$95,000

897 Sunset Dr Abilene, TX 79605

$1,128
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
1,029 sqft
0.3 acres
$92 / sqft
House

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About 897 Sunset Dr

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Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Size1,029 sqft
Lot size0.258 Acres
Year built1953
ParkingDriveway
MLS #20926524

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Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl
  • Interior: High Speed Internet, Cable TV
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Parking: Driveway
  • Exterior: Fire Pit
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Detached
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
  • List Price: $95,000
  • Price/SqFt: $92
  • Annual Tax Amount: $934
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Corner Lot
  • Directions: From Abilene take S 14th and head north on Willis Street. Turn Right onto S 9th. Home is on the corner of 9th and Sunset.
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Living Area: 1,029 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.258 Acres
  • MLS Number: 20926524
  • MLS Name: NTR
  • Office Name: RE/MAX Fine Properties
  • Office Phone: (281) 265-5533
  • Listing Agent: Samantha Severa, Rachel Russell

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897 Sunset Dr, Abilene, TX 79605 - view of side of property with a yard and stone siding

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$84,313$934
2022$83,798$1,277
2021$70,121$1,708
2020$63,345$1,708
2019$60,288$794
2018$30,766$794
2017$30,320$781

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Bonham Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

717 Buccaneer Dr

4

Bowie Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.5 mi

2034 Jeanette St

4

Austin Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.5 mi

2341 Greenbriar Dr

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $31,932. The majority of Abilene, TX residents have income less than $<35k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

54%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
2%
100k-200k
1%
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
16%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

19%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
29%
18-34 yrs old
34%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Big LotsBig Lots

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • KiaKia
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • RockRock
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 897 Sunset Dr

The listing price of 897 Sunset Dr property is $95,000.

The property 897 Sunset Dr is a house located in Abilene, Texas, 79605.

Active Listing: 897 Sunset Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 897 Sunset Dr are: Bonham Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Bowie Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Austin Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Madison Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Clack Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Mann Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Abilene High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Premier High School of Abilene (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Texas Leadership of Abilene (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $934 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 897 Sunset Dr has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 897 Sunset Dr is 1,029 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 897 Sunset Dr is 1953.

This home is located at 897 Sunset Dr in Abilene, TX and zip code 79605 in the Elmwood neighborhood. This 1,029 square foot home, which was built in 1953, sits on a 0.26 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $95,000.

In April 2025 in Abilene, TX there were 1.9% more homes for sale than in March. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 82 days, the median list price was $249,999.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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