Active Under Contract House MLS# ACT5492402

222 Pony Express Dr

Smithville, TX 78957

$524,900

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About 222 Pony Express Dr

Absolute bargain! Unbelievable price! Welcome to 222 Pony Express Dr. This is a private 7.16-acre (per Tax Record) retreat in scenic La Reata Ranch. This 1,856 sqft single-story home features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and an inviting open layout with high ceilings, recessed lighting. The spacious kitchen includes a center island, cooktop, and pantry that is ideal for everyday living and entertaining.

In addition to the livable area of the home, enjoy over 950 sqft of enclosed patio space (per appraiser measurements), perfect for flexible use as sun rooms, hobby areas, or indoor-outdoor entertaining. A massive 4-car garage/workshop over 1,500 sqft (per appraiser measurements) connected to the house by a covered walkway adds room for projects, storage, and multiple vehicles. Mature trees surround the home, offering privacy, shade, and beautiful views in every direction. With no interior steps, scenic land, and peaceful country living in close proximity of Smithville and Bastrop amenities. This is a property that needs to be seen in person to be appreciated. This property offers a rare blend of nature, function, and freedom. New HVAC system installed in June of 2026. Don't miss this golden opportunity!

Property details

Property

Type
Single Family Residence
MLS type
Residential
Status
Active Under Contract
Year built
2000
Stories
One
Living area
1,856 sqft
Price / sqft
$283
Lot
7.16 AC / 311,889 SF
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Original price
$574,900
MLS #
5492402

Interior

Features
Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Ceiling-High, Laminate Counters, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, No Interior Steps, Pantry, Primary Bedroom on Main, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Closet(s), Wired for Sound
Appliances
Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Down Draft, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Propane Cooktop, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Water Purifier, Water Purifier Owned, Water Softener, Water Softener Owned
Flooring
Carpet, Linoleum, Tile
Heating
Central, Electric
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplaces
1
Laundry
Laundry Room
Windows
Double Pane Windows, Screens, Skylight(s)

Exterior & lot

Features
Gutters Full, Lighting, Private Yard
Roof
Composition, Shingle
Foundation
Slab
Lot
Back Yard, Front Yard, Level, Public Maintained Road, Trees-Heavy, Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft), Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft)
Patio & porch
Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Glass Enclosed, Rear Porch, Screened
View
Trees/Woods
Parking
Additional Parking, Attached, Circular Driveway, Door-Multi, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Off Street, Outside, Paved, RV Access/Parking, Workshop in Garage
Garage spaces
4

Schools

District
Smithville ISD
Elementary
Smithville
Middle
Smithville
High
Smithville

Utilities

Utilities
Electricity Connected, Propane, Water Connected
Water
Well
Sewer
Septic Tank
Security
Smoke Detector(s)

Financial

HOA
Yes
Annual tax
$9,672
Tax year
2025
Parcel
83671
Legal
LA REATA RANCH SEC 2, LOT 97, ACRES 7.1600
Special conditions
Standard

Location

Subdivision
La Reata Ranch
County
Bastrop
Directions
From State Highway 304 and La Reata Drive, follow to first stop sign and make a right onto Pony Express Dr. Follow to sign and driveway on right. Driveway leads you to the home.

Location

Neighborhood
La Reata Ranch

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Listed by Jeremy Kritt, Kritt Real Estate, LLC

Listing information is provided by the participating MLS / IDX program and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All information should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.