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$549,900
Property Description
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!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 222 Pony Express Dr
General
- Price: $549,900
- HOA FEE: $15/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $9,672 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Austin_MLS
- MLS ID: 5492402
- Updated: 6/21/2026
- Added to Site: 360 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Laminate Counters, Main Level Primary, No Interior Steps, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Closet(s), Wired for Sound
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven, Down Draft, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Water Purifier Owned, Propane Cooktop, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Water Softener Owned, Water Softener, Water Purifier
- Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Community Mailbox
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Rear Porch, Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Glass Enclose
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 4
- Covered Spaces: 4
- Total Spaces: 10
- Parking Features: Additional Parking, Attached, Circular Driveway, Door-Multi, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Off Street, Outside, Paved, RV Access/Parking, Workshop in Garage
Location
- Area: SV
- County: Bastrop
- Subdivision: La Reata Ranch
- Driving 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.
- Direction Faces: North
School Information
- Elem School District: Smithville ISD
- Midd School District: Smithville ISD
- High School District: Smithville ISD
- Elementary School: Smithville
- Middle School: Smithville
- High School: Smithville
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: LaReata Ranch POA
- Assoc. Fees Include: Maintenance Grounds
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central, Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Well: Yes
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Propane, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Construction: HardiPlank Type
- Roof: Composition, Shingle
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Screens, Skylight(s)
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 1,856
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Living Area: 1,856 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2000
- Year Built Source: Public Records
- Property Condition: Resale
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Property View: Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 7.16
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 311,889.6
- Lot Dimensions: 319 x 896
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Level, Many Trees, Trees Large Size, Trees Medium Size
- Fencing (Description): None
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $175
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assessment Amount: $683,854
- Tax Amount: $9,672.15
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: LA REATA RANCH SEC 2, LOT 97, ACRES 7.1600
- Disclosures/Reports: Seller Disclosure
- Property ID: 83671
- Lot Number: 97
Listed by Kritt Real Estate, LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 222 Pony Express Dr
School District:Smithville Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Brown Primary School 403 Southwest 4th Street, Smithville, TX 78957 | PK-2 | 9.6 mi |
Smithville Elementary School 800 Bishop Street, Smithville, TX 78957 | 3-5 | 10.7 mi |
Smithville J High School 287 State Highway 95, Smithville, TX 78957 | 6-8 | 9.6 mi |
Smithville High School 285 State Highway 95, Smithville, TX 78957 | 9-12 | 9.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 222 Pony Express Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/28/2025
Listed
$549,900
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 222 Pony Express Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,769
8%
$678,852
-1%
2023
$2,562
100%
$683,854
16%
2023
-100%
$590,708
29%
2021
$4,774
1%
$457,249
-25%
2022
$4,719
—
$607,925
44%
2020
$4,738
1%
$421,961
7%
2019
$4,712
—
$396,205
8%
2019
$4,712
2%
$368,526
8%
2017
$4,623
—
$341,134
6%
2016
$4,605
-2%
$320,972
10%
2014
$4,699
—
$291,793
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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222 Pony Express Drive, Smithville, TX 78957 (MLS# 5492402) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 222 Pony Express Drive is currently listed for $549,900 and was received on June 28, 2025. Want to learn more about 222 Pony Express Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Smithville? You can browse all Smithville real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
