Leander, TX 78641 (Travis County)
About this property
SUNRISE VISTA RANCHETTE offers 20 scenic acres in Travis County in the heart of Central Texas’ rapidly growing Texas Triangle. Located on a quiet dead-end road off RR 1431, with privacy, sweeping Hill Country views, & convenient access to Cedar Park, Round Rock, & Austin amenities. The hilltop homesite overlooks Lime Creek Valley & faces approximately 10K acres of protected preserve land, including Baker Sanctuary, creating a peaceful natural backdrop with abundant wildlife such as deer & turkey. Enjoy year-round scenery including spring wildflowers, migrating birds, dramatic sunsets, & occasional waterfalls after rainfall. The single-story home features approximately 2,627 sq ft with 4 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms with a gated courtyard & covered back deck, and is ready for updates to make it your own. South-facing living spaces include floor-to-ceiling windows capturing expansive valley views. Also included is a 2,482 sq ft 9-stall barn with an air-conditioned office, workshop, hay room, & chicken coop with run. Cross-fenced acreage under wildlife management is ideal for livestock, recreation, or future improvements. Light deed restrictions require a minimum 1,800 sq ft residence. Historically the restrictions have been lightly enforced, offering flexibility for a homestead, private estate, family compound, or potential mixed-use opportunities (Buyer to verify). Additional features include wildlife management property taxes (under $5,000/year), a 20kW off-grid solar array with 90kW battery storage, & a 12,800-gallon rainwater collection system. Conveniently located near Lake Travis, major shopping & dining along 183A and Highway 1431, & within reach of major Central Texas destinations including Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, Circuit of The Americas, Dell Diamond, & the HEB Center at Cedar Park. This rare property offers the opportunity to enjoy private Hill Country living with exceptional views & close-in access to Austin’s top attractions.
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12516 Wire Rd is located in Leander, Texas, in Travis County. Travis County is home to Austin, the capital of Texas and one of the fastest-growing major cities in the United States. Beyond the urban core, Travis County still contains significant ranch and acreage properties in its western reaches, where the Hill Country meets the city and land values reflect both agricultural heritage and proximity to one of America's most dynamic economies.
The Colorado River flows through Travis County, impounded into Lake Travis and Lake Austin, key recreation anchors for the region. The Balcones Escarpment marks the transition from the limestone Hill Country in the west to the Blackland Prairie in the east. Barton Creek and its tributaries carve spring-fed swimming holes and nature preserves within the urban fabric.
Leander had an estimated population of 67,880 as of 2023. The 78641 zip code has a median household income of $131,421, a median home value of $453,100, and a median age of 36.7. The average household size is 2.89 people.
Austin's economy is anchored by the University of Texas, state government, and a massive technology sector that has attracted Apple, Tesla, Oracle, Dell, and hundreds of startups. Travis County acreage properties command premium prices reflecting proximity to the Austin job market, major airports, and world-class amenities.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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