Lometa, TX 76853 (Lampasas County)
About this property
Escape to the peace and beauty of the Texas Hill Country with this charming retreat located on paved FM 581 just outside of Lometa and only minutes from shopping and H-E-B. The quaint rustic farmhouse features a classic tin roof, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, real wood floors, a spacious game room, and central heat and air, offering the perfect blend of country charm and everyday comfort. Also included is a well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath manufactured home complete with a covered deck, carport, and storage area — ideal for guests, extended family, or rental potential. The land is perfectly suited for recreation and country living, with excellent opportunities for whitetail deer hunting, star gazing under dark Texas skies, agricultural grazing with cows and calves, FFA or 4-H projects, and plenty of room for horses to roam. Enjoy the welcoming small-town atmosphere that makes Lometa special, from Catfish Fridays at Sammy's Cafe to delicious Mexican food at Rancho Seco and BBQ with adult beverages at The Beer Kooler. Experience the excitement of Friday night lights and six-man football, along with strong community pride through organizations like the Lometa Garden Club and Lometa Lions Club. Families will also appreciate highly regarded Lometa Independent School District and will love the Hornet Pride. Whether you’re looking for a weekend getaway, full-time country living, or an investment opportunity, this unique Hill Country property offers peaceful surroundings with convenient access to town amenities.
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About the Area
1312 Fm 581 Hwy E is located in Lometa, Texas, in Lampasas County. Lampasas County sits at the northeastern edge of the Hill Country, centered on Lampasas, a small historic city known for its mineral springs that once drew health-seekers from across Texas. The county blends working ranch land with proximity to the Killeen-Temple metro and the growing northern Austin suburbs.
The Lampasas River flows through the county seat, and Sulphur Creek, fed by mineral springs, runs through historic downtown Lampasas. The terrain features limestone hills and cedar brakes in the west transitioning to gentler agricultural land in the east. Lampasas sits at the edge of the Lampasas Cut Plain geological region.
Lometa had an estimated population of 787 as of 2023. The 76853 zip code has a median household income of $64,750, a median home value of $247,200, and a median age of 50.1. The average household size is 3.12 people.
Cattle ranching, agriculture, Fort Cavazos proximity, and a growing commuter population from the Killeen-Temple metro define the Lampasas County economy. The county offers affordable Hill Country-adjacent acreage for buyers who want the landscape without the premium prices of the core Hill Country counties.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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