ActiveMLS# 2749543
$260,000
5 Acres · Lot/Land · $52,000/acre
TBD Rustic Trl
Salado, TX 76571 (Bell County)

About this property

Set on 5 acres in Hidden Springs, this residential lot offers the kind of tranquil, wooded setting that makes it easy to picture the dream. Mature oaks, native plants, open buildable space, and pockets of tree coverage give the property a beautiful natural backdrop, with frequent wildlife visitors adding to the peaceful feel. With flat, usable land and a beautiful mix of open space and mature trees, this lot gives you room to bring your dream ranch home to life. Think wraparound porch, pool, guest house, workshop, barn, garden, and space for the kind of acreage living you’ve been picturing. Horses are allowed, too. Picture morning coffee with wide-open tree views, evenings under the stars, and the kind of privacy that feels harder and harder to find. Hidden Springs is known for its spacious homesites, with every resident on at least 2 acres, creating a neighborhood that feels open, quiet, and intentionally spread out. Modern utilities are already in place throughout the community, power is available at the street, and the low HOA with easy restrictions gives you room to create without feeling boxed in. Residents also enjoy access to a neighborhood park with a pavilion, tennis/pickleball court, picnic area, and Salado Creek setting. The location feels tucked away, yet you’re still within easy reach of the historic Village of Salado, where local restaurants, shops, galleries, live music, and small-town events give the area its charm. With I-35 nearby, Austin, Georgetown, Temple, Belton, and Waco are all within reach, making this a rare opportunity to build a peaceful country retreat while staying connected to the best of Central Texas. This is more than a lot to build on. It’s the chance to create the kind of life people move to acreage for, with privacy, possibility, and a location that keeps the best of Central Texas within easy reach. Buyer to verify all info.

Property details

Property TypeLot/Land
Acreage5 acres
StatusActive
Days on Market28 days
ListedApril 27, 2026
CountyBell
ZIP Code76571
Price per Acre$52,000/acre
MLS Number2749543
Listed ByClassic Realty Of Texas, LLC

Location

Area & Lifestyle

About the Area

TBD Rustic Trl is located in Salado, Texas, in Bell County. Bell County anchors the northern gateway to the Hill Country region, centered on Killeen-Temple-Belton, a diverse metro area shaped by Fort Cavazos (formerly Fort Hood), the largest active-duty military installation in the United States. The county blends military community character with a growing healthcare and university sector.

Stillhouse Hollow Lake and Belton Lake on the Leon River provide significant water recreation within Bell County. The terrain transitions from the limestone Hill Country in the west to the blackland prairie in the east. The Lampasas River flows through the western reaches of the county.

Salado had an estimated population of 2,292 as of 2023. The 76571 zip code has a median household income of $103,341, a median home value of $395,800, and a median age of 47.1. The average household size is 2.64 people.

Fort Cavazos is the dominant economic driver in Bell County, supporting tens of thousands of military personnel and civilian contractors. Baylor Scott and White Health, one of the largest healthcare systems in Texas, anchors the Temple medical district. Texas A&M Central Texas serves a significant higher education population.

Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).

Listing information © 2026 Unlock MLS (ACTRIS). All data provided AS IS. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Listing courtesy of Classic Realty Of Texas, LLC.

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Barron Johnson
Broker Associate · Spyglass Realty