Smithville, TX 78957 (Bastrop County)
About this property
Endless Possibilities Whether you're dreaming of: • A small farmstead • A private family retreat • A weekend getaway • Or a full-time country lifestyle. This property offers the space, setting, and opportunity to bring those dreams to life in one of the area’s most peaceful communities. Tucked away in the quiet Thunderbird Lake Subdivision, this 1.6-acre property offers the perfect balance of privacy, natural beauty, and everyday convenience. Surrounded by towering shade trees and nestled in a serene country setting, this land provides an inviting canvas for your dream homestead. The Thunderbird Lake community is known for its peaceful atmosphere and amenities, including a community park and scenic lake ideal for fishing, relaxing, or simply enjoying the view. Located just minutes from Smithville and a short drive to Bastrop, you’ll enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, and local events—while still savoring the quiet of rural living. Property Highlights include: • 1.6 acres of usable land Mature shade trees throughout • Spacious shed/barn remains on site • Circular driveway for easy access • Electric and water connections available. The existing shed/barn is ideal for storage, a workshop, equipment space, or even future livestock projects. The circular driveway makes maneuvering vehicles, trailers, or equipment simple and efficient. With utilities already available, you’ll save valuable time and upfront expense as you begin building your vision. The mature trees provide natural shade, privacy, and the perfect backdrop for gardens, outdoor living spaces, or a custom home. If you’ve been searching for the right place to plant roots and build something truly your own, this Lake Thunderbird property is ready for its next chapter.
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About the Area
276 Arrowhead Dr is located in Smithville, 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.
Smithville had an estimated population of 4,032 as of 2023. The 78957 zip code has a median household income of $62,796, a median home value of $246,500, and a median age of 40. The average household size is 2.5 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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