Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/06/2026
Listed
$279,000
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MLS
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Property Description
**RARE FIND IN DESIRABLE HIGHLAND ADDN** This one is move-in ready & very special! Such a wonderful & lucrative opportunity for investors out there seeking the perfect short-term rental for an airbnb with solid long-term potential. Equally, a wonderful opportunity for that family out there needing a home with enough space for the whole family to comfortably fall in love with. Beautifully renovated 5 bed, 2 bath home offering 1727 sq.ft. of masterfully updated living space. This classic 1945 build blends timeless charm with modern style. The warm designer colors, abundant natural light, and thoughtfully selected finishes create an inviting and elevated feel throughout. Quality upgrades include new windows throughout, new ext. & int. doors, new trim, fresh int. & ext. paint, designer lighting, new LVP flooring in main areas, new carpet in bedrooms & upstairs living area, granite counters, new bathtubs, tiled showers, new plumbing fixtures, new toilets, new stainless-steel appliances (including refrigerator), washer & dryer combo, water heater & fresh landscaping. ALL appliances will stay! Roof replaced approx. 4 to 5 years ago & mechanically sound with recent plumbing inspection & a fully serviced HVAC system. The layout is also what makes this home shine! All 5 bedrooms are spacious with large closets. Downstairs features 2 of the bedrooms, a full bath, spacious kitchen with an island, 1 of the 2 living areas & a dining area. Upstairs, you'll find a large 2nd living area surrounded by 3 more bedrooms & another full bath. Outside, the large backyard & its rear entry with alley access are highly attractive features. Theres plenty of room to construct a workshop, garage, carport or whatever your heart desires. Lastly, the amount of parking space is definitely a feature that makes this property really stand out from the competition. Lengthy driveway that will easily accommodate 4 to 5 large trucks or can be used for RV campers.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2226 Melrose St
General
- Price: $279,000
- Taxes: $4,780
- Status: Pending
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NTREIS
- MLS ID: 21201303
- Updated: 3/23/2026
- Added to Site: 28 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Decorative/Designer Lighting Fixtures, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Loft, Multiple Master Suites, Other, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace(s): Decorative, Electric
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl Plank
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Laundry in Utility Room, In Kitchen, Other
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Rear Porch, Front Porch, Side Porch, Covered
Parking
- Parking Features: Additional Parking, Alley Access, Driveway, On Site, Other, Oversized, Paved, Parking Pad, On Street, Boat, RV Access/Parking
Location
- County: Taylor
- Subdivision: Highland Add
- Driving Directions: Sayles Blvd to S. 8th. S. 8th to Highland. Highland to Melrose or can use GPS
School Information
- Elem School District: Abilene ISD
- Midd School District: Abilene ISD
- High School District: Abilene ISD
- Elementary School: Bowie
- Middle School: Madison
- High School: Cooper
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Electric
- Heating Type: Central, Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Sewer Available, Water Available
Structural Information
- Property Detached: Yes
- Architectural Style: Detached
- Structure Type: House
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Roof: Composition
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Living Area: 1,727 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1946
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.186
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,102.16
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Lawn, Landscaped
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard, Chain Link, Gate, High Fence, Privacy, Wood
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Windows
Financial Considerations
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale
- Tax Amount: $4,780
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: HIGHLAND ADDN, BLOCK 12, LOT E 32 LT 11 & W26
- Property ID: 28403
- Block: 12
- Lot Number: 11
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Schools
Schools serving 2226 Melrose St
School District:Abilene Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Bowie Elementary School, Abilene, TX 2034 Jeanette Street, Abilene, TX 79602 | K-5 | 1.4 mi |
Madison Middle School 3145 Barrow Street, Abilene, TX 79605 | 6-8 | 2.1 mi |
Cooper High School 3639 Sayles Boulevard, Abilene, TX 79605 | 9-12 | 2.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 2226 Melrose St
Tax History
Tax History for 2226 Melrose St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,700
-68%
$210,899
3%
2023
$5,353
—
$204,065
-12%
2023
$5,353
-11%
$232,211
-2%
2022
$6,024
32%
$237,257
39%
2021
$4,549
176%
$170,348
179%
2020
$1,648
8%
$61,081
3%
2018
$1,533
-5%
$59,346
1%
2019
$1,618
7%
$58,983
1%
2017
$1,506
3%
$58,456
-1%
2016
$1,462
2%
$58,829
1%
2015
$1,430
2%
$58,317
1%
2014
$1,402
2%
$57,871
-1%
2013
$1,370
—
$58,533
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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2226 Melrose Street, Abilene, TX 79605 (MLS# 21201303) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 2226 Melrose Street is currently listed for $279,000 and was received on March 06, 2026. Want to learn more about 2226 Melrose Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Abilene? You can browse all Abilene real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.