Bastrop, TX 78602 (Bastrop County)
About this property
3D TOUR AVAILABLE. This countryside home showcases 2 acres in an organized, cozy subdivision with unique rural charm and character. Retreat from busy life with this turnkey home and additions on the acreage with soaring pines. Vibes of a writer’s retreat and short term rental opportunities. A Breathtaking and expansive living room is designed for comfort and grandeur, featuring an impressive high ceiling that creates an airy atmosphere. The architectural distinction of a vaulted ceiling is further enhanced by beamed ceiling accents, establishing an inviting ambiance for relaxation and enjoyment. The space is grounded by a designer wood burning fireplace. Ascend into the oversized kitchen that is a chef’s dream with ample storage, stainless appliances, large pantry, stone countertops, undermount lighting and GAS cooktop. The kitchen bar invites casual dining as does the eat-in kitchen. Personal sanctuaries within the home include a well-appointed primary bedroom with tray ceiling and a private access to the side deck. The en-suite features a walk-in shower, soaker tub, dual vanities and large walk-in closet. 2 secondary bedrooms and shared bathroom are on the opposite side of the home for defined privacy. Bonus feature is a large loft upstairs. This Flex space is versatile for work, play or relaxation. The utility room is expansive and includes a sink, exterior access, storage and room to add a freezer or a wet room. The highlights of the exterior are abundant! A fully fenced back and front yard (all 2 acres), 2 car garage, chicken coop, fruit trees and soaring pines, extra parking pad, electric gate at front, Pedestrian gate. The backyard is separated into a smaller space for a dedicated backyard and a larger space as back pasture. Special spotlights on the remarkable covered deck that extends the width of the back of the home with an added exterior shower. What a perfect space to garden, grill, entertain or just relax under the stars.
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About the Area
179 Rainbow Dr is located in Bastrop, Texas, in Bastrop County. Bastrop County sits at the eastern edge of the Texas Hill Country transition zone, blending the Lost Pines forest, an isolated stand of loblolly pines separated from the East Texas Piney Woods by 100 miles, with open ranch land and the growing spillover of the Austin metro.
The Colorado River flows through the county, and the Lost Pines ecosystem creates a uniquely lush landscape unusual for Central Texas. Bastrop State Park preserves thousands of acres of pine forest that survived and recovered from the devastating 2011 wildfires.
Bastrop had an estimated population of 10,484 as of 2023. The 78602 zip code has a median household income of $86,976, a median home value of $310,300, and a median age of 38.1. The average household size is 2.67 people.
Bastrop County is one of the fastest-growing counties in Texas, driven by Austin metro expansion, the Tesla Gigafactory nearby, and SpaceX's Starbase proximity. Agriculture, timber, and tourism coexist with rapid residential and commercial development.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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