2551 Scull Rd, San Marcos, TX, 78666
About This Home
PRICED TO SELL!! 16.89 acres of AG-exempt ranch land in Martindale, Texas, just minutes from San Marcos with convenient access to Austin, Lockhart, and the Central Texas corridor. Experience modern comfort and peaceful country living on this beautiful ranch. Perched on an elevated homesite, the property offers panoramic views overlooking the ranch and surrounding countryside, allowing you to keep an eye on your livestock while enjoying the Texas landscape. The newly built 1-bedroom, 1-bath home features contemporary finishes and an impressive chef's kitchen designed for cooking and entertaining. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a weekend retreat, or a place to live while building your custom dream home, this move-in ready home offers flexibility. Designed with ranch life in mind, the property is fully equipped with horse and cattle fencing. A dedicated chicken area currently houses 19 laying hens. Irrigation throughout the property makes it well suited for a hobby farm, market gardening, orchards, vineyards, cut flower production, and other small-scale agricultural ventures. Whether your dream is to grow fresh produce, raise animals, or create a sustainable farm-to-table lifestyle, this property provides the infrastructure and space to bring your vision to life. Start each morning with a cup of coffee on the front porch while enjoying peaceful surroundings, fresh country air, spectacular sunrises, and incredible views across your ranch and beyond. With ample room to expand, build your dream home, or simply enjoy the property as it is, this ranch offers opportunities for recreation, homesteading, and country living. The land rises behind the existing home, creating an exceptional homesite for a future custom residence with expansive views. The pasture acreage extends into the floodway. Located outside the ETJ, this property offers the privacy of rural living while remaining just a short drive from the shopping, dining, and conveniences of San Marcos.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 2024
Materials
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
- Construction materials: Vertical Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Farm,Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Gas Range,Refrigerator,Some Gas Appliances
- Laundry features: Inside
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Built-in Features,Ceiling Fan(s),Double Vanity,High Ceilings,Shower Only,Separate Shower,Walk-In Closet(s),Breakfast Bar,Custom Cabinets,Kitchen Island,Kitchen/Family Room Combo,Kitchen/Dining Combo
- Fireplace features: None
- Attic: Storage Only
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Zoned
- Cooling features: Zoned
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 880 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 186440
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered,Porch
- Exterior features: Porch,Propane Tank - Owned
- Fencing: Cross Fenced,Perimeter,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterbody name: None
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Lot
- Lot size: 16.87 Acres
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Drought
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Strong Wind
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Texas Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,132 | $37,584 |
| Home Insurance * | $336 | $4,032 |
| Property Taxes | $614 | $7,368 |
| Electricity | $238 | $2,859 |
| Total | $4,320 | $51,840 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Texas FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-13 | Price change | $598,500 |
| 2026-08-03 | Price change | $619,500 |
| 2026-07-30 | Listed for sale | $649,000 |
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