This absolute trophy property presents with the grandeur of nearby Texas State Parklands! About 1 hour from the Texas State Capital, these 10 private acres are prime for a luxury home site, wedding or event venue, STR income, wellness centers, family compound, or corporate use! Features about 1020' of north-facing lake frontage with MILES of panoramic views over deep blue water & open skies, from multiple vantage points. The property includes the private LCRA-built concrete & rock jetty (approx 600' long!) which breaks waves and forms a large "hidden" cove, attractive for swimming and fishing. Well-appointed improvements include 3 separate dwellings high on the lot, a boathouse with an observation deck, beach baths, screened-in open-air canteen, horseshoe and disc golf, and more. The main house features 8 bedrooms, great rooms, flex spaces, storage, sprawling decks, plus a commercially sized kitchen and large laundry room. There are an additional 2-4 bedrooms between the single-story guest house and garage apartment. Enjoy a gently sloping, and terraced lawn, granite rock cliffs, private beaches, and a gracefully winding, asphalt road to the private boat ramp. Incredible view of the historic, approx 2-mile long 1937-built Buchanan Dam, which forms the largest of the Highland Lakes and is situated downstream from the property and past the jetty. There is no HOA and the property is on close-in Lake Buchanan with a low 1.3989 tax rate (LCAD) and Burnet Schools. Located discreetly past an unassuming residential area and gate, off of a quiet road convenient to Hwy 29. On-site sewer (septic) and municipal water. 1hr from Austin Executive Airport, Austin's new Apple Headquarters, and Austin's Whole Foods on 6th; 10-15min to Kingsland for groceries at HEB or medical care at Baylor Scott and White; 10min to Inks Lake State Park; 1hr 30min to ABIA; 2hrs to San Antonio's Convention Center; and 2hrs 30min, and approximately 3 hours to Houston's IAH and Dallas' DFW airports.
R. J. Richey Elementary School, Public District Grades 3-5
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Directions Information:
Directions: From the Texas State Capital budget 1 hour 15min and drive north on Mopac or 135 to 183. Head North on 183 for 21mi to Hwy 29. Take 29 Northwest through Cedar Park, Leander, Liberty Hill, Bertram, and Burnet as if heading to Inks Lake State Park and Longhorn Cavern. When you cross the Buchanan Dam Bridge past Burnet, turn on Forest about 2 minutes on down the road. By appointment only with the listing agent and for access past the gate.
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Price Summary:
List Price: $4,950,000
Price Per SqFt: $533/SqFt
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This property is $4.5M more than the Median List Price and $321/SqFt more than other homes in Buchanan Dam, TX.
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MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: ACTRIS
MLS Number: #8368261
Listing Office:
Office Name: Keller Williams Realty
Office Phone: (512) 775-8730
Listing Agent: Deanna James
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Schools
Schools Nearby
The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
Elementary School
5
/10
R. J. Richey Elementary School
500 E Graves St
Distance between this listing and this school12.08 miles
Public District Grades 3-5
Middle School
3
/10
Burnet Middle School
1401 N Main St
Distance between this listing and this school11.94 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
High School
5
/10
Burnet High School
1000 The Green Mile Rd
Distance between this listing and this school11.87 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Assigned Schools
5
/10
R. J. Richey Elementary School
500 E Graves St
Distance between this listing and this school12.08 miles
Public District Grades 3-5
Nearby Schools
5
/10
Packsaddle Elementary School
150 Pioneer Ln
Distance between this listing and this school6.27 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
4
/10
Highland Lakes Elementary School
8200 W Fm 1431
Distance between this listing and this school9.82 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Assigned Schools
3
/10
Burnet Middle School
1401 N Main St
Distance between this listing and this school11.94 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
3
/10
Marble Falls Middle School
1511 Pony Dr
Distance between this listing and this school14.05 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
6
/10
Llano Junior High School
400 Hwy 71 East
Distance between this listing and this school14.59 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Assigned Schools
5
/10
Burnet High School
1000 The Green Mile Rd
Distance between this listing and this school11.87 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
4
/10
Marble Falls High School
2101 Mustang Dr
Distance between this listing and this school15.12 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
5
/10
Llano High School
2509 S State Highway 16
Distance between this listing and this school15.16 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $28,673. Typical income of Buchanan Dam, TX residents is less than $35k annually. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 206 Forest Dr
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 206 Forest Dr property is $4,950,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 206 Forest Dr is a house located in Buchanan Dam, Texas, 78609.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 206 Forest Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 206 Forest Dr are: R. J. Richey Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10Burnet Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10Burnet High School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 206 Forest Dr has 12 bedrooms and 10 full and 1 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 206 Forest Dr is 9,281 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 206 Forest Dr is 1998.
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This home is located at 206 Forest Dr in Buchanan Dam, TX and zip code 78609. This 9,281 square foot home, which was built in 1998, sits on a 10.16 acre lot. Features: 12 bedrooms, 11 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 02, 2022 and is currently priced at $4,950,000.
The number of listings in Buchanan Dam, TX increased by 22.2% between March 2024 and April 2024. Listings spent 206 days on the market in April 2024, and had a median list price of $432,450 during the same period.
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Based on information from the Austin Board of REALTORS® (alternatively, from ACTRIS or Unlock MLS®). All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. The Austin Board of REALTORS®, ACTRIS, Unlock MLS and their affiliates provide the MLS and all content therein “AS IS” and without any warranty, express or implied. The information included in this listing is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data maintained by the Board, ACTRIS or Unlock MLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Prices displayed on all Sold listings are the Last Known Listing Price and may not be the actual selling price. 
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