Best In Texas Real Estate™: Bastrop County

Is Bastrop County outpacing Austin in job growth and housing demand? The data suggests yes. According to the Dallas Fed, Bastrop’s home values rose 7.3% year-over-year — a trend not seen in the Austin MSA. Meanwhile, rural land appreciation has surged by 5.8%, driven by remote workers and tech professionals. This shift reflects broader economic transformation, with advanced manufacturing and aerospace sectors leading job creation. The region's proximity to SH-71/SH-21 corridor and access to skilled labor, supported by local workforce training programs, are key factors. Katherine Allen’s career evolution at UT Austin highlights the role of education in driving innovation and employment growth — a trend that’s shaping Bastrop’s economic trajectory. Source: https://news.utexas.edu/2026/09/04/where-are-they-now-katherine-allen/ View and join any or all of our communities — AI, quantum, and real estate: https://alex-companies.com/reports/linkedin-groups If there's an AI, quantum, or real estate community you'd like to see us convene, tell us — this portfolio grows by request. Real Estate Strategy & Intelligence Leader. Democratized Blue Ocean Strategist & Operator. Diane Hart Alexander, MBA, MHA Designated Broker, Alexander Tiffany Southwest, LLC Chair & CEO, ALEX +1 713.591.9902 · [email protected]