
Johnson City, TX 78636 (Blanco County)
About this property
Lot 26 is one of the largest and most private homesites in The Preserve at Walnut Springs — a gated 2,000-acre ranch community with just 66 lots, an hour from both Austin and San Antonio. At 7.01 acres with a private well already in place, trees maintained, underbrush cleared, and multiple natural build sites established, the land is primed and ready to break ground. The Wildlife-exemption conveys and there are no city taxes, making this a well-positioned piece of Hill Country to hold and build on. The property backs to Tow Creek — a seasonal rock-bottom creek — with no homes behind you and unobstructed Hill Country views. Mature live oaks spread across the acreage, their canopies creating natural pockets of shade and privacy that make the land feel tucked away. It's a quiet, private setting within a community that has real amenities when you want them: 22 miles of riding and hiking trails, an 8-stall equestrian barn with a covered arena, stocked fishing ponds, and a spring-fed swimming hole. The Hill Country-style clubhouse, swimming pools, tennis courts, and a putting green round out the social side. What makes The Preserve distinct is the ranch lifestyle that comes built-in. Longhorn cattle roam the grounds, maintained by an onsite Ranch Manager — owners get the authentic feel of a working ranch without carrying that responsibility themselves. An onsite concierge handles the details. Whether you're out on the trails in the morning or sitting under the oaks watching the light change in the evening, this is a place that rewards the people who've been looking for a real piece of the Hill Country — well-kept, well-positioned, and ready to build on.
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About the Area
768 N Walnut Springs Rd is located in Johnson City, Texas, in Blanco County. Blanco County is one of the most scenic and sought-after counties in the Texas Hill Country, home to the charming town of Blanco and the world-famous Willow City Loop, a winding road through private ranch land that draws thousands of visitors during bluebonnet season each spring.
The Blanco River originates in Kendall County and flows through the heart of Blanco County, feeding spring-fed swimming holes and limestone-banked swimming areas. The Pedernales River also flows through the eastern portion of the county. Rolling hills, granite outcroppings, and post oak savannas define the landscape.
Johnson City had an estimated population of 1,952 as of 2023. The 78636 zip code has a median household income of $59,625, a median home value of $458,800, and a median age of 52.7. The average household size is 2.3 people.
Lavender farming, vineyards, agritourism, and ranching define Blanco County's agricultural identity. The county has become a destination for weekend visitors from Austin and San Antonio, supporting a growing hospitality and short-term rental economy alongside traditional ranch operations.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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