17,002 Private Road 703 Merkel, TX 79536 12.33 Acres 4 Bed 2 Bath 2,304 Sq. Ft. Escape to the peace and privacy of country living with this beautiful 12.33-acre property located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac near Merkel, Tx. Conveniently located just outside of Abilene & close to the growing data center developments, this property offers the perfect combination of accessibility, seclusion, & wide-open Texas views. The well-maintained 2008 doublewide mobile home offers approx 2304 square feet of living space and is in excellent condition. Inside, you’ll find an inviting open-concept layout with a spacious living room, dining area, and large kitchen designed for both entertaining and everyday comfort. Large windows provide abundant natural light and showcase beautiful views overlooking the acreage from the dining room and oversized covered back porch. The spacious living room features a cozy wood-burning fireplace, while the kitchen offers ample cabinetry, workspace, and room for gathering. A separate bonus room currently used as a music room would also make an ideal office, study, playroom, or hobby space. The large primary suite includes a spacious bedroom, oversized closet, and an attractive master bath complete with dual sinks, a separate shower, & a relaxing sunken tub. The additional bedrooms are all generously sized with plenty of room for family or guests. Outside, the property is fenced and relatively level with a nice mix of cleared areas and native mesquite flats that attract wildlife and provide excellent habitat for game. The land is ideal for recreation, animals, or simply enjoying the quiet country atmosphere. The home is surrounded by cleared yard space with a nice circular driveway, covered front porch, and large covered back porch perfect for enjoying sunsets and peaceful evenings. If you’re looking for a private and secluded property with room to roam while still being conveniently close to Abilene, this one is a must-see.
ManufacturedProperty Type
2008Year Built
12.33 acresLot Size
$109Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Teresa Lee• Stephens Ranch Hand Real Estate
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Public record
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Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 2025.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Carport Spaces: 0
Covered Spaces: 0
Parking Features: Additional Parking, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Open
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 4
Fireplace Information
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Heating: Central, Propane
Interior Features
Room Count: 8
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave
Number Of Living Areas: 1
Number Of Dining Areas: 2
Living Area: 2304.00
Levels: One
Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum
Interior Features: Decorative Lighting, Eat-in Kitchen, High Speed Internet Available, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Window Features: Window Coverings
Laundry Features
Laundry Features: Utility Room, Full Size W/D Area
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: 1
Room Dimensions: 14 x 11
Room Length: 14.00
Room Width: 11.00
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: 1
Room Dimensions: 10 x 10
Room Length: 10.00
Room Width: 10.00
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Level: 1
Built-in Cabinets, Kitchen Island
Room Dimensions: 16 x 14
Room Length: 16.00
Room Width: 14.00
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: 1
Room Features: Fireplace
Room Dimensions: 17 x 14
Room Length: 17.00
Room Width: 14.00
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedrm
Room Level: 1
Room Features: Custom Closet System, Dual Sinks, Ensuite Bath, Garden Tub, Separate Shower
Room Dimensions: 15 x 14
Room Length: 15.00
Room Width: 14.00
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: 1
Room Features: Separate Utility Room
Room Dimensions: 1 x 1
Room Length: 1.00
Room Width: 1.00
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: 1
Room Dimensions: 14 x 11
Room Length: 14.00
Room Width: 11.00
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Room Level: 1
Room Dimensions: 10 x 8
Room Length: 10.00
Room Width: 8.00
Exterior
Building Information
Roof: Metal
Construction Materials: Fiber Cement
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Exterior Features
Fencing: Barbed Wire, Net
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck
Farm Information
Horse Permitted YN: Yes
Land Information
Vegetation: Grassed
Lot Information
Easements: Utilities
Lot Features: Acreage, Cleared, Mesquite, Pasture
Lot Size: 10 to < 50 Acres
Lot Size Acres: 12.3300
Lot Size Area: 12.3300
Lot Size Square Feet: 537094.8000
Lot Size Units: Acres
Parcel Number: 19072
RATIO List Price By Lot Size Acr: 20275.75020
Will Subdivide: Subdivided
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Manufactured Home
Accessibility Features: Accessible Approach with Ramp
Accessibility Features YN: Yes
Property Attached YN: No
Multi Parcel IDYN: No
Property Key: 48253|R19072|1|74254803
Property Match: Address
US Property MUI: 403139262
Building Information
Year Built: 2008
Year Built Details: Preowned
Smart Home Features Appor Pass Y: No
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Loan Type: Treat As Clear
Second Mortgage YN: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Municipal Utility District YN: No
Utilities: All Weather Road, Co-op Electric, Electricity Connected, Septic
Location
HOA Information
Association Type: None
School Information
Elementary School: Merkel
Elementary School Name: Merkel
High School Name: Merkel
Middle School Name: Merkel
School District: Merkel ISD
Location Information
County Or Parish: Jones
Country: United States
Directions: Go north on Fm 707 from I-20 about 6.5 miles to CR 414. turn (left) west the approx 1.5 miles turn south (left) home is at the end of the road
Latitude: 32.52731500
Longitude: -99.92240300
Geocode Confidence: High
Subdivision Name: unknown
Public facts
Beds: —
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Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Taylor County
APN: —
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 30, 2025
Other
Green Verification Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 325-646-1229
List Source Original: Matrix
Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing Id: 21272399
Listing Key Numeric: 562104896
Mls Status: Closed
Previous Status: Pending
Originating System Name: North Texas Real Estate Information Systems
Photos Count: 40
Possession: Closing/Funding
Seller Contributions: 0
Special Listing Conditions: Standard
Special Notes: Aerial Photo
Standard Status: Closed
Third Party Assistance Program Y: No
Transaction Type: For Sale
Listing Date Information
Days On Market: 11
Cumulative Days On Market: 11
Close Date: 2026-07-10
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-05-24
Expiration Date Option: 2026-05-31
Listing Contract Date: 2026-05-13
Off Market Date: 2026-05-24
Price Change Timestamp: 2026-05-15T16:17:01.947
Status Change Timestamp: 2026-09-18T10:43:47.480
Listing Price Information
Original List Price: 250000.00
List Price: 250000.00
RATIO Close Price By Lot Size Ac: 18248.17518
RATIO Current Price By Lot Size: 18248.17518
Around this home
Schools
Merkel Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 7.1mi
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Merkel Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.9mi
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Merkel High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.3mi
5/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 105° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
21% 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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Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Merkel. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.