125 Upper Elgin River Rd

4,996 Sq. Ft.
$390 / Sq. Ft.
4,996
Sq. Ft.
$390
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Spectular AirB&B or Event Venue Opportunity... 10 ACRES OWN A PIECE OF TEXAS HISTORY In 1900, William H Rivers, an early founder of Elgin, moved his family into a home he had been building on a hill overlooking his town. This red brick Victorian stands majestically today, on 10 acres with views of Texas Big Sky country and Historic elegance that can't be replicated. Added to the original two story porch, grand entry, double parlors, and formal dining is a kitchen updated to modern standards and a...Spectular AirB&B or Event Venue Opportunity... 10 ACRES OWN A PIECE OF TEXAS HISTORY In 1900, William H Rivers, an early founder of Elgin, moved his family into a home he had been building on a hill overlooking his town. This red brick Victorian stands majestically today, on 10 acres with views of Texas Big Sky country and Historic elegance that can't be replicated. Added to the original two story porch, grand entry, double parlors, and formal dining is a kitchen updated to modern standards and a large family room both circa 2018. Upstairs there are 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, the master has a fireplace and large walk in closet in addition to a sitting room and full bath. The master and front bedroom have doors opening on to the second story veranda. Tax square footage 3996) applies to main house only. There is also a very large unfinished Attic with special features like the 3rd floor Turret room and several Dormer windows if someone would like to expand the home. In addition to the main house there is a 3 car detached garage that also houses a large guest house consisting of a full kitchen, Bath, large living room, large bedroom and a substantial amount of additional storage (approx 1200 sq ft).

Listing Agent

  1. Susan deGraffenried

    Susan deGraffenried

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    TREC #0428876

    susan.deg@compass.com

    P: (512)-699-7577

Property Details for 125 Upper Elgin River Road

Subdivision Name
Standifer, Elizabeth
Waterfront
No
Waterfront Description
None
Water Access Description
Public
View
Panoramic, Pool, Rural
View YN
Yes
Parcel Number
R11939
Tax Lot
00000
LISTING UPDATED: 11/15/2022 01:59 AM

Property Details for 125 Upper Elgin River Road

StatusClosed
MLS #2412782
Days on Market137
Taxes$26,870 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1900
Lot Size10.01 AC / 436,035 SF
CountyBastrop County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Realty Austin, Susan deGraffenried, TREC #0428876

Sold By Moreland Properties, Natalie Dean, TREC #0632541

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Building Information for 125 Upper Elgin River Road

Stories2Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size10.01 AC / 436,035 SF

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Property Information for 125 Upper Elgin River Road

General Information
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Total: 8
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Door Multi, Detached, Garage
  • Garage: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 3
Interior
  • Interior Features: Chandelier, Crown Molding, Separate Formal Dining Room, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Interior Steps, Kitchen Island, Multiple Dining Areas, Pantry, Stone Counters
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Laundry Features: MainLevel, LaundryRoom, ElectricDryerHookup
  • Virtual Tour URL Branded: https://www.tourfactory.com/2908815
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://www.tourfactory.com/idxr2908815
  • Restrictions: Easements
Exterior
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Garden, Arbor
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Pillar Post Pier
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Porch, Balcony
  • Roof: Composition
  • Fencing: Cross Fenced, Fenced, Full, Perimeter
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Window Features: DoublePaneWindows, Shutters, WindowCoverings
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Community Features: None
Property Information
Lot Information
  • FEMA Flood Plain: No
  • Lot Features: Level, Moderate Trees, Private, Sprinklers Automatic, Trees Large Size, Views
  • Horse: No
  • Horse Amenities: None
Utilities
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Zoned
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Propane, Zoned
  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Above Ground Utilities, Electricity Connected
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Features: KitchenIsland
Room 2
  • Room Type: PrimaryBathroom
  • Room Level: Second
Room 3
  • Room Type: PrimaryBedroom
  • Room Level: Second
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: $756,844
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Rate: 2.23%
Showing Information
Showing Information
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Directions: Google can get you there BUT for a more historic approach (The Rivers Family was a founding family of Elgin) Cenrtal Avenue turns into Upper Elgin River Rd. So you might go to Downtown Elgin Take Central Avenue West off of Main Street and in about one mile you will see the Rivers Mansion up on the hill.

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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Listing Courtesy of Realty Austin, Susan deGraffenried, TREC #0428876

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