Excellent opportunity to own a full duplex in an established Fort Worth location! 517–519 Isbell Rd features two separate 2-bedroom, 1-bath units, providing a versatile setup for investors or buyers looking to occupy one side while generating rental income from the other. Each unit offers a functional single-story floor plan with comfortable living spaces, private bedrooms and convenient off-street parking. Situated in Castleberry ISD with quick access to major Fort Worth thoroughfares, shopping, dining and Downtown Fort Worth, this property offers an excellent combination of location and income potential. With two units on one property, buyers have the flexibility to build their rental portfolio, accommodate multiple households, or explore an owner-occupant investment strategy. A great opportunity to own a true duplex in a convenient and established area of Fort Worth.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1942Year Built
9,060 sq ftLot Size
$197Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Jeremy Humphrey• Specialized Property Mngmnt
Brookside Acres, located between I-35W and Sycamore Creek, is a residential and semi-rural Fort Worth neighborhood with large lots and a quiet, open-sky feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the I-35W frontage roads near Risinger Road, where auto shops, taquerias, and small service storefronts set a working-day rhythm. Housing trends toward mid-century ranch homes and newer one-story builds, with long driveways and mature trees. Sycamore Creek’s green edges and drainage corridors shape the landscape into pockets of brushy trails and birdlife. Daily life leans car-oriented, with errands and casual meals clustered along nearby commercial strips. Evenings read calm, with porch lights, wide setbacks, and minimal through-traffic.
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Offer insights
517 Isbell Rd · $280,000
$280K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $280K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
53 days
The average home goes pending in 27 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
95.7%
Most homes are selling 4% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Interior features
Built-in features
Combination flooring
One-level living
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Disposal
Gas range
Laundry & utility
Gas water heater
Flooring
Combination
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Concrete parking surface
Lot in Brookside Acres Add subdivision
Lot not available for subdividing
Home design
Duplex (residential income)
One story
Preowned (built in 1942)
Parking
4 parking spaces
Construction
Brick and wood construction
Composition roof
Slab foundation
Utilities
City water
City sewer
Not in a municipal utility district
HOA & community
No association
Financial info
Gross annual income of $24,000
Gross annual expenses of $1,000
Insurance expense of $3,000
Net operating income of $23,000
Capitalization rate of 8.21%
Other
Property being offered as residential income (duplex)
Multi-parcel property
Electricity and solar
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Rare find in River Oaks area - full duplex for sale. Income producing property, that has consistently stayed occupied. Last rental rate was $1025. Property is vacant now and seller took care of some repairs including a new roof to get it ready for market. Large backyard, partially fenced - ready for your new tenants! Last two rents were $1100 and $1025 - Multiple offers received. Seller will be reviewing offers at 5pm on Jan 5.
NTREIS #14631259
Aug 6, 2021
Contingent
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Aug 6, 2021
Listing Removed
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Jul 22, 2021
Listed
$230,000
$162/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 27, 2016
Sold
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NTREIS #13387740
Jul 25, 2016
Sold
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Jul 21, 2016
Pending
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Jul 6, 2016
Contingent
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May 28, 2016
Listed
$87,000
$61/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 9, 2005
Sold
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Public Records
Nov 9, 2000
Sold
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Public Records
Feb 11, 2000
Sold
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Public Records
Nov 1, 1989
Sold
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Public Records
Mar 12, 1988
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,287 (−11.7%)
$54,252 + $165,427
$219,679
2024
$5,989 (−1.8%)
$54,252 + $192,390
$246,642
2023
$6,097 (+24.3%)
$54,252 + $199,816
$254,068
2022
$4,905 (+31.8%)
$30,156 + $148,021
$178,177
2021
$3,721 (+74.1%)
$20,000 + $120,000
$140,000
2020
$2,137 (−1.9%)
$16,000 + $66,000
$82,000
2019
$2,177 (+27.9%)
$16,000 + $66,000
$82,000
2018
$1,703 (−8.9%)
$16,000 + $45,000
$61,000
2017
$1,870 (+41.3%)
$16,000 + $50,180
$66,180
2016
$1,323 (−17.5%)
$16,000 + $50,180
$66,180
2015
$1,603 (+0.5%)
$16,000 + $30,328
$46,328
2014
$1,595 (−0.5%)
$16,000 + $38,700
$54,700
2013
$1,604 (−2.1%)
$16,000 + $38,700
$54,700
2012
$1,639
$16,000 + $38,700
$54,700
2011
$1,639 (−0.5%)
$16,000 + $39,200
$55,200
2010
$1,648
$16,000 + $39,200
$55,200
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,042 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1975
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,420
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,420
Year built
1942
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Tarrant County
APN
00314382
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Apr 6, 2026.
B
Two-Family District
It is the purpose of the two-family (B) district to provide a specific zone for the development of a maximum of two dwelling units upon a single lot and such uses accessory thereto.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Public service
Educational/school
Library
Museum / gallery
Golf related
Park & open space
Feb 20, 2026 • Active
Residential remodel construction
Repair the pier and beam foundation.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Local insights from Redfin agents
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 109° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Fort Worth, TX • 76114
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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 29% for direct sun exposure in Fort Worth. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 517 Isbell Rd
$272,199
$7,801 under list price of $280K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $216K to $400K.