Description
Tucked just blocks from the heart of Elgin, this 3.3-acre property offers something increasingly rare: space to grow, land to create, and the freedom to imagine what comes next. Built in 1955, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home blends small-town convenience with the feel of a private homestead. Fresh interior paint throughout gives the home a clean, updated canvas, while the land opens the door to countless possibilities. Create an urban farm, establish a food forest or orchard, raise livestock, keep horses or design expansive gardens just minutes from downtown. With two separate access points from Old McDade Road and Maple Lane, the property also offers exceptional flexibility for future expansion. Whether you’re dreaming of multi-generational living, adding an ADU, workshop, guest quarters, or even exploring subdivision potential, this property is uniquely positioned to evolve alongside your lifestyle. There’s ample room for a pool, outdoor entertaining spaces, additional structures, or simply enjoying the peace and privacy that comes with acreage in town. A property with room for both roots and reinvention — all within walking distance to downtown Elgin.
Property Details
| Status | Active |
| MLS # | ACT230799981 |
| Taxes | $7,933 (2025) / year |
| Type | Residential |
| Year Built | 1955 |
| Lot Size | 3.35 AC / 145,926 SF |
| County | Bastrop |
| Subdivision | Thomas Christian |
Property Information
Interior
Exterior
Appliances
Community
Parking
Utilities & Construction
Directions: Some GPS's will take you to the back side of the 3.3 acres where Maple dead ends. Although that does dead end into the property, that is not the way to get to the front of the property. Follow these directions: From Austin drive east on Hwy 290 to Elgin. In Elgin, turn left on Harris St (across from Meyers BBQ) and drive .3 mile to Main St. Turn left on Main and drive .3 mile to Brenham. Turn right on Brenham and drive .4 mile. Property is on the left.
Location
Property History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2026 | Listed (Active) · MLS# ACT230799981 | $374,999 |
Full transaction history may not be available. Data sourced from ACTRIS MLS.
Public Records
| Beds | 3 |
| Lot Size | 145,926 Sq. Ft. |
| Style | Residential |
| County | BASTROP |
| MLS # | ACT230799981 |
Schools
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Payment Estimate
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