Lockhart, TX 78644 (Caldwell County)
About this property
Rare multi-use 98-acre ranch and event property located on State Park Road just minutes from Lockhart and 30 minutes from Austin. The property features a massive covered pavilion approximately 257’ x 237’ that was originally built for bull riding and rodeo events, along with an attached 100’ x 100’ insulated building with plumbing that is ideal for concessions, offices, or event space. Improvements include two homes, a 40’ x 50’ storage building, five electric meters, one water meter, and three septic systems. The ranch is fully fenced and cross fenced with horse pasture, cattle areas, stock tanks, mature trees, ATV trails, hunting areas, and scenic views. A second entrance allows for event access, trailers, equipment, or the ability to separate business and residential use. This property offers potential for a rodeo arena, event venue, wedding venue, concert venue, corporate retreat, livestock operation, or private ranch, all in a prime location near Lockhart and within commuting distance to Austin.
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About the Area
8519 State Park Rd is located in Lockhart, Texas, in Caldwell County. Caldwell County lies at the southern edge of the Hill Country transition, centered on Lockhart, the Barbecue Capital of Texas, home to legendary pitmasters whose craft has drawn food pilgrims from around the world. The county blends working-class Texas tradition with proximity to the booming Austin corridor.
The San Marcos River forms part of the county's northern boundary, and the Plum Creek watershed drains much of the county's rolling blackland prairie and post oak savanna. The terrain is gentler than the Hill Country proper, with broad agricultural plains transitioning to wooded creek bottoms.
Lockhart had an estimated population of 14,708 as of 2023. The 78644 zip code has a median household income of $72,155, a median home value of $242,900, and a median age of 38.6. The average household size is 2.67 people.
Agriculture, barbecue tourism, manufacturing, and Austin metro spillover define Caldwell County's economy. Lockhart has seen significant investment as buyers priced out of Austin seek affordable acreage and small-town living within 40 miles of downtown.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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