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717 Rice Rd, Tyler, TX, 75703

$325,000

Home List Price

$3,859*

Closing Credit

2 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath
1,388 SqFt
$234/SqFt
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717 Rice Rd, Tyler$325,000

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$3,859*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingConcrete
Year Built1950
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air
MLS #25000474
Lot Size0.92 Acres
StatusActive

About 717 Rice Rd

Prime Investment Opportunity in Central Tyler – 2-Bed, 1-Bath Home on Nearly an Acre! Located in the heart of Tyler, Texas, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath traditional home offers exceptional value and incredible potential. Situated on a nearly 1-acre lot, the property presents a unique opportunity for investors, home builders, or those looking to capitalize on the central location and prime land. With 1,388 square feet of living space, this well-maintained home features a new roof, updated plumbing, updated water heater, and a new HVAC system, making it move-in ready or an easy rental for immediate income. Currently occupied by a long-term tenant of 14 years, this home offers steady cash flow while you explore development possibilities. The expansive lot provides room for growth, whether you’re looking to subdivide for additional single-family homes, rezone for office space, or create a commercial development. This rare, large parcel in a highly desirable central Tyler location puts you within minutes of Broadway Avenue, Old Jacksonville Hwy, dining, shopping, and all that Tyler has to offer. At $325,000, this is a unique opportunity to own a sizable piece of land in one of East Texas’s most sought-after areas. Whether you’re a builder, developer, or investor, don’t miss out on this rare find!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,388 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Realty-Tyler
  • Listing Agent: Haden Riggs

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Microwave, Disposal, Electric Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Vinyl

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Wood Fence, Porch/Covered, Porch

Parking Information:

  • Parking: Concrete

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.92 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From Broadway & Loop 323, head south on Broadway. Turn right onto Rice Road. Continue straight past Hallye Lane

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $325,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $234/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $1,597
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Tyler, TX

City

Med. Sold Price

$685K

Med. Price/SqFt

$198

Avg. Days On Market

59

# of Sold Homes

37

717 Rice Rd vs Tyler

1 DAY ON ROCKET

-58 Days

$325,000

-$360K Less

$234/SqFt

+$35 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $360K less than the Median Sold Price and $35/SqFt more than other homes in Tyler, TX.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: TylerTX
  • MLS Number: #25000474

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Realty-Tyler
  • Listing Agent: Haden Riggs

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$1,597$131,425
2020$1,333$76,108
2019$1,363$62,338
2018$1,364$62,370
2017$1,403$64,506

History based on county public records data.

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$1,690

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Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$1,041

Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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4
/10

  • Rice Elementary School

  • 5215 Old Bullard Rd

  • 0.34 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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2
/10

  • Cumberland Academy

  • 1340 Shiloh Rd

  • 1.50 miles

  • Public Charter Grades PK-5

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7
/10

  • Woods Elementary School

  • 3131 Fry Ave

  • 1.87 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $68,209. The most common annual income of people living in Tyler, TX is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 717 Rice Rd

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 717 Rice Rd property is $325,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 717 Rice Rd is a house located in Tyler, Texas, 75703.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 717 Rice Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $1,597 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 717 Rice Rd has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 717 Rice Rd is 1,388 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 717 Rice Rd is 1950.

Rocket Homes›Texas›Smith County›Tyler›75703›717 Rice Rd

This home is located at 717 Rice Rd in Tyler, TX and zip code 75703 in the Idlewilde neighborhood. This 1,388 square foot home, which was built in 1950, sits on a 0.92 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $325,000.

Tyler, TX housing market in December 2024 saw over 0 listings sold above listed price, more than 0 sold at listed price and over 1 sold below. In December 2024 in Tyler, TX there were 15.3% more homes for sale than in November 2024. The median list price of listings available in December 2024 was $685,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 59 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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