State Highway 53, Temple, TX 76501
OFF MARKET

State Highway 53
Temple, TX 76501

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
3 Beds
2 Baths
(on 46.04 acres)

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Description

Property has good investment potential with over 2000' of frontage on St Hwy 53, 4 state approved culverts, 40 x 75 workshop with office & restroom and 30 x 60 workshop/paint shop previously used for welding and decorative wrought iron works, 24 x 50 barn/tractor shed, 3BR/2BA house in fair condition, two 20car carports. Property has some nice wooded areas with large trees, stock pond, and is traversed by North Elm Creek. There is some wildlife on the property including dove and deer.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from August 02, 2024

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Carport Spaces
Outdoor
Patio
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for State Highway 53

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Oven, Some Electric Appliances, RangeLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,Laundry in Utility Room,Laundry Room
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Hardwood, Linoleum
View
Has a ViewView: Meadow, Pond, Creek/Stream, Seasonal View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Composition ShinglePatio / Porch: Enclosed, PatioFencing: Barbed Wire, Chain Link, Wrought IronVegetation: Partially WoodedOther Structures: Workshop, OutbuildingExterior: PatioFoundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
Parking & Garage
Number of Carport Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a CarportParking Spaces: 2Parking: Carport
Frontage
Road Frontage: HighwayRoad Surface Type: AsphaltNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic TankWater Body: Creek-Seasonal, Fields, Pond/Stock Tank
Farm & Range
Allowed to Raise Horses
Surface & Elevation
Topography: Sloping

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 92

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1974
Property Type / Style
Property Type: FarmProperty Subtype: Unimproved Land, FarmArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Condition: ResaleUsage of Home: Agricultural, Cattle, Grazing, Horses, Hunting, Residential, RecreationalParcel Number: 48911, 48912, 93293 (Falls Co. 39913, 27434, 29779

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $685,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Jul 02 2024Possession Timing: Closing & Funding

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Temple
School Information
Elementary School District: Rosebud-Lott ISDJr High / Middle School District: Rosebud-Lott ISDHigh School District: Rosebud-Lott ISD

HOA

Association for this Listing: Temple Belton Board of REALTORS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 46.037 Acres

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 539326Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttic: Pull Down Stairs, Partially FlooredWater ViewWater View: Pond, Creek/StreamAbove Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetActivation Date: Wed Apr 03 2024Below Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-48027-N-48911, 48912, 93293 (Falls Co 39913, 27434, 29779-R-N
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by James Hering, (254) 718-4721
James Hering Realty
Bought with: NON-MEMBER AGENT, 122-2333 x3, Non Member Office
Originating MLS: Temple Belton Board of REALTORS
Source: Central Texas MLS, MLS#539326

Price History for State Highway 53

DatePriceEventSource
08/02/2024--Sold
Central Texas MLS #539326
08/02/2024$685,000PendingCentral Texas MLS #539326
07/04/2024$685,000ContingentCentral Texas MLS #539326
06/12/2024$1,296,300PriceChange
WMLS #223553
04/04/2024$1,994,999PendingWMLS #216972
04/03/2024$685,000PriceChange
Central Texas MLS #539326
12/22/2023$1,994,999PriceChange
WMLS #216972
07/25/2023$1,995,000Listed For SaleWMLS #216972

Market trends in Temple

Last updated April 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$252K
$1.26KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.9%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$144
$2MoM
Available listings
718
23MoM
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Comparable Sales for State Highway 53

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
18854 State Highway 53, Temple, TX
1.56
Lot/Land
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07/11/25
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Airville Rd, Temple, TX
2.15
Lot/Land
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06/09/25
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State Highway 53, Temple, TX
3.76
Lot/Land
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09/09/25
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3510 Cen Tex Loop, Temple, TX
4.34
Lot/Land
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12/19/25
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Highway 53, Temple, TX
4.27
Lot/Land
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09/25/25
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FM 1671, Rosebud, TX
4.96
Lot/Land
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09/26/25
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FM 485, Burlington, TX
6.21
Lot/Land
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02/09/26
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County Road 387, Lott, TX
5.94
Lot/Land
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02/09/26
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9195 FM 3369, Temple, TX
6.44
Lot/Land
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10/30/25
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13466 Wedel Cemetery Rd, Rogers, TX
7.79
Lot/Land
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11/21/25
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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

  • 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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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.

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State Highway 53, Temple, TX 76501 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom lot/land built in 1974. This property is not currently available for sale. State Highway 53 was last sold on Aug 2, 2024 for $625,000 (9% lower than the asking price of $685,000).