Buchanan Dam, TX 78609 (Llano County)
About this property
1,299 feet of Lake Buchanan shoreline. 5.62 acres. And a 65’ lighthouse rising above it all. This is not just lakefront property—it’s a landmark setting rarely found on the lake. One of four Lake Buchanan waterfront parcels within a 23-acre offering—available individually, together, or as a complete lakefront estate. The shoreline opens into a sandy beach with water depths reaching 20+ feet, creating an ideal setup for swimming and launching boats. A private boat ramp provides effortless launches into Lake Buchanan. The land stretches across 5.62 gently rolling acres shaded by mature trees, offering privacy, natural beauty, and room to expand or create additional lakefront spaces. The centerpiece of the property is the fully functional 65-foot lighthouse overlooking the shoreline. From the top, sweeping views extend across Lake Buchanan and the surrounding Hill Country for miles. At its base, built-in concrete planters and bench seating create the perfect place to relax and watch the lake come alive. The residence provides a comfortable lakeside retreat with crown molding, uplighting, and large windows capturing lake views. A spacious living area, well-equipped kitchen, and generous bedroom overlooking the water make it an ideal getaway or home base for lake adventures. A covered front porch offers a quiet place for morning coffee or evening sunsets. Massive shoreline. Iconic views. A property unlike anything else on Lake Buchanan.
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About the Area
18617 E State Highway 29 None is located in Buchanan Dam, Texas, in Llano County. Llano County sits at the geographic center of Texas and the heart of the Highland Lakes region, known as the Deer Capital of Texas for its exceptional whitetail deer hunting. The city of Llano on the banks of the Llano River anchors a county that blends working ranch land, granite geology, and river recreation.
The Llano River flows through the county, offering exceptional fishing and kayaking over its granite-bottomed course. The Central Mineral Region, a unique geological formation of Precambrian granite and gneiss, creates the distinctive pink and gray granite landscape visible throughout the county. Enchanted Rock State Natural Area sits on the Llano-Gillespie county line.
Buchanan Dam had an estimated population of 1,359 as of 2023. The 78609 zip code has a median household income of $60,663, a median home value of $276,100, and a median age of 63.4. The average household size is 1.98 people.
Hunting leases, ranching, granite quarrying, river tourism, and retirement living define the Llano County economy. The county attracts buyers seeking hunting ranches, river properties, and large acreage tracts at competitive prices relative to neighboring Gillespie and Burnet counties.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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