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  • $1,250,000

    213 Joe Cole Ln, Smithville, TX 78957

    --beds
    --baths
    38.95Acres
    Unimproved Land
    Built in 2014
    38.95 Acres Lot
    $923,500 Zestimate®
    $--/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Open pasturelandTowering pine forestsNatural beautyAcreage of this scaleGently rolling terrain
    33± out of 38.953 Acres. Private Luxury Retreat in Smithville’s Emerging Creative Corridor Tucked behind a private electric gate, 213 Joe Cole Lane offers 35± acres of serenity, heritage, and possibility. This rare Smithville ranch blends luxury, privacy, and authentic Texas character, creating an ideal retreat for retirees, families, Hollywood creatives, and those seeking a working farm or weekend sanctuary. A charming 3-bed, 2-bath home anchors the property, complemented by multiple outbuildings, two stocked tanks, and a reliable water well, a turnkey foundation for ranching, hobby farming, or a self-sustaining lifestyle. Towering pine forests, open pastureland, and gently rolling terrain create a cinematic backdrop that feels worlds away yet remains remarkably connected. Located in the heart of Bastrop County’s booming innovation and film corridor, the ranch sits within easy reach of SpaceX, The Boring Company, Tesla’s Gigafactory, and TEXAS 204, the region’s premier motion-picture studio. This area has become a go-to haven for Hollywood productions, offering privacy, natural beauty, and proximity to world-class creative resources. Despite its peaceful setting, the property enjoys exceptional access: 10 minutes to Historic Downtown Smithville, 20 minutes to Downtown Bastrop, 45 minutes to Austin, and convenient routes to Houston and San Antonio. Whether envisioned as a luxury homestead, multi-generational retreat, filming location, or working ranch, this property delivers unmatched versatility and long-term value. Acreage of this scale, privacy, and proximity rarely becomes available—213 Joe Cole Lane is a Texas retreat with both soul and opportunity.
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    Listed by:

    Chris Gilbert 0706130 512-237-0592,

    EXP REALTY 888-519-7431

    Source: NTREIS,MLS#: 21229478

      Facts & features

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      Property

      Lot
      • Size: 38.95 Acres
      • Features: Acreage
      Details
      • Parcel number: 000000020391
      • Zoning description: no known zoning

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Aerobic Septic
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Septic Available, Separate Meters, Water Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Barton, William
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Smithville

      Financial & listing details

      • Tax assessed value: $800,994
      • Annual tax amount: $5,665
      • Date on market: 5/16/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 89 days
      • Road surface type: Asphalt

        Estimated market value

        $923,500

        $748,000 - $1.11M

        $2,461/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        5/7/2026Listed for sale$1,250,000
        Source: eXp Realty #7007500 Report a problem
        1/17/2026Listing removed$1,250,000
        Source: Unlock MLS #5973018 Report a problem
        9/29/2025Listed for sale$1,250,000+84.1%
        Source: Unlock MLS #5973018 Report a problem
        11/29/2017Sold--
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
        11/6/2017Pending sale$679,000
        Source: Texas First Real Estate #85235542 Report a problem
        5/2/2017Listed for sale$679,000
        Source: Texas First Real Estate #85235542 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,596 +9.8%$800,994 -4.9%
        2024$1,454 -5.7%$842,473 +4.5%
        2023$1,542 -52.3%$806,365 +4.2%
        2022$3,229 +1.2%$773,749 +19.7%
        2021$3,190 -0.9%$646,303 +18.1%
        2020$3,219 -28.5%$547,104 +9.4%
        2018$4,504 $500,181 +104%
        2017$4,504 +8.7%$245,229 +3.7%
        2016$4,142 +60.4%$236,498 +4.3%
        2015$2,582 $226,722 +77.3%
        2014$2,582 $127,876 -35%
        2013-- $196,621
        Find assessor info on the county website

        Monthly payment

        Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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        HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 78957

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        11 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Smithville
        • High: Smithville
        • District: Smithville ISD

        Source: NTREIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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