Courtesy: Lloyd Barnes Real Estate Team
830-875-5866
Tucked away and peaceful, yet still close to everything—that combination is hard to find. That's exactly what you'll discover at this well-maintained home in Prairie Lea, where small-town charm meets everyday convenience. With easy access to Highway 80 and SH 130, commuting to San Marcos, Seguin, Lockhart, Luling, and beyond is a breeze. Just minutes from multiple access points to the scenic San Marcos River, you'll enjoy some of Central Texas' best kayaking, tubing, fishing, and outdoor recreation. The area's year-round river activities and small-town charm make this location attractive not only as a primary residence, but also as a weekend getaway or potential short-term rental investment, subject to local regulations. Step through the front door and you'll immediately notice how the space opens up in a way that just works. The open-concept living and dining area is filled with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that's perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The flexible floor plan features two bedrooms plus a bonus room that can easily serve as a third bedroom, home office, playroom, guest suite, or hobby room—adapting to your changing needs. Beyond its comfortable layout, this property offers compelling investment appeal. Located within a designated Texas Opportunity Zone, it may provide unique long-term investment advantages for qualified buyers. Combined with its proximity to the San Marcos River and its convenient location between several rapidly growing Central Texas communities, this property presents an excellent opportunity for homeowners and investors alike. Whether you're searching for a peaceful place to call home, a river-area retreat, or an investment property with multiple possibilities, this Prairie Lea gem offers the rare combination of comfort, flexibility, location, and long-term potential. If you've been waiting for a home that feels welcoming the moment you walk through the door, this just might be the one.
A great older home, with a short drive to Austin, Luling, Lockhart, or San Marcos. One of the largest oak trees in the front yard you will ever see. Nice fenced yard space in the back yard, with a large storage/workspace building.
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Prairie Lea is located in Texas. Prairie Lea, Texas has a population of 416. Prairie Lea is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 39.68% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 34.07%.
The median household income for the surrounding county is $63,380 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Prairie Lea is 38.1 years.
The average high temperature in July is 94.8 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 38.9 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 35.2 inches per year, with 0.1 inches of snow per year.
