178 Balch Rd

$1,800,000
Price
5
Beds
4,358 Sq. Ft.
$413 / Sq. Ft.
4,358
Sq. Ft.
$413
per Sq. Ft.

Description

One-of-a-kind property in the Austin area. This outstanding new build features modern living in a beautiful Texas
country setting. The electric front gate welcomes you to a paved private road that takes you to the main home, the
beautiful curb appeal features a stone and stucco construction with outdoor lighting and wood details for a great color
contrast. The open floor concept features 12 feet coffered ceilings, designer lighting fixtures, wood look tile, an
enormous kitchen island with quartize countertops,
...One-of-a-kind property in the Austin area. This outstanding new build features modern living in a beautiful Texas
country setting. The electric front gate welcomes you to a paved private road that takes you to the main home, the
beautiful curb appeal features a stone and stucco construction with outdoor lighting and wood details for a great color
contrast. The open floor concept features 12 feet coffered ceilings, designer lighting fixtures, wood look tile, an
enormous kitchen island with quartize countertops, custom designed cabinets and energy efficient stainless-steel
appliances. LED lights and tinted vinyl windows with motorized shades make this home even more energy efficient. The master bedroom and bathroom were meticulously designed featuring large porcelain tile, separate vanity areas,
multi function shower heads and a spacious custom designed walk in closet. Enjoy game days and family gatherings in
the outdoor patio featuring a wood burning fireplace, cedar covered ceilings and a sink station with granite
countertops. The two bedroom full bath house built in 2009 allows a separate living space for the in-laws or a rental
opportunity to earn additional income, it counts with it’s own electric meter and carport. This property comes with a
2500 gallon water tank and two greenhouse areas with electricity outfitted, plus a beautiful and spacious recently
added barn for horses or farm animals. Green pastures and fully fence to allow your animals to roam free in the
property. Come see this beautiful property and fall in love , approximately 40 minutes from Downtown Austin!
  1. Listed by Vianey Suarez • TREC #0659126 • EG Realty
    P: (817)-726-2022 C: (254)-300-6463 vianeysuarezrealtor@gmail.com

Property Details for 178 Balch Road

Subdivision Name
Standifer, James
Waterfront
No
Waterfront Description
None
Water Access Description
Well
View
Panoramic, Pasture, Rural
View YN
Yes
Parcel Number
109134
Tax Lot
C
LISTING UPDATED: 11/24/2025 04:00 AM

Property Details for 178 Balch Road

StatusActive
MLS #5421933
Days on Market32
Taxes$11,749 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2025
Lot Size25.62 AC / 1,116,007 SF
CountyBastrop County

Location

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Building Information for 178 Balch Road

Stories1Year Built2025Building Size-Lot Size25.62 AC / 1,116,007 SF

Payment Calculator

$9,874 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,894

Property Taxes

$979

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 178 Balch Road

General Information
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Total: 6
  • Parking Features: Attached Carport, Asphalt, Carport, Detached Carport, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gated, Garage Faces Side
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 2
Interior
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Crown Molding, Coffered Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Double Vanity, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Multiple Living Areas, Multiple Dining Areas, Main Level Master, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Sound System, Storage, Smart Home, Smart Thermostat, Natural Woodwork
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Appliances: BarFridge, Cooktop, Dishwasher, EnergyStarQualifiedAppliances, ExhaustFan, GasCooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Outside, Stone, Wood Burning
  • Laundry Features: LaundryRoom, WasherHookup, ElectricDryerHookup
  • Restrictions: NoRestrictions
Exterior
  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Private Entrance, Rain Gutters
  • Construction Materials: Stone, Stucco
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Porch
  • Roof: Composition
  • Fencing: Barbed Wire, Pipe
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Window Features: EnergyStarQualifiedWindows, TintedWindows, Vinyl, WindowCoverings, WindowTreatments
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Community Features: None
Property Information
Lot Information
  • FEMA Flood Plain: No
  • Lot Features: Agricultural, Cleared, Farm, Moderate Trees, Private
  • Horse: Yes
  • Horse Amenities: Barn, Stables, WashRack
Location Information
  • Builder Name: DLS Framing and Contractors LLC
Utilities
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fans
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Fireplace(s)
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet Available, Propane, Other
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: Appliances
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Permission: IDX
Financial Information
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Assessed Value: $696,227
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Rate: 1.83%
Showing Information
Showing Information
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Directions: From Austin take 290 East towards Houston, go right to Monkey Rd, Left to FM 1704, Right on Balch Rd

Property History for 178 Balch Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Nov 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #8139953

$1,800,000
Nov 23, 2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #5421933

$1,800,000
Nov 22, 2025

Expired

ACTRIS #8620667

$1,850,000
Nov 22, 2025

Expired

ACTRIS #8240018

$1,850,000
Sep 28, 2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #8620667

$1,900,000
Sep 28, 2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #8240018

$1,900,000
Sep 5, 2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #8620667

$1,930,000
Sep 5, 2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #8240018

$1,930,000
Jul 2, 2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #8620667

$1,950,000
Jul 2, 2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #8240018

$1,950,000
Jun 13, 2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #8620667

$2,000,000
Jun 13, 2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #8240018

$2,000,000
Jun 4, 2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #8240018

$2,200,000
May 23, 2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #8620667

$2,200,000
Feb 17, 2023

Sold

ACTRIS #3481945

Feb 17, 2023

Sold

ACTRIS #3210683

Jan 21, 2023

Pending

ACTRIS #3481945

Jan 21, 2023

Pending

ACTRIS #3210683

Dec 20, 2022

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #3481945

$875,000
Dec 11, 2022

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #3210683

$875,000
Jun 7, 2019

Sold

ACTRIS #4454564

Jun 7, 2019

Withdrawn

ACTRIS #5066383

$595,000
May 9, 2019

Pending

ACTRIS #4454564

$595,000
Apr 25, 2019

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #5066383

$595,000
Apr 8, 2019

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #4454564

$595,000
Apr 29, 2016

Sold

ACTRIS #7439803

Mar 2, 2016

Pending

ACTRIS #7439803

$465,000
Aug 24, 2015

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #7439803

$465,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/24/2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #8139953

$1,800,000
11/23/2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #5421933

$1,800,000
11/22/2025

Expired

ACTRIS #8620667

$1,850,000
11/22/2025

Expired

ACTRIS #8240018

$1,850,000
09/28/2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #8620667

$1,900,000
09/28/2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #8240018

$1,900,000
09/05/2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #8620667

$1,930,000
09/05/2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #8240018

$1,930,000
07/02/2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #8620667

$1,950,000
07/02/2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #8240018

$1,950,000
06/13/2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #8620667

$2,000,000
06/13/2025

Price Change

ACTRIS #8240018

$2,000,000
06/04/2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #8240018

$2,200,000
05/23/2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #8620667

$2,200,000
02/17/2023

Sold

ACTRIS #3481945

02/17/2023

Sold

ACTRIS #3210683

01/21/2023

Pending

ACTRIS #3481945

01/21/2023

Pending

ACTRIS #3210683

12/20/2022

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #3481945

$875,000
12/11/2022

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #3210683

$875,000
06/07/2019

Sold

ACTRIS #4454564

06/07/2019

Withdrawn

ACTRIS #5066383

$595,000
05/09/2019

Pending

ACTRIS #4454564

$595,000
04/25/2019

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #5066383

$595,000
04/08/2019

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #4454564

$595,000
04/29/2016

Sold

ACTRIS #7439803

03/02/2016

Pending

ACTRIS #7439803

$465,000
08/24/2015

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #7439803

$465,000

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

Public Records for 178 Balch Road

Taxable ValueLand$420,766Additions$222,138Total$642,904
Tax Record2024$12,723 ($1,060 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,176 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,176 SqFtStories1Lot Size1,116,007 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built2009CountyBASTROPAPNR109134

Schools near 178 Balch 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 El
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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178 Balch Road is a single family home for sale in Elgin, TX 78621. This property was listed for sale on November 23, 2025 by EG Realty, it's currently listed at $1,800,000. It has been on the market for a total of 32 days and was last sold on February 17, 2023. This listing's school district is Elgin Independent School District. Nearby schools include Elgin El, Elgin Middle School and Elgin High School. 178 Balch Road is a 5-bed, 5-bath, 4,358 sqft single family home built in 2025.

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