• 1517 County Road 353 #B Merkel, Texas 79536

  • $1,097,000
  • 5,177
    Sq Ft
  • 135.565
    Acres

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!

Property Type :

Residential

County :

Taylor

Style :

Residential

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Property Details

 

Bedroom Information

Total Bedrooms : 4

Window Features: Window Coverings

Bathroom Information

Total Baths: 3

Full Baths: 3

Half Baths: 0

Interior Features

Built-in Features,Cable TV Available,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Chandelier,Decorative Lighting

Appliances

Dishwasher,Disposal

Utilities

Cable Available,Co-op Electric,Co-op Water,Electricity Connected,Gravel/Rock,Outside City Limits,Private Sewer,Propane,Rural Water District,Septic,Well

Cooling Features

Central Air,Heat Pump

Energy

Green Energy: 12 inch+ Attic Insulation,Construction,Drought Tolerant Plants,Low Flow Commode,Rain Water Catchment,Solar Electric System,Solar Electric System - Owned,Solar Hot Water

Heating Source

Central,Fireplace(s),Heat Pump,Propane,Solar,Wood Stove

Fireplace

Number of Fireplaces: 2

Fireplace Features: Decorative,Freestanding,Living Room,Wood Burning

Building Information

Built Year: 2001

Roof Type: Metal,Other

Exterior Features

Covered Patio/Porch,Fire Pit,Garden(s),Lighting,RV Hookup,RV/Boat Parking,Storage

Foundation

Block,Slab

Security Features

Smoke Detector(s)

Laundry Features

Utility Room,Full Size W/D Area,Washer Hookup

Patio And Porch

Covered,Front Porch,Rear Porch

Fencing

Cross Fenced,Metal,Partial Cross,Wire

Lot Information

Lot Size (Acr): 135.5650

Lot Size Units: Acres

Lot Size Square Feet: 5905211.4000

Lot Size Source: Owner

Lot Features: Acreage,Agricultural

Property Information

SQ ft (Living Area): 5,177

Property Type: Residential

Property Sub Type: Farm/Ranch

Architectural Style: Ranch,Traditional

City: Merkel

State: Texas

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.

Property Status: Active

Levels: One

Property Age: 23

Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment

Listing Price Information

Original List Price: $1,097,000

List Price Tot SqFt: $212

Listing Information

Possession: Closing/Funding

Tax Information

Parcel Number: 102297

Tax Block: 9

Tax Legal Description: A1608 SUR 10 S P RY CO, BLOCK 9, ACRES 134.47

Unexempt Taxes: $7,005

Parking Information

Has Garage

Garage Space: 5

Carport Spaces: 0

Parking Features: Additional Parking,Driveway,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Oversized,RV Access/Parking,Workshop in Garage,Other

Homeowners Association Information

HOA Type: None

School Information

Elementary School: Merkel

Middle School: Merkel

High School: Merkel

School District: Merkel ISD

Utility Information

Utilities: Cable Available,Co-op Electric,Co-op Water,Electricity Connected,Gravel/Rock,Outside City Limits,Private Sewer,Propane,Rural Water District,Septic,Well

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

Nearby Home Value

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306 Lamar, Merkel, TX,79536 $45,000 -- -- -- 0.334 Acre
303 County Road 644, Merkel, TX,79536 $32,500 -- -- -- 2.604 Acres
1596 County Road 409, Merkel, TX,79536 $820,000 -- -- -- 183.4 Acres
TBD County Rd 379, Merkel, TX,79536 $449,950 -- -- -- 100 Acres
LOT 2 Cr 432, Merkel, TX,79536 $35,000 -- -- -- 1.9 Acres
TBD Cr 455, Merkel, TX,79536 $89,900 -- -- -- 8.632 Acres
906 Orange, Merkel, TX,79536 $32,500 3 2 1,260 0.566 Acre
TBD Fm 703, Merkel, TX,79536 $110,000 -- -- -- 9.18 Acres
8033 County Road 415, Merkel, TX,79536 $525,000 4 2 1,748 131.996 Acres
1501 Marion Street, Merkel, TX,79536 $185,000 3 2 1,200 0.5 Acre
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ByOwner last updated this listing 05/10/2024 @ 01:20

MLS: 433987161
LISTED BY: Kristi Andrew, Abilene Group Premier Real Estate Advisors LLC
SOURCE: NTREIS - North Texas Real Estate Information
Buyer Agency Compensation: 3%
Buyer Agency Description: The listing broker's offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed and if applicable, to participants of reciprocating MLS's as set forth in Association/MLS reciprocal agreements.

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