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A picturesque small town on the banks of the Colorado River
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Living in Smithville
Smithville is a picturesque Bastrop County town on the banks of the Colorado River, known for its charming Main Street, annual Jamboree festival, and a creative community that has attracted artists and small-business owners. With a population around 4,400, Smithville offers small-town living with real character.
The town gained pop-culture fame as a filming location, and its walkable downtown features local restaurants, antique shops, and art galleries. The Colorado River provides fishing, kayaking, and scenic frontage. Smithville is about 45 minutes from Austin, making it a viable option for remote workers seeking an affordable, characterful small-town base.
Why Smithville?
- Charming Main Street with restaurants and galleries
- Colorado River frontage and recreation
- Annual Jamboree festival and creative community
- 45 minutes from Austin — viable for remote workers
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Angie's Guide to Smithville
Smithville is the Bastrop County town that artists and creatives discovered first, and it shows. Main Street has genuine charm — not manufactured, not corporate, just a good small town that takes pride in itself. My remote-worker clients love Smithville because you get a riverfront lifestyle and a creative community at a fraction of Austin prices.
Affordability
PremiumThis is a competitive market — home prices outpace what most people earn here
Demographics
SuburbanClassic suburban feel — yards, space, neighbors
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