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Property Description
Charming 1932 Farmhouse on 13.78 Acres - Court-Ordered Sale Discover this vintage two-story farmhouse on 13.78 gently rolling acres just outside La Grange, Texas. Built in 1932, the home offers timeless charm, mature trees, and a peaceful creek setting. Downstairs includes a spacious living room, formal dining, and kitchen with gas range, two-dishwasher plumbing, and extra freezer space. There's also a bedroom, full bath, and laundry with a sliding barn door. Upstairs features three bedrooms, another full bath, and a large primary suite with unfinished ensuite. Note: the staircase is incomplete and lacks a handrail; upper level has no AC. This is a court-ordered sale, offering a rare chance to restore a classic home in a beautiful, private setting. All contracts subject to court approval.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1688 E State Hwy 71
General
- Price: $375,000
- Taxes: (2024)
- Status: Under Contract
- Type: Farm Single-Family
- Source: Austin_MLS
- MLS ID: 8107320
- Updated: 2/23/2026
- Added to Site: 317 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: See Remarks
- Appliances: See Remarks
- Flooring: See Remarks
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms Main: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Main Level
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: See Remarks
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Security/Safety: See Remarks
Exterior
- Exterior Features: See Remarks
- Porch/Patio/Deck: See Remarks
Parking
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: See Remarks
Location
- Area: FC
- County: Fayette
- Subdivision: N/A
- Driving Directions: From Austin: Take Hwy 71 East through Bastrop and La Grange. Property is on the right, just past town. From Houston: Take I-10 West to Columbus. Exit for Hwy 71 West toward La Grange. Property is on the left, just before town.
- Direction Faces: North
School Information
- Elem School District: La Grange ISD
- Midd School District: La Grange ISD
- High School District: La Grange ISD
- Elementary School: Hermes
- Middle School: La Grange
- High School: La Grange
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Well: Yes
- Utility Description: See Remarks
Structural Information
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Metal
- Windows: See Remarks
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 2,920
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Living Area: 2,920 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1932
- Year Built Source: Owner
- Property Condition: See Remarks
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: See Remarks
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 13.78
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 600,256.8
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: See Remarks
- Fencing (Description): See Remarks
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: Creek, Seasonal
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: See Remarks
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $482,408
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: See Remarks
- Documents Avail.: See Remarks
- Legal Description: ABS A042 EBLIN J LG, 13.78 ACRES, HSE, GAR, SHED
- Disclosures/Reports: See Remarks
- Property ID: 32252
- Lot Number: 32252
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Schools
Schools serving 1688 E State Hwy 71
School District:La Grange Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
La Grange Elementary School 315 South Jackson Street, La Grange, TX 78945 | PK-6 | 1.6 mi |
La Grange Middle School 640 East Eblin Street, La Grange, TX 78945 | 7-8 | 1.5 mi |
La Grange High School 820 South Vail Street, La Grange, TX 78945 | 9-12 | 1.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1688 E State Hwy 71
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/15/2026
Price Reduced
$375,000
-11.76%
MLS
11/12/2025
Price Reduced
$425,000
-10.53%
MLS
7/15/2025
Price Reduced
$475,000
-4.04%
MLS
6/24/2025
Price Reduced
$495,000
-5.71%
MLS
5/29/2025
Price Reduced
$525,000
-4.55%
MLS
4/17/2025
Listed
$550,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1688 E State Hwy 71
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,871
-24%
$500,038
-16%
2022
$6,407
—
$593,570
4%
2022
$6,407
—
$573,380
31%
2022
$6,407
43%
$436,520
58%
2021
$4,491
—
$277,060
—
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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