836 Cottletown Rd, Smithville, TX, 78957
About This Home
Tucked away between Bastrop and Smithville, this nearly 8-acre property offers the perfect blend of peaceful country living and everyday comfort. Surrounded by towering pines and mature oaks, the setting feels like your own private retreat in the heart of Texas. The charming farmhouse-style home welcomes you with warm, inviting spaces, including a cozy family room with a fireplace and French doors that open to the scenic outdoors. The main level features the primary suite and bathrooms for convenient living, while upstairs offers a secondary bedroom—ideal for a home office, playroom, or private guest retreat. Step outside and experience everything this property has to offer: established peach trees, vibrant butterfly and flower gardens, multiple patio areas, and plenty of room to grow your own vegetables. Whether you dream of raising chickens, keeping horses (can have up to 1 horse per acre), or simply enjoying wide-open space, this property is ready for it all. A barn, well, and additional outbuildings provide both function and flexibility. For those who appreciate a little adventure, the property even features your own private shooting range tucked away at the back—perfect for recreation and added privacy.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 1999
Materials
- Foundation: None
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Other,See Remarks
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Oven,Vented Exhaust Fan,Built-In Oven
- Laundry features: Laundry Room
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Beamed Ceilings,Ceiling Fan(s),Carbon Monoxide Detector,Double Vanity,Entrance Foyer,Open Floorplan,Stone Counters,Walk-In Closet(s),Breakfast Bar,Breakfast Area,Kitchen Island,Pantry,Walk-In Pantry
- Flooring: Carpet,Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Attic: Access Only
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: Central Air,Wall/Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 1,856 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 18771
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Covered,Deck,Porch
- Exterior features: Deck,Fire Pit,Porch,Private Yard,Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Gate,Wire
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterbody name: None
Lot
- Lot size: 7.81 Acres
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
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Drought
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Lightning
- 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 | $2,275 | $27,300 |
| Home Insurance * | $307 | $3,684 |
| Property Taxes | $438 | $5,256 |
| Electricity | $238 | $2,859 |
| Total | $3,258 | $39,096 |
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
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-30 | Price change | $610,000 |
| 2026-03-27 | Listed for sale | $625,000 |
| 2024-11-04 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2024-08-24 | Price change | $680,000 |
| 2024-08-15 | Listed for sale | $710,000 |
| 2021-11-24 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2021-10-22 | Contingent | $450,000 |
| 2021-10-02 | Listed for sale | $450,000 |
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