Here is your chance to own a beautiful custom home builder's personal home! This beautiful farmhouse has so many upgrades and amenities to list! After you walk into the welcoming foyer you will step into the large family room which is open to the kitchen. The large quartz countertop island is a showstopper! The master suite has a shiplap wall and mirrored barn doors leading into the master bathroom with a free standing tub and large shower. Sit and relax on the large porch overlooking the pool, which is plumbed to put in a water feature. The oversize shop has an additional 2 bedroom 1 bathroom apartment that can be additional rental income, or mother in law suite. The property is fully fenced with a stocked pond. There are so many possibilities with this one! Don't miss out on this rare find!
Single-familyProperty Type
2019Year Built
6.85 acresLot Size
$355Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Trisha Hegemeyer• Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
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Market trends in 77873, TX
Last updated August 2026
Sale-to-List Price
93.5%
+36.0% MoM
Median sale price
$245K
$330K MoM
Avg. days on market
255d
101 days MoM
Recently sold homes
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Sale history for 279 Preston Rd
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Dec 13, 2023
Sold
*
BCSRMLS #23011229
Dec 12, 2023
Sold
—
Oct 17, 2023
Pending
—
Oct 5, 2023
Price Changed
$895,000
$342/sq ft
Sep 7, 2023
Listed
$925,000
$354/sq ft
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Here is your chance to own a beautiful custom home builder's personal home! This beautiful farmhouse has so many upgrades and amenities to list! After you walk into the welcoming foyer you will step into the large family room which is open to the kitchen. The large quartz countertop island is a showstopper! The master suite has a shiplap wall and mirrored barn doors leading into the master bathroom with a free standing tub and large shower. Sit and relax on the large porch overlooking the pool, which is plumbed to put in a water feature. The oversize shop has an additional 2 bedroom 1 bathroom apartment that can be additional rental income, or mother in law suite. The property is fully fenced with a stocked pond. There are so many possibilities with this one! Don't miss out on this rare find!
HARMLS #63727573
Dec 12, 2023
Sold
$865K - $995K
Oct 25, 2023
Pending
—
Oct 17, 2023
Pending
—
Oct 4, 2023
Price Changed
$895,000
$342/sq ft
Sep 7, 2023
Listed
$925,000
$354/sq ft
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,181 (+1.1%)
2024
$8,089 (+12.3%)
2023
$7,202 (−7.5%)
2022
$7,784 (+13.3%)
2021
$6,869 (+87.7%)
$111,950 + $299,220
$411,170
2020
$3,659 (+17.2%)
$92,730 + $142,070
$234,800
2019
$3,121 (+115.6%)
$92,730 + $101,360
$194,090
2018
$1,447
$78,360 + $5,390
$83,750
Tax history for 279 Preston Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,181 (+1.1%)
2024
$8,089 (+12.3%)
2023
$7,202 (−7.5%)
2022
$7,784 (+13.3%)
2021
$6,869 (+87.7%)
$111,950 + $299,220
$411,170
2020
$3,659 (+17.2%)
$92,730 + $142,070
$234,800
2019
$3,121 (+115.6%)
$92,730 + $101,360
$194,090
2018
$1,447
$78,360 + $5,390
$83,750
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6.85 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,616
Year built
2019
Style
Ranch
County
Walker County
APN
000000064595
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 22, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage
Garage: Attached, Oversized
Additional Parking, Auto Driveway Gate, Auto Garage Door Opener, Driveway Gate, Workshop
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 2
Master Bath Features: Half Bath, Double Sinks, Master Bath with Separate Shower, Master Bath with Tub, Secondary Bath(s): Double Sinks
Bedroom Information
All Bedrooms Downstairs, En-Suite Bath, Master Bedroom on 1st Floor, Walk-In Closet
Interior Features
Room Count: 6
1 Living Area, Formal Dining, Garage Apartment, Kitchen/Dining Combo, Quarters/Guest House, Utility Room in House
Kitchen Desc: Island w/o Cooktop, Kitchen open to Family Room
Equipment
Electric Oven, Freestanding Oven
Electric Range, Freestanding Range
Laundry Information
Electric Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Electric Fireplace
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Electric
Cooling System: Central Electric
Other Interior Features
Digital Program Thermostat, Energy Star Appliances, Energy Star/CFL/LED Lights, Energy Star/Reflective Roof, Insulation - Batt, Fiberglass Insulation, Spray-Foam Insulation, Tankless/On-Demand H2O Heater
Crown Moulding, Formal Entry/Foyer, High Ceiling, Water Softener - Owned, Drapes/Curtains/Window Cover
Legal Lot Description: SMITH H H (A-515), TRACT 13.1, ACRES 6.846
Road Surface: Asphalt
Road Frontage: County Maintained
Lot Description: Cleared
Land Information
Land Use: Horses Allowed, Unrestricted
Trees on Property: Clusters
Financial
Tax Information
Tax ID #: 64595
Financial Information
Financing Available: Cash Sale, Conventional, VA
Location
School Information
School District: 213 - Richards
School Elementary: RICHARDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
School Middle: RICHARDS HIGH SCHOOL
School High: RICHARDS HIGH SCHOOL
Location Information
Area: Walker County
Directions: From Huntsville (I-45): Take the Hwy 30 exit and go west for approx 2 miles. Take the FM 1791 exit and turn left. Go approx 9.5 miles and turn right on Preston Rd. Stay on Preston Rd for about 1.5 miles. Property will be on left. Look for gate with "B" in the middle.
Community Information
No
Subdivision Lake Access YN: No
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,616
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6.85 acres
Style: Ranch
Year Built: 2019
Year Renovated: —
County: Walker County
APN: 000000064595
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 22, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Is IDX Opt In
Listing Information
Exclusive Right to Sell/Lease
Listing Office & Agent Information
List Agent Email: trishasellsit@gmail.com
Around this home
Schools
Richards High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 7.5mi
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
6% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 110° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
98% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$882,000 – $1.07M
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