Charming Country Fixer-Upper on 1.44 Acres—Big Enough to Divide and Build a Second Home! See Aerial Views! Welcome to 270 Newman Rd, a peaceful country retreat with real development potential in the coveted Howe ISD. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on a generous 1.44-acre lot that’s large enough to divide—offering the rare chance to build a second home or investment property while keeping the charm of rural living. Built in 1980 by the current owner's grandparents, the home features sturdy bones and timeless craftsmanship, including a custom-built fireplace that anchors the living room with warmth and character. Several major updates have already been completed for you: *New Roof * Updated HVAC System * New Water Heater * Foundation Leveled (Transferable Warranty) The heavy lifting is done—popcorn ceilings and outdated flooring are gone, giving you a blank canvas ready for renovation. Whether you're updating to make it your forever home or enhancing it for resale, the possibilities are wide open. Step outside and take in the spacious, tree-dotted yard—plenty of room for a workshop, garden, or a brand-new second home on its own lot. This is a prime opportunity to live in one and build or sell the other. All this, just minutes from town conveniences, Texas Instruments, and major highways—offering the perfect mix of peace and potential. Opportunity like this doesn’t come around often—schedule your showing today!
Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater
Number Of Living Areas: 1
Number Of Dining Areas: 2
Living Area: 1557.00
Levels: One
Flooring: Concrete
Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: 1
Room Features: Fireplace
Room Dimensions: 0 x 0
Room Length: 0.00
Room Width: 0.00
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedrm
Room Level: 1
Room Features: Ensuite Bath
Room Dimensions: 0 x 0
Room Length: 0.00
Room Width: 0.00
Exterior
Building Information
Roof: Composition
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features
Fencing: Chain Link
Land Information
Soil Type: Clay
Lot Information
Lot Features: Many Trees
Lot Size: 1 to < 3 Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.4400
Lot Size Area: 1.4400
Lot Size Square Feet: 62726.4000
Lot Size Units: Acres
Parcel Number: 128759
RATIO List Price By Lot Size Acr: 156944.44444
Will Subdivide: No
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Accessibility Features YN: No
Property Attached YN: No
Accessory Unit YN: No
Multi Parcel IDYN: No
Property Key: 48181|128759|1|73466857
Property Match: APN
Restrictions: No Known Restriction(s)
US Property MUI: 406156693
Building Information
Year Built: 1980
Smart Home Features Appor Pass Y: No
Financial
Tax Information
Special Taxing Entities: Yes
Tax Legal Description: G-0733 LINDSAY BEN A-G0733, ACRES 1.44
Unexempt Taxes: 3686
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Loan Type: Treat As Clear
Second Mortgage YN: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Municipal Utility District YN: No
Utilities: Aerobic Septic, All Weather Road, City Water, Individual Water Meter, Overhead Utilities
Location
HOA Information
Association Type: None
School Information
Elementary School: Summit Hill
Elementary School Name: Summit Hill
High School Name: Howe
Intermediate School Name: Howe
Middle School Name: Howe
School District: Howe ISD
Location Information
County Or Parish: Grayson
Country: United States
Directions: US-75 to exit 56A and right on Shepherd Dr., Go 7.1 mi and left on W. Shepherd. Then, 1.3 mi and left on Newman Rd. 0.2 mi and home is on the right. Number on mailbox and sign in yard.
Latitude: 33.54267900
Longitude: -96.60052900
Geocode Confidence: High
Subdivision Name: SHOISD RURAL
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,557
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.44 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1980
Year Renovated: 1986
County: Grayson County
APN: 000000128759
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026