288 The Forest RD, Dale TX 78616
Dale, TX 78616 · NBHD0217
Single Family Residence for sale in NBHD0217
Overview
Property Description
Move-In Ready | 3 Bed / 2 Bath | ~1.58 Acres Welcome to peaceful farm living in the heart of Bastrop County! This move-in ready home sits on approximately 1.58 acres with rich, fertile soil and just the right amount of mature trees to provide natural shade and a gentle breeze. The versatile third bedroom features its own closet and private entrance — perfect as a guest suite, game room, home office, family room, or workout space. Out front, a covered porch, offering a welcoming spot to relax and take in the serene surroundings. The property is fully fenced on all sides with a front gate, and offers plenty of room to add a detached garage, metal building, pole barn, or the outbuilding of your choice. Bring your animals — horses, chickens, and more are welcome here. Prime Location: ~20 min to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport ~20 min to Historic Downtown Bastrop ~33 min to Downtown Austin Enjoy the quiet, friendly neighborhood of Cedar Creek/Dale while staying connected to everything Central Texas has to offer. Affordable acreage like this doesn't last — come see it for yourself!
Financial Info
- Price
- $319,900
- $ / Sqft
- $184
- HOA
- None
- Tax Rate
- 1.68%
- Est. Taxes
- $3,389
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Exemptions
- Homestead
Legal Info
- Address
- 288 The Forest RD
- County
- Bastrop
- City
- Dale
- State
- TX
- Zip
- 78616
- Subdivision
- NBHD0217
- Legal Description
- THE FOREST, LOT 27, ACRES 1.5850, (MH 16X76, S/N V400489, L/N TEX0523061)
- Parcel
- 49897
Interior Features
- Floor
- Concrete, No Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
- Num Living
- 2
- Dining
- 1
- Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Appliances
- Electric Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Master Bed
- 2 Primary Baths
- Master Main
- Yes
- Interior Features
- 2 Primary Baths, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), See Remarks
General Info
- Beds
- 3 Total / 3 Main Level
- Full / Half Baths
- 2 / 0
- Prop Type
- Residential
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Stories
- 1
- Year Built
- 1995 / Resale
- Square Feet
- 1,738 / Public Records
- Garages
- 2
- Garage Desc
- Driveway
- Foundation
- Block, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof
- Metal
- Construction
- Block, Concrete, HardiPlank Type, Wood Siding
- Acres
- 1.59
- Lot Description
- Level, Native Plants
- Restrictions
- Deed Restrictions
- Flood Plain
- No
- View
- Trees/Woods
- Water Access
- No
- Waterfront
- No
- Area
- BA
Utility Info
- Water
- Private
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Other, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Heat
- Central
- A C
- Central Air
Exterior Features
- Fence
- See Remarks
- Exterior Features
- Private Yard, Covered, Front Porch
- Pool On Property
- No
- Area Amenities
- See Remarks
Price history
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 2026 | Price Decrease | $319,900−$10,000 (−3%) | −$10,000 (−3%) |
| May 24, 2026 | New Listing | — |
Taxes
- Owner
- TUTTLE, GABRIEL SCOTT
- Legal
- THE FOREST, LOT 27, ACRES 1.5850, (MH 16X76, S/N V400489, L/N TEX0523061)
- Geo ID
- 49897
- Acreage
- 1.59
- Exemption Type
- Homestead
- T1
- BASTROP COUNTY
- T2
- BASTROP ISD
- T4
- BASTROP COUNTY EMERGENCY SVC DIST #1
- T6
- BASTROP COUNTY EMERGENCY SVC DIST #3
- T7
- COUNTY ROAD FM
- MLS estimated annual taxes
- $3,389
- MLS tax year
- 2025
- CAD estimated taxes
- $3,304.73
- CAD source year
- 2026
| Year | Land | Improvements | Market | Appraised | Assessed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $180,258 | $105,332 | $285,590 | $285,590 | $285,590 |
| Capped | Taxable | Assessed | Land HS | Imp HS | CAD Est. Tax | Taxing Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $285,590 | $285,590 | — | — | — | $1,000.96 | BASTROP COUNTY |
| $285,590 | $145,590 | — | — | — | $1,554.76 | BASTROP ISD |
| $285,590 | $285,590 | — | — | — | $242.41 | BASTROP COUNTY EMERGENCY SVC DIST #1 |
| $285,590 | $285,590 | — | — | — | $285.59 | BASTROP COUNTY EMERGENCY SVC DIST #3 |
| $285,590 | $282,590 | — | — | — | $221.01 | COUNTY ROAD FM |
Source: Bastrop County
Schools
School Info
- District
- Bastrop ISD
- Elementary
- Red Rock
- Middle
- Cedar Creek
- High
- Cedar Creek
Maps
Financing
Your preferences
- 20% down
- Conv/Jumbo
- 30 years
- 6.50% rate
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Estimated monthly payment
$2,167 / mo
20% down · 6.50% interest · 30-year fixed
Estimated monthly payment $2,167
- Principal & interest
- $1,618
- Property taxes
- $282
- Homeowners insurance
- $267
*PITI only
These figures are estimates for general information only — not a loan offer, a quote, or a guarantee of financing terms.
| Year | Starting balance | Principal paid | Interest paid | Ending balance | Principal vs interest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $255,920 | $2,860 | $16,551 | $253,060 | |
| 2 | $253,060 | $3,052 | $16,359 | $250,007 | |
| 3 | $250,007 | $3,256 | $16,155 | $246,751 | |
| 4 | $246,751 | $3,475 | $15,937 | $243,276 | |
| 5 | $243,276 | $3,707 | $15,704 | $239,569 | |
| 6 | $239,569 | $3,956 | $15,456 | $235,614 | |
| 7 | $235,614 | $4,220 | $15,191 | $231,393 | |
| 8 | $231,393 | $4,503 | $14,908 | $226,890 | |
| 9 | $226,890 | $4,805 | $14,606 | $222,086 | |
| 10 | $222,086 | $5,126 | $14,285 | $216,959 |
- Year 1$253,060
- Principal paid
- $2,860
- Interest paid
- $16,551
- Starting balance
- $255,920
- Year 2$250,007
- Principal paid
- $3,052
- Interest paid
- $16,359
- Starting balance
- $253,060
- Year 3$246,751
- Principal paid
- $3,256
- Interest paid
- $16,155
- Starting balance
- $250,007
- Year 4$243,276
- Principal paid
- $3,475
- Interest paid
- $15,937
- Starting balance
- $246,751
- Year 5$239,569
- Principal paid
- $3,707
- Interest paid
- $15,704
- Starting balance
- $243,276
- Year 6$235,614
- Principal paid
- $3,956
- Interest paid
- $15,456
- Starting balance
- $239,569
- Year 7$231,393
- Principal paid
- $4,220
- Interest paid
- $15,191
- Starting balance
- $235,614
- Year 8$226,890
- Principal paid
- $4,503
- Interest paid
- $14,908
- Starting balance
- $231,393
- Year 9$222,086
- Principal paid
- $4,805
- Interest paid
- $14,606
- Starting balance
- $226,890
- Year 10$216,959
- Principal paid
- $5,126
- Interest paid
- $14,285
- Starting balance
- $222,086
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