948 Upper Elgin River Rd

$1,380,000
Price
4
Beds
3,825 Sq. Ft.
$361 / Sq. Ft.
3,825
Sq. Ft.
$361
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 948 Upper Elgin Road, a peaceful 26.997-acre retreat in Elgin offering room to live, roam, and unwind. This spacious four/five bedroom, four bath home invites you in with a bright kitchen featuring a center island with a prep sink, a breakfast bar, and a cozy breakfast area - perfect for slow mornings with a cup of coffee in hand. The living room is anchored by a stunning stone fireplace and custom built-ins, creating the ideal spot to curl up and relax after a long day. The primary suite...Welcome to 948 Upper Elgin Road, a peaceful 26.997-acre retreat in Elgin offering room to live, roam, and unwind. This spacious four/five bedroom, four bath home invites you in with a bright kitchen featuring a center island with a prep sink, a breakfast bar, and a cozy breakfast area - perfect for slow mornings with a cup of coffee in hand. The living room is anchored by a stunning stone fireplace and custom built-ins, creating the ideal spot to curl up and relax after a long day. The primary suite feels like a private haven, complete with its own seating area, patio access, a standing glass shower, a large corner soaking tub where you can melt the day away, double vanities, and walk-in closet. Enjoy porch access from multiple points of the home, a laundry room with a sink and a dedicated workshop area, and thoughtful built-ins throughout for storage and décor. Outside, a charming one-bedroom cabin offers incredible flexibility - perfect for hosting guests, giving family their own private space, or creating an income-producing short-term rental setup. With its own kitchen, living area, and covered porches, the cabin provides a turnkey option for Airbnb-style stays that capitalize on the property’s serene atmosphere and wide-open views. Whether you enjoy it personally or leverage it as a rental, the cabin adds tremendous versatility to the property. With expansive views in every direction, this estate captures the best of peaceful country living with endless opportunity. Schedule your showing today and experience the privacy, space, and potential this exceptional property has to offer. This is a must see to appreciate all it has!
  1. Listed by Kelly Koenning • TREC #0501459 • Jeanette Shelby, Realtors
    P: (512)-585-4257 C: (512)-585-4257 kellyk@austin.rr.com

Property Details for 948 Upper Elgin River Road

Subdivision Name
James Standifer Surv
Waterfront
No
Waterfront Description
Pond
Water Access Description
Public
View
Panoramic, Pasture
View YN
Yes
Parcel Number
R80837
Tax Lot
N/A
LISTING UPDATED: 11/16/2025 04:00 AM

Property Details for 948 Upper Elgin River Road

StatusActive
MLS #9363753
Days on Market41
Taxes$12,445 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1998
Lot Size26.99 AC / 1,175,684 SF
CountyBastrop County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Jeanette Shelby, Realtors, Kelly Koenning, TREC #0501459
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Building Information for 948 Upper Elgin River Road

Stories1Year Built1998Building Size-Lot Size26.99 AC / 1,175,684 SF

Payment Calculator

$7,856 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,819

Property Taxes

$1,037

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 948 Upper Elgin River Road

General Information
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Total: 8
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side
  • Garage: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 3
Interior
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Separate Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, In Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Multiple Living Areas, Multiple Dining Areas, Main Level Master, Multiple Primary Suites, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceilings, Walk In Closets
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Appliances: BuiltInOven, Cooktop, DoubleOven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Laundry Features: InKitchen, MainLevel
  • Restrictions: SeeRemarks
Exterior
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard, See Remarks
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Materials: Hardiplank Type, Masonry
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Porch
  • Roof: Metal
  • Fencing: Barbed Wire, Livestock, See Remarks, Wood
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Window Features: WindowTreatments
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Community Features: None
Property Information
Lot Information
  • FEMA Flood Plain: See Remarks
  • Lot Features: Flag Lot, Moderate Trees, Private, Rolling Slope, Trees Large Size, Trees Medium Size
  • Horse: No
  • Horse Amenities: None
Utilities
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Propane, Phone Connected, Underground Utilities
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Permission: IDX
Financial Information
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Assessed Value: $940,876
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Rate: 2.00%
Showing Information
Showing Information
  • Security Features: Security System Owned, Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Directions: 19 miles east of Austin. Hwy 290 East to Upper Elgin River Road.

Property History for 948 Upper Elgin River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Nov 14, 2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #9363753

$1,380,000
Jul 3, 2014

Sold

ACTRIS #3246114

Jul 3, 2014

Sold

ACTRIS #2532722

May 3, 2014

Pending

ACTRIS #3246114

$579,000
May 3, 2014

Pending

ACTRIS #2532722

$579,000
Feb 1, 2014

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #3246114

$599,000
Feb 1, 2014

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #2532722

$599,000
Feb 19, 2013

Withdrawn

ACTRIS #6773529

$599,000
Dec 1, 2012

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #6773529

$549,000
Oct 31, 2005

Expired

ACTRIS #5707176

$595,000
Oct 31, 2005

Expired

ACTRIS #6745385

$595,000
Aug 31, 2005

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #5707176

$595,000
Aug 17, 2005

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #6745385

$595,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/14/2025

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #9363753

$1,380,000
07/03/2014

Sold

ACTRIS #3246114

07/03/2014

Sold

ACTRIS #2532722

05/03/2014

Pending

ACTRIS #3246114

$579,000
05/03/2014

Pending

ACTRIS #2532722

$579,000
02/01/2014

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #3246114

$599,000
02/01/2014

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #2532722

$599,000
02/19/2013

Withdrawn

ACTRIS #6773529

$599,000
12/01/2012

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #6773529

$549,000
10/31/2005

Expired

ACTRIS #5707176

$595,000
10/31/2005

Expired

ACTRIS #6745385

$595,000
08/31/2005

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #5707176

$595,000
08/17/2005

Listed (Active)

ACTRIS #6745385

$595,000

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

Public Records for 948 Upper Elgin River Road

Taxable ValueLand$46,728Additions$589,847Total$636,575
Tax Record2024$12,053 ($1,004 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt3,825 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,825 SqFtStories1Lot Size1,175,989 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1998CountyBASTROPAPNR80837Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 948 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 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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948 Upper Elgin River Road is a single family home for sale in Elgin, TX 78621. This property was listed for sale on November 14, 2025 by Jeanette Shelby, Realtors, it's currently listed at $1,380,000. It has been on the market for a total of 41 days and was last sold on July 3, 2014. This listing's school district is Elgin Independent School District. Nearby schools include Elgin El, Elgin Middle School and Elgin High School. 948 Upper Elgin River Road is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 3,825 sqft single family home built in 1998.

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Listing Courtesy of Jeanette Shelby, Realtors, Kelly Koenning, TREC #0501459

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