For sale

Price cut: $5K (8/13)

$199,000

8503 E County Road 5500, Idalou, TX 79329

3beds

1,987sqft

$1,463/mo

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Single Family Residence, Residential

Built in 1940

1 Acres Lot

$200,100 Zestimate^®

$100/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Escape to peaceful country living in this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offering 1,987 sq. ft. on 1 acre in Idalou! Complete with a 2-car carport, this well-maintained property blends rural charm with modern updates, featuring a new A/C unit, metal roof, tankless water heater, fresh attic insulation, and a private water well and septic system. Inside, you'll find fresh paint and new flooring in the kitchen, new flooring in the living room, and a beautiful brick fireplace that creates a warm, inviting gathering space. Outside, the workshop provides plenty of room for projects, hobbies, or extra storage. Plus, this property qualifies for USDA financing, making it eligible for $0 down payment for qualified buyers. Enjoy the space, privacy, and freedom of country living while still being just minutes from town. Let's Go See It!!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Features: Carpet Flooring
Area: 273.42 Square Feet
Dimensions: 18.60 x 14.70

Bedroom 1

Area: 199.8 Square Feet
Dimensions: 14.80 x 13.50

Bedroom 2

Area: 164.7 Square Feet
Dimensions: 13.50 x 12.20

Primary bathroom

Features: Vinyl Flooring
Area: 55.5 Square Feet
Dimensions: 7.50 x 7.40

Den

Area: 170.1 Square Feet
Dimensions: 13.50 x 12.60

Kitchen

Features: Pantry
Area: 156 Square Feet
Dimensions: 13.00 x 12.00

Laundry

Area: 57.75 Square Feet
Dimensions: 7.50 x 7.70

Living room

Area: 243.36 Square Feet
Dimensions: 15.60 x 15.60

Office

Area: 73.1 Square Feet
Dimensions: 8.50 x 8.60

Heating

Central, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup

Features

Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Formica Counters, His and Hers Closets, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Carpet, Combination, Linoleum, Plank
Doors: Storm Door(s)
Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Living Room, Raised Hearth, Wood Burning

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,987
Total interior livable area: 1,987 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,987

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Additional Parking, Carport, Circular Driveway, Covered, Detached Carport, Driveway, Paved, RV Access/Parking
Carport spaces: 2
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Patio & porch: Front Porch
Exterior features: Storage
Has view: Yes

Lot

Size: 1 Acres
Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Many Trees, Views, Wooded

Details

Additional structures: Shed(s), Storage
Parcel number: R129759
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Traditional
Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential

Materials

Other
Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
Roof: Metal

Condition

Updated/Remodeled
New construction: No
Year built: 1940

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
Water: Private, Well
Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Propane

Community & HOA

Community

Security: None

Location

Region: Idalou

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $100/sqft
Tax assessed value: $93,909
Annual tax amount: $1,341
Date on market: 8/13/2026
Cumulative days on market: 49 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
Electric utility on property: Yes
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$200,100

$190,000 - $210,000

$1,880/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/13/2026	Price change	$199,000-2.5%$100/sqft
Source: LBMLS #202611298 Report a problem
6/26/2026	Listed for sale	$204,000+10.3%$103/sqft
Source: LBMLS #202608787 Report a problem
10/25/2024	Sold	--
Source: LBMLS #202413053 Report a problem
9/30/2024	Pending sale	$185,000$93/sqft
Source: LBMLS #202413053 Report a problem
9/12/2024	Listed for sale	$185,000+5.7%$93/sqft
Source: LBMLS #202413053 Report a problem
8/13/2024	Listing removed	$175,000$88/sqft
Source: LBMLS #202407593 Report a problem
6/5/2024	Price change	$175,000+9.4%$88/sqft
Source: LBMLS #202407593 Report a problem
5/30/2024	Listed for sale	$160,000$81/sqft
Source: LBMLS #202407593 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,341 +21.9%	$93,909 +22.7%
2024	$1,100 -9.5%	$76,552
2023	$1,216 +10.7%	$76,552 +13.9%
2022	$1,098 +5.5%	$67,209 +14%
2021	$1,041 +0.9%	$58,958
2020	$1,032 +735.7%	$58,958
2019	$124 +7.7%	$58,958 +22.6%
2018	$115	$48,082 +10%
2017	$115 -56.2%	$43,711
2016	$262	$43,711 +1.2%
2015	$262	$43,192 +1%
2014	$262	$42,775 +10%
2013	--	$38,886
2012	--	$38,886
2011	--	$38,886
2010	--	$38,886
2009	--	$38,886 -4.4%
2008	--	$40,680 -5%
2007	--	$42,816 +9.8%
2006	--	$38,998
2005	--	$38,998
2004	--	$38,998
2003	--	$38,998 +22%
2002	$570 +38.5%	$31,965 +38.1%
2001	$412 -1.1%	$23,140
2000	$416	$23,140