This is a chance to own a piece of history. This was home to two of the original founders of many of the historic landmarks and businesses of significance in Elgin, TX. This custom home was built to stand the test of time with so much storage, huge closets including a walk in in every bedroom and a his and hers that rivals any modern home with a built in safe, a wet bar, huge great room for entertaining with a private entrance, built in cabinets, a music room, sitting room and upgrades that were unheard of at the time. This house and its late owners were featured many times in local and national publications. This beautiful home sits on a 1.37Acre double lot with mature trees and maintained landscaping. The potential on this one is limitless. The location could not be better and the pride that went with this house can still be felt today. Agent is related to the sellers.
Pending
$545,000
821 Central Ave, Elgin, TX 78621
4beds
4,816sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1966
1.37 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$113/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Maintained landscapingSitting roomBuilt in cabinetsWet barHuge closetsMusic roomPrivate entrance
- 213 days |
- 51 |
- 3 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 09, 2026 at 10:49am
Listed by:
Naia Graham (512) 845-5515,
Property Consultants of Austin (512) 845-5515
Source: Unlock MLS,MLS#: 5488636
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Description: Piano room off of the formal sitting room.
- Features: See Remarks
- Level: Main
Game room
- Description: Separate game room with storage and closet built to accommodate a full size pool table and other games
- Features: See Remarks
- Level: Main
Great room
- Description: Huge almost 1500sq ft great room with separate double door entrance and private patio.
- Features: See Remarks
- Level: Main
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Oven(s), Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop
Features
- Bookcases, Built-in Features, Beamed Ceilings, Chandelier, Laminate Counters, Dry Bar, Entrance Foyer, French Doors, Multiple Dining Areas, Multiple Living Areas, No Interior Steps, Pantry, Primary Bedroom on Main, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Washer Hookup, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Terrazzo
- Windows: Drapes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,816 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached Carport
- Has attached garage: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Central Living Area, Accessible Closets, Common Area, Fully Accessible
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: See Remarks, Awning(s), Front Porch
- Exterior features: No Exterior Steps, Private Yard
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks, Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 1.37 Acres
- Features: See Remarks, Back to Park/Greenbelt, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft)
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 15601
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- See Remarks
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1966
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Engineered Septic
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Other, Phone Available, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Dildy
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Elgin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $113/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $594,717
- Annual tax amount: $14,258
- Date on market: 9/7/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/9/2026 | Pending sale | $545,000$113/sqft |
Source:  Unlock MLS #5488636 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2025 | Contingent | $545,000$113/sqft |
Source: Unlock MLS #5488636 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $545,000$113/sqft |
Source: Unlock MLS #5488636 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $594,717 +4.6% |
| 2024 | $5,484 +0.8% | $568,301 +10% |
| 2023 | $5,442 -30.2% | $516,637 +10% |
| 2022 | $7,792 +1.1% | $469,670 +10% |
| 2021 | $7,705 +1.4% | $426,973 +10% |
| 2020 | $7,598 +3.8% | $388,157 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $7,321 | $380,779 +10% |
| 2017 | $7,321 +4% | $346,163 +10% |
| 2016 | $7,041 -0.8% | $314,694 +10% |
| 2015 | $7,095 | $286,085 +4.9% |
| 2014 | $7,095 | $272,599 0% |
| 2013 | -- | $272,689 |
| 2011 | -- | $272,689 0% |
| 2010 | -- | $272,702 |
| 2009 | -- | $272,702 |
| 2008 | -- | $272,702 -0.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $273,092 +0.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $270,660 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$3,322/mo
Principal & interest
$2627
Property taxes
$695
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 78621
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Elgin IntGrades: 5-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Elgin Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 2/10Elgin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Elgin
- Middle: Elgin
- High: Elgin
- District: Elgin ISD
Source: Unlock MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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