Market insights

Compared with 125 active homes in ZIP 78617 · HomeLocating listings

Property details

Property type

Residential · SingleFamilyResidence

Status

Active

Year built

1983

Full baths

2

Lot size

0.827

Subdivision

Forest Lakes

MLS area

BW

MLS #

244737222

Features

Additional details

Parking

Carport, Circular Driveway, Covered, Detached Carport, Driveway, Open, Outside, Storage

Garage spaces

0

Roof

Metal

Foundation

Slab

HOA

$25 / annually

Schools

Assigned schools per the MLS.

School district

Bastrop ISD

Elementary

Cedar Creek

Middle

Creekside

High

Cedar Creek

About this home

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.

Location

See this home in person