Is a car needed in Temple, TX?

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Are yards well-kept in Temple, TX?

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Does Temple, TX show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 77% of users say there's holiday spirit

Do kids play outside in Temple, TX?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say kids play outside

As of early 2026, 65% of users say it's quiet

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Do residents of Temple, TX plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

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As of early 2026, 43% of users say there are sidewalks

Are the streets well-lit in Temple, TX?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say streets are well-lit

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As of early 2026, 39% of users say there's wildlife

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FOR SALE

816 E Avenue M
Temple, TX 76504

2 Beds
1 Bath
910 sqft

$152,999

$159,900

Est. Mortgage $1,017/mo*

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$152,999

$159,900

Est. Mortgage $1,017/mo*

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2 Beds

1 Bath

910 sqft

Local Information

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Description

This BEAUTIFULLY REMODELED HOME was taken down to the studs and thoughtfully updated throughout. Features include new sheetrock, modern texture and paint, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and a fully updated kitchen with new cabinets, appliances, gas range, and refrigerator. Major system upgrades include plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and a new roof — all completed in 2025. The bathroom offers an updated tub/shower combo and fixtures. Fresh exterior paint enhances curb appeal, while the covered back porch provides the perfect space to relax or entertain. With its charming cottage feel, this home is ideal for a first-time buyer or anyone seeking move-in-ready comfort.

Home Highlights

Parking

No Info

Outdoor

Porch

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

$168

Listed

97 days ago

Home Details for 816 E Avenue M

Active Status
MLS Status: Active

Interior Features
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bathroom, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 910 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Cable Available, Natural Gas Available, High Speed Internet Available, Trash Collection PublicAppliances: Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Some Electric Appliances, Some Gas AppliancesLaundry: Washer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup,Laundry in Utility Room,Laundry RoomRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling Heating: Central,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Electric,1 UnitHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace: NoneNo FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Levels: One
View No ViewView: None

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: Composition ShinglePatio / Porch: Covered, PorchFencing: Chain Link, PartialOther Structures: StorageExterior: Porch, StorageFoundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
Parking & Garage No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: No Garage
Pool Pool: None
Frontage Road Frontage: City StreetRoad Surface Type: AsphaltNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public SewerWater Body: None

Days on Market
Cumulative Days on Market: 73Days on Market: 97

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1940
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional
Building Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type, Lap Siding
Property Information Condition: ResaleParcel Number: 129687

Price & Status
Price List Price: $152,999Price Per Sqft: $168
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Closing & Funding

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Location
Direction & Address City: TempleCommunity: Carver Terrace
School Information Elementary School District: Temple ISDJr High / Middle School District: Temple ISDHigh School District: Temple ISD

Agent Information
Listing Agent Listing ID: 603226

Community
Community Features: None

HOA
Association for this Listing: Temple Belton Board of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information
Lot Area: 5000.688 sqft

Offer
Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, Texas Vet, VA Loan

Miscellaneous
Mls Number: 603226Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttic: Access OnlyAttribution Contact: 254-939-3800Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetActivation Date: Sat Jan 31 2026Below Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-48027-N-129687-R-N

Additional Information
NoneDays On Market Replication: 73

Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago

Listing courtesy of Tanya Cosper, (254) 939-3800

Covington Real Estate, Inc.

Originating MLS: Temple Belton Board of REALTORS

Source: Central Texas MLS, MLS#603226

Also Listed on Central Texas MLS.

Price History for 816 E Avenue M

Date	Price	Event	Source
04/14/2026	$152,999	PriceChange	Central Texas MLS #603226
Price Change $6,901 (-4%)
03/10/2026	$159,900	PriceChange	Central Texas MLS #603226
Price Change $10,000 (-6%)
01/31/2026	$169,900	Listed For Sale	Central Texas MLS #603226

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Property Tax and Assessment

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Tax	$1,907
Assessment	$79,848

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 816 E Avenue M

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
1012 S 22nd St, Temple, TX	0.22	Single-Family Home	-	09/02/25	3	1	768
710 Dunbar Rd, Temple, TX	0.13	Single-Family Home	-	07/14/25	3	1	1,112
915 S 6th St, Temple, TX	0.44	Single-Family Home	-	12/01/25	2	1	800
705 E Avenue N, Temple, TX	0.12	Single-Family Home	-	06/06/25	3	2	1,215
1005 S 22nd St, Temple, TX	0.27	Single-Family Home	-	05/06/26	3	2	958
1317 S 10th St, Temple, TX	0.25	Single-Family Home	-	08/06/25	1	1	706
1418 S 3rd St, Temple, TX	0.69	Single-Family Home	-	02/17/26	2	1	1,272
716 S 28th St, Temple, TX	0.54	Single-Family Home	-	06/02/25	2	1.5	1,072
1309 S 4th St, Temple, TX	0.41	Single-Family Home	-	01/19/26	1	1	720
816 S Terrace St, Temple, TX	0.37	Single-Family Home	-	08/29/25	3	2	936

Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Temple

At least 614 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
44 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
43 % Say there are sidewalks
40 % Say streets are well-lit
39 % 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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1y ago
"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
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1y ago
"We are growing community with a lot of things to look forward to. They are many investments comming."
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Mary Blades
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2y ago
"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
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2y ago
"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.
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5y ago
"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
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5y ago
"Dog walkers are frequently present. Lease law enforced. Stray pets are put on web to identify owners. "
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Misti
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5y ago
"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.
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5y ago
"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.
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5y ago
"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
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5y ago
"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.
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5y ago
"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.
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5y ago
"everyone walks their dogs every day. super welcoming and fur-friendly............................... "
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Kaye W.
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5y ago
"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
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5y ago
"friendly schools activities public transportation youth centers playgrounds water park colleges and University"
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Felicialeggett39
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5y ago
"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.
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6y ago
"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.
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6y ago
"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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6y ago
"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.
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6y ago
"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.
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6y ago
"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.
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6y ago
"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.
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6y ago
"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.
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6y ago
"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
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6y ago
"veteran friendly neighborhoods, police patrol frequently and have great response times. close to belton for special events "
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Dominique F. G.
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6y ago
"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.
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6y ago
"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.
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6y ago
"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
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6y ago
"New to the area from Midwest. Love the sun, residential space is good, plenty of amenities nearby, friendly neighbors. "
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Wilsongeneva98
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6y ago
"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
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6y ago
"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.
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6y ago
"Must driving there is nothing within walking distance except a seven eleven and dollar general......"
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Ingramtrevor10
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6y ago
"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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"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.
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"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
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"Easy access to grocery store, Walmart, hospital, schools, church, playground. Nice homes. Quiet, well kept."
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Eric H.
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7y ago
"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.
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7y ago
"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.
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"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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"Gated community and a neighborhood of professionals who take care of their homes. Construction workers are working on roads and building new homes in the area. Great place for a family to enjoy life. "
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Tanya Cosper, Covington Real Estate, Inc.

Agent Phone: (254) 939-3800

Listing and property data is from an Internet Data Exchange (IDX) provided by the Central Texas MLS. Some properties which appear for sale on the website may no longer be available because they are for instance, under contract, sold or are no longer being offered for sale. IDX information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Copyright 2026 Central Texas MLS, All Rights Reserved.

816 E Avenue M, Temple, TX 76504 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 910 sqft single-family home built in 1940. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Central Texas MLS on Jan 31, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 603226.

816 E Avenue M
Temple, TX 76504

$152,999

$152,999

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