A rare gem is found in the 136 acres of sprawling hills & canyons of the Lightening Ranch. Find peace & serenity in this nearly untouched slice of Texas paradise. Property has been preserved to maximize the earths offerings with 20 acres of cultivation, water well with 3000 gal tank & irrigates over 1 acre of high fenced gardens for self sustained food source. A green house structure overlooks approx 350 yard gun range that's tucked aways between canyons for ultimate privacy. Ideal for gathering, retreat venue or hunters camp, property boasts near 3600 sqft home built with steal I beam & insulated block, full storm shelter & situated upon a 360 degree panoramic view site + firepit & views for miles. 4 car garage & workshop house farm implements & tools. Two earth built huts with utilities & are located near RV & HIP Camp sites. A serene walk from main home is a 1600 sqft off grid home & garage built with recycled materials, full solar & rain water fed cistern. Sustained living awaits!
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1517 County Road 353 #B, Merkel, TX 79536
4beds
5,177sqft
Farm, Single Family Residence
Built in 2001
135.57 Acres Lot
$1,063,000 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$4,353 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,063,000
$935,000 - $1.21M
$4,353/mo
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Listed by:
Kristi Andrew 0639317 325-669-8963,
Abilene Group Premier Re. Adv. 325-669-8963
Bought with:
Kristi Andrew
Abilene Group Premier Re. Adv.
Source: NTREIS,MLS#: 20484913
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet Cabinetry, Dual Sinks, En Suite Bathroom, Jetted Tub, Separate Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 20 x 14
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Dual Sinks, Pantry, Solid Surface Counters, Sink
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17 x 14
Living room
- Features: Fireplace
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 22 x 24
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump, Propane, Solar, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Solar Hot Water
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Laundry in Utility Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Chandelier, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Decorative/Designer Lighting Fixtures, Cable TV
- Flooring: Combination, Concrete
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Decorative, Free Standing, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 5,177 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Other, Oversized, Workshop in Garage, Boat, RV Access/Parking
- Garage spaces: 5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Front Porch, Covered
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Garden, Lighting, RV Hookup, Storage
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Cross Fenced,Metal,Partial Cross,Wire
Lot
- Size: 135.56 Acres
- Features: Acreage, Agricultural, Garden, Native Plants
- Residential vegetation: Brush, Cleared, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Bunkhouse, Cabin, Second Garage, Garage(s), Guest House, Greenhouse, Outbuilding, Poultry Coop, Second Residence, RV/Boat Storage, Shed(s), See Remarks, Storage, Workshop
- Parcel number: 102297
- Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional,Detached,Farmhouse,Berm
- Property subtype: Farm, Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Foundation: Block, Slab
- Roof: Metal,Other
Condition
- Year built: 2001
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Water: Community/Coop, Rural, Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Propane, Sewer Available, Septic Available, Water Available, Cable Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Construction, Insulation, Water Heater
- Energy generation: Solar
- Construction elements: Conserving Methods, Recyclable Materials, Recycled Materials, Salvaged Materials, Productive Veggie Garden
- Water conservation: Gray Water System, Water Recycling, Low-Flow Fixtures, Rain Water Collection, Water-Smart Landscaping
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Merkel
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/23/2024 | Sold | -- |
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| 7/23/2024 | Pending sale | $999,000$193/sqft |
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| 7/14/2024 | Contingent | $999,000$193/sqft |
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| 7/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $999,000-8.9%$193/sqft |
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| 5/1/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/18/2024 | Price change | $1,097,000-0.3%$212/sqft |
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| 2/28/2024 | Price change | $1,100,000-12%$212/sqft |
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| 12/1/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000+127.3%$241/sqft |
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| 7/19/2018 | Sold | -- |
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| 6/21/2018 | Pending sale | $550,000$106/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty Abilene #13853779 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2018 | Listed for sale | $550,000+10.7%$106/sqft |
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| 2/2/2014 | Listing removed | $497,000$96/sqft |
Source: Hatchett & Company Real Estate #12044169 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2013 | Listed for sale | $497,000$96/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,361 -26.2% | $923,781 +9.1% |
| 2024 | $7,264 +3.7% | $846,919 +13.1% |
| 2023 | $7,005 -2.3% | $748,707 +8.4% |
| 2022 | $7,167 | $690,885 +24.2% |
| 2021 | -- | $556,417 +6.1% |
| 2020 | $6,287 +2.3% | $524,335 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $6,147 +70.6% | $512,410 +166.2% |
| 2018 | $3,604 | $192,458 +0.7% |
| 2017 | $3,604 +3.1% | $191,144 -0.6% |
| 2016 | $3,496 +1.2% | $192,328 +0.8% |
| 2015 | $3,454 | $190,769 +1.3% |
| 2014 | $3,454 | $188,240 0% |
| 2013 | -- | $188,303 -0.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $188,539 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 79536
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Merkel Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 6.1 mi
- 6/10Merkel MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.2 mi
- 5/10Merkel High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Merkel
- Middle: Merkel
- High: Merkel
- District: Merkel ISD
Source: NTREIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
- Texas
- Taylor County
- Merkel
- 79536
- 1517 County Road 353 Unit B
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