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Description
Welcome to **The Salt Box**-a place where creativity flourishes, nature restores, and country living meets modern comfort. Nestled on nearly an acre, this beautifully refreshed 3-bedroom, 2-bath retreat offers the perfect balance of peaceful seclusion and unbeatable convenience. Inside, fresh paint and a thoughtfully updated Scandinavian-inspired kitchen create a bright, inviting atmosphere. Featuring sleek stone-gray countertops, open upper shelving, and clean modern finishes, the kitchen is designed for gathering, creating, and everyday living. Step outside and discover what makes The Salt Box so special. With direct access to a beautiful pond, you can fish from your own backyard, watch the ducks drift by, grow tomatoes in the garden, build, paint, write, or simply enjoy the quiet beauty that surrounds you. Every inch of this property invites inspiration while offering a sense of calm that's increasingly hard to find.When cooler weather arrives, the charming wood-burning stove fills the home with warmth, creating a cozy haven that comfortably heats the entire house. Perfectly located just five minutes from Circuit of The Americas, The Salt Box offers quick access to Tesla, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, downtown Austin, Bastrop, and the Colorado River. Spend your days enjoying Formula 1 racing, concerts, hiking, paddling, live music, and vibrant city life-then come home to the peaceful rhythm of the countryside. Its exceptional location also offers exciting potential as a short-term rental or investment property, with easy access to some of the most sought-after destinations and events.Much like the historic saltboxes that inspired its name-known for their simplicity, warmth, and enduring character-**The Salt Box** is more than a home; it's a sanctuary. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, a weekend escape, or an investment opportunity, this one-of-a-kind property offers the space to breathe deeply and truly live your best life.
Details
| MLS # | 5091542 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| HOA Dues | $25 |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1983 |
| Days On Site | 50 |
| Listing Provided By | TS Realty | Elizabeth Schmidtberger |
Features
| Bed(s) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 2 Total |
| SQ Feet | 960 |
| Car Port | Yes |
| Story(s) | 1 |
| Acreage | 0.83 |
| Water Front | Yes |
| Property View | Garden, Park, Greenbelt, Pond, Ru |
Interior
| Interior Features | Ceiling Fan(s), Ceiling-High, Ceiling-Vaulted, Primary Bedroom on Main |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s), Wall/Window Unit(s) |
| Heating | Wood Stove |
| Appliances | Free-Standing Gas Range, Washer/Dryer |
| Fireplace Features | See Remarks, Family Room, Living Room, Wood Burning |
| Fireplaces Total | 1 |
| Window Features | Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s) |
| Flooring | Carpet, Concrete, Laminate |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Garden, Private Yard |
|---|---|
| Roof | Metal |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Lot Features | Greenbelt, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Level, Native Plants, Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft), Many Trees, Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft), Trees-Moderate, Trees-Small (Under 20 Ft), Views |
| Patio And Porch Features | Covered, Rear Porch |
| Fencing | Barbed Wire, Cross Fenced, Fenced, Front Yard, Full, Perimeter, Wire |
| Construction Materials | Masonry – All Sides, Stone Veneer |
| Security Features | Smoke Detector(s) |
Parking
| Parking Features | Carport, Circular Driveway, Covered, Detached Carport, Driveway, Open, Outside, Storage |
|---|---|
| Garage Spaces | 0 |
Utilities
| Utilities | Above Ground, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet, Propane, Water Connected |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
Other
| List Aor | Austin Board Of Realtors |
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Area Information
| State | TX |
|---|---|
| County | Bastrop |
| City | Del Valle |
| Zip Code | 78617 |
| Area | BW |
| Community Name | Forest Lakes |
| School District | Bastrop ISD |
| Elementary School | Cedar Creek |
| High School | Cedar Creek |
| Listing VS Median (in Forest Lakes) | |
Price: $285,000 low | high Med: $367,000 sqft: 960 low | high Med: 1,674 $ / sqft: $297 low | high Med: $242 On site: 50 low | high Med: 109.5 | |
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| State | TX |
|---|---|
| County | Bastrop |
| City | Del Valle |
| Zip Code | 78617 |
| Area | BW |
| Community Name | Forest Lakes |
| School District | Bastrop ISD |
| Elementary School | Cedar Creek |
| High School | Cedar Creek |
| Listing VS Median (in Forest Lakes) | |
Price: $285,000 low | high Med: $367,000 sqft: 960 low | high Med: 1,674 $ / sqft: $297 low | high Med: $242 On site: 50 low | high Med: 109.5 | |
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