Full of Potential! Welcome to this one-owner home, nestled in the heart of the highly desirable Elmwood-River Oaks neighborhood. Brimming with character and potential, this spacious residence offers four generously sized bedrooms, including two with private ensuite bathrooms, for a total of three baths. With an abundance of living and dining space, this home is perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The expansive kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring a Viking Professional gas range with griddle, double ovens, and ample cabinetry—ready to be transformed into the heart of your home. Sitting on nearly half an acre, this tree-covered lot provides a serene retreat, complete with a sprinkler system and a water well for added convenience. Sewer line repaired-replaced 2025 by Black Plumbing. While this home is offered as is and could use some updates, it's incredible location make it a rare find. Opportunities like this don’t come around often—bring your vision and make this exceptional property your own!
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1709 Elmwood Dr, Abilene, TX 79605
4beds
3,450sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
0.47 Acres Lot
$552,800 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$3,241 Estimated rent
Home value
$552,800
$520,000 - $586,000
$3,241/mo
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Water wellAbundance of living spacePrivate ensuite bathroomsMultiple dining areasPeaceful retreatViking professional gas rangeGenerously sized bedrooms
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Listed by:
Romona Brogan 0214859 325-669-3087,
RE/MAX Big Country 325-721-8551
Bought with:
Robbie Johnson
Epique Realty LLC
Source: NTREIS,MLS#: 20808756
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Double Vanity, En Suite Bathroom
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Split Bedrooms
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Features: Built-in Features, Split Bedrooms
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Features: Split Bedrooms
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Built-in Features, Fireplace
- Level: First
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Some Gas Appliances, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Plumbed For Gas, Vented Exhaust Fan
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Multiple Master Suites, Pantry, Cable TV
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Windows: Shutters, Window Coverings
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room, Masonry
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,450 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Alley Access, Covered, Gated, Storage
- Carport spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Exterior features: Kennel, Rain Gutters, Storage, Uncovered Courtyard
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced,Gate,Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.47 Acres
- Dimensions: 115 x 179
- Features: Back Yard, Hardwood Trees, Interior Lot, Lawn, Landscaped, Many Trees, Subdivision, Sprinkler System
Details
- Additional structures: Kennel/Dog Run, Storage
- Parcel number: 53128
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Detached
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, Well
- Utilities for property: Sewer Available, Water Available, Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs
- Subdivision: River Oaks
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Abilene
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $490,105
- Annual tax amount: $10,325
- Date on market: 1/4/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 213 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/5/2025 | Sold | -- |
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| 5/14/2025 | Contingent | $499,000$145/sqft |
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| 5/5/2025 | Price change | $499,000-10.9%$145/sqft |
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| 3/31/2025 | Price change | $560,000-17.6%$162/sqft |
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| 3/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $680,000$197/sqft |
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| 3/13/2025 | Contingent | $680,000$197/sqft |
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| 1/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $680,000$197/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,108 +410% | $490,105 +9.3% |
| 2024 | $2,178 -45.3% | $448,602 +10% |
| 2023 | $3,979 | $407,820 +10% |
| 2022 | $3,979 | $370,745 +10% |
| 2021 | -- | $337,041 +10% |
| 2020 | $3,979 | $306,401 -0.2% |
| 2019 | $3,979 | $306,886 +9.9% |
| 2018 | $3,979 | $279,139 +3.6% |
| 2017 | $3,979 | $269,470 +4.8% |
| 2016 | $3,979 -3% | $257,024 +2.1% |
| 2015 | $4,100 | $251,719 +0.2% |
| 2014 | $4,100 | $251,315 +1.3% |
| 2013 | -- | $248,178 -0.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $248,956 -0.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $249,096 +2.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $243,996 -0.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $244,133 -1.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $246,799 +5.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $234,317 +4.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $223,282 +10% |
| 2005 | -- | $202,984 +10% |
| 2004 | -- | $184,531 +1% |
| 2003 | -- | $182,633 -13.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $211,327 +1% |
| 2001 | -- | $209,335 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: River Oaks/Brookhollow
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Austin Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Mann STEAM AcademyGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 5/10Abilene High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Austin
- Middle: Mann
- High: Abilene
- District: Abilene 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
- Abilene
- 79605
- River Oaks/Brookhollow
- 1709 Elmwood Dr
