Located on the east side of Giddings in the desirable Hickory Creek subdivision, this inviting two-story home offers both comfort and convenience. Just minutes from Veterans Park and the Giddings City Swimming Pool, the property provides easy access to recreation while maintaining a peaceful, private setting. Built in 2005, the home features 4 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms across 1,852 sq ft of living space. The thoughtful layout includes the primary suite and a guest bedroom on the main floor, with two additional bedrooms upstairs—ideal for families or hosting guests. The exterior showcases classic Texas limestone and a large, private backyard that backs up to Hickory Creek, offering serene views and a sense of seclusion. A standout feature of this property is its dual driveways, one of which leads to a newly constructed Mueller-style metal workshop (built in 2025). Measuring 40 feet deep by 25 feet wide, the workshop is tucked behind a wood privacy fence and includes: A large roll-up door in front and a smaller roll-up door on the side 16-foot high ceilings, perfect for storing an RV or accommodating large projects Plumbing stub-outs and partial framing for a potential two-story living space 2 RV dump stations Whether you're looking for extra storage, a workspace, or future guest quarters, this versatile building is ready to meet your needs.
Active
$399,000
1265 E Independence St, Giddings, TX 78942
4beds
1,852sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2005
0.3 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$215/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Thoughtful layoutWood privacy fenceInviting two-story homeSerene viewsMueller-style metal workshopDual drivewaysLarge roll-up door
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: 17 hours ago
Listed by:
Mark Berdoll (512) 924-8123,
Berdoll Realty (512) 924-8123
Source: Unlock MLS,MLS#: 2803892
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Down Draft, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Oven, Electric Oven, Free-Standing Electric Oven, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range, Free-Standing Electric Range, RNGHD, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer/Dryer, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Electric Dryer Hookup, French Doors, High Speed Internet, Interior Steps, Natural Woodwork, Primary Bedroom on Main, Soaking Tub, Storage, Track Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Windows: Aluminum Frames, Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Screens, Solar Screens
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,852 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, RV Garage, Workshop in Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Gutters Partial, Lighting, Misting System, Private Entrance, Private Yard, RV Hookup, Satellite Dish Owned
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link, Fenced, Gate, Partial, Privacy, Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Creek/Stream, Neighborhood, Park/Greenbelt
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
- Waterfront features: See Remarks, Creek, Dry/Seasonal
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
- Features: Back to Park/Greenbelt, Back Yard, City Lot, Curbs, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Public Maintained Road, Sprinkler - Automatic, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinkler - In-ground, Sprinkler - Partial, Sprinkler - Rain Sensor, Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft), Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft), Trees-Small (Under 20 Ft)
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Storage, Workshop
- Parcel number: 20979
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: BBQ Pit/Grill, Cluster Mailbox, Common Grounds, Curbs, High Speed Internet, Library, Park, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Sport Court(s)/Facility, Street Lights
- Subdivision: Hickory Creek
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Giddings
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $215/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $352,870
- Annual tax amount: $7,140
- Date on market: 12/9/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Texas Vet,VA Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $399,000+50.6%$215/sqft |
Source:  Unlock MLS #2803892 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2021 | Sold | -- |
Source:  Central Texas MLS #441072 Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2021 | Pending sale | $265,000$143/sqft |
Source: Central Texas MLS #441072 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2021 | Listed for sale | $265,000+2%$143/sqft |
Source: Unlock MLS #7897294 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2020 | Sold | -- |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,417 -4.8% | $352,870 +4.4% |
| 2024 | $5,689 +0.1% | $338,000 +0.8% |
| 2023 | $5,685 -3.3% | $335,430 +13.7% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,402/mo
Principal & interest
$1939
Property taxes
$323
Home insurance
$140
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 78942
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Giddings Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 0.9 mi
- 6/10Giddings Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 8/10Giddings High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Giddings
- Middle: Giddings
- High: Giddings
- District: Giddings ISD
Source: Unlock MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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