8285 Fm 2843, Salado, TX, 76571
About This Home
Welcome to your slice of Texas heaven—12.31 acres tucked along Buttermilk Creek in charming Salado. This homestead is all about simple living, wide open space, and the kind of peace you can only find under a canopy of trees with wildlife roaming free. The possibilities for this property are endless including, but not limited too: a weekend family getaway, hunting ranch, investment property or pick a spot and build your forever home! A 2 bedroom / 1 bathroom home with a full kitchen and hot water on demand sits close by a sport court with an attached game room provides space for fun and gatherings, while a covered area is ready for your tractor, vehicle, or extra gear. There's also a separate workshop with a split A/C unit, ideal for hobbies, projects, or just a quiet place to tinker. The property is serviced by a shared well and septic system. Wildlife is abundant—deer and turkey wander through regularly, adding to the peaceful, rural charm. Whether you're sipping coffee at sunrise or winding down at sunset, the bluff overlooking the creek offers a front-row seat to nature’s show. If you’re looking for a place to slow down, spread out, and enjoy the simple life, this Salado homestead is calling.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 2002
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Cooktop,Electric Range,Microwave,Oven,Electric Oven,Free-Standing Electric Oven
Bathroom
- Features: Full Bath
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s),No Interior Steps
- Window features: Aluminum Frames
- Flooring: Concrete,Laminate,Vinyl
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 1,320 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Primary Bedroom
- Features: Recessed Lighting,Tray Ceiling(s)
- Level: Second
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 0579210400
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Covered,Porch
- Exterior features: Basketball Court,Private Entrance,Private Yard
- Fencing: Barbed Wire, Cross Fenced, Gate, Livestock, Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Creek/Stream,Pasture,Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
- Waterfront features: Creek
Lot
- Lot size: 12.32 Acres
- Features: Cleared,Private,Private Maintained Road,Trees-Heavy,Many Trees,Views
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel,Off Street,Open,Outside
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
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Lightning
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- Drought
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
- Wildfire
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 | $3,023 | $36,276 |
| Home Insurance * | $326 | $3,912 |
| Property Taxes | $801 | $9,612 |
| Electricity | $238 | $2,859 |
| Total | $4,388 | $52,656 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Texas FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-23 | Price change | $650,000 |
| 2026-03-30 | Price change | $675,000 |
| 2026-03-25 | Price change | $697,000 |
| 2026-03-15 | Price change | $713,700 |
| 2025-11-24 | Price change | $737,777 |
| 2025-09-13 | Price change | $797,777 |
| 2025-08-09 | Listed for sale | $850,000 |
| 2016-04-11 | Sold | -- |
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