Sitting on 6 secluded acres, this is a custom, low maintenance cabin featuring metal siding on four sides and expansive, multi-level decks. Downstairs garage has been converted into 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, living and a laundry room. Kitchen and dining are on the upper level and features granite counters, a large island, new cabinets and stainless appliances. Huge owner's retreat offers a window seat perfect for reading and also provides storage. Perfect for use as a weekend retreat or for buyers looking to downsize.
Single-familyProperty Type
2008Year Built
6 acresLot Size
$278Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Christopher Watters• Watters International Realty
Listed by Jason Bouchard• Watters International Realty
Bought with Phil Monday• Keller Williams Realty Lone St
This is a custom, low maintenance cabin, with metal siding on four sides. Perfect for use as a weekend retreat, or for empty nesters looking to downsize and move to a great area. 5 minutes to Smithville and 10 minutes to Bastrop. Carport does not convey. FEMA - Unknown
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,476 (−2.0%)
$175,440 + $204,508
$379,948
2025
$5,590 (−3.6%)
$175,440 + $204,508
$379,948
2024
$5,798 (+8.2%)
$176,740 + $254,276
$431,016
2023
$5,361 (−5.5%)
$138,550 + $255,305
$393,855
2022
$5,670 (+60.9%)
$138,550 + $237,567
$376,117
2021
$3,524 (+1.3%)
2020
$3,479 (+0.1%)
$80,579 + $105,451
$186,030
2019
$3,474 (−0.9%)
$80,579 + $100,527
$181,106
2018
$3,505 (−5.5%)
$50,490 + $117,156
$167,646
2017
$3,708 (+24.1%)
$54,000 + $104,126
$158,126
2016
$2,987 (+8.4%)
$50,490 + $117,156
$167,646
2015
$2,756 (+1.5%)
$54,000 + $104,126
$158,126
2014
$2,714
$54,000 + $80,459
$134,459
Tax history for 159 Powell Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,476 (−2.0%)
$175,440 + $204,508
$379,948
2025
$5,590 (−3.6%)
$175,440 + $204,508
$379,948
2024
$5,798 (+8.2%)
$176,740 + $254,276
$431,016
2023
$5,361 (−5.5%)
$138,550 + $255,305
$393,855
2022
$5,670 (+60.9%)
$138,550 + $237,567
$376,117
2021
$3,524 (+1.3%)
2020
$3,479 (+0.1%)
$80,579 + $105,451
$186,030
2019
$3,474 (−0.9%)
$80,579 + $100,527
$181,106
2018
$3,505 (−5.5%)
$50,490 + $117,156
$167,646
2017
$3,708 (+24.1%)
$54,000 + $104,126
$158,126
2016
$2,987 (+8.4%)
$50,490 + $117,156
$167,646
2015
$2,756 (+1.5%)
$54,000 + $104,126
$158,126
2014
$2,714
$54,000 + $80,459
$134,459
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,728
Year built
2008
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Bastrop County
APN
000000047069
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 12, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking
Features: Outside
# of Parking (Total): 4
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Room 1 Information
Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Kitchen
Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Granite Counters
Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Level: Main
Laundry Information
Features: Main Level, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Electric Range, Microwave
Interior Features
Window Features: Blinds, Skylight(s)
Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Other Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Main Level Primary, Recessed Lighting, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 2
Year Built Source: Public Records
Roof Details: Metal
Construction Details: Metal Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Exterior Steps, Private Yard
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Porch
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 6
Lot Size Acres: 6
Lot Features: Back Yard, Many Trees, Trees Large Size, Trees Medium Size
Property Information
Has View
Direction Faces: West
Foundation Details: Slab
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $186,030
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet Available, Water Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Private
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,728
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2008
Year Renovated: —
County: Bastrop County
APN: 000000047069
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 12, 2026
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Schools
Brown Primary School
Public PreK-K • Assigned • 4.4mi
Smithville Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.9mi
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Smithville High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.8mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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6% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 110° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$457,000 – $553,000
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