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In Central Texas, Bell County is one of the fastest-growing regions, home to Killeen, Temple, and Belton. Established in 1850, the county’s history is tied to Fort Hood (now Fort Cavazos), one of the largest U.S. military bases. Killeen is a major city with a diverse population and housing stock, while Temple is a regional medical hub, and Belton offers lakeside living along Belton Lake. The county is urban-suburban with pockets of rural farmland. Housing ranges from affordable starter homes to new suburban developments and lakeside estates. Proximity to Austin (about an hour south) boosts demand. Prices average $250,000 to $380,000, though waterfront homes and new builds often go higher.