West Point, TX 78963 (Fayette County)
About this property
Discover the perfect blend of privacy, recreation, and income potential on this unique gated property in West Point, Texas, ideally situated between Bastrop and La Grange, just minutes from Highway 71. Tucked among mature oak, pine, and cedar trees, this versatile retreat offers the feel of a secluded getaway while maintaining convenient access to Central Texas amenities. The property features two thoughtfully designed tiny homes, creating an exceptional opportunity for multi-generational living, guest accommodations, weekend retreats, or short-term rental income. The first home offers a comfortable 1-bedroom, 1-bath layout with an expansive covered porch perfect for outdoor living, while the second 1-bedroom, 2-bath tiny home includes a loft and charming screened-in front porch overlooking the natural surroundings. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate ample room for hiking, biking, hunting, wildlife watching, gardening, and evenings around a campfire under the stars. Established peach and pomegranate trees add character and seasonal enjoyment, while the wooded landscape provides privacy and a connection to nature. Additional improvements include a 12x24 partially converted shed ideal for an art studio, home office, hobby space, or climate-controlled storage, as well as a separate 12x24 workshop wired for electric hookup with climate control for projects, equipment storage, remote work, or small business use. Whether you're dreaming of a hobby farm, family compound, Airbnb investment, hunting retreat, weekend escape, or full-time residence, this property is ready to accommodate your vision. Bring your chickens, goats, pigs, dogs, and other animals and enjoy the freedom of country living with room to grow. Rarely does a property combine multiple dwellings, income-producing potential, recreational opportunities, and convenient access to Bastrop, La Grange, and Highway 71 in one private package.
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About the Area
1705 Makinson Rd is located in West Point, Texas, in Fayette County. Fayette County preserves one of the most authentic expressions of Czech and German immigrant heritage in Texas, centered on La Grange and the surrounding communities of Schulenburg and Flatonia. The county's rolling post oak savanna and bottomland farms have been worked by the same families for five and six generations.
The Colorado River flows along the northern boundary of Fayette County, and the terrain transitions from the post oak savanna of the central county to the blackland prairie in the east. Monument Hill State Historic Site overlooks the Colorado River valley, marking a site of significance from the Republic of Texas era.
The 78963 zip code has a median household income of $90,357, a median home value of $231,000, and a median age of 61.8. The average household size is 1.99 people. The zip code has a total population of 470.
Agriculture, cattle, row crops, and hay, remains the primary economic driver in Fayette County, supplemented by a growing agritourism sector and proximity to the Austin-Houston corridor along US-90. The county attracts buyers seeking productive bottomland and post oak acreage at agricultural prices.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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