Buda, TX 78610 (Hays County)
About this property
Tucked away on a quiet dead-end road in northwest Buda, this property delivers the kind of privacy and acreage that's increasingly rare — and it's a prime opportunity for investors or homeowners ready to renovate for instant equity. With a full acre of flat, usable land, the options are wide open: consider expanding the existing footprint, explore adding an ADU for increased value, or design your ideal outdoor retreat. The lot is covered with towering mature oaks and native trees that create a natural screen of seclusion, and it backs to undeveloped land with no rear neighbors. Less than a mile from Highway 45 and just 17 miles from downtown Austin, the location keeps you connected without sacrificing the private, tucked-away feel. Inside, you'll find a versatile floor plan with three distinct living areas — a family room anchored by vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and a fireplace; a formal living space; and a separate office or study — giving you plenty of flexibility to reimagine the layout and finishes. Outside, the expansive backyard includes a covered patio and a detached storage shed, with plenty of room to create an outdoor living space that takes full advantage of the private, tree-lined setting. Don't miss your chance to own a rare find this close to Austin!
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About the Area
12403 Shady Acres Dr is located in Buda, 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.
Buda had an estimated population of 15,487 as of 2023. The 78610 zip code has a median household income of $110,417, a median home value of $379,300, and a median age of 35.8. The average household size is 2.77 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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