Escape to your own private retreat at 197 Elm Wood Drive in Elgin, where peaceful country living meets exceptional space and functionality. Nestled on 2.613 wooded acres, this beautifully designed 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom home offers the perfect balance of privacy, comfort, and versatility, all surrounded by mature trees that create a secluded, park-like setting. Inside, you'll find a thoughtfully designed floor plan featuring a spacious primary suite on the main level, providing both convenience and privacy. The heart of the home is the expansive kitchen, complete with abundant cabinetry, generous counter space, and a large walk-in pantry—ideal for everyday living and effortless entertaining. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the inviting living room, where a cozy fireplace creates the perfect gathering space. Each of the home's generously sized bedrooms offers ample room to unwind, while the bathrooms feature spacious walk-in showers designed with both comfort and style in mind. Upstairs, a versatile loft provides endless possibilities as a home office, media room, game room, or potential fifth bedroom to suit your lifestyle. Step outside and experience your own backyard oasis. The beautifully landscaped grounds surround a sparkling pool, while the expansive covered porch and built-in outdoor grill create the ideal setting for relaxing evenings, weekend gatherings, and year-round entertaining. Car enthusiasts, hobbyists, and those needing additional workspace will appreciate the incredible garage capacity. The attached garage offers 2 parking spaces, while a separate detached garage provides 12 additional garage bays, delivering exceptional storage, workshop potential, or room for recreational vehicles and equipment. Offering the tranquility of country living with thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor spaces, 197 Elm Wood Drive is a rare opportunity to own a private estate that combines comfort, versatility, and endless possibilities.
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Price cut: $25K (8/14)
$925,000
197 Elm Wood Dr, Elgin, TX 78621
4beds
4,036sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2000
2.61 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$229/sqft
$44/mo HOA
What's special
Sparkling poolCozy fireplaceVersatile loftBeautifully landscaped groundsBuilt-in outdoor grillIncredible garage capacitySecluded park-like setting
- 37 days
- 227
- 13
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Edward Flores (512) 529-6515,
Twelve Rivers Realty (512) 588-1453
Source: Unlock MLS,MLS#: 2816082
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Oven(s), Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Multiple Dining Areas, Multiple Living Areas, Natural Woodwork, Pantry, Primary Bedroom on Main, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Blinds
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,036 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 14
- Parking features: See Remarks, Driveway, Garage
- Garage spaces: 14
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Private Yard
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Outdoor Pool
- Fencing: Wire
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 2.61 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Landscaped, Many Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 80004
- Special conditions: Estate
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: See Remarks, Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Common Grounds
- Subdivision: The Arbors At Dogwood Creek
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance
- HOA fee: $532 annually
- HOA name: Goodwin Properties
Location
- Region: Elgin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $229/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $897,297
- Annual tax amount: $17,253
- Date on market: 7/23/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2026 | Price change | $925,000-2.6%$229/sqft |
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| 7/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $950,000$235/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $897,297 -8% |
| 2024 | -- | $975,154 +10% |
| 2023 | -- | $886,504 +10% |
| 2022 | -- | $805,913 +10% |
| 2021 | -- | $732,648 +7.1% |
| 2020 | -- | $683,901 +8.2% |
| 2018 | $10,634 | $632,228 +1% |
| 2017 | $10,634 +1.5% | $626,119 +10% |
| 2016 | $10,479 +0.5% | $569,199 +10% |
| 2015 | $10,427 | $517,454 +5.6% |
| 2014 | $10,427 | $489,801 -2.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $500,327 +5.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $475,749 -3.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $494,405 |
| 2009 | -- | $494,405 +0.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $490,777 +4.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $470,586 +32.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $356,136 |
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Neighborhood: 78621
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Booker T Washington
- Middle: Elgin
- High: Elgin
- District: Elgin ISD
Source: Unlock MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





