Nestled on a picturesque acre, this 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers incredible potential and a unique blend of functionality and charm. This home is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to add their personal touch. The standout features include a brand-new workshop, perfect for hobbies, storage, or projects, and paid-off solar panels that provide significant savings on electricity. Step outside to enjoy stunning views and the peace of country living, with plenty of room for gardening, outdoor activities, or simply relaxing under the wide-open skies. This property combines endless possibilities with practical perks—don't miss your chance to make it your own! Schedule a showing today. SHOP CANNOT BE ACCESSED BY CAR, There is not enough room on either side of the home to drive a car to the shop.
Single-familyProperty Type
1986Year Built
1.02 acresLot Size
$176Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Lesley Stegmeier• Real Broker, LLC
Contact: 855-450-0442
Bought with Amelia Valdez• Amelia Valdez City Real Estate
Est. $2,054 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2038 Forreston Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Apr 17, 2026
Sold
*
NTREIS #21000452
Apr 15, 2026
Sold
*
Apr 1, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 19, 2026
Contingent
—
Feb 12, 2026
Price Changed
$279,999
$176/sq ft
Feb 4, 2026
Relisted
—
Jan 25, 2026
Contingent
—
Nov 10, 2025
Relisted
—
Oct 21, 2025
Price Changed
$280,000
$176/sq ft
Sep 3, 2025
Price Changed
$300,000
$188/sq ft
Jul 23, 2025
Listed
$305,000
$191/sq ft
NTREIS #20804202
Jun 13, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Apr 25, 2025
Price Changed
$290,000
$182/sq ft
Mar 26, 2025
Relisted
—
Feb 25, 2025
Price Changed
$300,000
$188/sq ft
Jan 30, 2025
Price Changed
$315,000
$198/sq ft
Jan 15, 2025
Listed
$325,000
$204/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 23, 2023
Sold
*
NTREIS #20212656
Feb 23, 2023
Sold
*
Feb 2, 2023
Pending
—
Jan 26, 2023
Contingent
—
Nov 25, 2022
Listed
$275,000
$173/sq ft
Great starter home that features 3 bed 1 bath, large kitchen with tons of cabinet space, breakfast bar, eat in kitchen, large utility room, converted garage that could be used for many options. Fenced and cross fenced, dog run and storage building. Roof was replaced in 2021, Outside city limits, no city taxes!!
Public Records
Jun 30, 2014
Sold
*
Public Records
Jun 19, 2006
Sold
*
NTREIS #10466233
Apr 12, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Jan 27, 2006
Listed
$67,900
$43/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 22, 1986
Sold
*
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,268 (−2.4%)
$145,000 + $136,226
$281,226
2025
$4,371 (+2.2%)
$140,000 + $148,003
$288,003
2024
$4,277 (+9.2%)
$140,000 + $141,857
$281,857
2023
$3,916 (+15.2%)
$125,000 + $135,888
$260,888
2022
$3,399 (+58.8%)
$110,000 + $91,504
$201,504
2021
$2,141 (+8.0%)
2020
$1,982 (+4.1%)
2019
$1,903 (+3.8%)
2018
$1,833 (+8.8%)
2017
$1,685 (−1.8%)
$20,000 + $63,340
$83,340
2016
$1,716 (+3.2%)
$20,000 + $63,340
$83,340
2015
$1,662 (+7.9%)
$20,000 + $64,020
$84,020
2013
$1,540 (+5.7%)
$20,000 + $61,390
$81,390
2012
$1,456 (−5.2%)
$20,000 + $61,390
$81,390
2011
$1,535 (+2.0%)
$20,000 + $60,310
$80,310
2010
$1,505 (+1.1%)
2009
$1,489
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.02 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,593
Year built
1986
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Ellis County
APN
000000179805
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Carport Spaces: 0
Covered Spaces: 0
Parking Features: Gravel
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces: 0
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Fireplace Information
Fireplaces Total: 0
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Heating: Central, Electric
Interior Features
Room Count: 5
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater
Number Of Living Areas: 1
Number Of Dining Areas: 1
Living Area: 1593.00
Levels: One
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate
Interior Features: Decorative Lighting, Eat-in Kitchen, High Speed Internet Available, Paneling, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: 1
Room Dimensions: 18 x 11
Room Length: 18.00
Room Width: 11.00
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Level: 1
Room Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Cabinets, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
Room Dimensions: 11 x 8
Room Length: 11.00
Room Width: 8.00
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedrm
Room Level: 1
Room Dimensions: 10 x 11
Room Length: 10.00
Room Width: 11.00
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: 1
Room Dimensions: 11 x 13
Room Length: 11.00
Room Width: 13.00
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: 1
Room Dimensions: 11 x 11
Room Length: 11.00
Room Width: 11.00
Exterior
Building Information
Roof: Composition
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Dog Run, Storage
Fencing: Cross Fenced, Fenced, Wood
Lot Information
Lot Features: Acreage, Interior Lot, Lrg. Backyard Grass
Lot Size: 1 to < 3 Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.0200
Lot Size Area: 1.0200
Lot Size Square Feet: 44431.2000
Lot Size Units: Acres
Parcel Number: 179805
RATIO List Price By Lot Size Acr: 274508.82353
Will Subdivide: No
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Accessibility Features YN: No
Property Attached YN: No
Multi Parcel IDYN: No
Property Key: 48139|179805|1|9404439
Property Match: APN
US Property MUI: 409927148
Building Information
Year Built: 1986
Year Built Details: Preowned
Smart Home Features Appor Pass Y: No
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Legal Description: 54 N B BROOKS 1.02 ACRES
Unexempt Taxes: 4277
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: FHA
Loan Type: Treat As Clear
Second Mortgage YN: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Municipal Utility District YN: No
Utilities: Outside City Limits, Rural Water District, Septic
Energy Efficiency Features
Green Energy Generation: Solar
Green Energy Efficient: Solar Electric System - Leased, Solar Electric System - Owned
Location
HOA Information
Association Type: None
School Information
Elementary School: Dunaway
Elementary School Name: Dunaway
High School Name: Waxahachie
Junior High School Name: Finley
School District: Waxahachie ISD
Location Information
County Or Parish: Ellis
Country: United States
Directions: From Waxahachie head south on Hwy 77 toward Forreston and turn left on FM 55, turn right on Forreston Rd SOP
Latitude: 32.26654900
Longitude: -96.82554900
Geocode Confidence: High
Subdivision Name: N B Brooks
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,593
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.02 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1986
Year Renovated: —
County: Ellis County
APN: 000000179805
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 2026
Other
Green Verification Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 855-450-0442
List Source Original: Matrix
Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing Id: 21000452
Listing Key Numeric: 459271386
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Mls Status: Closed
Previous Status: Pending
Originating System Name: North Texas Real Estate Information Systems
Photos Count: 39
Possession: Closing/Funding
Seller Contributions: 5000
Special Listing Conditions: Standard
Standard Status: Closed
Third Party Assistance Program Y: Yes
Transaction Type: For Sale
Listing Date Information
Days On Market: 239
Cumulative Days On Market: 239
Close Date: 2026-04-15
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-03-19
Expiration Date Option: 2026-03-26
Listing Contract Date: 2025-07-23
Off Market Date: 2026-03-19
Price Change Timestamp: 2026-02-12T17:12:33.133
Status Change Timestamp: 2026-04-23T14:08:46.550
Listing Price Information
Original List Price: 305000.00
Previous List Price: 280000.00
List Price: 279999.00
RATIO Close Price By Lot Size Ac: 264705.88235
RATIO Current Price By Lot Size: 264705.88235
Around this home
Schools
Oliver E Clift Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 7.9mi
2/10
Robbie E Howard Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 9.7mi
5/10
Waxahachie High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 12.1mi
5/10
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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
5% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 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
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Waxahachie. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.