#9115851, Sheila Cates, Listing office: Rainey Real Estate
$575,000 List price
194 Balch Rd Elgin, TX 78621
3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,214 sqft
5.3 acres
$260 / sqft
House
Property details
About 194 Balch Rd
$75,000 PRICE DECREASE FOR QUICK SALE. Large master bedroom has a walk-in closet with a built-in dresser. The master bedroom comes with a king size bed with newer Purple3 mattress and two wardrobes. Master bathroom has a soaking tub and walk-in shower with 2 shower heads. One on each side. The walk in closet that comes with a large fire/gun safe. Large farmhouse kitchen has solid wood cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless appliances, and a wrap around island. Appliances include an over the stove microwave with vent hood that vents outside, oversized refrigerator with drink drawer and bottom drawer freezer, electric glass stove top with convection oven, and a stainless dishwasher. Kitchen has a window over the sink that looks out to the pasture. Pantry/Laundry Room is attached to the kitchen and comes with a stainless steel washer and dryer, and a side by side refrigerator. This room is very large and has wall secured shelves on both sides. The den has a ceiling fan, a small closet and a stone wood burning fireplace with wood box access. The living Room has two ceiling fans, crown molding, drapes and built-in book cases. The guest house comes fully furnished with a queen size bed, couch, living room table, desk with chair, bar cabinet, microwave, refrigerator, coffeemaker, full bath with walk in shower, and kitchenette. The backyard has a private patio with a swimming spa, seating area, grill and outdoor shower. Back pasture has a berm with an archery range. The barn has a concrete slab and holds 6 cars, there are 2 RV hookups - 1 30 amp, 1 50 amp with dump station, and there is a generator hook up off the side of the house. The property has a 10-year tower lease with Choice Providers for the tower in the field to the right of the home. For the lease Choice Providers provides the homeowners with 50/20 megabyte internet service (an $1800.00 value) for the term of the lease as compensation. The lease transfers with the purchase of the home.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Ductless, Electric
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Active Under Contract)
(Active Under Contract)
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless, Electric, Humidity Control, Roof Turbines
Size2,214 sqft
Lot size5.274 Acres
Year built1968
ParkingCircular Driveway, Detached Carport, Driveway, Gravel
MLS #5138311
FireplaceDen, Glass Doors, Masonry, Stone
ViewGarden, Pasture, Rural
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Exhaust Fan, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Flooring Type: Carpet Free, Laminate, Tile
- Interior: Breakfast Bar, Bookcases, Bidet, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, High Speed Internet, In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Main Level Primary, Multiple Primary Suites, Multiple Closets, Pantry, Storage, Soaking Tub, Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Den, Glass Doors, Masonry, Stone
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Circular Driveway, Detached Carport, Driveway, Gravel
- Waterfront: None
- View: Garden, Pasture, Rural
- Exterior: Barbecue, Dog Run, Garden, Gas Grill, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, RV Hookup
- Heating: Central, Ductless, Electric
- Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless, Electric, Humidity Control, Roof Turbines
- List Price: $575,000
- Price/SqFt: $259
- Annual Tax Amount: $7,072
- Tax Year: 2021
- Lot: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Trees, Native Plants
- Directions: FM 1704 to Balch Rd. (on the right coming from Elgin, on the left coming from FM969). The property is on the right 1/2 mile from 1704. Property begins at black pipe fence and has a circular driveway.
- Year Built: 1968
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 2,214 SqFt
- Lot Size: 5.274 Acres
- MLS Number: 5138311
- MLS Name: ACTRIS
- Office Name: Outlaw Realty
- Office Phone: (512) 600-6677
- Listing Agent: Thomas Sunstrom
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $528,363 | $- |
| 2021 | $345,493 | $7,072 |
| 2019 | $323,095 | $7,021 |
| 2018 | $323,095 | $7,021 |
| 2017 | $139,835 | $3,258 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Elgin Intermediate School
Public District 5-6
4.9 mi
•902 W 2nd St
2
Booker T. Washington Elementary School
Public District PK-4
4.9 mi
•510 M L K Dr
2
Elgin Elementary School
Public District PK-4
5.0 mi
•1005 W 2nd 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 $71,967. Typical income of Elgin, TX residents is between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
25%
<35k
49%
35k-100k
23%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
25%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
37%
Married, No Kids
30%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
17%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
NASCAR
Pro Wrestling
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Dick's Sporting Goods
Wal-Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Cracker Barrel
Texas Roadhouse
Hardee's
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Subaru
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
News/Talk/Information
New Country
Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 194 Balch Rd
The listing price of 194 Balch Rd property is $575,000.
The property 194 Balch Rd is a house located in Elgin, Texas, 78621.
Accepting Backup Offers: 194 Balch Rd is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 194 Balch Rd are: Elgin Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Booker T. Washington Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Elgin Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Elgin Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Manor Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Manor New Technology Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Phoenix High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Elgin High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Manor Excel Academy (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $7,072 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 194 Balch Rd has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 194 Balch Rd is 2,214 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 194 Balch Rd is 1968.
This home is located at 194 Balch Rd in Elgin, TX and zip code 78621. This 2,214 square foot home, which was built in 1968, sits on a 5.27 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $575,000.
In June 2025 more than 3 listings in Elgin, TX were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 11 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 15 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Elgin, TX increased by 5.7% between May and June 2025. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $309,945, while the average time on the real estate market was 134 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.