571 Balch Road
Description
This property is as functional as it is inviting, offering a powered workshop and a shipping...5 picturesque acres of lush, sandy loam set the stage for this charming log home that perfectly captures the essence of peaceful country living. Thoughtfully updated, the home features luxury vinyl flooring throughout and a beautifully designed modern kitchen complete with a herringbone tile backsplash, quartz countertops, and built-in stainless steel appliances—blending rustic warmth with contemporary style.
This property is as functional as it is inviting, offering a powered workshop and a shipping container for additional storage. Enjoy outdoor living year-round with an above-ground pool and fenced deck, or unwind under the stars in the hot tub. Designed with self-sufficiency in mind, this prepper’s dream includes a 20KW solar array, Generac standby generator with a dedicated propane tank, rainwater collection system, a large fenced vegetable garden with greenhouse, chicken coop, and mature fruit and pecan trees.
Equestrian-ready and thoughtfully laid out, the land is fully fenced and cross-fenced, featuring a two-stall horse lean-to with tack room, along with water and power access. A flat, fenced riding arena completes this exceptional horse property. Additional highlights include an electric gate, full RV hookups, and a dedicated kids’ playscape/area—making this property as versatile as it is unique. Please see the attached upgrade list for additional enhancements.
Location
$4,124 per month
$3,096
$1,028
Property information
571 Balch Road
Property Details
- Taxes: $12,333 / year
- MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
- County: Bastrop County
- Subdivision Name: Osborn, Mrs B
- Waterfront: No
- Waterfront Description: None
- Water Access Description: Public
- View: Pasture, Trees/Woods
- View YN: Yes
- Parcel Number: 81369
- Tax Lot: 0
- Elementary School: Elgin
- Elementary School District: Elgin ISD
- Middle Or Junior School: Elgin
- Middle Or Junior School District: Elgin ISD
- Senior High School: Elgin
- High School District: Elgin ISD
- Levels: Two
- Master on Main: Yes
- Main Level Bedrooms: 2
- Num Living: 2
- Living Area Source: PublicRecords
- Year Built Source: PublicRecords
- Property Condition: Resale
- Pool Private: Yes
- Pool Features: Above Ground, Fenced, Vinyl
Building Information
- Stories: 2
- Year Built: 1999
- Lot Size: 5.00 AC / 217,800 SF
General Information
Parking
- Parking Total: 6
- Parking Features: Additional Parking, Covered, Carport, Driveway, Electric Gate, Gravel, Gated, RV Access/Parking, Workshop In Garage
- Carport: Yes
- Garage: No
Interior
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, French Doors Atrium Doors, High Ceilings, In Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Main Level Master, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Smart Home, Natural Woodwork
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
- Appliances: BuiltInOven, Dishwasher, GasCooktop, Disposal, GasWaterHeater, Microwave, WaterPurifierOwned, WaterSoftenerOwned, StainlessSteelAppliances
- Fireplace: No
- Laundry Features: MainLevel, LaundryRoom, WasherHookup
- Restrictions: NoRestrictions
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Garden, Playground, Rain Gutters, Rv Hookup
- New Construction: No
- Construction Materials: See Remarks, Wood Siding
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Front Porch
- Roof: Composition
- Fencing: Cross Fenced, Electric, Full, Perimeter, Wire
- Direction Faces: Northeast
- Window Features: DoublePaneWindows, WindowTreatments
- Accessibility Features: None
- Community Features: None
Property Information
Lot Information
- FEMA Flood Plain: No
- Lot Features: Farm, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Orchards, Rolling Slope, Trees Medium Size, Views
- Horse: Yes
- Horse Amenities: Barn, Pasture, Paddocks, Stables, TackRoom, TrailerStorage
Utilities
- Cooling YN: Yes
- Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fans
- Heating YN: Yes
- Heating: Central, Propane
- Sewer: Aerobic Septic, Septic Tank
- Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Propane, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Permission: IDX
Financial Information
Taxes and HOA Information
- Association: No
- Tax Assessed Value: $630,700
- Additional Parcels: No
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Rate: 1.80%
Showing Information
Showing Information
- Security Features: Security System
- Directions: 290 to 95 to Upper Elgin to Balch
Property History
571 Balch Road
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/15/2026 | Sold ACTRIS #1211162 | — |
| 10/08/2026 | Active Under Contract ACTRIS #1211162 | — |
| 10/01/2026 | Pending ACTRIS #1211162 | — |
| 09/23/2026 | Price Change ACTRIS #1211162 | $580,000 |
| 08/25/2026 | Price Change ACTRIS #1211162 | $599,000 |
| 08/21/2026 | Listed (Active) ACTRIS #1211162 | — |
| 06/18/2026 | Active Under Contract ACTRIS #1211162 | — |
| 05/28/2026 | Price Change ACTRIS #1211162 | $625,000 |
| 05/19/2026 | Price Change ACTRIS #1211162 | $649,000 |
| 04/23/2026 | Listed (Active) ACTRIS #1211162 | $665,500 |
| 06/17/2024 | Sold ACTRIS #9992814 | — |
| 05/01/2024 | Pending ACTRIS #9992814 | — |
| 04/26/2024 | Listed (Active) ACTRIS #9992814 | $659,900 |
| 12/31/2015 | Sold HARMLS #16210301 | — |
| 12/30/2015 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1116611275 | — |
| 12/30/2015 | — | |
| 11/22/2015 | Price Change HARMLS #16210301 | — |
| 11/21/2015 | $315,000 | |
| 11/20/2015 | Withdrawn HARMLS #35553011 | $315,000 |
| 11/11/2015 | Listed (Active) HARMLS #16210301 | $315,000 |
| 11/11/2015 | $315,000 | |
| 11/11/2015 | Listed (Active) HARMLS #35553011 | $315,000 |
| 06/30/2015 | — | |
| 05/16/2015 | $279,900 | |
| 05/12/2015 | $279,900 | |
| 06/30/2008 | — | |
| 06/09/2008 | $240,000 | |
| 06/04/2008 | $239,500 | |
| 07/22/2003 | — | |
| 07/10/2003 | $240,000 | |
| 05/07/2003 | $240,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public records
571 Balch Road
Total Finished SqFt
2,120 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt
2,120 SqFtStories
1Lot Size
217,800 SqFtStyle
Miscellaneous AgriculturalYear Built
1999Schools
Near 571 Balch Road
This home is within Elgin Independent School District.
- Rated 2 out of 102/10Elgin Elementary SchoolPublic · PK-4 · 5.3 mi · Serves this home
- Rated 3 out of 103/10Elgin Middle SchoolPublic · 7-8 · 5.6 mi · Serves this home
- Rated 2 out of 102/10Elgin High SchoolPublic · 9-12 · 5.7 mi · Serves this home
- Rated 1 out of 101/10Phoenix High SchoolPublic · 10-12 · 5.2 mi · Choice school
- Rated 2 out of 102/10Elgin IntPublic · 5-6 · 5.3 mi · Nearby school
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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| Address | Sold price | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Lot (Sqft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
This home: 571 Balch Road, Elgin, TX 78621 | $580,000 | 3 | 3 | 2,120 | 217,800 |
$264,990 | – | – | – | 113,473 | |
$849,000 | 6 | 5 | 2,869 | 346,824 | |
$224,990 | – | – | – | 89,733 | |
– | – | – | 1,960 | – | |
$287,500 | 3 | 3 | 2,006 | 217,800 | |
$229,990 | – | – | – | 57,934 | |
$224,900 | 3 | 2 | 1,641 | 217,800 | |
– | – | – | – | 76,927 | |
– | – | – | – | 77,101 | |
$227,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,716 | 217,800 | |
$199,990 | – | – | – | 77,231 | |
$600,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,952 | 217,800 | |
– | – | – | – | 111,034 | |
– | – | – | 1,136 | – |
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