CUTE CUTE CUTE. If you are looking for a starter home, this is it. This 2 bed 1 bath home had been completely remolded in 2017. An open and clean modern feel on the interior, with cool gray contrasting against a gorgeous dark wood beam and dark flooring. All stainless steel appliances less than 12 months old and farmhouse style light decor with bright white cabinets in the kitchen to compliment. Large backyard with a concrete slab ready for a shop to be built on, and a great sturdy privacy fence less than 12 months old. WONT LAST LONG!
Single-familyProperty Type
1935Year Built
7,231 sq ftLot Size
$146Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Brandi Smith Smith• Remax Of Abilene
Listed by Chloe Dillard
Bought with Alanna Ward• Berkshire Hathaway HS Stovall
Talk about move in ready! This home is a Totally CUTE ! Two bedroom one bath home that is all remodeled. Electrical, Plumbing, Roof, sheetrock, floors and cabinets, and so much more!! The perfect starter home for anyone. Do you need to downsize? This home is just amazing. Come on out and take a look! This home remodel was a labor of love and it SHOWS ! You won't want to pass this one up!
Public Records
Feb 4, 2014
Sold
*
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,598 (+10.0%)
2025
$1,453 (+10.3%)
2024
$1,317 (−22.6%)
$1,450 + $65,791
$67,241
2023
$1,701 (−2.9%)
2022
$1,751 (+3.2%)
2021
$1,697 (+6.7%)
2020
$1,589 (+3.7%)
$1,450 + $63,464
$64,914
2019
$1,532 (+14.0%)
$1,450 + $60,338
$61,788
2018
$1,344 (+10.2%)
$1,450 + $51,728
$53,178
2017
$1,219 (+555.6%)
$1,450 + $45,684
$47,134
2016
$186 (+12.0%)
$1,450 + $45,684
$47,134
2015
$166 (−61.9%)
$1,450 + $6,292
$7,742
2014
$436
$1,450 + $16,528
$17,978
Tax history for 503 Edwards
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,598 (+10.0%)
2025
$1,453 (+10.3%)
2024
$1,317 (−22.6%)
$1,450 + $65,791
$67,241
2023
$1,701 (−2.9%)
2022
$1,751 (+3.2%)
2021
$1,697 (+6.7%)
2020
$1,589 (+3.7%)
$1,450 + $63,464
$64,914
2019
$1,532 (+14.0%)
$1,450 + $60,338
$61,788
2018
$1,344 (+10.2%)
$1,450 + $51,728
$53,178
2017
$1,219 (+555.6%)
$1,450 + $45,684
$47,134
2016
$186 (+12.0%)
$1,450 + $45,684
$47,134
2015
$166 (−61.9%)
$1,450 + $6,292
$7,742
2014
$436
$1,450 + $16,528
$17,978
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
145 ft.
Lot size
7,250 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
780
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Taylor County
APN
000000034117
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Carport Spaces: 0
Covered Spaces: 0
Open Parking Spaces: 0
Parking Features: Open
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces: 0
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 2
Fireplace Information
Fireplaces Total: 0
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Other, Window Unit(s)
Heating: Central, Electric, Other
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven
Number Of Living Areas: 1
Number Of Dining Areas: 1
Living Area: 780.00
Levels: One
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
Interior Features: Cable TV Available, Central Vacuum, Decorative Lighting, High Speed Internet Available
Window Features: Window Coverings
Exterior
Building Information
Roof: Composition
Construction Materials: Rock/Stone, Wood
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Exterior Features
Fencing: Wood
Farm Information
Barns Count: 0
Land Information
Soil Type: Unknown
Lot Information
Lot Features: Few Trees, Lrg. Backyard Grass
Lot Size: Less Than .5 Acre (not Zero)
Lot Size Acres: 0.1660
Lot Size Area: 0.1660
Lot Size Square Feet: 7230.9600
Lot Size Units: Acres
Parcel Number: 34117
RATIO List Price By Lot Size Acr: 373493.97590
Will Subdivide: No
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Accessibility Features YN: No
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Property Attached YN: No
Multi Parcel IDYN: No
Property Key: 48441|34117|1|75149151
Property Match: APN
US Property MUI: 401742590
Building Information
Building Area Total: 780.00
Year Built: 1935
Year Built Details: Preowned
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Block: 22
Tax Legal Description: COLLEGE OF MERKEL, BLOCK 22, LOT 5
Tax Lot: 5
Unexempt Taxes: 1375
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: USDA
Loan Type: Treat As Clear
Second Mortgage YN: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Municipal Utility District YN: Yes
Utilities: City Sewer, City Water, MUD Water
Energy Efficiency Features
Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, Windows
Location
HOA Information
Association Type: None
School Information
Elementary School: Merkel
Elementary School Name: Merkel
High School: Merkel
High School Name: Merkel
Intermediate School Name: Merkel
Middle Or Junior School: Merkel
Middle School Name: Merkel
School District: Merkel ISD
Location Information
County Or Parish: Taylor
Directions: On I20W take exit 269 toward FM-126, left onto FM 126, left onto N 6th St, Right onto Edwards
Latitude: 32.47483900
Longitude: -100.01100700
Subdivision Name: College Of Merkel
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 780
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,250 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: —
County: Taylor County
APN: 000000034117
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Doc Box Num Mls Documents: 3
Doc Box Num Private Documents: 0
Doc Box Num Public Documents: 0
Green Verification Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Listing Information
DOCBOX GUID: D5B27541-0AB2-4FDB-BBE0-3F100BCDDFAA
Exclusions: FRIDGE, WASHER & DRYER
Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing Id: 13905760
Listing Key Numeric: 82438811
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan
Mls Status: Closed
Originating System Name: North Texas Real Estate Information Systems
Photos Count: 22
Possession: Closing/Funding
Seller Contributions: 1500
Special Listing Conditions: Standard
Special Notes: Survey Available
Standard Status: Closed
Third Party Assistance Program Y: Yes
Transaction Type: For Sale
Listing Date Information
Days On Market: 6
Cumulative Days On Market: 6
Close Date: 2018-09-28
Purchase Contract Date: 2018-08-09
Expiration Date Option: 2018-08-17
Listing Contract Date: 2018-08-03
Off Market Date: 2018-08-09
Status Change Timestamp: 2018-09-28T12:17:40.027
Listing Price Information
Original List Price: 62000.00
List Price: 62000.00
RATIO Close Price By Lot Size Ac: 373493.97590
RATIO Current Price By Lot Size: 373493.97590
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Schools
Merkel Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
6/10
Merkel Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
6/10
Merkel High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 105° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
13% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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