$159,000
PENDING

523 Old Highway 20 Mc Dade, TX 78650

Estimated payment $1,018/month

Total Views 32,854
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,040 Sq Ft
$153 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Corner Lot
  • Rear Porch
  • Wooded Lot
  • No HOA
  • Screened Patio

About This Home

This peaceful McDade home offers the charm of small town living with the convenience of being just minutes from Elgin and Hwy 290. Set in a quiet, established area of northern Bastrop County, the property provides easy access to Bastrop and Austin while maintaining the calm, relaxed pace many buyers are searching for. Situated on a spacious 0.572 acre lot, the property features mature trees and ample room for additional improvements, offering flexibility for those looking to expand, add outdoor features, or explore the possibility of a tiny home or secondary structure. A welcoming covered front porch and a bright sunroom create multiple spaces to relax and enjoy peaceful mornings or quiet evenings year round. The interior has been well cared for and offers a comfortable, livable layout ready for its next chapter. Located within walking distance to the McDade post office and only eight miles southeast of Elgin, this property delivers everyday convenience without sacrificing peace and privacy. Whether you’re looking for a primary residence, a weekend retreat, or a long term investment, this home presents a rare opportunity to enjoy affordability, land, and small-town character all in one.

Listing Agent

Melissa Hudson

eXp Realty, LLC Brokerage Phone: (512) 773-5735 License #0627476 Listed on: 12/30/2025

eXp Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,929

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

Lot Details

  • 24,916 Sq Ft Lot
  • North Facing Home
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Outside Parking

Home Design

  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,040 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Blinds
  • Views of Woods
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Laundry on main level

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Screened Patio
  • Shed
  • Rear Porch

Schools

  • Mcdade Elementary And Middle School
  • Elgin High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Space Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Mcdade City Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 10198
  • Tax Block 21D

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,929

Year Built

Built in 1965

Lot Details

0.57 Acres

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Directions: From Highway 290, take TX-20 toward McDade. Continue into McDade, then turn onto Waco Street. Follow Waco Street to Old Highway 20, turn left, and the property will be on the left.
  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
  • Fencing: None
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Green Energy Efficient: None
  • Green Sustainability: None
  • Levels: One
  • Living Area: 1040
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
  • Special Listing Conditions: Standard
  • Attribution Contact: (512) 773-5735
  • ETJ Extra Territorial Jurdn: No
  • Estimated Taxes: 2377.00
  • FEMA Flood Plain: No
  • Current Price Lot Size Squ: 6.38
  • Current Price By Living Ar: 152.88
  • "Current Price By Original ": 1.00
  • List Price Lot Size Square: 6.38
  • List Price By Living Area: 152.88
  • List Price By Original Lis: 1.00
  • Restrictions: None
  • Tax Exemptions: Homestead,Over 65
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Appliances: Free-Standing Range
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Window Features: Blinds
  • Laundry Location: Main Level

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: None
  • Roof: Metal
  • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Screened
  • Pool Features: None
  • Private Pool: No
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Outside
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Space Heater
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)

Association/Amenities

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: McDade
  • High School: Elgin
  • Middle/Junior School: McDade
  • Junior High Dist: McDade ISD

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level, Trees-Moderate
  • Parcel Number: 10198
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.572
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 24916.32
  • Subdivision Name: McDade City

Building Info

  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • New Construction: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 21D
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1928.56
  • Tax Filled Sqft Total: 1040
  • Tax Rate: 1.45825000000000

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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
2025 $306 $132,252 -- --
2023 $306 $109,299 -- --
2022 $514 $99,363 $0 $0
2021 $1,497 $118,089 $56,149 $61,940
2020 $1,396 $130,037 $58,161 $71,876
2019 $1,344 $74,653 $20,020 $71,471
2018 $1,218 $67,866 $14,300 $73,756
2017 $1,139 $61,696 $14,300 $52,683
2016 $1,036 $56,087 $14,300 $41,787
2015 $861 $56,087 $14,300 $41,787
2014 $861 $56,087 $14,300 $41,787
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/12/2026 03/12/26 Pending -- -- --
12/30/2025 12/30/25 For Sale $159,000 -- $153 / Sq Ft
Source: Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)

About the Listing Agent

Melissa Hudson

eXp Realty, LLC

(737) 299-0077

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I’m Melissa Hudson, REALTOR® and local real estate expert serving the Greater Austin area. I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to experience the financial benefits of homeownership, and it’s my mission to help as many people as I can achieve that dream. Whether you’re buying, selling, investing, or just need guidance, you can count on me to be there every step of the way. ??

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Source: Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)

MLS Number: 7456225

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APN: 10198

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