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#20823165, Tonya Harbin, Listing Office: Real Broker, LLC.
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1742 Merchant St Abilene, TX 79603
$255,000 List price
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4 beds
3 full
2,608 sqft
0.5 acres
$98 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1742 Merchant St
Welcome to this beautiful 1930s home across the street from the historic Swenson House. This home is full of charm and detail including hardwood floors, two stone fireplaces, gourmet kitchen, and two dining areas to name a few. The main home is a 3 bed 2 bath home. The main home features a beautiful wraparound porch and a large covered porch in the back, perfect for entertaining. The oversized yard has lots of room for playing, and plenty of storage. The apartment is a 1 bed 1 bath with 1living area. This has been a very popular short term rental property. Furnishings and appliances are available for purchase and negotiable.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric, Natural Gas
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)
(Pending)
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
Size2,608 sqft
Lot size0.482 Acres
Year built1930
ParkingAttached Carport, Additional Parking
MLS #20698852
FireplaceGas, Gas Log, Wood Burning
Summary
- MLS Number: 20698852
- MLS Name: NTR
- Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HS Stovall
- Office Phone: (325) 691-1410
- Listing Agent: Rebecca Huff
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Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $296,857 | $6,842 |
| 2022 | $249,298 | $6,329 |
| 2021 | $193,014 | $4,627 |
| 2020 | $171,543 | $4,627 |
| 2019 | $148,818 | $3,747 |
| 2018 | $145,040 | $3,747 |
| 2017 | $127,216 | $3,277 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Martinez Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.4 mi
•1250 Merchant St
2
Ortiz Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•2550 Vogel St
3
Purcell Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.6 mi
•3633 N 14th St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $23,209. The majority of Abilene, TX residents have income less than $<35k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
65%
<35k
29%
35k-100k
6%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
43%
Single, No Kids
18%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
18%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
20%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NHRA Drag Racing
Mexican League Soccer
Pro Boxing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Big Lots
Burlington
Family Dollar
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Golden Corral
Church's Chicken
White Castle
What do the neighbors drive?
Kia
Chevrolet
Buick
What do the neighbors listen to?
Adult Standards
Urban Adult Contemporary
Rock
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Frequently asked questions
About 1742 Merchant St
This home is located at 1742 Merchant St in Abilene, TX and zip code 79603 in the Cobb Park neighborhood. This 2,608 square foot home, which was built in 1930, sits on a 0.48 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since August 10, 2024 and is currently priced at $255,000.
The inventory of homes for sale in Abilene, TX between December and January 2025 increased by 6.7%. In January 2025, listings were on the market for 96 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $248,484.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.