Recently Listed Open House 3/8 2pm - 4pm
2226 Melrose Street
Abilene, TX, 79605 $ 279,000
Bedrooms5 Baths2.0 Sq 1,727 Monthly Estimate*
$ 1,718
for $279,000 with 5 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This 1,727 square foot home was built in 1946 on a lot size of 0.186.
**RARE FIND IN DESIRABLE HIGHLAND ADDN** This one is move-in ready & very special! Such a wonderful & lucrative opportunity for investors out there seeking the perfect short-term rental for an airbnb with solid long-term potential. Equally, a wonderful opportunity for that family out there needing a home with enough space for the whole family to comfortably fall in love with. Beautifully renovated 5 bed, 2 bath home offering 1727 sq.ft. of masterfully updated living space. This classic 1945 build blends timeless charm with modern style. The warm designer colors, abundant natural light, and thoughtfully selected finishes create an inviting and elevated feel throughout. Quality upgrades include new windows throughout, new ext. & int. doors, new trim, fresh int. & ext. paint, designer lighting, new LVP flooring in main areas, new carpet in bedrooms & upstairs living area, granite counters, new bathtubs, tiled showers, new plumbing fixtures, new toilets, new stainless-steel appliances (including refrigerator), washer & dryer combo, water heater & fresh landscaping. ALL appliances will stay! Roof replaced approx. 4 to 5 years ago & mechanically sound with recent plumbing inspection & a fully serviced HVAC system. The layout is also what makes this home shine! All 5 bedrooms are spacious with large closets. Downstairs features 2 of the bedrooms, a full bath, spacious kitchen with an island, 1 of the 2 living areas & a dining area. Upstairs, you'll find a large 2nd living area surrounded by 3 more bedrooms & another full bath. Outside, the large backyard & its rear entry with alley access are highly attractive features. Theres plenty of room to construct a workshop, garage, carport or whatever your heart desires. Lastly, the amount of parking space is definitely a feature that makes this property really stand out from the competition. Lengthy driveway that will easily accommodate 4 to 5 large trucks or can be used for RV campers.
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Open House
3/8/2026 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
2226 Melrose Street Abilene, TX
* Some states or local ordinances may prohibit Open Houses at this time, please confirm with your Weichert agent or local rep to confirm
FeaturesInteriorInterior Features Built-in Features Decorative Lighting Eat-in Kitchen Granite Counters High Speed Internet Available Kitchen Island Loft Other Walk-In Closet(s) Second Primary Bedroom
Flooring Carpet Luxury Vinyl Plank
Basement Y/N 0
Dining Areas 1
Living Areas 2
Half Baths 0
Total Bedrooms 5
Total Baths 2
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GeneralHeating Central Electric
Cooling Central Air Electric
Utilities Alley City Sewer City Water
Possession Closing/Funding
Roof Composition
Appliances Dishwasher Disposal Dryer Electric Range Microwave Refrigerator Washer
Number of Garage Spaces 0
School District Abilene ISD
Pool Y/N 0
Year Built 1946
Levels Two
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Subdivision Name Highland Add
Transaction Type For Sale
County Taylor
Property Type Residential
HOA Type None
Full Baths 2
Status Active
Directions Sayles Blvd to S. 8th. S. 8th to Highland. Highland to Melrose or can use GPS
City Abilene
Elementary School Name Bowie
High School Cooper
Open House Public: Sun Mar 8 2:00PM-4:00PM
Elementary School Bowie
Standard Status Active
Listing Terms Cash Conventional FHA VA Loan
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ExteriorWaterfront 0
Exterior Features Covered Patio/Porch RV/Boat Parking
Lot Features Landscaped Lrg. Backyard Grass
Fencing Back Yard Chain Link Gate High Fence Privacy Wood
Parking Features Additional Parking Alley Access Driveway On Site On Street Other Oversized Parking Pad Paved RV Access/Parking
Lot Size Less Than .5 Acre (not Zero)
Foundation Combination Pillar/Post/Pier Slab
Structural Style Single Detached
Garage Y/N 0
Attached Garage Y/N 0
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByRandall WhitenListing Agent
Coldwell Banker Apex, RealtorsBroker
Affordability Calculator
- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $1,718
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $398
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 6.25% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 3/7/2026 | $279,000 | | Listed Price |