12716 Pauls Valley Rd
About this property
Rare opportunity to own 5.117 acres with approximately 219 feet of Barton Creek frontage, offering beautiful creek views, recreational opportunities and the unique experience of owning property along the water—all within close proximity to Austin. The value is in the land and its possibilities, with substantial creek frontage, privacy and a peaceful natural setting creating an exceptional opportunity for a variety of future uses. Existing improvements provide flexibility for potential use while envisioning what comes next. Light restrictions offer additional flexibility and allow the property to be considered for a range of possibilities. Whether envisioned as a private retreat, a future homesite or an opportunity to create something uniquely your own, this property offers the combination of land, water, privacy and location that is increasingly difficult to find so close to Austin.
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About the Area
12716 Pauls Valley Rd is located in Austin, Texas, in Hays County. Hays County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States, driven by the explosive growth of San Marcos and Kyle-Buda corridor connecting Austin and San Antonio. The county blends Hill Country character in its western reaches, Wimberley, Dripping Springs, Driftwood, with rapidly urbanizing communities along the I-35 corridor.
The Blanco River and Barton Creek headwaters flow through Hays County, carving spring-fed swimming holes beloved by generations of Texans. Jacob's Well, a natural cylindrical karstic spring, and the swimming holes of Blue Hole Regional Park draw visitors year-round. The Edwards Plateau escarpment creates dramatic topographic relief in the western half of the county.
Austin had an estimated population of 967,862 as of 2023. The 78737 zip code has a median household income of $164,066, a median home value of $689,200, and a median age of 39. The average household size is 3.07 people.
Texas State University anchors San Marcos, supporting a significant education and healthcare sector. The I-35 corridor has attracted major distribution centers and manufacturing. The western Hill Country communities of Wimberley and Dripping Springs have become destination wine, dining, and retreat markets commanding premium real estate prices.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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