About 138 St. James Place
The Edwards Ranch! ~ A rare opportunity to own 129 acres of prime Texas countryside between the historic communities of Bastrop and Smithville. Held by the same family for three generations, this legacy property is a turnkey cattle ranch with an existing grazing and hay production lease currently in place. The land is approximately 70% improved pastures and 30% wooded, featuring Bermuda grass, towering pecan trees, abundant wildlife, and scenic views throughout. Improvements include pipe-built cattle pens, barn (50’ x 60’), equipment shed (24'x62'), greenhouse, and extensive livestock fencing and cross-fencing. The charming ranch home, originally built in 1939 was completely remodeled in 1990, blends historic charm with modern comfort. The move-in-ready residence with 2084sf offers 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, a country kitchen with spacious dining area, abundance of oak cabinetry, two office areas, beam ceilings, plantation shutters throughout, and two fireplaces—one in the living room and another in the primary bedroom. The interior has been freshly painted and carpet in the bedrooms and office have been recently installed. Wrap-around porches provide the perfect place to enjoy peaceful country living, while the metal roof offers lasting durability. Additional improvements include a detached guest quarters of approximately 600sf with a complete with a living area, one bedroom or studio, full bath, exterior utility room, and a two-car garage with dedicated office and a separate workshop area with extra room for ATV or lawn equipment. Whether you're seeking a working cattle operation, recreational weekend retreat, or multi-generational ranch property. Conveniently located within one hour of Austin and two hours from Houston or San Antonio. Close proximity to medical services, restaurants, shopping, the Colorado River and two State Parks for unlimited recreational activities. See listing for adjacent property on Colorado River at 218 Brody Ln. #4307492 for 231.78 acres.
Features of 138 St. James Place
| MLS® # | 7469084 |
|---|---|
| Price | $2,000,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Square Footage | 2,084 |
| Acres | 129.55 |
| Year Built | 1939 |
| Type | Farm |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Status | Pending |
Community Information
| Address | 138 St. James Place |
|---|---|
| Area | SV |
| Subdivision | Highsmith, A M |
| City | Bastrop |
| County | Bastrop |
| State | TX |
| Zip Code | 78602 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Electricity Connected, Propane, Water Connected |
|---|---|
| Features | Golf, Airport/Runway |
| Parking | Additional Parking, Door-Single, Detached, Electric Gate, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Golf Cart Garage, Gated, Outside, Oversized, Paved, Storage, Workshop in Garage |
| Garage Spaces | 2.00 |
| Garages | Garage Door Opener |
| View | Pasture, Trees/Woods |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Waterfront | None |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior | Carpet, Laminate, Tile |
|---|---|
| Interior Features | Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Open Beams/Beamed Ceailings, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Main Level Primary, Multiple Closets, No Interior Steps, Storage, Solid Surface Counters, Study, Smart Thermostat, Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s) |
| Appliances | Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Vented Exhaust Fan |
| Heating | Central, Propane |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 2 |
| Fireplaces | Insert, Gas Log, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Propane, Raised Hearth |
| # of Stories | 1 |
| Stories | One |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Exterior Steps, Lighting |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Many Trees, Trees Large Size, Trees Medium Size |
| Roof | Metal |
| Construction | Masonite |
| Foundation | Pillar/Post/Pier |
School Information
| District | Smithville ISD |
|---|---|
| Elementary | Smithville |
| Middle | Smithville |
| High | Smithville |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | June 1st, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 99 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | Kuper Sotheby's Int'l Realty |
|---|---|
| Contact Info | (512) 921-9134 |