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11736 Fm 740

Forney, Texas 75126

$499,999 $2,108/Mo

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Overview

Bed

Bath

3,000

Sqft

1.50

Acres(Lot)

Description

Rare opportunity to own a spacious single-story home on approximately 1.5 acres in rapidly growing Forney, Texas! Offering nearly 3,000 square feet of living space, this versatile property features 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and the flexibility today's buyers are searching for. Inside, you'll find an expansive floorplan with generous living areas, spacious bedrooms, and plenty of room for multi-generational living, a home office, hobby space, or growing households. The single-story design provides convenience and functionality while maximizing everyday comfort. Outside is where this property truly shines. Situated on 1.5 acres, there is ample space for outdoor entertaining, gardening, recreational vehicles, equipment storage, or simply enjoying the privacy and freedom that comes w ith acreage living. The detached workshop is a tremendous bonus and includes space for 3 additional vehicles, making it ideal for contractors, hobbyists, car enthusiasts, small business owners, or anyone needing extra storage and workspace. Major updates have already been completed, including a recently replaced septic system, providing peace of mind for years to come. Even better, enjoy the freedom of NO HOA along with a low 1.7513% tax rate and NO MUD or PID taxes, helping keep your monthly ownership costs lower than many competing properties. With acreage becoming increasingly difficult to find and development continuing to expand throughout the Forney area, this property presents an exceptional opportunity for both immediate enjoyment and long-term value. Whether you're looking for room to spread out, space to work from home, or a property with future equity potential, this one deserves a spot at the top of your list. Don't miss your chance to own a unique property with endless possibilities in one of the fastest-growing areas of North Texas. Properties offering acreage, a workshop, no HOA, low taxes, and future growth potential are becoming increasingly rare.

Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $499,999

AD Id : 79705702

MLS Id : 563378686

Beds : 5

Lot Size : 1.50 Acres

Living Area Size : 3,000

Year Built : 1983

Garage : 4

County : Kaufman

Subdivision: Bederkesa 1

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Features

Bedroom Information

Total Bedrooms: 5

Bathroom Information

Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 3 Half Baths: 0
Interior Features

Built-in Features,Eat-in Kitchen,High Speed Internet Available,Pantry

Appliances

Dishwasher,Disposal,Electric Range,Microwave,Double Oven

Utilities

Aerobic Septic,City Water,Electricity Available,Electricity Connected,Individual Water Meter,Outside City Limits,Underground Utilities
Cooling Features

Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Electric

Heating Source

Central,Electric

Fireplace

Number of Fireplaces: 1 Fireplace Features: Wood Burning

Building Information

Built Year: 1983 Construction: Brick,Wood Roof Type: Asphalt
Exterior Features

Covered Patio/Porch,Storage

Foundation

Slab

Security Features

Smoke Detector(s)
Laundry Features

Utility Room,Full Size W/D Area

Patio And Porch

Covered,Rear Porch

Fencing

Chain Link,Wrought Iron

Construction Materials

Brick,Wood

Lot Information

Lot Size (Acr): 1.5000 Lot Size Units: Acres Lot Size Square Feet: 65,340 Lot Size Source: Assessor Lot Features: Acreage,Level,Lrg. Backyard Grass,Subdivision
Property Information

SQ ft (Living Area): 3,000 Property Type: Residential Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence Architectural Style: Ranch,Traditional Subdivision: Bederkesa 1 City: Forney State: Texas Directions: GPS: 11736 Fm 740, Forney, TX 75126 S.O.P Property Status: Active Exclusions: Sellers Personal Items Levels: One Property Age: 43 Year Built Details: Preowned

Listing Price Information

Original List Price: $499,999 List Price Tot SqFt: $167
Listing Information

Possession: Closing/Funding

Tax Information

Parcel Number: 18920 Tax Legal Description: BEDERKESA LOT 8 PP# ME000-0015-05 Tax Lot: 8 Unexempt Taxes: $8,439

Parking Information

Has Garage Garage Space: 4 Carport Spaces: 0 Parking Features: Additional Parking,Concrete,Driveway,Electric Gate,Enclosed,Garage,Garage Faces Rear,Gated,Private
Homeowners Association Information

HOA Type: None

School Information

Elementary School: Johnson Middle School: Warren High School: Forney School District: Forney ISD
Utility Information

Utilities: Aerobic Septic,City Water,Electricity Available,Electricity Connected,Individual Water Meter,Outside City Limits,Underground Utilities

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2405 Drummond Street, Forney, TX, 75126	$499,750	4	3	3,291	3,291 SqFt
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MLS: 563378686 LISTED BY: Nick Termini, CENTURY 21 Judge Fite Co. 800-257-1242 SOURCE: NTREIS - North Texas Real Estate Information