Elgin, TX 78621 (Travis County)
About this property
Bring your horses and enjoy peaceful country living on 5 beautiful acres in Elgin! This charming property offers the perfect blend of peaceful country living and modern comfort. Featuring 2,154 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, this home includes 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a two-car garage, and an additional living area perfect for a home office, media room, playroom, or guest retreat. The kitchen is well-equipped with granite countertops, an electric range, microwave, and dishwasher, creating a functional and inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. Natural light flows throughout the home, while the expansive acreage provides endless possibilities for gardening, recreation, or simply enjoying the quiet surroundings. Step outside to enjoy the property’s beautiful variety of mature fruit and nut trees, including two pecan trees, two fig trees, two peach trees, a pomegranate tree, and a plumcot tree, along with an established asparagus bush for seasonal harvests. An outdoor storage barn adds extra convenience and space for tools, hobbies, or equipment. Whether you’re looking for a private homestead, room to grow, or a serene escape just outside the city, this unique property offers the space, character, and lifestyle you’ve been searching for.
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12800 Quarterhorse Dr is located in Elgin, 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.
Elgin had an estimated population of 10,996 as of 2023. The 78621 zip code has a median household income of $88,246, a median home value of $262,300, and a median age of 39.2. The average household size is 2.79 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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