797 Marlin St, Mcdade, TX, 78650
About This Home
22 ACRES. UNRESTRICTED. YOUR VISION STARTS HERE. This is a true blank canvas, covered with mature trees that naturally create privacy, shade, and character from day one. Add in seller financing, a newly installed culvert, and a cut driveway, and you’ve got the groundwork in place to bring your vision to life—your way, on your timeline. Welcome to your piece of the Texas countryside in McDade—where space, seclusion, and long-term upside align. This 22-acre tract gives buyers the flexibility they’re chasing: Design and build your custom home, barndominium from the ground up or mobile home! Create a private weekend escape or future investment hold Establish your homestead, bring animals, and carve out your lifestyle Surrounded by rolling terrain, native trees, and wide-open skies, this property delivers that peaceful rural feel—while still being just minutes from Elgin and Bastrop for everyday convenience. Why this property stands out: Seller financing = flexible path to ownership Blank canvas = build exactly what you want Mature trees = built-in privacy and natural beauty Cleared access with culvert already installed Positioned in a high-growth Bastrop County corridor Opportunities like this aren’t about what’s already there—they’re about what’s possible. Let’s turn your vision into reality.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Farm
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 10016
- Special condition: See Remarks
Features
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Rural,Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 22.00 Acres
- Features: Private,Public Maintained Road,Trees-Heavy,Many Trees
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
- Drought
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Texas Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,028 | $36,336 |
| Home Insurance * | $379 | $4,548 |
| Property Taxes | $780 | $9,360 |
| Electricity | $238 | $2,859 |
| Total | $4,425 | $53,100 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Texas FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-15 | Listed for sale | $599,000 |
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