For sale

$215,000

1609 Forrest Dr, Wharton, TX 77488

3beds

1,744sqft

$1,629/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1970

0.87 Acres Lot

$204,800 Zestimate^®

$123/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Cozy fireplaceLaminate flooring throughoutMature shade treesWalk in pantryFunctional layoutGenerous yard space

Situated in a quiet country subdivision, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick home sits on a spacious 0.8676-acre fully fenced lot with mature shade trees. Built in 1970, the home offers approximately 1,744 square feet of living area and includes a 2-car attached garage, cozy fireplace, laminate flooring throughout, and a kitchen with a convenient breakfast bar and walk in pantry. The property offers a functional layout and plenty of outdoor space to enjoy. While some updating and TLC may be desired, the home presents a great opportunity to personalize and add value. Enjoy the peaceful setting, generous yard space, and country atmosphere this property has to offer.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Rooms

Room types: Utility Room

Primary bedroom

Level: First
Area: 154
Dimensions: 14x11

Bedroom

Level: First
Area: 100.1
Dimensions: 11x9.10

Bedroom

Level: First
Area: 96.57
Dimensions: 10.6x9.11

Dining room

Level: First
Area: 156.8
Dimensions: 16x9.8

Kitchen

Level: First
Area: 117
Dimensions: 10x11.7

Living room

Level: First
Area: 280.8
Dimensions: 18x15.6

Utility room

Level: First
Area: 71
Dimensions: 10x7.10

Heating

Electric

Cooling

Electric

Appliances

Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features

All Bedrooms Down, En-Suite Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Laminate
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Wood Burning

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,744
Total interior livable area: 1,744 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Attached
Attached garage spaces: 2

Features

Stories: 1
Fencing: Back Yard,Full

Lot

Size: 0.87 Acres
Features: Subdivided, 1/2 Up to 1 Acre

Details

Additional parcels included: R21021,R21039
Parcel number: R21020

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Traditional
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Composition

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1970

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Septic Tank

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Oakwood

Location

Region: Wharton

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $123/sqft
Tax assessed value: $203,676
Annual tax amount: $1,376
Date on market: 5/21/2026
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
Road surface type: Asphalt

Estimated market value

$204,800

$193,000 - $215,000

$1,751/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/20/2026	Listed for sale	$215,000$123/sqft
Source: HAR #84967005 Report a problem
6/8/2026	Pending sale	$215,000$123/sqft
Source: HAR #84967005 Report a problem
5/21/2026	Listed for sale	$215,000$123/sqft
Source: HAR #84967005 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$982 +10.7%	$171,662 +10%
2024	$888 +9.6%	$156,056 +10%
2023	$810 -17.1%	$141,869 +1.2%
2022	$977 +3.9%	$140,195 +10%
2021	$940 -2.3%	$127,450 +2.3%
2020	$963 +8.9%	$124,554 +10%
2019	$884	$113,231 +10%
2018	--	$102,937
2017	--	$102,937
2016	--	$102,937 +6.3%
2015	--	$96,876
2014	--	$96,876 +2.7%
2012	--	$94,356 -1.3%
2011	--	$95,637
2010	--	$95,637 +1.9%
2009	--	$93,890