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Single family home for sale at 1196 County Road 260, Gainesville, TX 76240 | MLS# 21205493 | Listing updated on 2026-09-30
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$499,000

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    3 Baths
  • Beds Icon2,977sqft

1196 County Road 260, Gainesville, TX 76240

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1989

  • $-- HOA

  • 2.65 acres lot

  • $168/sq.ft

Description

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 seren
e 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.

  • Houzeo last checked: 7 minutes ago
  • Listing updated: September 30, 2026 at 9:33 pm
  • Listing Provided by: Kelly Bob Bayer (940) 727-8307 | RE/MAX FIRST REALTY (940) 665-0376
  • Source: NTREIS MLS-TX | MLS#: 21205493 NTREIS MLS-TX

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    2

  • County

    Cooke County

  • City

    Gainesville

  • Neighborhood

    --

  • Year Built

    1989

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    2,977 sqft

  • Lot Size

    2.65 acres lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    NTREIS MLS

  • MLS Number

    21205493

  • MLS Status

    Active

  • Cumulative Days on Market

    202

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 4

    Bathrooms: 3

  • Workshop

    Level: First

    Area: 700.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 50 x 14

  • Bedroom

    Level: Second

    Area: 285.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 19 x 15

  • Bedroom

    Level: Second

    Area: 180.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 15 x 12

  • Bedroom

    Level: Second

    Area: 247.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 19 x 13

  • FullBath

    Level: Second

    Area: 80.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 10 x 8

  • Workshop

    Level: First

    Area: 225.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 15 x 15

  • Laundry

    Level: First

    Area: 84.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 14 x 6

  • HalfBath

    Level: First

    Area: 20.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 5 x 4

  • LivingRoom

    Level: First

    Area: 400.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 25 x 16

  • Kitchen

    Level: First

    Area: 165.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 15 x 11

  • DiningRoom

    Level: First

    Area: 165.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 15 x 11

  • PrimaryBathroom

    Level: First

    Area: 126.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 14 x 9

  • PrimaryBedroom

    Level: First

    Area: 294.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 21 x 14

Interior

  • Exterior Features

    Storage

  • Sewer

    Septic Tank

  • Flooring

    Carpet, Ceramic Tile

  • Cooling

    Central Air, Ceiling Fans, Energy Star Qualified Equipment

  • Appliances

    Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Vented Exhaust Fan, Warming Drawer

  • Heating

    Central, Electric, Fireplaces

  • Interior Features

    Eat In Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Walk In Closets

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1989

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Property Condition

    Resale

  • Roof

    Shingle

  • Foundation Details

    Slab

  • Architectural Style

    Craftsman, Other, Detached

Utilities & Energy

  • Fireplace Features

    Living Room, Masonry

  • Utilities

    Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Septic Available, Separate Meters, Water Available

  • Pool Features

    None

  • Parking Features

    Carport

Other Features

  • Patio And Porch Features

    Covered

  • Lot Features

    Acreage, Back Yard, Interior Lot, Lawn, Few Trees

  • Subdivision Name

    Back Forty

Price History

DateEventPrice

11/10/2025

Source: mls_logoNTREIS MLS-TX #21082040

Listed for Sale

$499,000

$168/sqft

11/10/2025

Source: mls_logoNTREIS MLS-TX #21082040

Off Market

$499,000 -4.77%

$168/sqft

07/01/2025

Source: mls_logoNTREIS MLS-TX #20660262

Listing Removed

$524,000

$176/sqft

09/19/2024

Source: mls_logoNTREIS MLS-TX #20660262

Listed for Sale

$524,000 -16.16%

$176/sqft

02/08/2024

Source: mls_logoNTREIS MLS-TX #20434917

Listing Removed

$625,000

$210/sqft

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