If you are looking for the perfect waterfront home or getaway, then 229 S Bay on Lake Palestine in Emerald Bay could be the one! As you walk in thru the front door and into the home, you will first notice the plethora of windows across the back and the vaulted ceiling in the living space. The living space is massive, providing both a great entertaining space with the fireplace, and a second space for a sitting area overlooking the lake. The large kitchen is open to the living area and the dining area, and has tons of cabinet and counter space for all of your cooking needs. The dining room perfectly overlooks the backyard and lake. The primary bedroom is good sized, with windows across the back. The primary bathroom has both a tub and shower, double vanity, and walk in closet. In addition there are 2 guest bedrooms, and a third room that could be a great office, play room, or could serve as an additional bedroom. Now, stepping out into the backyard, you will love what you find. A large covered patio will not only give you breathtaking views of the lake, but also plenty of shade so you can enjoy this outdoor space in a variety of ways. A large yard leads down to the lake, giving you even more ways to enjoy this property and its views. Come check out this waterfront home and see all that it and Emerald Bay has to offer!
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229 S Bay Dr, Bullard, TX 75757
3beds
2,248sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1977
-- sqft lot
$619,400 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$2,696 Estimated rent
Home value
$619,400
$576,000 - $663,000
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Waterfront homeLarge covered patioPlethora of windowsPlenty of shadeVaulted ceilingLarge kitchenDouble vanity
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Listed by:
Robby Mayne Main:903-561-0000,
RealEdge Real Estate - Tyler
Bought with:
Janae Fabian, TREC# 0745671
Source: GTARMLS,MLS#: 25000525
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Utility Room, 1 Living Area
Primary bedroom
- Features: Master Bedroom Split
Bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Bathroom
- Features: Shower Only, Shower and Tub, Double Lavatory, Bar
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen/Eating Combo, Breakfast Bar
Heating
- Central/Electric
Cooling
- Central Electric
Appliances
- Included: Range/Oven-Electric, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Tile
- Doors: Insulated Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Low Emissivity Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,248
- Total interior livable area: 2,248 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio Covered, Porch
- Exterior features: Gutter(s)
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: None
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Water/Lakefront
- Body of water: Lake Palestine
Lot
- Features: Subdivision Lot
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 180270000100018010
- Special conditions: Homeowner's Assn Dues,As-Is Condition @ Closing
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Veneer
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Municipal Utility Distric
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Common Areas, Tennis Court(s), Pool, Golf, Fishing, Gated, Dining - Country Club, Boat Ramp, Playground
- Subdivision: Emerald Bay
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $391 monthly
Location
- Region: Bullard
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $565,144
- Annual tax amount: $9,502
- Date on market: 9/17/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional,Must Qualify,Cash
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/20/2025 | Sold | -- |
Source:  GTARMLS #25000525 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2025 | Pending sale | $629,000$280/sqft |
Source: GTARMLS #25000525 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $629,000+8.6%$280/sqft |
Source: GTARMLS #25000525 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2021 | Sold | -- |
Source: GTARMLS #10133759 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2021 | Listed for sale | $579,000+36.2%$258/sqft |
Source: GTARMLS #10133759 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2008 | Listing removed | $425,000$189/sqft |
Source: NCI Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2008 | Listed for sale | $425,000$189/sqft |
Source: NCI Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,503 -5.5% | $565,144 -6.5% |
| 2023 | $10,057 -10.9% | $604,330 -2.3% |
| 2022 | $11,287 +107.1% | $618,453 +17.7% |
| 2021 | $5,450 +0.4% | $525,271 +46.5% |
| 2020 | $5,431 -0.8% | $358,571 +3.8% |
| 2019 | $5,472 +0.1% | $345,394 +1.1% |
| 2018 | $5,469 0% | $341,540 0% |
| 2017 | $5,469 +0.1% | $341,609 +2.2% |
| 2016 | $5,462 -2.8% | $334,157 +2.6% |
| 2015 | $5,623 | $325,709 |
| 2014 | $5,623 +0% | -- |
| 2013 | $5,622 -7.4% | -- |
| 2012 | $6,070 -1% | -- |
| 2011 | $6,128 | -- |
| 2010 | -- | $327,767 +0.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $326,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $326,500 +13% |
| 2007 | -- | $289,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $289,000 +2.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $281,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $281,600 +1.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $277,600 +21.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $229,300 |
| 2001 | -- | $229,300 +20.3% |
| 2000 | -- | $190,600 |
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Neighborhood: Emerald Bay
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Bullard Intermediate SchoolGrades: 5-6Distance: 6.9 mi
- 9/10Bullard Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 6.8 mi
- 7/10Bullard High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bullard
- Middle: Bullard
- High: Bullard
Source: GTARMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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