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1466 N 1st Street Abilene, TX 79601

0.3 Acres Lot

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Key Details

Property Type Commercial

Sub Type Office

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Subdivision Ot Abilene

MLS Listing ID 21411069

Total Fin. Sqft 4284

Year Built 1909

Annual Tax Amount $8,150

Lot Size 0.298 Acres

Acres 0.298

Property Sub-Type Office

Property Description

A rare opportunity to own a distinctive piece of Abilene history! Originally constructed in 1909 as the U.S. Weather Bureau, this stately 3-story bldg once housed the local weather administrator, family & an observatory used for weather operations. After Weather Bureau relocated to the airport in 1944, the property later served as a business school & corporate offices. Offering 4,284 SF, 1,428 SF per level, this exceptionally maintained property blends historic character with remarkable versatility. Spacious floor plan, multiple entrances & ample off-street parking create exciting possibilities for professional offices, corporate headquarters, meeting-event space, boutique business, B&B concept, or unique private residence, subject to applicable requirements. Inside features an updated kitchen, 1 full bath, 2 spacious half baths with potential conversion to full baths & 10 additional rooms previously used as offices, bedrooms, living areas & meeting spaces. Lower level features exposed brick walls & stained concrete floors, creating a warm, rustic atmosphere with industrial edge, plus utility area with washer & dryer connections. Upper 2 floors showcase original hardwood floors, tall ceilings, large windows, crown molding & beautiful period details. 2 rooms feature original custom wood-framed antique fireplaces. Grand staircase leads to impressive original double-door entrance; side & rear entrances add flexibility. Updated windows & separate HVAC systems serve each floor. Outside, mature oak trees shade lawn with sprinkler system; newer concrete parking lot provides valuable off-street parking. Reportedly not publicly offered for sale in approx 50 years, this rare property offers history, craftsmanship, character & adaptable space ready for its next chapter. For the buyer who appreciates history, craftsmanship, & buildings with a story to tell, this is much more than real estate, it's an opportunity to become the next steward of a distinctive piece of local history

Location

State TX

County Taylor

Zoning CB

Direction Located on the corner of N. 1st and Beech. GPS works perfectly.

Interior

Heating Central, Electric

Cooling Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric

Flooring Concrete, Hardwood, Tile

Heat Source Central, Electric

Exterior

Utilities Available City Sewer, City Water, Curbs, Individual Water Meter, Sidewalk

Roof Type Synthetic

Garage No

Building

Lot Description Corner Lot, Oak, Sprinkler System

Foundation Slab

Structure Type Brick,Concrete

Others

Acceptable Financing 1031 Exchange, Cash, Conventional

Listing Terms 1031 Exchange, Cash, Conventional

North Texas Real Estate Info Systems (NTREIS) -MetroTex and Collin County (CCAR)

Listed by Karen Lenz • Trinity Ranch Land Cross Plain

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Roxann Taylor

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+1(817) 312-7100

Roxann Taylor

1466 N 1st Street Abilene, TX 79601

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