San Marcos, TX 78666 (Hays County)
About this property
Hidden beneath a canopy of mature trees, 121 Merrywood offers 2.7 private acres just minutes from the heart of San Marcos, pairing the seclusion of a Hill Country property with the convenience of being close to everything. Set far back from the street along a secluded drive, the home was designed around its surroundings. Soaring mid-century ceilings and walls of architectural windows bring the outdoors in, while a dual-sided wood-burning fireplace connects two expansive living spaces and gives the home a character rarely found in newer construction. Thoughtful renovations have preserved that character while opening the kitchen and dining areas and adding quartz countertops, beautifully updated bathrooms, wood-look tile throughout, and a newer HVAC system. The privacy carries outside with an expansive backyard, large covered patio, and plenty of room to gather, play, or simply enjoy the surrounding acreage and native wildlife. Yet some of the best parts of San Marcos are only minutes away. Hike the 12+ miles of trails at Purgatory Creek, spend summer afternoons in the spring-fed San Marcos River, explore Spring Lake, or head Downtown for dinner without giving up the space and seclusion that make the property so special. For buyers who want more land without moving further out, 121 Merrywood is a rare opportunity to have both. A complimentary 2/1 interest rate buydown for qualified buyers makes the value even stronger.
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121 Merrywood Ln 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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