Bastrop Real Estate
Bastrop, the county seat of Bastrop County, Texas, is small in size but huge in heart. With a population of fewer than 8,000 but quickly growing, Bastrop's amazing quality of life is creating a real estate market that continues to attract new residents who find the city's incredible landscape; history and culture are perfect for their lifestyle needs.
Daily life in Bastrop is punctuated by the things that make small towns remarkably attractive to homebuyers. Bastrop's location only 30 miles east of Austin means residents have easy access to metropolitan attractions and employment opportunities, but can return to the serenity of their homes located in the rural landscape. In Bastrop you will find more pine and oak trees and rolling hills than traffic congestions and crime often associated with larger cities. Bastrop's natural beauty lends itself to one of its nicknames, "The Heart of the Lost Pines."
With so much open space to explore, outdoor enthusiasts find that buying a home in Bastrop allows them too easily to pursue their passions. The beautiful Colorado River meanders through the Bastrop area, and is extremely popular for canoeing, kayaking and fishing. Golfers have four 18-hole golf courses within the Bastrop area, providing them with an array of challenges on the courses offered by Wolfdancer Golf Club at the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa, the Lost Pines Golf Club, ColoVista Country Club and Pine Forest Golf Club. Bastrop residents love the many city parks available to them for games of soccer, baseball, basketball and softball or visits to the Bastrop State Park for additional ways to enjoy spending time with family and friends in the city's fantastic weather.
Bastrop's attractions extend into its community atmosphere, too. History and heritage permeate the entire city of Bastrop, giving residents and visitors a sense of where the city's successes originate and why it continues to prosper. Founded in 1832, Bastrop's history is a true part of its spirit and is still visible in the over 130 buildings listed on The National Register of Historic Places. Many of these historic structures are located in Bastrop's quaint downtown area, where residents patronize the many restaurants and shops that still operate there and offer a variety of services, goods and dining options. These locally-owned operations mix with national retail stores and restaurants, with many more beginning operations as businesses continue to find Bastrop is a great place to do business.
Entertainment options in Bastrop include the Bastrop Opera House, built in 1889, where a variety of shows, concerts, plays and productions are scheduled throughout the year. The community spirit is strengthened by Bastrop's many festivals and events, including holiday parades and a variety of festivals. Food, fun and family are important aspects of these gatherings as they have been throughout the history of Bastrop and can now be found throughout the year in The Chestnut Square Family Entertainment Center. This fun-filled establishment offers everything from mini-golf, movies, bowling, an arcade and food for wholesome family fun. Bastrop real estate is just as incredible as the community. Bastrop homebuyers will find that the city's homes for sale include a wide selection in styles, prices and locations that are perfect to suit any need. With the help and guidance of Bastrop real estate expert Michael Torrence your next home buying experience will be the best yet!
