Land for sale in Austin & the Texas Hill Country

Prices swing widely by location and utilities. Build-ready residential lots inside the city commonly trade well above $200,000, while unimproved Hill Country acreage 30–60 minutes out can be a fraction of that per acre. Waterfront tracts on Lake Travis and Lake Austin carry the highest premiums. Terry pulls live Unlock MLS comps for the specific corridor you're targeting before you make an offer.

Utility availability (water, electric, septic feasibility), a percolation test, floodplain and FEMA mapping, access and easements, deed restrictions, mineral and water rights, county vs. city jurisdiction, and existing survey accuracy. Terry coordinates the survey, septic feasibility, and title review during your option period.

Yes, though terms differ from a home loan. Lot and land loans typically require 20–35% down with shorter terms, and construction-to-permanent loans roll the land into the build. Terry can connect you with Central Texas lenders who regularly close raw-land and construction loans.

An ag valuation stays with the property only if the qualifying use continues without interruption. Break the use and you can trigger a rollback assessment for prior years. Terry reviews current use and appraisal district records before closing so tax exposure isn't a surprise.

Yes. Terry specializes in building and managing residential portfolios and regularly helps investors evaluate subdividable tracts, infill lots, and build-to-rent sites across Austin and Houston.