Property Attributes
- MLS#20484913
- TypeSingle Family
- CountyTAYLOR
- CityMerkel
- Zip79536
- StyleRanch,Traditional
- Year Built2001
- Taxes$ 7005
- Price$ 1,097,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage5177
- Lot Size135.565 Acres
Data Source:
North Texas Real Estate Info Systems (NTREIS)
Property 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!
Elementary School |
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Merkel Elementary School |
Price History | |
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12/1/2023 | Listed $1,250,000 |
2/28/2024 | 12% - $1,100,000 |
4/18/2024 | 1% - $1,097,000 |
General Features
Heating | Central,Fireplace(s),Heat Pump,Propane,Solar,Wood Stove |
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Cooling | Central Air,Heat Pump |
Utilities | Cable Available,Co-op Electric,Co-op Water,Electricity Connected,Gravel/Rock,Outside City Limits,Private Sewer,Propane,Rural Water District,Septic,Well |
Possession | Closing/Funding |
Roof | Metal,Other |
Appliances | Dishwasher,Disposal |
Number of Garage Spaces | 5 |
School District | Merkel ISD |
Year Built | 2001 |
Architctural Style | Ranch,Traditional |
Levels | One |
Unexempt Taxes | 7005 |
Will Subdivide | No |
Unit Number | B |
Property SubType | Farm/Ranch |
Transaction Type | For Sale |
Occupant Type | Owner |
County | Taylor |
Property Type | Residential |
Security Features | Smoke Detector(s) |
HOA Type | None |
Green Energy Efficient | 12 inch+ Attic Insulation,Construction,Drought Tolerant Plants,Low Flow Commode,Rain Water Catchment,Solar Electric System,Solar Electric System - Owned,Solar Hot Water |
Special Notes | Aerial Photo |
Green Landscaping | Native Landscape,Rain Water Harvesting,Veg. (Productive) Garden |
Status | Active |
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. |
City | Merkel |
Buyer Agent Compensation | 3% |
Other Equipment | Irrigation Equipment |
Elementary School Name | Merkel |
High School | Merkel |
Street Name | County Road 353 |
Green Water Conservation | Gray Water System,Water Recycling,Water-Smart Landscaping |
Green Sustainability | Conserving Methods,Recyclable Materials,Recycled Materials,Salvaged Materials |
Green Energy Generation | Solar |
Elementary School | Merkel |
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/ntreis/20484913 |
Standard Status | Active |
Buyer Agent Compensation Type | % |
Interior Features
Interior Features | Built-in Features,Cable TV Available,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Chandelier,Decorative Lighting |
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Flooring | Combination,Concrete |
Fireplace Features | Decorative,Freestanding,Living Room,Wood Burning |
Fireplaces Total | 2 |
Dining Areas | 2 |
Living Areas | 2 |
Room Count | 3 |
Full Baths | 3 |
Lock Box Type | None |
Total Bedrooms | 4 |
Total Baths | 3 |
Window Features | Window Coverings |
Laundry Features | Utility Room,Full Size W/D Area,Washer Hookup |
Exterior Features
Exterior Features | Covered Patio/Porch,Fire Pit,Garden(s),Lighting,RV Hookup,RV/Boat Parking,Storage |
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Lot Features | Acreage,Agricultural |
Vegetation | Brush,Cleared,Wooded |
Fencing | Cross Fenced,Metal,Partial Cross,Wire |
Soil Type | Clay,Sandy Loam |
Other Structures | Bunk House,Garage(s),Greenhouse,Guest House,Hunters Cabin,Outbuilding,Poultry Coop,RV/Boat Storage,Second Garage,Second Residence,See Remarks,Shed(s),Storage,Workshop w/Electric |
Lot Size Source | Owner |
Parking Features | Additional Parking,Driveway,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Oversized,RV Access/Parking,Workshop in Garage,Other |
Lot Size | Over 100 Acres |
Covered Spaces | 5 |
Foundation | Block,Slab |
Lot Size Area | 135.5650 |
Lot Size Units | Acres |
Structural Style | Farm/Ranch House,Single Detached,Underground |
Garage Y/N | Yes |
Lot Size Square Feet | 5905211.4000 |
Lot Size Acres | 135.5650 |
Patio And Porch Features | Covered,Front Porch,Rear Porch |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool