Manchaca, TX 78652 (Travis County)
About this property
Exceptional Development Opportunity – Nearly 6 Acres in Manchaca Located at the southern edge of the City of Austin limits, this just-under-six-acre tract in unincorporated Manchaca presents a rare opportunity for investors, developers, or owner-users seeking flexibility and long-term upside. The property is fully unrestricted, offering maximum freedom for a wide range of potential uses without the constraints of zoning or city ordinances. Positioned just north of the planned SH 45 extension, the site stands to benefit significantly from future infrastructure improvements, including the anticipated connection of MoPac to SH 45, which will provide enhanced regional access and improved connectivity to Central and North Austin. This evolving transportation corridor is expected to accelerate growth and accessibility in the surrounding area. The property sits immediately beyond current Austin city limits, in a path of projected southward expansion as the city continues to grow. As development momentum pushes outward, this location offers strong potential for future annexation and value appreciation while currently retaining the advantages of unincorporated land. Current comps on surrounding land support $250,000 an acre. With its size, strategic location, and unrestricted status, this property is well-positioned for a variety of uses and represents a compelling opportunity in one of Austin’s most dynamic growth corridors.
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506 Horsethief Trl #D is located in Manchaca, Texas, in Travis County. Travis County is home to Austin, the capital of Texas and one of the fastest-growing major cities in the United States. Beyond the urban core, Travis County still contains significant ranch and acreage properties in its western reaches, where the Hill Country meets the city and land values reflect both agricultural heritage and proximity to one of America's most dynamic economies.
The Colorado River flows through Travis County, impounded into Lake Travis and Lake Austin, key recreation anchors for the region. The Balcones Escarpment marks the transition from the limestone Hill Country in the west to the Blackland Prairie in the east. Barton Creek and its tributaries carve spring-fed swimming holes and nature preserves within the urban fabric.
Manchaca had an estimated population of 2,002 as of 2023. The 78652 zip code has a median household income of $118,750, a median home value of $480,600, and a median age of 41.9. The average household size is 2.73 people.
Austin's economy is anchored by the University of Texas, state government, and a massive technology sector that has attracted Apple, Tesla, Oracle, Dell, and hundreds of startups. Travis County acreage properties command premium prices reflecting proximity to the Austin job market, major airports, and world-class amenities.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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