1196 COUNTY ROAD 260, GAINESVILLE, TX 76240
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1196 County Road 260
Gainesville, TX 76240
List Price$499,000
Listing #21205493
4
Bedrooms
2 full, 1 partial
Bathrooms
2,977
Square Feet
House
Type
About This Property
Welcome to this charming Dutch colonial home nestled on 2.65 acres of picturesque landscape adorned with majestic trees. This stately 2-story residence boasts elegance and warmth, featuring 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Upon entry, you are greeted by a staircase that adds to the home's inviting ambiance. The living room, anchored by a classic brick fireplace, invites cozy gatherings and serene moments. One of the two workshops on the property features a storm shelter. For convenience it is located just off the garage. Outside, the expansive property includes a large workshop, ideal for hobbies or storage, complemented by an RV carport. With its timeless appeal and serene surroundings, this Dutch colonial home offers a perfect blend of comfort and sophistication, promising a lifestyle of tranquility and charm. The house is about a mile from Chalmers Elementary School. Gainesville is only 9 miles from Winstar Casino, Golf Course and Lucas Oil Live! It is about a half hour drive to Denton and Sherman, an hour from DFW International Airport, and around an hour and 20 minutes to Dallas Love Field, downtown Dallas and Fort Worth.
Property Features
Location Information
County
Cooke
Subdivision
BACK FORTY
Interior Features
Rooms
Second Floor Bedroom, Second Floor Bedroom, Second Floor Bedroom, First Floor Dining Room, Second Floor Full Bath, First Floor Half Bath, First Floor Kitchen, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Living Room, First Floor Primary Bathroom, First Floor Primary Bedroom, First Floor Workshop, First Floor Workshop
Kitchen Description
15 x 11
Interior
Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
Has Fireplace
Yes
Master Bedroom Description
21 x 14
Number of Fireplaces
1
Full Baths
2
Heating
Central, Electric, Fireplace(s)
1/2 Baths
1
Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Dining Room Description
15 x 11
Floors
Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Living Room Description
25 x 16
Appliances
Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Vented Exhaust Fan, Warming Drawer
Exterior Features
Style
Craftsman, Other, Detached
Patio / Deck Description
Covered
Stories
2
Pool Description
None
Exterior
Storage
Other Structures
RV/Boat Storage, Workshop
Foundation
Slab
Lot Description
Acreage, Back Yard, Interior Lot, Lawn, Few Trees
Roof
Shingle
Lot Size in Acres
2.65
Water / Sewer
Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Septic Available, Separate Meters, Water Available
Lot Size in Sq. Ft.
115,434
Utilities
Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Septic Available, Separate Meters, Water Available
Road Description
Asphalt
Parking Description
Carport
Is One Story
No
Has Garage
Yes
Lot Description
Acreage, Back Yard, Interior Lot, Lawn, Few Trees
Garage Spaces
2
School
Elementary School District
Gainesville ISD
High School
Gainesvill
Elementary School
Chalmers
Additional Information
Year Built Details
Preowned
Year Built
1989
Property Type
SFR
Status
Active
Property SubType 2
House
Has a Home Owners Association
No
Property SubType
Single Family Residence
Lot Acres Source
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$2,329
per month
30 Year Fixed. 3.52% Interest Rate.
Principal + Interest
$1,798
Monthly Tax
$415
Monthly Insurance
$116
yrs
%
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Listing courtesy of
Kelly Bob Bayer, RE/MAX FIRST REALTY
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