1517 County Road 353 #B, Merkel TX, 79536
(Active)
$1,097,000
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4 beds, 3 Full baths, 5,177 sqft
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MLS# 20484913
Last Updated: 5/5/2024 2:10 PM
Description for
1517 County Road 353 #B
Merkel, TX 79536
A rare gem is found in the 136 acres of sprawling hills & canyons of the Lightening Ranch. Find peace & serenity in this nearly untouched slice of Texas paradise. Property has been preserved to maximize the earths offerings with 20 acres of cultivation, water well with 3000 gal tank & irrigates over 1 acre of high fenced gardens for self sustained food source. A green house structure overlooks approx 350 yard gun range that's tucked aways between canyons for ultimate privacy. Ideal for gathering, retreat venue or hunters camp, property boasts near 3600 sqft home built with steal I beam & insulated block, full storm shelter & situated upon a 360 degree panoramic view site + firepit & views for miles. 4 car garage & workshop house farm implements & tools. Two earth built huts with utilities & are located near RV & HIP Camp sites. A serene walk from main home is a 1600 sqft off grid home & garage built with recycled materials, full solar & rain water fed cistern. Sustained living awaits!
Price
$1,097,000
Taylor
4
3 Full
5,177 (approx)
20484913
Active
Description
A rare gem is found in the 136 acres of sprawling hills & canyons of the Lightening Ranch. Find peace & serenity in this nearly untouched slice of Texas paradise. Property has been preserved to maximize the earths offerings with 20 acres of cultivation, water well with 3000 gal tank & irrigates over 1 acre of high fenced gardens for self sustained food source. A green house structure overlooks approx 350 yard gun range that's tucked aways between canyons for ultimate privacy. Ideal for gathering, retreat venue or hunters camp, property boasts near 3600 sqft home built with steal I beam & insulated block, full storm shelter & situated upon a 360 degree panoramic view site + firepit & views for miles. 4 car garage & workshop house farm implements & tools. Two earth built huts with utilities & are located near RV & HIP Camp sites. A serene walk from main home is a 1600 sqft off grid home & garage built with recycled materials, full solar & rain water fed cistern. Sustained living awaits!
Listing Information
| Property Type: Farm, Ranch, Ranch, Traditional, 1 Story | ||
| 4 | 3 Full | |
| 3 | 135.57 Acres | 5,177 (approx) |
| 2001 | Yes-5 spaces | 1 |
Block, Slab
Well
Septic Tank
Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Propane
Neighborhood
School Information
| District: Merkel ISD | ||
| Merkel | Merkel | Merkel |
Room Information
| Bathrooms | |||
| 3 | |||
Fireplace
Washer Hookup
Interior Features
Dishwasher, Disposal
Concrete, Combination
Central Air, Heat Pump
Solar, Propane, Wood,
Heat Pump, Stove, Central, Fireplace
Guest House
Window Coverings
2,
Decorative, Free Standing, Living Room, Wood Burning
Construction
Smoke Detector(s)
Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Chandelier
Exterior / Lot Features
5 Garage Spaces,
Additional Parking, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, RV Access/Parking, Workshop in Garage, Other
Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Metal
Fire Pit, Lighting, RV Hookup, Storage,
Cleared, Wooded, Agricultural
Community Features
Smoke Detector(s)
Driving Directions
From Merkel, FM 126, south to CR 360 & FM 1235, west on CR 353, "Lightening Ranch" sign will be on north side of road. GPS will take you straight there.
Financial Considerations
| 102297 |
| $7,005 |
Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan
Listing Price History
Merkel Real Estate
Merkel is located in Texas. Merkel, Texas 79536 has a population of 2,709.
The median household income in Merkel, Texas 79536 is $55,000. The median household income for the surrounding county is $56,759 compared to the national median of $66,222. The median age of people living in Merkel 79536 is 35 years.
Data provided below are primarily sourced from Public Records data.
Nearby Recent Sales (Sourced from Public Records)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4/18/2024 | Active | $1,097,000 USD -0.27% |
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| 2/27/2024 | Active | $1,100,000 USD -12.00% |
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| 12/1/2023 | Active | $1,250,000 USD |
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Tax History (Sourced from Public Records)
| year | Property Taxes | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $7,005 USD | -2.26% | $496,084 USD | - |
| 2022 | $7,167 USD | 6.15% | $496,084 USD | 13.15% |
| 2021 | $6,752 USD | 7.40% | $438,433 USD | 14.85% |
| 2020 | $6,287 USD | 114.06% | $381,748 USD | 102.80% |
| 2013 | $2,937 USD | - | $188,240 USD | - |