Belton, TX 76513 (Bell County)
About this property
Rare 152-Acre Development Opportunity in Rapidly Growing Belton, Texas This approximately 152-acre tract on Elm Grove Rd in Belton offers an exceptional development opportunity in one of Central Texas’ fastest-growing communities. A current development approach envisions approximately 120 residential lots, creating the potential for a substantial new community in a market experiencing continued growth and demand. Preliminary projections indicate individual finished lots could potentially be valued from approximately $400,000 to $1,000,000 each, depending on location, size, amenities, and final development plans. A major highlight is the property’s Lampasas River frontage, with approximately eight potential riverfront homesites. These premium lots could provide a highly desirable waterfront amenity and significant additional value to the development. The property also includes a small one-bedroom home that needs work and a large outbuilding, offering existing improvements with potential utility during the development process. Located in Belton with convenient access to Temple, Salado, Georgetown, Austin, and major Central Texas employment corridors, the property combines development potential with a desirable location and natural setting. With approximately 152 acres, a development approach for 120 homesites, potential lot values of $400,000–$1,000,000 each, and rare Lampasas River frontage, 4170 Elm Grove Rd presents a compelling opportunity for developers, builders, and investors seeking a significant Central Texas development tract. Development approach, lot count, density, lot values, utilities, access, and feasibility are subject to verification and applicable governmental approvals.
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4170 Elm Grove Rd is located in Belton, 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.
Belton had an estimated population of 23,769 as of 2023. The 76513 zip code has a median household income of $82,366, a median home value of $260,200, and a median age of 34.2. The average household size is 2.79 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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