571 Balch RdElgin, TX 78621

Description

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.

Property Information

Property type

Residential

Sub-type

Single Family Residence

Year built

1999

Living area

2,120 Sq Ft

Lot size

5.00 acres

Parking spaces

6

Ownership

Fee-Simple

Days on market

159

MLS^® Listing#

1211162

Property Features

Interior

Ceiling Fan(s) · Double Vanity · In-Law Floorplan · Kitchen Island · Natural Woodwork · Open Floorplan · Smart Home · Master Downstairs

Exterior

Garden · Rain Gutters · Playground · RV Hookup

Appliances

Oven · Dishwasher · Disposal · Gas Cooktop · Microwave · Stainless Steel Appliance(s) · Water Heater · Water Purifier Owned · Water Softener Owned

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s) · Central Air

Heating

Central · Propane

Flooring

Carpet · Tile · Vinyl

Pool

Above Ground · Fenced · Vinyl · Private

Parking

Additional Parking · Carport · Covered · Driveway · Electric Gate · Gated · Gravel · RV Access/Parking · Workshop in Garage

Laundry

Laundry Room · Main Level

Patio

Covered · Front Porch · Rear Porch

Fencing

Fenced · Cross Fenced · Electric · Full · Perimeter · Wire

Lot features

Farm · Garden · Gentle Sloping · Orchard(s) · Rolling Slope · Views

Construction

Wood Siding · See Remarks

Foundation

Slab

Roof

Composition

Windows

Double Pane Windows · Window Treatments

Security

Security System

Other structures

Barn(s) · Corral(s) · Grain Storage · Greenhouse · Poultry Coop · Storage · Workshop

Community

None

Utilities

Cable Available · Cable Connected · Electricity Available · Propane · Sewer Connected · Water Connected

Sewer

Aerobic Septic · Septic Tank

Water source

Public

Schools

Elementary

Elgin

Middle

Elgin

High

Elgin

Financial Details

HOA

None

Annual taxes

$12,333Tax year 2025

Assessed value

$630,700

Parcel number

81369

Directions

290 to 95 to Upper Elgin to Balch