Welcome to one of the most desirable homesites in Mystic Shores! This rare 5-acre lot offers sweeping, unobstructed views of Canyon Lake and the surrounding Hill Country. Positioned at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, it backs to protected lakefront land, providing unmatched privacy and the opportunity for water access. Imagine waking up to bluff-top views, surrounded by mature trees, with endless options to design your dream estate. Mystic Shores offers resort-style amenities including a lakefront park, swimming pools, sports courts, playgrounds, walking trails, and a 140-acre wildlife preserve along the Guadalupe River. Located within highly rated Comal ISD, this property combines tranquility, recreation, and convenience. Motivated seller offering flexible seller financing, buy now, build later, and secure your piece of Canyon Lake paradise today!
Mystic Shores, located between Canyon Lake and the Guadalupe River, is a hill-country and lakeside Canyon Lake neighborhood with limestone bluffs and big-sky views. The mood concentrates around the Mystic Shores POA waterfront park and boat ramp, where kayaks, fishing lines, and sunset watchers set the pace. Homes lean Texas Hill Country—stone accents, metal roofs, deep porches, and long driveways that follow the terrain. The landscape reads as cedar, oak, and rocky outcrops, with winding roads that open to water glimpses. Nearby, the Whitewater Amphitheater and the Historic Gruene Hall anchor live-music nights, while The Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar keeps the riverfront table scene classic. Days often revolve around lake time, trail walks, and quiet stargazing after dark.
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Property details
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Interior features
Wooded, partially cleared lot features mature hardwood and evergreen trees
Hill country and water views
Exterior features
Located on a cul-de-sac with county road frontage
Waterfront on Canyon Lake with unimproved water front
Frontage of 80 feet
Lot is irregular, partially cleared, and wooded
Terrain includes level areas, gentle slopes, hilly and rocky sections
Neighborhood amenities include boat ramp, fishing, clubhouse, tennis courts, playground/park, neighborhood pool, jogging trails, pool, BBQ/grill, basketball court and volleyball court
Hill country, water and country views
Home design
Zoned R
Subdivision: Mystic Shores / Mystic Shores 11
Construction
Lot size approximately 5.05 acres
Depth approximately 676 feet
Utilities
Water service by CLWSC
Septic system required (sewer: septic)
Electric provided by PEC
Gas (private)
Telephone and cable TV available
Garbage service provided privately
Additional utility: GVTC
HOA & community
Mandatory HOA with annual fee (approximately $477/year)
Association transfer fee approximately $250
Other
Property restrictions: building restrictions; no mobile homes, no horses, no farm animals; property cannot be subdivided; manufactured homes allowed
Electricity and solar
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Unobstructed views! 5-acre lot (backs up to Corp of Engineer land which surrounds waterfront) with rear Canyon Lake views in beautiful Mystic Shores. In a non-drought year, this lot would back up to water. Great opportunity to get a waterfront lot at a non-waterfront price. Build your dream home on a hill with a gorgeous view of the bluff and Canyon Lake. Located at the end of the cul de sac. Purchase now, build later. Best amenities in the area - a lakefront park with pools, pavilion, sports courts, 140 acre Guadalupe Riverfront wildlife preserve. The boundary lines in the picture are not exact. Comal ISD. Motivated Seller! Pictures are from May 2022
LERA #1400905
Jul 19, 2020
Listing Removed
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Jul 26, 2019
Listed
$225,000
CTXMLS #353805
Jul 2, 2019
Listing Removed
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Jul 16, 2018
Listed
$224,000
LERA #1325722
Jul 1, 2019
Listing Removed
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Jul 14, 2018
Listed
$224,000
LERA #1198626
Dec 31, 2016
Listing Removed
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Aug 26, 2016
Listed
$269,900
Public Records
Jan 3, 2008
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,416 (−6.7%)
$244,040
2025
$3,660 (−3.6%)
$244,040
2024
$3,796 (−6.1%)
$257,600
2023
$4,044 (−11.4%)
$271,160
2022
$4,565 (+82.9%)
$271,160
2021
$2,495 (+0.2%)
$139,010
2020
$2,490 (+42.1%)
$139,010
2019
$1,753 (−62.6%)
$94,330
2018
$4,687 (−13.0%)
$285,480
2017
$5,389 (+15.9%)
$248,240
2016
$4,649
$285,480
2015
$4,649
$248,240
2014
$4,649 (+7.3%)
$248,240
2013
$4,332 (+80.0%)
$248,240
2012
$2,407 (−46.8%)
$227,370
2011
$4,524 (+26.0%)
$128,770
2010
$3,590
2009
$3,590
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Vacant Land
County
Comal County
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Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
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Spring Branch, TX • 78070
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Redfin Estimate for 553 River Hawk
$283,685
$16K under list price of $300K
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