Homes in Smithville
Smithville grew as a railroad town on the Colorado River and keeps a historic downtown with older homes, near Buescher State Park.
Neighborhoods we serve include Historic Downtown Smithville and the rest of Smithville.
Smithville housing at a glance
More than half of the homes in Smithville (66%) were built before 1980, far older than the Austin metro as a whole, where the median home dates from 2002. Houses this age often still have original electrical panels, older plumbing and single pane windows, so we check those systems before planning finishes.
| Measure | Smithville | Austin metro |
|---|---|---|
| Median year homes were built | 1967 | 2002 |
| Built before 1980 | 66% | 19% |
| Built in 2000 or later | 17% | 54% |
| Single family detached homes | 76% | 59% |
| Owner occupied | 57% | 58% |
| Median value of owner occupied homes | $254,400 | $465,000 |
| Housing units | 2,034 | 1,042,843 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5 year estimates 2020–2024. Figures include apartments and condos and are survey estimates.
The ground and climate
Sandy and loamy soils near the river, with the Colorado River floodplain affecting lots close to it.
Permits and local rules
The City of Smithville issues permits inside city limits; Bastrop County handles septic and floodplain outside them.
See our Bastrop County permit guide for where to apply, adopted codes and official sources.
Common projects in Smithville
- Older home renovations
- Covered porches and decks
- Kitchen and bath remodels
Services available in Smithville
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Bathroom Remodeling
- Whole Home Renovation
- Room Additions & ADUs
- Custom Home Building
- Garage Conversions
- Garage Construction
- Decks & Patio Covers
- Pool Construction & Remodeling
- Investor & Rental Renovations
ZIP codes
78957
Frequently asked questions
Does Tier One Builds work in Smithville?
Yes. Smithville is part of our service area, about 43 miles in a straight line from our office on Balcones Drive in Austin. The consultation and quote are free.
Do you pull permits in Smithville?
Yes. The City of Smithville issues permits inside city limits; Bastrop County handles septic and floodplain outside them.. We submit the permits your project needs and schedule the inspections.
What projects do you build in Smithville?
Common projects here include older home renovations, covered porches and decks, kitchen and bath remodels. We also handle every other service on our list.