125 Upper Elgin River Rd

5,206 Sq. Ft.
$288 / Sq. Ft.
5,206
Sq. Ft.
$288
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 125 Upper Elgin River Road, a stunning property that has operated as a thriving Airbnb and wedding venue, comfortably accommodating up to 32 guests. Built in 1900, this estate showcases turn-of-the-century Victorian elegance, while featuring a heated pool, hot tub, pickleball court, arcade and putting green on three lush acres just south of downtown Elgin. William H. Rivers, a prominent founder of Elgin, established this home on a hill in 1900, offering breathtaking views of the countryside....Welcome to 125 Upper Elgin River Road, a stunning property that has operated as a thriving Airbnb and wedding venue, comfortably accommodating up to 32 guests. Built in 1900, this estate showcases turn-of-the-century Victorian elegance, while featuring a heated pool, hot tub, pickleball court, arcade and putting green on three lush acres just south of downtown Elgin. William H. Rivers, a prominent founder of Elgin, established this home on a hill in 1900, offering breathtaking views of the countryside. This red brick mansion, which remained in the Rivers family for over a century, has been meticulously preserved and updated, blending historical charm with modern amenities. The home boasts original woodwork, four working fireplaces, a grand porte-cochère, and enchanting magnolia trees. The main house offers three living spaces and a formal dining room, with additional living space in the guest house. Three bedrooms in the main house feature en suite bathrooms, with two opening to the second-story wrap-around porch. The southwest-facing turret spans three stories, providing cozy reading nooks and views of downtown Austin and the Domain. The expansive unfinished attic presents an opportunity to create a primary suite, office, or additional living space with vaulted ceilings. Beyond the 5,000+ square feet of living space, this estate is an entertainer's paradise. Its location offers a serene escape with direct access to downtown Elgin, just 0.7 miles from HEB, and proximity to Manor, Bastrop, Taylor, and Austin.

Listing Agent

  1. Matt Holm

    Matt Holm

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    TREC #0585248

    matt.holm@compass.com

    P: (512)-769-1695

Property Details for 125 Upper Elgin River Road

Subdivision Name
Standifer, Elizabeth
Waterfront
No
Waterfront Description
None
Water Access Description
Public
View
Pasture
View YN
Yes
Parcel Number
11939
Tax Lot
ABS A59
LISTING UPDATED: 01/03/2025 11:32 AM

Property Details for 125 Upper Elgin River Road

StatusClosed
MLS #4905953
Days on Market145
Taxes$23,588 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1900
Lot Size3.00 AC / 130,680 SF
CountyBastrop County

Location

Sold By Austin Premium Property, David Morrison, TREC #0168821

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Building Information for 125 Upper Elgin River Road

Stories2Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size3.00 AC / 130,680 SF

Payment Calculator

$9,276 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,311

Property Taxes

$1,966

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 125 Upper Elgin River Road

General Information
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Parking Total: 8
  • Parking Features: Attached Carport
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage: No
  • Covered Spaces: 0
Interior
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Interior Steps, Multiple Living Areas, Main Level Master, Multiple Primary Suites, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Soaking Tub, Natural Woodwork
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
Exterior
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Covered Courtyard, Private Yard, Sport Court, See Remarks
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Frame
  • Foundation Details: Combination
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch, Wrap Around, Balcony
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Full
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Window Features: DoublePaneWindows
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Community Features: None
Property Information
Lot Information
  • FEMA Flood Plain: See Remarks
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Horse: Yes
  • Horse Amenities: SeeRemarks
Utilities
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Underground Utilities
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: KitchenIsland
Room 2
  • Room Type: PrimaryBathroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: SeeRemarks
Room 3
  • Room Type: PrimaryBedroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: CofferedCeilings
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 2
  • Permission: IDX
Unit 3
  • Permission: IDX
Financial Information
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Assessed Value: $1,297,580
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Rate: 1.82%
Showing Information
Showing Information
  • Security Features: None
  • Directions: From Austin, drive to Elgin (approximately 30 mins from 35/290 at off peak). Turn Right onto Swenson BLVD and an immediate right onto Bull Run Rd. Go left on Central Ave and drive for approximately 1 mile

Property History for 125 Upper Elgin River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Dec 30, 2024

Sold

ACTRIS #4905953

Nov 12, 2024

Active Under Contract

ACTRIS #4905953

Nov 7, 2024

Pending

ACTRIS #4905953

Jun 20, 2024

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #4905953

$1,500,000
Apr 4, 2024

Withdrawn

ACTRIS #9805803

$1,790,000
Feb 29, 2024

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #9805803

$1,790,000
Mar 15, 2022

Sold

ACTRIS #2412782

Jan 7, 2022

Pending

ACTRIS #2412782

Jan 6, 2022

Pending

ACTRIS #2412782

$1,600,000
Aug 27, 2021

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #2412782

$1,950,000
Jun 12, 2006

Withdrawn

ACTRIS #7696662

$995,000
Mar 29, 2006

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #7696662

$995,000
May 22, 2001

Withdrawn

ACTRIS #584325

$575,000
Apr 18, 2001

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #584325

$725,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/30/2024

Sold

ACTRIS #4905953

11/12/2024

Active Under Contract

ACTRIS #4905953

11/07/2024

Pending

ACTRIS #4905953

06/20/2024

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #4905953

$1,500,000
04/04/2024

Withdrawn

ACTRIS #9805803

$1,790,000
02/29/2024

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #9805803

$1,790,000
03/15/2022

Sold

ACTRIS #2412782

01/07/2022

Pending

ACTRIS #2412782

01/06/2022

Pending

ACTRIS #2412782

$1,600,000
08/27/2021

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #2412782

$1,950,000
06/12/2006

Withdrawn

ACTRIS #7696662

$995,000
03/29/2006

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #7696662

$995,000
05/22/2001

Withdrawn

ACTRIS #584325

$575,000
04/18/2001

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #584325

$725,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 125 Upper Elgin River Road

Taxable ValueLand$310,230Additions$832,521Total$1,142,751
Tax Record2024$24,522 ($2,043 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt4,945 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,945 SqFtStories1Lot Size436,036 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1900CountyBASTROPAPNR11939Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 125 Upper Elgin River Road

This home is within Elgin Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Elgin Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Elgin Middle School
Public7 to 8

Elgin High School
Public9 to 12

Phoenix High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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