SUNRISE VISTA RANCHETTE offers 20 scenic acres in Travis County in the heart of Central Texas’ rapidly growing Texas Triangle, with no deed restrictions. Located on a quiet dead-end road off RR 1431, with privacy, sweeping Hill Country views, & convenient access to Cedar Park, Round Rock, & Austin amenities.
The hilltop homesite overlooks Lime Creek Valley & faces approximately 10K acres of protected preserve land, including Baker Sanctuary, creating a peaceful natural backdrop with abundant wildlife such as deer & turkey. Year-round scenery including spring wildflowers, migrating birds, dramatic sunsets, & occasional waterfalls after rainfall.
The single-story home features approximately 2,627 sq ft with 4 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms with a gated courtyard & covered back deck, and is ready for updates to make it your own. South-facing living spaces include floor-to-ceiling windows capturing expansive valley views.
Also included is a 2,482 sq ft 9-stall barn with an air-conditioned office, workshop, hay room, & chicken coop with run. Cross-fenced acreage under wildlife management is ideal for livestock, recreation, or future improvements.
With no deed restrictions, the property offers flexibility for a homestead, private estate, family compound, or potential mixed-use opportunities (Buyer to verify).
Additional features include wildlife management property taxes (under $5,000 per year), a 20kW off-grid solar array with 90kW battery storage, & a 12,800-gallon rainwater collection system.
Conveniently located near Lake Travis, major shopping & dining along 183A and Highway 1431, & within reach of major Central Texas destinations including Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, Circuit of The Americas, Dell Diamond, & the HEB Center at Cedar Park.
This rare property offers the opportunity to enjoy private Hill Country living with exceptional views & close-in access to Austin’s top attractions.
For sale
Price cut: $145K (3/10)
$1,350,000
12516 Wire Rd, Leander, TX 78641
4beds
2,627sqft
Est.:
Farm, Single Family Residence
Built in 1975
20 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$514/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gated courtyardSweeping hill country viewsSingle-story homeOverlooks lime creek valleySouth-facing living spacesQuiet dead-end roadHilltop homesite
- 53 days |
- 1,672 |
- 77 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 31, 2026 at 10:22am
Listed by:
David Murray 0340639,
Keller Williams Realty 512-448-4111
Source: NTREIS,MLS#: 21175120
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 20 x 18
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14 x 20
Primary bathroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10 x 15
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Other
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Other
- Features: En Suite Bathroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 6 x 7
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19 x 10
Living room
- Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 23 x 17
Storage room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 6 x 9
Utility room
- Features: Built-in Features, Utility Room, Utility Sink
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14 x 5
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Disposal, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry in Utility Room
Features
- Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Other, Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,627 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport, Open, Off Street
- Carport spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Other, See Remarks, Covered, Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Other, Private Entrance, Private Yard, Rain Barrel/Cistern(s), Rain Gutters, Storage
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Cross Fenced,Electric,Fenced,Partial Cross,Partial,Wire
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Creek
Lot
- Size: 20 Acres
- Features: Acreage, Other, Pasture, Many Trees, Sloped
Details
- Additional structures: Other, Poultry Coop, Residence, Workshop, Barn(s), Stable(s)
- Parcel number: 186348
- Other equipment: Other
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Barn, Other, Stable(s), Tack Room
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional,Detached,Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Farm, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other, Rock, Stone
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Other, Septic Available
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: NA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Leander
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $514/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,222,988
- Annual tax amount: $4,570
- Date on market: 2/13/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 54 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/10/2026 | Price change | $1,350,000-9.7%$514/sqft |
Source:  Unlock MLS #2791427 Report a problem | ||
| 1/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,495,000$569/sqft |
Source: Unlock MLS #3590037 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,570 +5.9% | $341,427 +10% |
| 2024 | $4,314 +15.6% | $310,408 +9.9% |
| 2023 | $3,733 -13.7% | $282,366 +10% |
| 2022 | $4,327 | $256,775 -62.8% |
| 2021 | -- | $690,070 +16.8% |
| 2020 | $3,914 -0.3% | $590,775 |
| 2019 | $3,927 +7.8% | $590,775 +0.3% |
| 2018 | $3,644 | $589,249 +206.5% |
| 2017 | $3,644 -7.5% | $192,274 +0.1% |
| 2016 | $3,941 | $192,168 -9% |
| 2015 | $3,941 | $211,073 +9.9% |
| 2014 | $3,941 | $192,020 -45.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $354,221 |
| 2012 | -- | $354,221 +6.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $331,999 +10% |
| 2010 | -- | $301,817 +10% |
| 2009 | -- | $274,379 +10% |
| 2008 | -- | $249,435 +10% |
| 2007 | -- | $226,759 -2.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $232,300 +6.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $217,640 +7.3% |
| 2002 | $823 | $202,917 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$8,362/mo
Principal & interest
$6719
Property taxes
$1643
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Neighborhood: 78641
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10C. C. Mason Elementary School (Col. Charles Clayborn)Grades: PK-5Distance: 1.8 mi
- 8/10Cedar Park Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.2 mi
- 8/10Cedar Park High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mason
- Middle: Cedarpark
- High: Cedarpark
- District: Leander 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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