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919 Sqft
13.50 Lot Acres
Country Homes/Acreage

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Rustic rural retreat on scenic FM 1296 near Waelder. 13.5-acre gem just 60 miles from Austin & 120 miles from Houston w/plenty of open pasture & no restrictions. Perfect for weekend get-aways or active homestead. 919 SF 1/1 home country-style cottage near front of property, but don't let "rustic" charm fool you—remodeled in 2007 w/comfort, longevity & efficiency in mind. Remodel included Hardie siding & updated electrical & plumbing systems (insulated PEX). The walls & ceilings are insulated & roof has radiant-barrier. Features include fenced yard & wood decking. Inside, the combined living/kitchen area offers solid pine wood floors & cedar accented walls & trim & appliances (electric range, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave), 40-gal electric water heater, washer & dryer hookups. Bath has working jet tub. Minerals are available. Seller would consider leasing back a portion of the grazing pasture for agriculture use, including hay production and ag tax exemption.

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MLS#
71437314
List Price
$285,000 ($310/Sqft.)
Listing Status
Under Contract – P
Address
471 FM 1296
City
State
TX
Zip Code
Subdivision
NA
Legal Description
A431 WILLIAMS, S.M., ACRES 5.88, PART OF 145.88 AC (140.00 A
Property Type
Country Homes/Acreage
Stories
1
Building Size
919 Sqft/Appraisal District
Architecture Style
Farmhouse
Year Built
1955 /Appraisal District
Land Use
AGRCRL,CATTL,HRSAL,LEISR,UNRST
Lot Size
13.50 Lot Acres/Survey
LP / Acre
$21,111 / Acre
Key Map©
1
Has House
Yes
Road Frontage
Farm to Market

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Exterior

Foundation
Block & Beam
Private Pool
No
Lot Description
Cleared
Controlled Access
Driveway Gate
Water Sewer
Other Water/Sewer, Septic Tank
Road Surface
Asphalt
Front Door Face
North
Area Pool
No
Tree Description
No Trees

Rooms

Primary Bedroom
14 x 15, 1st

Interior

Floors
Wood
Bathroom Description
Primary Bath: Jetted Tub, Primary Bath: Tub/Shower Combo
Bedroom Description
Primary Bed - 1st Floor
Kitchen Description
Breakfast Bar,Kitchen open to Family Room,Pantry,Second Sink
Room Description
Kitchen/Dining Combo, Living Area - 1st Floor
Cooling
Window Units
Heating
Space Heater
Connections
Electric Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
Dishwasher
Yes
Disposal
No
Microwave
Yes
Range
Electric Range
Energy Feature
Insulation - Blown Cellulose, Insulation - Rigid Foam, Radiant Attic Barrier
Interior
Refrigerator Included

Financial information

Financing Considered
Cash Sale, Conventional, FHA, Texas Veterans Land Board, USDA Loan, VA
Other Fees
No
Maintenance Fee
No

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List Type
Exclusive Right to Sell/Lease

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Bubela Real Estate

603 N. Main Street, Schulenburg, TX 78956
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Houston Association of REALTORS®
Source last updated Apr 15, 2026 at 10:58 AM
Listing last updated Mar 26, 2026 at 10:48 AM
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