Dale, TX 78616 (Caldwell County)
About this property
Located just minutes from Lockhart and an easy drive to Austin, this custom-built home in Dale, TX offers the perfect balance of convenience and country living. Set on a full 1-acre lot with no restrictions, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home also includes a dedicated office or study, giving you the flexibility to fit your lifestyle. Inside, you’ll find a comfortable, light-filled layout with a welcoming living area and a kitchen designed for everyday living and gathering. The primary suite provides a quiet retreat, while the additional bedrooms and office offer space for family, guests, or working from home. Step outside and enjoy the open space, ideal for animals, projects, or simply relaxing under the Texas sky. With no HOA, you have the freedom to truly make it your own. Enjoy peaceful country living without sacrificing convenience, this one truly feels like home.
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About the Area
574 Highland Ranch Way is located in Dale, Texas, in Caldwell County. Caldwell County lies at the southern edge of the Hill Country transition, centered on Lockhart, the Barbecue Capital of Texas, home to legendary pitmasters whose craft has drawn food pilgrims from around the world. The county blends working-class Texas tradition with proximity to the booming Austin corridor.
The San Marcos River forms part of the county's northern boundary, and the Plum Creek watershed drains much of the county's rolling blackland prairie and post oak savanna. The terrain is gentler than the Hill Country proper, with broad agricultural plains transitioning to wooded creek bottoms.
The 78616 zip code has a median household income of $70,148, a median home value of $174,800, and a median age of 32.2. The average household size is 3.48 people. The zip code has a total population of 10,008.
Agriculture, barbecue tourism, manufacturing, and Austin metro spillover define Caldwell County's economy. Lockhart has seen significant investment as buyers priced out of Austin seek affordable acreage and small-town living within 40 miles of downtown.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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