# 1196 County Road 260, Gainesville, TX 76240

> **TL;DR:** 4bd/3ba single family, $499,000 ($168/sqft), built 1989, 2,977 sqft.
> Fireplace, A/C. Est. $2,669/mo.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $499,000 |
| Price/sqft | $168 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 2 full, 1 half |
| Square Feet | 2,977 |
| Year Built | 1989 |
| Lot Size | 115,434 sqft (2.65 acres) |
| Stories | 2 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | Active |
| Days on Market | 0 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $2,523 |
| Estimated Insurance | $146 |
| **Total** | **$2,669** |

## Nearby Schools

- **Elementary:** Chalmers
- **High:** Gainesvill

## Key Amenities

- Fireplace
- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1989
- 2.65 acre lot
- 2 stories
- Fireplace

## Description

### Agent Description
Welcome to this charming Dutch colonial home nestled on 2.65 acres of picturesque landscape adorned with majestic trees. This stately 2-story residence boasts elegance and warmth, featuring 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Upon entry, you are greeted by a staircase that adds to the home's inviting ambiance. The living room, anchored by a classic brick fireplace, invites cozy gatherings and serene moments. One of the two workshops on the property features a storm shelter. For convenience it is located just off the garage. Outside, the expansive property includes a large workshop, ideal for hobbies or storage, complemented by an RV carport. With its timeless appeal and serene surroundings, this Dutch colonial home offers a perfect blend of comfort and sophistication, promising a lifestyle of tranquility and charm. The house is about a mile from Chalmers Elementary School. Gainesville is only 9 miles from Winstar Casino, Golf Course and Lucas Oil Live! It is about a half hour drive to Denton and Sherman, an hour from DFW International Airport, and around an hour and 20 minutes to Dallas Love Field, downtown Dallas and Fort Worth.

## Location

- **Address:** 1196 County Road 260, Gainesville, TX 76240
- **County:** Cooke
- **Neighborhood:** BACK FORTY
- **Coordinates:** 33.607281, -97.105943
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=33.607281,-97.105943

## Virtual Tour & Media

- **Video Tour:** https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/ntreis/21205493

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Kelly Bob Bayer
- **Brokerage:** RE/MAX First Realty
- **Phone:** (940) 736-8061
- **Broker Phone:** (940) 736-8061
- **Listing URL:** [View original listing](https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/1196-County-Road-260_Gainesville_TX_76240_M71335-54814?f=listhub&s=NTREIS&m=21205493&c=propsimple)

## Photos

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**MLS#:** 21205493 | **Updated:** 2026-09-13
**Source:** listhub

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