1466 N 1st Street, Abilene, Texas, 79601

Listed by Trinity Ranch Land Cross Plain, Karen Lenz, 325-668-3604
$1,285,000
4,284 Sqft
0.30 Acres
#21411069
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

PROPERTY FEATURES

  • 1 Unit(s)
  • Business Type: Professional Office
  • Utilities : City Sewer,City Water,Curbs,Individual Water Meter,Sidewalk
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking,Concrete,On Site,Parking Lot
  • Lot Features : Corner Lot,Oak,Sprinkler System
  • Lot Features : Synthetic
  • Road Frontage Type : City Street
  • Building Use : Office
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Electric
  • Heating : Central,Electric
  • Construction Materials: Brick,Concrete
  • Construction Materials Walls : Brick,Other,Paneling,Papered
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Flooring : Concrete,Hardwood,Tile
  • Ceiling Height : 11 to 14 Feet,15 to 20 Feet
  • Green Verification Count : 0
  • Zoning Description : CB
  • Title Company Preferred: First Texas Title
PROPERTY DETAILS
ID: 21411069
Status: Active
Price: $1,285,000
Acres: 0.30 Acres
Price Per Acre: $4,312,081
Type: Commercial
Address: 1466 N 1st Street
City, State: Abilene, Texas
County: Taylor
Zip Code: 79601
Lat/Long: 32.450133, -99.738885
Presented By: Karen Lenz
Phone: 325-668-3604
Email: Click to Contact