Deb Dahlberg-Rowland Realtor

09/19/2026

Planning to buy a home next year? Fall is the perfect time to start preparing. 🍂🏡

Getting ready now can put you in a stronger position when you're ready to make your move.

Here's what to focus on this fall:

💰 Build your down payment fund by setting a savings goal and creating a realistic budget.
📈 Strengthen your credit by paying bills on time, reducing outstanding balances, and avoiding unnecessary new debt.
📋 Review your finances to understand what you can comfortably afford each month.
🏘️ Research communities to narrow down where you'd like to live before you begin house hunting.
🤝 Connect with a real estate professional early to learn about the buying process, current market conditions, and what you can do now to prepare.

A little planning today can make next year's home search feel much smoother and far less stressful. Let's map out the steps that can help you become purchase-ready by next year!

09/19/2026

Your cars called… they want this place. 🏎️🔧

A big shop with a car lift, an office, a man cave, AND a second shop for storage, hobbies, and your next project.

When the tools go down, enjoy the home, pool, and pond—all on versatile acreage minutes from Fayetteville. Under two hours from Austin or Houston, and a little farther from San Antonio.

📍3230 FM 1291
💲$825,000 | MLS #8182248

Bring your cars. Bring your projects. Make it yours.

Deb Dahlberg-Rowland | Career Realtor
Stanberry Realtors
📞 Call or text 512-743-0516 for details or a private tour!

09/18/2026

11.43 wooded acres tucked among the tall pines and oaks of Paige, Texas. Follow the cleared trails through the woods, enjoy the existing tiny-house setup now, and imagine where you could build your future country home.

Water and electric are already in place, along with additional buildings for a craft space, workshop, storage and more. AG wildlife valuation adds to the appeal.

A peaceful Central Texas retreat with room to create the lifestyle you’ve been looking for.

667 Paint Creek South Road | Paige, TX
11.43 Acres | $295,000
ABOR MLS #1148245

Deb Dahlberg-Rowland, Realtor®
Stanberry Realtors
512-743-0516

09/18/2026

10 + ACRES | FM 413 AREA | BETWEEN THORNDALE & SHARPT
Drive in with me, to see this 10.04 acres of private Central Texas countryside off FM 413 between Thorndale and Sharp!

The easement access has recently been cleared so vehicles can travel to the property line, and the land has been cleared and mulched for easier access throughout the tract.

Buy now and hold for the future while growth continues throughout the Thorndale–Taylor area—or begin planning your dream ranch, country retreat or off-grid getaway.

Call your Realtor for a showing today.
ABOR #9278276 $137,500

A truck or higher-clearance vehicle is recommended.

Deb Dahlberg-Rowland, Realtor®
Stanberry Realtors
512-743-0516

09/18/2026

Room for the Lifestyle!

Take a quick tour of this versatile 12.95-acre gentleman’s ranch in the Fayetteville countryside.

Car collector? Horse owner? Homesteader? Looking for a country retreat with room for all the things you love? This one has a little bit of everything.

Remodeled 3-bedroom, 3-bath ranch home, sparkling pool and cabana, pond, fenced pastures, horse shedrow barn, chicken setup and an incredible climate-controlled shop with vehicle lift, office and bar/man cave — plus an additional shop/equipment building.

There’s even a second utility setup offering possibilities for a future guest house, MIL suite, caretaker’s residence or family compound.

3230 S FM 1291 | Fayetteville, TX
12.95 unrestricted acres
Offered at $825,000

Want to see more?
[www.debsellstexas.com](http://www.debsellstexas.com)

Deb Dahlberg-Rowland, Career Realtor®
Stanberry Realtors
512-743-0516

09/14/2026

As the temperatures drop, buyers start paying closer attention to something they may have overlooked all summer: the heating system. 🍂🏡

A home's heating system can influence comfort, maintenance costs, and long-term expenses, making it an important part of a buyer's decision.

Here's what many buyers look for during the fall:

🔥 Age of the system – A newer furnace or heat pump may mean fewer repairs and a longer remaining lifespan.
🛠️ Service history – Regular maintenance records can give buyers confidence that the system has been well cared for.
💨 Energy efficiency – An efficient heating system may help reduce monthly utility costs while keeping the home comfortable.
🌡️ Performance – Buyers often want to know the system heats the home evenly, runs quietly, and responds properly to the thermostat.

If you're planning to sell this fall, scheduling a professional HVAC service before listing your home can help identify minor issues, improve performance, and give buyers added peace of mind during showings.

📌 A well-maintained heating system may not be the feature buyers notice first, but it can be one of the details that helps them feel confident about making an offer.

09/14/2026

📍 TBD Pearson Road, Bastrop County, TX, 78616

My latest listing on RateMyAgent.
TAR 553954
https://rma.reviews/3d024idl4k70

09/13/2026

✨ Unrestricted lot in the pines with 20' shipping container on site. ✨

📍 Lots 126 & 127 Grand Canyon, Bastrop, TX 78602
🏡 Single Family Residential | 💲$169,000 | 🛏 N/A | 🛁 N/A | 📐 N/A | 3974347

📖 Located in Lake Bastrop Estates, these two adjacent hillside lots on Grand Canyon Drive offer a rare opportunity to own a peaceful slice of Central Texas just moments from the south shore of Lake Bastrop. Surrounded by towering loblolly pines, the property provides a natural setting with elevation, privacy, and a true woodland feel while remaining close to outdoor recreation and town conveniences. Lots 126 and 127 are being offered together, creating added flexibility for building, recreation, or future expansion. One of the lots is already fenced, forming a private enclosed area ideal for pets, a garden, or a defined outdoor living space. A 20-foot shipping container is on site and can convey with the property. It is partially finished inside and makes an excellent base camp while you pla...

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Located in Lake Bastrop Estates, these two adjacent hillside lots on Grand Canyon Drive offer a rare opportunity to own a peaceful slice of Central Texas just moments from the south shore of Lake Bastrop. Surrounded by towering loblolly pines, the pr...

09/13/2026

✨ 10-Acre Thorndale TX Off-Grid Land for Sale - Milam County Rural Tract ✨

📍 TBD CR 413, Thorndale, TX 78587
🏡 Lots and Land | 💲$137,500 | 🛏 N/A | 🛁 N/A | 📐 N/A | 9278276

📖 Explore this 10.04-acre unimproved rural tract in Thorndale, TX, offering the quintessential Central Texas countryside experience. Located in Milam County, this property features rich blackland soil, native mesquite, and prickly pear, making it an ideal candidate for agricultural use, recreational hunting, or a secluded weekend retreat. Situated approximately 11 miles from Thorndale and 3 miles from the historic Sharp area, it provides a balance of privacy and accessibility to Taylor, Rockdale, and the Greater Austin region. This former cotton-producing land retains historic swales that naturally manage moisture, supporting local wildlife and grazing. Access is provided via a recorded 30-foot-wide physical easement. With no existing utilities, this lot presents a premier opportunity for of...

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Explore this 10.04-acre unimproved rural tract in Thorndale, TX, offering the quintessential Central Texas countryside experience. Located in Milam County, this property features rich blackland soil, native mesquite, and prickly pear, making it an id...

09/13/2026

✨ 6+ UNRESTRICTED ACRES south of Austin in Cedar Creek ✨

📍 TBD Pearson Road, Cedar Creek, TX 78612
🏡 Lots and Land | 💲$345,000 | 🛏 N/A | 🛁 N/A | 📐 N/A | N/A

📖 Escape to your own private slice of Central Texas on this 6.667-acre tract on Pearson Road in Cedar Creek, located just past the end of the pavement on a quiet gravel dead-end road. Heavily wooded with mature trees and an intermittent creek, the property offers privacy, natural beauty, and room to spread out. With no restrictions, you have the flexibility to build or place your dream home and create the country lifestyle you’ve envisioned. Ideal for small animal husbandry, sustainable gardening, and a variety of hobbies, the land provides ample space for a main residence, guest quarters, barn, workshop, and additional outbuildings. Conveniently located near SH 130 with easy access to Austin, Bastrop, and surrounding areas, this property blends rural seclusion with everyday accessibility.

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Escape to your own private slice of Central Texas on this 6.667-acre tract on Pearson Road in Cedar Creek, located just past the end of the pavement on a quiet gravel dead-end road. Heavily wooded wit