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$499,000
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1196 County Road 260
Gainesville, TX 76240

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
4
Beds
3
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
2,977
SqFt
$168
/SqFt
1989
Built
Subdivision:
BACK FORTY
County:
Cooke
1196 County Road 2601196 County Road 2601196 County Road 2601196 County Road 260
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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.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$499,000
Days On Site 
0 Days
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,977 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
2.65 Acres
Year Built 
1989
MLS® Number 
21205493
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
3 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
14 hours agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
2.65
Attached Garage 
Yes
Carport 
1
Foundation 
Slab
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Levels 
Two
Parking 
CarportAttached
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Septic Tank
Special Circumstances 
Standard
Style 
CraftsmanOther
Utilities 
Electricity AvailableElectricity Connected
Interior Features
Appliances 
DishwasherDisposalElectric OvenElectric RangeGas Water HeaterMicrowaveVented Exhaust FanWarming Drawer
Cooling 
Ceiling Fan(s)Central AirENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Living Room
Fireplaces 
1
Flooring 
CarpetCeramic Tile
Heating 
Exhaust FanCentralElectricFireplace(s)
Interior 
Eat-in KitchenKitchen IslandPantryWalk-In Closet(s)
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Exterior Features
Exterior 
Storage
Lot Features 
Few TreesInterior Lot
Other Structures 
RV/Boat StorageWorkshop
Roof 
Shingle
Community Features
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventionalFHAVA Loan
School District 
Gainesville ISD
Schools
School District
Gainesville ISD
Elementary School
Chalmers
Middle School
Gainesvill
High School
Gainesvill
Listing courtesy of Kelly Bob Bayer of RE/MAX FIRST REALTY kellybobbayer@gmail.com



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Last checked: 2026-03-13 04:24 AM CDT

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