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    • Price cut: $5.1K (8/11)
    $554,950

    278 Winfield Thicket Rd, Bastrop, TX 78602

    3beds
    2,699sqft
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    $4,202/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2012
    3.92 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $206/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Bright welcoming layoutScenic hillPrivate ensuite bathQuiet low-traffic hidden subdivisionPrimary bedroom suiteDurable tile roof
    Charming Hilltop Retreat with Main Home & Guest House on Nearly 4 Acres – Smithville School District. Discover peaceful country living just minutes from town in this rare find: a spacious 1,849 sq ft main home (built 2012) paired with a modern 850 sq ft guest house (built 2018). This property won't stay on the market long! Nestled in a quiet, low-traffic hidden subdivision atop a scenic hill, the home sits at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac on almost 4 acres of fully fenced and cross-fenced land. Enjoy privacy and tranquility with mature small-to-medium loblolly pines and oaks dotting the grounds—perfect for nature lovers or those seeking space to roam. Location is ideal: outside city limits (no city taxes!), yet conveniently close to shopping, medical facilities, employment, and all essential amenities. Families will appreciate assignment to the desirable, smaller Smithville school district. Energy-efficient and sustainable features set this property apart: Durable tile roof Installed solar system for reduced energy costs Two rainwater catchment tanks dedicated to gardening Standard aqua water meter for indoor use Step inside the main home to a bright, welcoming layout. With a primary bedroom suite, featuring four stunning custom stained-glass windows and a private ensuite bath for a touch of elegance and serenity. This versatile setup is perfect for multi-generational living—ideal for an elderly parent, a young adult staying home longer, or as an income-generating rental (guest house offers independent living space). Embrace the best of both worlds: rural charm, modern comforts, and smart sustainability on a private, acreage estate. Schedule your showing today—this special property is ready for its next chapter!
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Judy Smith (512) 563-2997,

    Mike Hightower Realty (512) 563-2997

    Source: Unlock MLS,MLS#: 2840731MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 3
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Full Bath
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Bonus room
      • Level: Main
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      Living room
      • Description: Fireplace
      • Features: Tray Ceiling(s)
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Central, Electric, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Solar
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, RNGHD, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
      Features
      • Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom on Main, Study/Home Office
      • Flooring: Concrete
      • Windows: Insulated Windows
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 2,699 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Detached Carport, Driveway
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
      • Exterior features: See Remarks
      • Pool features: None
      • Fencing: Cross Fenced, Fenced, Perimeter, Wire
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Pasture, Trees/Woods
      • Waterfront features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 3.92 Acres
      • Features: Cul-De-Sac, Public Maintained Road, Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft)
      Details
      • Additional structures: Guest House, Second Residence, Storage
      • Parcel number: 21314
      • Special conditions: Standard
      • Horses can be raised: Yes

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: Tile
      Condition
      • Resale
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2012
      Details
      • Builder name: Purestyle Builders

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Solar, Underground Utilities, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: None
      • Subdivision: Whispering Pines
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Bastrop

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $206/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $194,573
      • Annual tax amount: $2,149
      • Date on market: 2/26/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Electric utility on property: Yes

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/11/2026Price change$554,950-0.9%$206/sqft
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        5/15/2026Price change$560,000-1.8%$207/sqft
        Source: Unlock MLS #2840731 Report a problem
        2/26/2026Listed for sale$570,000$211/sqft
        Source: Unlock MLS #2840731 Report a problem
        11/27/2002Sold--
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2016$2,814 -5.5%$177,784 +10%
        2015$2,978 $161,622 +2.3%
        2014$2,978 $157,996 +0.5%
        2013-- $157,182 +27.4%
        2011-- $123,399 +2.9%
        2010-- $119,954 +19.7%
        2009-- $100,221 +11.9%
        2007-- $89,560 +122.9%
        2006-- $40,174
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 78602

        Getting around

        0 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        10 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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

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

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