Under contract

$275,000

261 Briarwood Dr
San Marcos, TX 78666

  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1,244 sq ft
  • 0.59 acres

Listing courtesy of Compass RE Texas, LLC · (512) 575-3644 · MLS# 1897272 · Status: Active Under Contract

About this home

Incredible value and potential on .59 acre! No HOA, minimal restrictions, and a low 1.58% tax rate! Ideally located about 10 mins from Texas State University and ~30 mins from Austin and San Antonio. 2025 updates include * a new roof * all new HVAC * electrical * interior paint * lighting * insulation. Discover the charm of this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath single-story home, nestled on a spacious .59 ac lot along a quiet cul-de-sac street. With thoughtful improvements, inviting indoor and outdoor living spaces, and a convenient location near downtown San Marcos and Texas State University, this property offers an appealing blend of comfort, privacy, and room to grow. Inside you will find an updated kitchen and baths, a cozy fireplace, newer windows, no carpet, and numerous improvements. The expansive yard offers privacy and beautiful green views beneath mature shade trees, with no immediate neighbors behind or on one side. Featuring a large deck, workshop/storage shed with electricity and covered equipment storage, plus plenty of space to relax, entertain, garden, or park your RV or boat. Enjoy peaceful living with easy access to major roads, shopping, dining, downtown San Marcos, and Texas State University. An exceptional opportunity for space, flexibility, and convenience. Schedule your private showing today!

Description provided by the listing brokerage.

Facts

Property type
Residential · Single Family Residence
Year built
1984
Lot size
0.59 acres
Living area
1,244 sq ft
Price per sq ft
$221
Bathrooms
2 full, 0 half
Annual taxes
$2,406
County
Hays
Neighborhood
Parker Sub
School district
San Marcos CISD
Schools
Travis · Goodnight · San Marcos

Features

Roof
Composition, Shingle
View
Trees/Woods
Sewer
Septic Tank
Levels
One
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Fencing
None
Heating
Central, Electric, Fireplace(s)
Flooring
No Carpet, Tile
Utilities
Cable Available, Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Appliances
Cooktop, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Oven, Electric Oven, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range, RNGHD, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Electric Water Heater
Lot
Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Native Plants, Private, Public Maintained Road, Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft), Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft), Trees-Moderate
Water
Public
Pool
None
Horse amenities
None
Windows
Bay Window(s), Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Screens
Parking
Concrete, Driveway, Off Street, Parking Pad, Paved, RV Access/Parking, Side By Side, Tandem
Exterior
Rain Gutters, Private Entrance, Private Yard
Interior
Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling-High, Tray Ceiling(s), Ceiling-Vaulted, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, In-Law Floorplan, No Interior Steps, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Primary Bedroom on Main, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Wired for Data
Community
Trail(s)
Fireplace
Living Room, Wood Burning
Foundation
Slab
Waterfront
None
Energy efficiency
HVAC, Insulation, Roof, Windows
Accessibility
None
Construction
Brick, Frame, HardiPlank Type
Patio & porch
Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch, Rear Porch
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