San Marcos, TX 78666 (Hays County)
About this property
Outstanding Gentlemen's ranch in the Texas Hill Country between Wimberley and San Marcos. This 42 acre Ag Exempt ranch is frequented by a herd of Longhorn cattle via open grazing agreement as well as wild turkeys. With over 6400 square foot of living space there is room for every activity. The first floor has an open living/kitchen/dining area with expansive ceilings and and large windows and glass doors that fill the space with natural light. The kitchen was built with entertainment in mind.The pantry with built in commercial refrigerator/freezer is the space that most only dream about. Across the back of the kitche/living space is a 13 x 55 screened porch and outdoor kitchen with plenty of room to host friends and family. The Primary Suite is unique in many ways. Beyond the large closet, bath and bedroom is a dedicated second floor with 2 large rooms that can serve as a private living room, office, hobby or trophy room.
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About the Area
1951 Bridlewood Ranches Dr is located in San Marcos, 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.
San Marcos had an estimated population of 68,920 as of 2023. The 78666 zip code has a median household income of $55,478, a median home value of $271,900, and a median age of 27. The average household size is 2.35 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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