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Situated near the border of West Texas and the Texas Hill Country is the city of Abilene, TX. Originally a cattle trading post along the Texas and Pacific Railroad, it is now a bustling city with a thriving economy, education, petroleum, healthcare, and government. If you’re looking at Texas homes for sale and wondering if buying one of the homes for sale in Abilene might be right for you, keep scrolling to see if any of these listings have what you’re looking for.
4233 Edgemont Drive
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$159,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,234
SQFT
4233 Edgemont Drive
Abilene, TX 79606
Single Family Home For Sale
New Listing - 4 hours on Site
2545 Bel Air
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$203,000
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Single Family Home For Sale
3
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2
Baths
1,292
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2545 Bel Air
Abilene, TX 79603
Single Family Home For Sale
New Listing - 9 hours on Site
4542 Pamela Drive
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$249,900
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,557
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4542 Pamela Drive
Abilene, TX 79606
Single Family Home For Sale
New Listing - 10 hours on Site
4157 Monticello Street
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$215,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
3
Beds
2
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1,594
SQFT
4157 Monticello Street
Abilene, TX 79605
Single Family Home For Sale
Foreclosure
4601 Sierra Sunset
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$675,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,574
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4601 Sierra Sunset
Abilene, TX 79606
Single Family Home For Sale
New Listing - 10 hours on Site
1542 Portland Avenue
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$110,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
2
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1
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824
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1542 Portland Avenue
Abilene, TX 79605
Single Family Home For Sale
New Listing - 17 hours on Site
3565 Sayles Boulevard
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$175,000
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Single Family Home For Sale
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,847
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3565 Sayles Boulevard
Abilene, TX 79605
Single Family Home For Sale
New Listing - 18 hours on Site
220 Beechcraft
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$403,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,109
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220 Beechcraft
Abilene, TX 79602
Single Family Home For Sale
New Listing - 22 hours on Site
1349 Sewell Street
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$159,900
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,208
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1349 Sewell Street
Abilene, TX 79605
Single Family Home For Sale
New Listing - yesterday
2925 Sutherland Street
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$275,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
4
Beds
2
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2,039
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2925 Sutherland Street
Abilene, TX 79606
Single Family Home For Sale
New Listing - yesterday
1218 Briar Cliff Path
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$260,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,696
SQFT
1218 Briar Cliff Path
Abilene, TX 79602
Single Family Home For Sale
Open House - Fri, May 24
1249 Canterbury Drive
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$375,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,531
SQFT
1249 Canterbury Drive
Abilene, TX 79602
Single Family Home For Sale
New Listing - yesterday
7025 Forrest Meadows Drive
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$329,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,715
SQFT
7025 Forrest Meadows Drive
Abilene, TX 79606
Single Family Home For Sale
Open House - Sun, May 26
3533 Riomar Court
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$399,900
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,368
SQFT
3533 Riomar Court
Abilene, TX 79606
Single Family Home For Sale
Open House - Thu, May 23
2250 Continental Avenue
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$279,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,676
SQFT
2250 Continental Avenue
Abilene, TX 79601
Single Family Home For Sale
Open House - Sun, May 26
4733 Carrie Ann Lane
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$269,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,964
SQFT
4733 Carrie Ann Lane
Abilene, TX 79606
Single Family Home For Sale
New Listing - yesterday
117 County Road 315
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$525,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
5
Beds
4
Baths
2,075
SQFT
117 County Road 315
Abilene, TX 79606
Single Family Home For Sale
New Listing - yesterday
2065 Woodard Street
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$169,500
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,289
SQFT
2065 Woodard Street
Abilene, TX 79605
Single Family Home For Sale
New Listing - yesterday
109 Cedar Lake Drive
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$509,900
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,300
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109 Cedar Lake Drive
Abilene, TX 79606
Single Family Home For Sale
Open House - Sun, May 26
141 Colorado
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$485,500
Active Listing
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4
Beds
4
Baths
2,290
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141 Colorado
Abilene, TX 79606
Single Family Home For Sale
New Listing - yesterday
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Abilene, TX, Homes For Sale

The Abilene real estate market is more level than in years prior, as most homes for sale in Abilene last about 45 days on the market until they go under contract. Used to, nearly every home for sale in Abilene would sell above the list price, but these days it’s only around 12% that sell over the asking price. Even with some of the homes in Abilene selling over list price, about 29% of the listings have dropped in price since first hitting the market. 

Abilene’s housing stock is some of the most affordable compared to other major cities in Texas—homes for sale in Abilene average around $220K. There are several homes around the $50K range. They may need significant repairs, but there’s plenty to choose from. On the other end, some of the most expensive homes for sale cost around $1.3M but are stunning, well-kept estate homes on multiple acres. 

Single-family homes dominate the Abilene real estate market, with most containing two to three bedrooms. The city started in the '40s but has experienced growth in its housing stock, primarily through the 1990s. Homebuyers can still find new construction homes for sale in Abilene today. 

Best Neighborhoods to Live in Abilene, TX

Impact / Buck Creek 

The Impact and Buck Creek area is located north of I-20 and has developed over the past few years as several major stores and chain restaurants have started popping up along I-20. 

Before all the new developments, Impact and Buck Creek mainly consisted of farmland, but since the commercial developments nearby, the area has begun to blossom with single-story brick homes. Abilene new construction homes for sale in the Impact and Buck Creek area have a small range of prices from $250K to $325K. 

Sears Park

The Sears Park neighborhood is near the crossing of I-20 and HWY 277, ideal for first-time homebuyers wanting to buy one of the homes for sale in Abilene, TX. 

Homes in Sears Park are usually older, covered in a siding exterior, and relatively affordable as they typically need some renovations. Abilene homes for sale in Sears Park start around $70K and go up as high as $165K. 

Wylie

Wylie is a community on the southwest side of Abilene known for its variety of home styles and sizes on clean lots or tracts of land. Since Wylie is more of a community than a neighborhood, you'll find anything from tiny homes for sale in a neighborhood setting starting around $165K to estate homes on multiple acres topping out around $1.4M. 

Distance to Other Cities From Abilene, Texas

Schools in Abilene, TX

The homes for sale in Abilene feed into two school districts. The main district is Abilene Independent School District (AISD) and the other is Wylie Independent School District (WISD). Between the two districts there are three high schools:
  • Cooper High School (AISD)
  • Abilene High School (AISD)
  • Wylie High School (WISD)
Abilene has a big student population due to having three separate universities and a few other smaller colleges. The universities near Abilene homes for sale (from biggest to smallest) include:
  • Abilene Christian University 
  • Hardin-Simmons University
  • McMurry University

Frequently Asked Questions About Abilene, TX Homes For Sale

What’s the zip code for real estate in Abilene, Texas?

The homes in Abilene are within these zip codes:

Where is the nearest commercial airport to Abilene, Texas?

The Abilene Regional Airport is only six miles from homes for sale in Abilene's center, but people often drive to one of the main airports in DFW and fly out from there. 
  • Dallas Love Field Airport is about two hours and 45 minutes (184 miles) from Abilene.
  • DFW Airport is roughly two and a half hours (173 miles) from Abilene, TX. 

What county is Abilene, TX, in?

Abilene, TX, lies within two counties: Jones County and Taylor County. Abilene is the county seat of Taylor County. 

What are the best neighborhoods or places to live in Abilene, Texas?

Best for Acreage: Wylie - Homes and tracts of land of all sizes. 
Best for Affordability: Sears Park - Great for first-time homebuyers or investors. 
Best for New Construction Homes: Impact / Buck Creek - Mainly homes on acreage and new construction subdivisions here. 

How far is Houston, TX, from Abilene, Texas?

Abilene, TX, is roughly a five-and-a-half-hour drive (354 miles) from Houston, TX. 

What is Abilene, TX, famous or known for?

Located on the edge of West Texas, Abilene, TX, was originally a hub for cattle exchange along the Texas and Pacific Railroad. Since Abilene's founding, it has developed into a city home to an air force base, several universities, and an appreciation for the arts. Abilene, TX, is the "Official Storybook Capital of America."

Is Abilene, TX, a good place to live?

People are attracted to Abilene for its blend of big-city amenities while also exuding the small-town, West Texas lifestyle. Abilene has some of the most affordable housing options of all the big cities in Texas, excellent schools, a broad mix of diversity, and nightlife. 

Things to Do in Abilene, TX

Attractions in Abilene, Texas

  • Abilene Zoo - Easily Abilene's top family-friendly attraction, the Abilene Zoo provides loads of education and entertainment through hosting camps and events and being regularly open to the public. The Abilene Zoo also offers special tours of animals like anteaters, giraffes, reptiles, and more!
  • Center for Contemporary Arts - If you haven’t picked up on Abilene’s love for the arts, maybe you will now since the Center for Contemporary Arts is one of many art galleries in the city. This art gallery is partnered with over 70 artists, has ten studios, and showcases exhibits from local artists to nationally-known artists. 

Parks in Abilene, Texas

  • Grover Nelson Park - This beautiful, shaded park is located on the east side of the city and is filled with meandering trails, a picnic area, and a playground
  • Redbud Park - One of the most-visited parks in Abilene, Redbud Park is a popular park in the city for its multiple sports fields and picnic areas, as well as its splash pad that’s open in the summertime. 
  • Scarborough Park - Located on the west end of Abilene, many locals also come here in the summer months for the splash pad and the baseball fields, ideal for youth baseball games. 

Golf Courses in Abilene, Texas

  • Abilene Country Club - This country club has two separate 18-hole golf courses with beautiful, mature Mesquite trees lining the fairways. The Abilene Country Club isn't only about golf; they also have a pool, fitness gym, tennis courts, and dining options.
  • Diamondback National Golf Club - This golf course is open to the public and is situated on the southwest corner of Abilene. Here you can rent golf carts, take golf lessons, and visit the shop!

Living in Abilene, TX

Cost of Living in Abilene, Texas

Residents living in homes in Abilene, TX, have an overall cost of living 14.9% lower than the Texas average and 20.7% lower than the U.S. average. If you buy one of the homes for sale in Abilene, you can expect to spend about 30.1% less for your home than the rest of the state.

Transportation is also significantly less expensive by 34.8%. You may pay more for utilities and healthcare, though, and groceries are about the same as anywhere else in Texas. The median household income for Abilene, TX, residents is $54,037. 

Weather in Abilene, Texas

The homes for sale in Abilene fall within both a semiarid and humid subtropical climate. Summers tend to be dry and hot, with average high temperatures climbing to 96.4°F in July. Winters are generally cold and brisk as the average low temperature drops to 33.7°F in January. If you buy one of the homes for sale in Abilene, TX, you can expect to receive around 25 inches of precipitation yearly. 

Healthcare in Abilene, Texas

If you buy one of the homes for sale in Abilene, you'll have convenient access to two hospitals run by the Hendrick Medical System. One is located on the north side of Abilene, and the other on the south. Both hospitals have a labor & delivery unit and a level III NICU.

Job Market in Abilene, TX

What makes Abilene a successful city on the border of West Texas is its diversified economy in the petroleum, agriculture, manufacturing, government, healthcare, and education industries. Some of Abilene’s largest employers include:
  • Abilene Christian University
  • Abilene ISD
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • City and County Governments
  • Dyess Air Force Base
  • Eagle Aviation Services
  • Hardin-Simmons University
  • Hendrick Health System
  • Texas Department of Criminal Justice
  • Wylie ISD

Transportation in Abilene, TX

Abilene, TX, is a car-centric city but also has a public transportation service known as CityLink Abilene, which provides 14 transit routes throughout the city. Abilene’s road infrastructure is centered around three major roadways that create a loop.
  • HWY 287 is located on the west side of Abilene and flows north and south. 
  • I-20 runs along the north side of Abilene, flowing east and west, and connects to the DFW area. 
  • Loop 322 is on the east side of Abilene and connects I-20 at the northeast corner of the city to HWY 287 at the city's south end.

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