Welcome to this beautiful 1930s home across the street from the historic Swenson House. This home is full of charm and detail including hardwood floors, two stone fireplaces, gourmet kitchen, and two dining areas to name a few. The main home is a 3 bed 2 bath home. The main home features a beautiful wraparound porch and a large covered porch in the back, perfect for entertaining. The oversized yard has lots of room for playing, and plenty of storage. The apartment is a 1 bed 1 bath with 1living area. This has been a very popular short term rental property. Furnishings and appliances are available for purchase and negotiable.
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1742 Merchant St, Abilene, TX 79603
4beds
2,608sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
0.48 Acres Lot
$282,700 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$3,605 Estimated rent
Home value
$282,700
$260,000 - $308,000
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Wraparound porchLarge covered porchHardwood floorsTwo dining areasStone fireplacesGourmet kitchenOversized yard
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Listed by:
Rebecca Huff 0729034 325-691-1410,
Berkshire Hathaway HS Stovall 325-691-1410
Bought with:
Melisera Nsabimana
eXp Realty LLC
Source: NTREIS,MLS#: 20698852
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 13 x 14
Breakfast room nook
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 9 x 11
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Solid Surface Counters
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Living room
- Features: Fireplace
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 20 x 13
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Heating
- Central, Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s), WallWindow Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry in Utility Room
Features
- Decorative/Designer Lighting Fixtures, Eat-in Kitchen, High Speed Internet, Multiple Staircases, Cable TV, Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas, Gas Log, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,608 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Additional Parking
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.48 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 12990
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian,Detached
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Separate Meters, Water Available, Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: College Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Abilene
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $241,388
- Annual tax amount: $6,843
- Date on market: 8/10/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 166 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Belongings in the storage sheds.
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/27/2025 | Sold | -- |
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| 1/23/2025 | Pending sale | $255,000$98/sqft |
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| 1/22/2025 | Contingent | $255,000$98/sqft |
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| 1/7/2025 | Price change | $255,000-1.9%$98/sqft |
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| 12/17/2024 | Price change | $260,000-1.9%$100/sqft |
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| 8/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $265,000+12.8%$102/sqft |
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| 4/11/2023 | Sold | -- |
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| 2/8/2023 | Pending sale | $235,000$90/sqft |
Source:  Coldwell Banker Apex, Realtors #20251697 Report a problem | ||
| 2/8/2023 | Contingent | $235,000$90/sqft |
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| 2/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $235,000+80.9%$90/sqft |
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| 2/5/2015 | Listing removed | $129,900$50/sqft |
Source: Red Apple, REALTORS #13005791 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2014 | Price change | $129,900-13.3%$50/sqft |
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| 8/22/2014 | Listed for sale | $149,900$57/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,199 +2.9% | $241,388 +4.2% |
| 2024 | $5,054 -26.1% | $231,576 -22% |
| 2023 | $6,843 +8.1% | $296,857 +19.1% |
| 2022 | $6,329 | $249,298 +29.2% |
| 2021 | -- | $193,014 +12.5% |
| 2020 | $4,627 +13.4% | $171,543 +15.3% |
| 2019 | $4,082 +24.5% | $148,818 +2.6% |
| 2018 | $3,278 | $145,040 +14% |
| 2017 | $3,278 +8.7% | $127,216 +4.8% |
| 2016 | $3,016 +85% | $121,358 -0.5% |
| 2015 | $1,631 | $122,028 +50.1% |
| 2014 | $1,631 | $81,277 |
| 2013 | -- | $81,277 +0.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $80,899 +0.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $80,324 +1% |
| 2009 | -- | $79,500 -0.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $80,057 +11.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $71,898 +3.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $69,455 +0.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $69,362 +6.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $65,077 +0.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $64,665 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Cobb Park
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GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Martinez Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Craig Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.8 mi
- 5/10Abilene High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Martinez
- Middle: Craig
- 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
- 79603
- Cobb Park
- 1742 Merchant St
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