent improvements include fresh interior and exterior paint, new flooring throughout, upgraded lighting, new sinks and faucets, updated bathroom fixtures, new ceiling fans with remotes, a brand-new stove/oven, and a new sliding patio door leading to the back deck. Major system updates include a serviced and upgraded septic system with dual selectable drain fields, two water heaters, and an HVAC system approximately six years old. Outdoor amenities include three decks with railings and gates, a 20x20 open-air barn, all positioned to take advantage of the property's excellent long-range views. With ample space for animals, equipment, recreation, future homesites, or business use, this versatile property combines modern updates with unrestricted acreage and outstanding accessibility. Schedule your showing today and discover everything this turnkey country property has to offer.
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About the Area
285 Hilltop Dr is located in Dale, Texas, in Caldwell County. Caldwell County lies at the southern edge of the Hill Country transition, centered on Lockhart, the Barbecue Capital of Texas, home to legendary pitmasters whose craft has drawn food pilgrims from around the world. The county blends working-class Texas tradition with proximity to the booming Austin corridor.
The San Marcos River forms part of the county's northern boundary, and the Plum Creek watershed drains much of the county's rolling blackland prairie and post oak savanna. The terrain is gentler than the Hill Country proper, with broad agricultural plains transitioning to wooded creek bottoms.
The 78616 zip code has a median household income of $70,148, a median home value of $174,800, and a median age of 32.2. The average household size is 3.48 people. The zip code has a total population of 10,008.
Agriculture, barbecue tourism, manufacturing, and Austin metro spillover define Caldwell County's economy. Lockhart has seen significant investment as buyers priced out of Austin seek affordable acreage and small-town living within 40 miles of downtown.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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