Salado, TX Local Information, Schools & Real Estate Listings

Salado is the oldest of these three Central Texas towns. It was the stopping place chosen by pioneer families who came to the newest state in the mid 1840s from more refined areas of the United States. Salado was chosen because of its fresh water supply on the banks of Salado Creek, as well as the numerous springs in the area. Early on, the residents determined a need for advanced education for their children, and Salado College was established and it became a major draw to attract new families to the small town. Salado continued to grow until the 1880s when the Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe Railway Company began its rail line to connect Texas with the rest of the states. The railroad became the main artery for commercial and economic development, and when Salado found itself “off the beaten track,” with no rail line or depot, its population rapidly declined. Today, Salado is enjoying new growth as folks discover its small-town atmosphere, and country amenities now so close to major population centers, thanks to the more recent line of commercial and economic development, Interstate-35. 

Currently, Salado offers tons to check out for the day traveler or full-time residents such as the historic Stagecoach Inn, Barrow Brewery and Chupacabra. Local places to eat such as Alexander's, Cowboys BBQ, Johnny's, Robertson's Hams and Mill Creek Bar & Grill as well as tons of local art to enjoy.