3938 State Highway 53, Temple, TX 76501
OFF MARKET

3938 State Highway 53
Temple, TX 76501

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,036 sqft (on 15.55 acres)

$549,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,497/mo*
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$549,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,497/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,036 sqft
(on 15.55 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

HOME WITH ACREAGE Custom built home 2 miles from Downtown Temple on 15.55 Acres. Stock Tank, seasonal creek w/ BBQ area, fully fenced & cross fenced with coastal pasture. Oversized attached agrage, detached garage/workshop. Mature pecan trees, greenhouse, garden areas, hot house, barn, chicken house,& corral. Property allows livestock, fishiung & hunting. $239,000.
3938 State Highway 53, Temple, TX 76501 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,036 sqft single-family home built in 1960. It last sold for $230,000 on Sep 29, 2014. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $549,300, with a rent estimate of $1,790/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 3938 State Highway 53

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Carpet
Interior Details
Additional StorageStorage
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionExterior: BrickFoundation Type: Crawl Raised
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1960
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 15.55 acres

Price History for 3938 State Highway 53

DatePriceEventSource
09/29/2014--Sold
Central Texas MLS #9104191
05/09/2014$239,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Temple

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$256K
$3.25KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.0%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$148
$3MoM
Available listings
691
28MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,840
Assessment$653,234
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3938 State Highway 53

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3267 Dairy Rd, Temple, TX
0.48
Single-Family Home
-
03/19/26
4
2
1,472
637 Osage Ln, Temple, TX
0.65
Single-Family Home
-
12/08/25
3
2
1,520
2501 E Adams Ave, Temple, TX
0.99
Single-Family Home
-
05/15/26
4
3
1,426
2430 Moreno Spur, Temple, TX
1.12
Single-Family Home
-
04/20/26
4
2.5
2,366
1023 Peppermint Dr, Temple, TX
1.33
Single-Family Home
-
08/27/25
4
3
1,863
1007 Peppermint Dr, Temple, TX
1.34
Single-Family Home
-
07/09/25
4
3
1,854
1323 Coriander Rd, Temple, TX
1.24
Single-Family Home
-
03/27/26
3
2
1,501
1311 Coriander Rd, Temple, TX
1.22
Single-Family Home
-
05/21/26
3
2
1,415
1221 Coriander Rd, Temple, TX
1.20
Single-Family Home
-
05/29/26
3
2
1,263
2240 Oregano Ct, Temple, TX
1.19
Single-Family Home
-
07/24/25
4
2
1,665

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What Locals Say about Temple

At least 616 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say car is needed

  • 84 % Say parking is easy

  • 80 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 79 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 77 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say it's quiet

  • 54 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 45 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 43 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 40 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 40 % Say there's wildlife

  • 28 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 23 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 21 % Say there are community events

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  • Traci Fulmer
    "Quiet, dark, trees, deer. Great community. Perfect for walks anytime. Friendly neighbors. Great place for kids and families"
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  • Trulia User
    "No public transportation but everything is short driving distance so as long as you have a car it’s not a problem. "
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  • David o Onyango
    "We are growing community with a lot of things to look forward to. They are many investments comming."
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  • Mary Blades
    "This is a family oriented neighborhood. Almost everyone decorated for the holidays and my family feels safe and comfortable. Everyone is friendly here and the schools are amazing! "
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  • Ashley Kabler Realtor
    "Neighborhood BBQs help with each other’s kids watch out for everyone and their homes when out of town. "
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  • Kaye W.
    "People walk their dogs and seem to keep them well controlled there can be a lot of barking at times though. Yards are not overly large for a dog to have lots of room to run."
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  • Basja69
    "Dog walkers are frequently present. Lease law enforced. Stray pets are put on web to identify owners. "
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  • Misti
    "eh. not really any dog parks around but there are quite a few dog friendly hiking trails. I take mine all the time when I can"
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  • Jessica R.
    "Fourth of July is the best in temple. There are different food vendors as well as games and moon walks for the kids. All types of food trucks with different types of food. "
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  • Marc L.
    "Area is quiet and safe, commute from Fort Hood everyday. It's worth the 25 minute drive to live here versus living in Killeen."
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  • Joycetwo
    "Nice quiet neighborhood with other dogs that cause no threat when going on walks. City ordinance require owners to leash their dogs. The neighborhood is dog friendly. "
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  • Lorra T.
    "NOT LIKE. Unfortunately there are no sidewalks or street lights in our neighborhood LIKE generally quite area and friendly people "
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  • Sarah E.
    "everyone walks their dogs every day. super welcoming and fur-friendly............................... "
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  • Kaye W.
    "Lots of kids in the area! Family oriented neighborhood. Yards are small lots of bike riders but lots of cars parked on the street. "
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  • Susandarron
    "friendly schools activities public transportation youth centers playgrounds water park colleges and University"
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  • Felicialeggett39
    "The area is very dog friendly with many walking trails and sidewalks. The apartment complex has a dog walk park on the grounds with dog stations with poop bags. Their is also a close by walking trail that many dog owners and families frequently visit "
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  • David S.
    "None that we've seen. After 2 yrs here this area has been very quiet. Most neighbors are elderly and hardly exit their homes but to check their mailboxes "
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  • Allen W.
    "People get upset when other let there dog or any animal poop anywhere without picking it up. Especially if it is in someone’s yard."
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  • Trulia User
    "I have lived here one year. Great prices on rentals and for sale. Good selection, something for everyone. Plenty of shopping. Slower pace, good options for active life. Started as an experiment now I love it. "
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  • Shalena M.
    "schools are not the best here maybe a good plave to retire or good for bussiness but not the best for family fun. they really need to build another highschool because temple high is crazy crowded which doesnt alow as much time per student. "
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  • Angel P.
    "They do not have side walks so play time outside should be supervised if in the front. The places are somewhat close."
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  • Mary J. W.
    "Need a car to go anywhere. Not heard of Uber here and have not seen a cab in years! Fortunately I work from home "
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  • Aaron C.
    "Lots of parks close by. It seems to be a good place for kids to be able to go out and play with friends."
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  • Kyle C.
    "this area is full of crime, stay away from here unless you like stuff being stolen from you. also the amount of people moving here has driven prices up and crime up. thanks everyone "
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  • Golightly91
    "veteran friendly neighborhoods, police patrol frequently and have great response times. close to belton for special events "
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  • Dominique F. G.
    "It's very quiet and everything is near by. neighbors are very friendly and helpful. I've been her for a few years now and dont have any complaints. "
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  • Cheri W.
    "Ready to move in the country. Temple is growing too fast and can't keep up with the growth. the homes are too close together and people aren't very friendly "
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  • Kandice N.
    "Halloween is amazing here tons of neighbors are out and about. Kids are walking the streets in costume and all houses have candy. Christmas lights on almost every house. Very holiday friendly neighborhoods. "
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  • Mznetta
    "New to the area from Midwest. Love the sun, residential space is good, plenty of amenities nearby, friendly neighbors. "
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  • Wilsongeneva98
    "I just moved into the neighborhood and it’s nice and friendly and just a wonderful place to live and to raise a family. "
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  • Ingramtrevor10
    "We have a semi gated community and everyone is generally very nice. Some neighbors are stuck up about the “gated” aspect of the community but you’ll have those people anywhere."
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  • Michelle K.
    "Must driving there is nothing within walking distance except a seven eleven and dollar general......"
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  • Ingramtrevor10
    "There are always bad apples but the general population is very kind and courteous. People often waive if you waive. The community definitely looks out for each other."
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  • Trulia User
    "my commute is fairly short. you have easy access to the highway to reach where you are going faster. "
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  • Jenna L.
    "My neighborhood is close to 35 which is great for my husband who works in Austin, although terrible for noise. I work at Scott and White and the commute is only 5 minutes "
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  • YWood
    "Easy access to grocery store, Walmart, hospital, schools, church, playground. Nice homes. Quiet, well kept."
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  • Eric H.
    "we have friendly people and safe neighbours.We have parks and walking trails and can keep your children safe from harm "
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  • Keilan A.
    "Depending on the area Temple is a nice place to live. Very family oriented and the people are very friendly. I’d stay here if I didn’t go to school in Killeen. So if you looking for a homely heart felt town temple is the place. "
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  • Patricia R.
    "I know my neighbors I know they kids we look after one another when someone's leaving their home we watch our neighborhood friendly Neighbors walking their pets"
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