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271 & 173 BIG CREEK RD, Blanco, TX, 78606

2beds
2baths
3,165sqft
$1,850,000
$585price/sqft
$12,042/moest. monthly cost
$481,680/yrincome needed

About This Home

Secluded Hill Country sanctuary where absolute peace, privacy, and timeless beauty converge across 33+ gently rolling unrestricted acres. Tucked beneath a magnificent canopy of heritage live oaks and surrounded by lush native landscape, this remarkable property has been thoughtfully improved to create the feel of a private family compound by offering flexibility for multi-generational living, a weekend retreat, hobby ranch, or future estate with the freedom to shape the property according to your own vision. The improvements include an immaculate main residence completely renovated in 2000, a beautifully appointed guest cottage, an independent office or studio, a heated and cooled two car garage with workshop, RV carport, fenced and cross-fenced pastures encompassing more than 10 acres of productive grazing land, seasonal creek and half acre pond. The light-filled two-bedroom, two-bath main residence is thoughtfully designed to embrace its tranquil surroundings, with expansive picture windows installed in 2013 framing majestic live oaks and inviting the outdoors in. Quality craftsmanship throughout evokes the warmth and permanence of classic Hill Country homes, showcasing solid wood cased windows, custom cabinetry, and generous covered porches perfectly suited for morning coffee or quiet evenings accompanied only by birdsong and gentle Hill Country breezes. The spacious primary suite serves as a true private retreat featuring a handsome stone fireplace, comfortable sitting area, additional storage, laundry facilities, exterior access, and a gracious bath with dual vanities, roll-in shower, and oversized walk-in closet. Designed for both everyday comfort and effortless entertaining, the open-concept floorplan flows naturally from the great room through the kitchen into a secondary living area before leading to a private junior suite with full bath and access to the expansive covered patio. Privately positioned beyond its own gated entrance, the charming guest cottage offers complete independence with a welcoming wraparound porch, full kitchen, laundry, and bath, ideal for extended family, guests, or caretaker accommodations. A separate standalone office provides exceptional flexibility as a private workspace, studio, fitness room, or creative retreat. The surrounding acreage is equally impressive, offering useable topography, productive grazing pasture, livestock pens, mature hardwoods, abundant wildlife including whitetail and axis deer, and two functional wells. A wildlife exemption helps maintain exceptionally low property taxes while preserving the property's natural beauty. Perhaps the greatest luxury is the absence of use restrictions which provide a rare opportunity to enjoy the land exactly as intended or thoughtfully transform it over time. Expand the existing improvements, create an equestrian estate, establish a working ranch, hunt, cultivate gardens or vineyards, or simply preserve this peaceful retreat for generations to come, all just minutes to restaurants, wineries and shopping in Blanco and Fredericksburg.

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
6
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
Blanco Elementary SchoolGrades PK-56.6 mi
6/10
Blanco Middle SchoolGrades 6-86.1 mi
8/10
Blanco High SchoolGrades 9-126.2 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1988

Materials

  • Construction materials: Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Ranch,Texas Hill Country,Craftsman
  • Property subType: Farm

Interior

Bedroom2

  • Area: 1

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Family Room

  • Area: 1

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 3,165 sqft

Kitchen

  • Area: 1

Master Bathroom

  • Area: 1

Master Bedroom

  • Area: 1

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 12098
  • Other equipment: Small Tanks

Features

  • Stories: 1
  • Fencing: Cross Fenced
  • Waterfront features: Wet Weather Creek

Lot

  • Lot size: 33.19 Acres
  • Features: Pasture,Wooded,Ag Exempt,Hunting Permitted,Agricultural

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
    Inland FloodingVery High
  • Drought
    DroughtRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Wildfire
    WildfireModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Drought
Hail
Lightning
Tornado
Winter Weather
Cold Wave
Strong Wind
Wildfire

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Texas Counties

Severe Storm
Winter Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $9,354$112,248
Home Insurance *$769$9,228
Property Taxes $1,572$18,864
Electricity $347$4,170
Total$12,042$144,504
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$412,868/yr
40% on housing$361,260/yr
45% on housing$321,120/yr

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Current Policies
Residential: 126,680Commercial: -4
Total Premiums$237.28M
Total Exposure$32.93B

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 3.9%
3.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.8%
3.8%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 5.8%
5.8%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$585This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 78606$570
Blanco County$664

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 78606
Blanco County$252

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

DateEventPrice
2026-07-09Listed for sale$1,850,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentAndrea Anders
BrokerageAnders Realty

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