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  • $245,000

    1561 Fm 1816, Bowie, TX 76230

    3beds
    1,232sqft
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    $2,091/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1953
    0.67 Acres Lot
    $241,200 Zestimate®
    $199/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Rv accessOversized roomsFlexible spacesTwo oversized bedroomsAmple parkingNewer gas furnaceLarge yard
    Welcome to this charming farmhouse cottage with space, flexibility, and an impressive list of property features just outside the Bowie city limits. Situated on approximately .67 acre with mature trees, a large yard, and St. Augustine grass, this well-maintained home offers room to spread out while remaining convenient to town. Inside, hardwood floors run throughout the home, and two oversized bedrooms provide exceptionally generous living space. The primary bedroom features an en suite bath and walk-in closet. A third flexible room, currently used as a spacious laundry and utility room, offers additional possibilities to suit the next owner's needs. The outdoor spaces add even more versatility, with ample parking, an attached single-car garage, a carport with electric offering additional space for a vehicle or boat, RV access, and additional air-conditioned buildings equipped with electric, water, and gas. Whether used as workshops, studios, hobby spaces, or additional storage, they're ready to adapt to the next owner's plans. The spacious yard offers plenty of room for gardens, chickens, outdoor projects, or simply enjoying more room to roam. The property is served by its own well and septic system and features a new well house with a water softener, pump, filter, pressure tank, new plumbing, and additional improvements. Other updates include a newer gas furnace, Hardie board siding on the garage, and gutters with leaf guards. Mature trees create an inviting place to enjoy the outdoors. With oversized rooms, flexible spaces, multiple outbuildings, extensive parking, and valuable improvements already in place, this property offers far more than you might expect. Come see all that it has to offer!
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    Listed by:

    Caitlin Alonzo 0822742 254-459-1544,

    Gather Home Realty 254-459-1544

    Source: NTREIS,MLS#: 21377176

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: 0 x 0
      Living room
      • Level: First
      • Dimensions: 0 x 0
      Heating
      • Central, Fireplace(s), Propane
      Cooling
      • Attic Fan, Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Range
      Features
      • Decorative/Designer Lighting Fixtures, Eat-in Kitchen, High Speed Internet, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Has basement: No
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Propane
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,232 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Additional Parking, Door-Single, Garage, RV Carport, Storage
      • Attached garage spaces: 1
      • Carport spaces: 1
      • Covered spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Covered
      • Exterior features: Awning(s), Rain Gutters
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 0.67 Acres
      • Features: Landscaped, Many Trees
      Details
      • Parcel number: R000013748

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Detached
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      • Attached to another structure: Yes
      Condition
      • Year built: 1953

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Well
      • Utilities for property: Propane, None, Septic Available, Water Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Te&L Co
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Bowie

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $199/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $131,610
      • Date on market: 9/3/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 5 days
      • Exclusions: curtains and rods, tvs and mounts, fireplace in the second bedroom, sink in shed, gun safe does not convey.

        Estimated market value

        $241,200

        $229,000 - $253,000

        $1,594/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/3/2026Listed for sale$245,000-7.5%$199/sqft
        Source: NTREIS #21377176 Report a problem
        6/24/2026Listing removed$264,900$215/sqft
        Source: NTREIS #20977997 Report a problem
        3/6/2026Price change$264,900-1.5%$215/sqft
        Source: NTREIS #20977997 Report a problem
        6/24/2025Listed for sale$269,000+173.1%$218/sqft
        Source: NTREIS #20977997 Report a problem
        2/7/2019Listing removed$98,500$80/sqft
        Source: Virginia Cook, REALTORS #13986609 Report a problem
        1/25/2019Pending sale$98,500$80/sqft
        Source: Virginia Cook, REALTORS #13986609 Report a problem
        12/10/2018Listed for sale$98,500$80/sqft
        Source: Virginia Cook, REALTORS #13986609 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025-- $131,610
        2024$790 +19.2%$131,610 +9.2%
        2023$663 -6%$120,550 +4.4%
        2022$705 +58.9%$115,440 +17.4%
        2021$444 +7.4%$98,330 +7.4%
        2020$413 +176.2%$91,540 +50.8%
        2018$150 $60,690 +1.3%
        2017-- $59,940 +5.2%
        2016-- $56,960 +6%
        2015-- $53,750
        2014-- $53,750 +0%
        2013-- $53,740
        2012-- $53,740
        2011-- $53,740 +10.3%
        2010-- $48,740 -0.3%
        2009-- $48,900
        2008-- $48,900 +4%
        2007-- $47,030
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 76230

        Getting around

        1 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        17 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Bowie
        • Middle: Bowie
        • High: Bowie
        • District: Bowie ISD

        Source: NTREIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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