Last list price
897 Sunset Dr Abilene, TX 79605
Elmwood Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,029
Sq Ft
0.26
Acres
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- Ceramic Tile Flooring
- Fire Pit
- Corner Lot
- 1-Story Property
- Central Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
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Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX Fine Properties License #0617623 Listed on: 05/07/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,135
Year Built
- Built in 1953
Lot Details
- 0.26 Acre Lot
- Chain Link Fence
- Corner Lot
Parking
- Driveway
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,029 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
Flooring
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl Plank
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Fire Pit
Schools
- Austin Elementary School
- Abilene High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Seth Sayles Of Fair Park Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 22 / 5
- Assessor Parcel Number 64685
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 20, 2018
Closed on
Jan 25, 2019
Sold by
Lamb Caralee Brannon
Bought by
Matthews Christopher A
Seller's Agent
Cindy Bolls
Hallmark Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Samantha Severa
RE/MAX Fine Properties
List Price
$65,500
Sold Price
$65,500
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.49%
Original Mortgage
$58,200
Outstanding Balance
$51,675
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$52,631
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vendors Lien | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $58,200 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/07/2025 07/07/25 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/19/2025 06/19/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/04/2025 06/04/25 | Price Changed | $85,000 | -10.5% | $83 / Sq Ft |
| 05/22/2025 05/22/25 | For Sale | $95,000 | +45.0% | $92 / Sq Ft |
| 01/25/2019 01/25/19 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/20/2018 12/20/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/20/2018 11/20/18 | For Sale | $65,500 | -- | $64 / Sq Ft |
Source: North Texas Real Estate Information Systems (NTREIS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,061 | $84,313 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $1,946 | $76,648 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1,891 | $70,121 | $3,731 | $66,390 |
| 2020 | $1,738 | $63,345 | $3,142 | $60,203 |
| 2019 | $1,558 | $60,288 | $2,244 | $58,044 |
| 2018 | $793 | $30,766 | $2,244 | $28,522 |
| 2017 | $754 | $30,320 | $2,244 | $28,076 |
| 2016 | $746 | $30,031 | $2,244 | $27,787 |
| 2015 | $690 | $29,706 | $2,244 | $27,462 |
| 2014 | $690 | $28,473 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Samantha Severa
Seller's Agent in 2025
Samantha Severa
RE/MAX
(325) 665-7438
2 in this area
71 Total Sales
-
Rachel Russell
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Rachel Russell
RE/MAX
(325) 721-1363
9 in this area
141 Total Sales
-
Brittany Lewallen
B
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Brittany Lewallen
RE/MAX
1 Total Sale
-
Kimm Ferrell
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Kimm Ferrell
RE/MAX
(325) 669-6857
7 in this area
229 Total Sales
-
C
Seller's Agent in 2019
Cindy Bolls
Hallmark Real Estate
-
Jerry McAlister
J
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019
Jerry McAlister
Hallmark Real Estate
(325) 668-0926
1 in this area
19 Total Sales
Map
Source: North Texas Real Estate Information Systems (NTREIS)
MLS Number: 20926524
APN: 64685
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