**Private Artist's Compound on 5.5 Acres Near Texas State University** This secluded sanctuary offers both living and working spaces, perfect for those seeking creativity, community, and tranquility.
The 3 bedroom 2 bath main home features a beautiful stone exterior, vaulted wood & beamed ceilings, and a floor-to-ceiling stone hearth fireplace. The leaded glass bay windows and artistic touches add unique charm. The 2nd floor spacious primary bedroom includes a large walk-in closet, attached bath with garden tub & separate shower, & a large balcony with beautiful Hill Country views.
An attached art studio, equipped with its own electrical panel and mini-split A/C was previously used as a ceramics studio. The detached apartment includes living and office areas, a kitchen with custom backsplash, additional utility sink, washer/dryer hookups, separate bedroom, spray foam insulation, & attached 3 car carport with 50 amp outlet.
A massive 30' x 60' workshop offers the true live/work experience: including a separate office, large loft, multiple storage areas, double-height ceilings, 12'x12' roll-up door, 21' x 47' lean-to, & 11' x 35' porch. The workshop is equipped with multiple 220 outlets and 12.6 kW of solar panels. There is an adjacent covered RV port with full hook-ups.
A 320 volt feed with two 200 amp service panels services the property.
For gardeners: the property includes 3 rainwater harvesting tanks with a total capacity of 7,500 gallons, round custom-welded metal raised garden beds, and a chicken coop with runs. An above-ground pool provides a perfect spot to cool off. Much of the property is fenced and accessible from both Merrywood Ln and Hilliard Rd.
10 minutes to Texas State University, the gorgeous spring-fed San Marcos River, and wonderful downtown San Marcos, and only 4 minutes to Eye of the Dog Art Center- this property offers endless possibilities for creative working and living.
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229 Merrywood Ln, San Marcos, TX 78666
4beds
3,523sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1986
5.52 Acres Lot
$734,400 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$2,666 Estimated rent
Home value
$734,400
$683,000 - $793,000
$2,666/mo
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Listed by:
Gabrielle Moore (512)353-1776,
Century 21 Randall Morris & As
Bought with:
Mary K. Ponce, TREC #0722626
Horizon Realty
Source: Central Texas MLS,MLS#: 549806
Originating MLS: Four Rivers Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Four Rivers Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Central, Multiple Heating Units, Other, See Remarks
Cooling
- Central Air, Other, See Remarks, 3+ Units
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Exhaust Fan, Multiple Water Heaters, Some Electric Appliances, Built-In Oven
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Garden Tub/Roman Tub, High Ceilings, Home Office, Kitchen/Dining Combo, Multiple Living Areas, Multiple Dining Areas, Separate Shower, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Breakfast Area, Custom Cabinets, Granite Counters
- Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Ceramic Tile
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Attic: Storage Only
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Circulating, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,523 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Carport, Detached Carport, Oversized, RV Access/Parking
- Carport spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony, Covered, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony, Covered Patio, Porch, Private Yard
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Above Ground, Private
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Body of water: None
Lot
- Size: 5.52 Acres
- Residential vegetation: Heavily Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Parcel number: R46244 & R46245
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary/Modern,Hill Country
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone Veneer, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1986
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Above Ground Utilities, Electricity Available
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
- Construction elements: Conserving Methods
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Valley View Sub
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: San Marcos
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $538,682
- Date on market: 7/12/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 20 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/27/2024 | Sold | -- |
Source:  Central Texas MLS #549806 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2024 | Pending sale | $750,000$213/sqft |
Source: Central Texas MLS #549806 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2024 | Contingent | $750,000$213/sqft |
Source:  LERA MLS #1792623 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $750,000+130.4%$213/sqft |
Source: LERA MLS #1792623 Report a problem | ||
| 1/3/2010 | Listing removed | $325,500$92/sqft |
Source: Stanberry and Associates #5571730 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2009 | Price change | $325,500-4%$92/sqft |
Source: Stanberry and Associates #5571730 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2009 | Price change | $339,000-2.9%$96/sqft |
Source: Stanberry and Associates #5571730 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2009 | Listed for sale | $349,000$99/sqft |
Source: Stanberry and Associates #5571730 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $538,682 +16.8% |
| 2024 | $5,825 +17.9% | $461,033 +10% |
| 2023 | $4,939 -9.9% | $419,121 +10% |
| 2022 | $5,479 -0.1% | $381,019 |
| 2021 | $5,485 +7.3% | -- |
| 2020 | $5,111 -3.7% | $307,190 +3% |
| 2019 | $5,306 -1.2% | $298,180 +4.2% |
| 2018 | $5,369 +3.5% | $286,160 +3.8% |
| 2017 | $5,189 +9.5% | $275,660 +6.4% |
| 2016 | $4,738 +13.6% | $259,140 +6% |
| 2015 | $4,172 | $244,541 +10% |
| 2014 | $4,172 | $222,310 +2.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $216,300 |
| 2012 | -- | $216,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $216,300 |
| 2010 | -- | $216,300 -1.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $219,300 +2.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $213,300 +5.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $202,780 +4.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $193,790 +3.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $186,850 +1.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $183,850 -2.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $187,900 +6.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $176,710 +7.4% |
| 2000 | -- | $164,600 |
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Neighborhood: 78666
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GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Travis Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 3.6 mi
- 5/10Miller Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.8 mi
- 4/10San Marcos High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Travis Elementary
- Middle: Owen Goodnight Middle School
- High: San Marcos High School
- District: San Marcos Cisd
Source: Central Texas MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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