$270,000
$10K PRICE DROP

Estimated payment $1,911/month

Total Views 5,156
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,065 Sq Ft
$254 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • No HOA
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Mature Trees
  • Corian Countertops
  • Front Porch

About This Home

Charming Investment Opportunity in Castle Forest, San Marcos

Located in the desirable Castle Forest subdivision, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers 1,065 square feet of comfortable living space and exceptional investment potential. Built in 1980, the property has a strong rental history, having been consistently leased year after year—making it a prime opportunity for savvy investors seeking reliable income.

Just minutes from I-35, Texas State University, numerous parks and trails, and the scenic Canyon Lake, this home sits in an ideal location for tenants and homeowners alike. Whether you're expanding your portfolio or entering the market for the first time, this well-situated property offers both immediate returns and long-term value.

Listing Agent

Matthew Bushong

eXp Realty, LLC Brokerage Phone: (512) 784-1314 License #0780764 Listed on: 05/12/2025

eXp Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,267

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • 6,416 Sq Ft Lot
  • West Facing Home
  • Wood Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Mature Trees
  • Dense Growth Of Small Trees
  • Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • HardiePlank Type

Interior Spaces

  • 1,065 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Blinds
  • Neighborhood Views

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Corian Countertops
  • Laminate Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Shed
  • Front Porch

Schools

  • Crockett Elementary School
  • Miller Middle School
  • San Marcos High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Above Ground Utilities
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1112600003012003
  • Tax Block C

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Castle Forest Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Playground

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,267

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Directions: From IH 35 S, turn right onto Ranch Rd 12/Wonder World Dr, turn right onto Craddock Ave, turn left onto Girard St, right onto Castle Gate cir
  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Privacy, Wood
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Green Energy Efficient: None
  • Green Sustainability: None
  • Levels: One
  • Living Area: 1065
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
  • Special Listing Conditions: Standard
  • Attribution Contact: (512) 784-1314
  • ETJ Extra Territorial Jurdn: See Remarks
  • Estimated Taxes: 5603.00
  • FEMA Flood Plain: See Remarks
  • Restrictions: None
  • Tax Exemptions: None
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Corian Counters, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Primary Bedroom on Main, Recessed Lighting
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Refrigerator
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Alarm
  • Window Features: Blinds
  • Laundry Location: In Unit,Laundry Room
  • Num Dining: 1
  • Num Living: 1

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Private Yard
  • Roof: Composition
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Private Pool: No
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Faces Front
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Above Ground, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Central
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air

Association/Amenities

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: Playground

Schools

  • Elementary School: Crockett
  • High School: San Marcos
  • Middle/Junior School: Miller
  • Junior High Dist: San Marcos CISD

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Curbs, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft), Trees-Small (Under 20 Ft)
  • Parcel Number: 1112600003012003
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1473
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6416.39
  • Subdivision Name: Castle Forest

Building Info

  • Construction Materials: Brick, HardiPlank Type
  • New Construction: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: C
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Map Number: 12
  • Tax Filled Sqft Total: 1318
  • Tax Rate: 1.96000000000000

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $5,267 $267,609 $67,910 $199,699
2023 $5,654 $297,250 $67,910 $229,340
2022 $4,488 $219,000 $61,680 $157,320
2021 $3,319 $150,580 $36,890 $113,690
2020 $3,174 $144,020 $36,150 $107,870
2019 $3,459 $140,530 $36,150 $104,380
2018 $3,183 $128,690 $22,000 $106,690
2017 $2,844 $118,280 $15,950 $102,330
2016 $2,679 $111,440 $15,950 $95,490
2015 $2,368 $105,840 $15,950 $89,890
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/20/2025 08/20/25 Price Changed $270,000 -3.6% $254 / Sq Ft
05/12/2025 05/12/25 For Sale $280,000 0.0% $263 / Sq Ft
07/15/2024 07/15/24 Rented $1,800 0.0% --
06/28/2024 06/28/24 For Rent $1,800 0.0% --
05/21/2021 05/21/21 Sold -- -- --
05/10/2021 05/10/21 Pending -- -- --
05/06/2021 05/06/21 For Sale $199,900 -- $188 / Sq Ft
Source: Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Special Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- Texas National Title
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $78,500 No Value Available
Previous Owner -- No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)

MLS Number: 9089232

Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®)

APN: R23231