More Towns in the Central Texas Area 

Copperas Cove

Copperas Cove, Texas is a wonderful town located among the rolling country hillsides, grand oak trees, and abundance of wildlife roaming between the sage and cacti. A town with a true sense of community, Copperas Cove provides some of the greatest real estate options for today’s homebuyers including golf course properties and prestigious executive homes.

Originally settled in the 1840s following Texas’ declaration of independence, Copperas Cove sits between the cities of Dallas and San Antonio. The Santa Fe Railroad combined with the land’s exceptional topography for cattle farming, made this town desirable for those wishing to settle the area. The commerce and business of the early 1900’s brought tremendous growth to the area that is still evident today. Presently, the town is home to many military families because of its location near the nation’s largest military base, Fort Hood, which borders Copperas Cove to the north and east. The housing market of Fort Hood offers affordable homes for more than 400 soldiers returning to civilian life each month.

Serving the young residents of Copperas Cove is the highly regarded Copperas Cove Independent School District. Central Texas College provides higher educational opportunities for those seeking to get a degree without going too far away from home, as it is located within the region. The parks and recreational facilities provided by the town offer many possibilities such as swimming pools, hiking trails, volleyball courts, a golf course, tennis courts, and picnic areas among many other things.

A family-friendly community, Copperas Cove takes great pride in celebrating its heritage with such annual events as the Festival of Five Hills, which pays tribute to the countryside that surrounds the area and the Ogletree Gap Heritage Festival in honor of this prosperous Texas Hill Country. Copperas Cove has also been unofficially named “Bike Central, Texas” because of the area’s natural surroundings that have created a haven for bicyclists and other outdoor enthusiasts.

With plenty of real estate options in Copperas County, any homebuyer’s needs will be satisfied whether you are looking for single family homes, townhouses, condos, farmland, golf properties, or luxurious estates.
 
Kempner

Located halfway between Lampasas and Killeen at the intersection of U.S. Highway 190 and Ranch Road 2313, Kempner was originally named Picket Valley. After some trouble with the natives during its early days beginning back in the 1850s, the town of Kempner finally settled with its current name, one that was named after Harris Kempner – director of the Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe Railway that first came through in 1882.

Kempner offers plenty of recreational opportunities that suit residents of all ages. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing day of fishing on the Lampasas River, getting up close and personal with the animals at the Topsey Exotic Ranch or bike ride through nature, you are sure to have a good time. Kempner is known for its small town feel and its availability of homes with acreage. If you’re looking for a slower way of life with room to roam and explore, Kempner is the place for you.  If you’re looking for a town with big shopping malls and mega-stores, you won’t find it in Kempner, but everywhere you go there will always be some form of wildlife to observe, from deer and wild turkey to blue jays, cardinals and the wildflowers that blanket the rolling hills. 

Served by the Copperas Cove and Lampasas Independent School Districts, Kempner’s young residents are provided with an excellent education that teaches students the skills and knowledge to take on a productive role in society. Higher education facilities include Central Texas College and Tarleton State University.

The Kempner real estate market provides its residents with several housing options to suit all homebuyers including single family homes in neighborhoods with acreage and many rural ranches. With wildlife abound and good old country living set against the beautiful Texas landscapes of Lampasas County, Kempner is a warm and inviting community that welcomes residents home each day.

 
Lampasas

Home to a population of less than 10,000 residents, the small town of Lampasas sits in the heart of Central Texas and Lampasas County. Settled in 1850 by John Burleson, and originally named Burleson, the scenery of Lampasas was made up of natural mineral springs and flowing rivers and streams. The town experienced major growth with the arrival of the railroad in 1882. Today, residents still enjoy the relaxed and tranquil atmosphere of long ago that can still be felt throughout the city streets.

Recreational amenities abound, there is something for everyone to take part in and enjoy from hunting for wild game to fishing in the Lampasas and Colorado Rivers. The Lampasas Independent School District serves around 4,000 children each year with its four main campuses.

Farming and agriculture have remained the area’s strong economic forces since the beginning of its existence. Downtown Lampasas also reflects the past with its historic Victorian buildings, which were an influence of the early architects. The area is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

With the largest military base in the nation within close proximity, Lampasas is home to many military families that have sought a close-knit family neighborhood with affordable housing opportunities. The city is also conveniently located near three major highway systems, with only a short drive to the metropolitan Austin, San Antonio, and Dallas/Fort Worth areas.

Homebuyers that are on the search for a quiet town to call home in a place where you can slow down from the fast-paced lifestyle of the working world, look no further. The real estate market that Lampasas offers gives each resident an unparalleled quality of life with the natural beauty that surrounds it.

Nolanville

Situated along U.S. Highway 190, and eleven miles west of Interstate Highway 35, Nolanville lays in the rolling hills of Bell County, Texas. This small town’s convenient location is next door to Harker Heights, 5 minutes from Belton, 15 minutes from Temple, and 5 – 15 minutes from Killeen and Fort Hood – the nation’s largest military base – makes it a desirable location in which to live as it combines small-town ambiance with big-city amenities.

Currently home to 2,000 plus residents, Nolanville once housed only a few settlers along Nolan Creek back in the 1840’s. By 1882, the first passenger train ran through the small community, attracting more families and more businesses to the area. Today, Nolanville is one of the fastest-growing communities in Texas and with its prime location, unique real estate market and wonderful educational opportunities it is sure to continue that trend.

Nolanville has managed to stay a small town despite its growth in housing; it is primarily a bedroom community of Killeen with only a few businesses. The Nolanville real estate market is surrounded by countless recreational opportunities that everyone can enjoy. From a selection of water sports presented by Belton Lake and Lake Stillhouse to the miles of walking, jogging and biking paths of several nearby parks including Miller Springs Park and the Belton Lake Outdoor Recreational Area (BLORA). You’ll never find yourself looking for something to do in your spare time. For those who love to shop, there are many excellent antique shops found in Fredericksburg, Austin, Lampasas, and Salado. Dude Ranches located throughout the area also make for an interesting blast from the past. Finally, for history buffs, there are several museums that one can visit near Nolanville including the two military history museums at Fort Hood, Temple’s Railroad and Pioneer Museum, Bell County Museum in Belton and the Central Texas Museum in Salado.

The Killeen Independent School District serves young residents of the Nolanville community as well as some of the surrounding areas with 25 Elementary, eight Middle, and four high schools. In addition to public schools, there are several private and parochial schools. For those pursuing higher education there are a handful of local colleges and universities from which one can choose including Central Texas College, Tarleton State University, and the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor.

Nolanville’s real estate market provides many options for homebuyers from single family resale to new construction homes. With a safe and friendly community, the residents of this close-knit town are proud of their history and their home.

Salado

Halfway between Waco and Austin, the village of Salado is one of the hidden treasures of Texas that is home to nearly 2,500 residents. Forgotten by time and commercialization, this newly incorporated village is greatly cherished by its inhabitants. Named after the spring-fed creek, the frontier village used to be a stop for Chisholm Trail cattle drives. Some say that you can still see the wagon wheel ruts in the creek bed. Salado’s southern hospitality mixed with its unique character makes this small community a wonderful place to call home.

Salado is widely known for its diverse shopping opportunities from antiques and furniture to clothing and jewelry. The town is also known as an artist community, as many people provide a selection of crafts at several established art galleries. Recreational activities include fishing, hiking, and golfing amidst the beautiful Central Texas landscape and the wildflowers that blanket it. Residents enjoy breathtaking sunsets that create a sense of relaxation beyond compare to anywhere else.

Temple

Named after the chief engineer behind the Bell County railroad system, Bernard Moore Temple, the city of Temple, Texas embraces its residents with a rustic hometown ambiance while still offering a modernized and cosmopolitan atmosphere. With a moderate year-round climate and bountiful wildflowers surrounding the area, every resident can feel at home. In its early days, Temple experienced many name changes including Mudville, Tanglefoot, and Ratsville. Three more that serve the city a little more justice perhaps are Progressive Temple, Prairie Queen, and City of Trees.

Temple’s neighborhoods and subdivisions offer every housing option available to suit your specific needs. From modest starter homes in townhouses or condos to affordable single family homes and million-dollar estates, the city of Temple is filled with all the amenities in homeownership today.

There is a plethora of recreational opportunities that every resident can choose from with the many high-class sport complexes and the Temple Lake Park that offers 62 picnic spots, a swimming beach, boat ramps and a playground right on the shore of Lake Belton. Temple is also home to the first official state park in Texas, Mother Neff State Park. Mother Neff provides several outdoor activities including camping, fishing, and miles of trails for hiking, biking, walking or jogging.

The city of Temple is known for its unique arts, culture and entertainment. Major attractions include the Railroad & Heritage Museum, the Temple Raceway, Temple Civic Theatre and the Miller Springs Nature Center among countless of others.

Temple presents its 111,000 residents with numerous job opportunities and diverse occupations to choose from such as medical care, rail transportation, and military duty. Homeowners can find golf communities, luxury estate homes, single family houses and condos right in the center of Texas where every resident can enjoy a close-knit community in the heart of a major metropolitan area.