Set on 5 unrestricted acres just outside the city limits, this modern farmhouse blends wide-open Texas skies with thoughtful design and everyday comfort. Over 4,000 total sqft, the 3,159 sq ft main home offers 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, complemented by a 917 sq ft guest house (ADU) with its own bedroom, full bath, kitchen, living area, and bonus room. Built in 2017, w- the guest house added in 2022, this property delivers space, flexibility, and a lifestyle that’s hard to find — all just minutes from Rockwall’s top-rated schools and conveniences.
From the moment you arrive, the front porch and surrounding trees set a peaceful, welcoming tone. Inside, the main home opens to a bright, airy layout centered around a standout living room with a floor-to-ceiling bookshelf, rolling ladder, large picture window, and cozy reading nook. An electric fireplace adds warmth and ambiance year-round.
Throughout the home, you’ll find luxury finishes, custom built-ins, and thoughtfully curated details — including original 1900s farmhouse doors that bring character and history into the space.
The kitchen pairs beauty and function with a farmhouse sink, Sub-Zero refrigerator, luxury gas range, and seamless flow into the dining and outdoor areas. A private study with barn door sits just off the main living space. The downstairs primary suite offers a true retreat with a sitting area and spa-like bath featuring a jetted tub and walk-in shower.
Upstairs includes three additional bedrooms (one ensuite, two with Jack and Jill bath), a spacious game room, and second laundry room. The two-car garage also has walk-up attic storage!
Both homes feature inviting front and back porches. Enjoy unforgettable Texas sunsets from the rooftop deck atop a shipping container w- added storage. Outdoor living continues with a covered patio, electric shade screen, and sport court, and firepit.
This home features a rare blend of space, character, and versatility — come see it for yourself!
For sale
Price cut: $55K (5/27)
$1,295,000
828 Cornelius Rd, Rockwall, TX 75087
5beds
4,076sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2017
5 Acres Lot
$1,237,400 Zestimate®
$318/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Sport courtLuxury finishesCustom built-insCovered patioCozy reading nookLuxury gas rangeSub-zero refrigerator
- 74 days |
- 602 |
- 35 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kimberly Brown 0625615 469-585-8474,
Keller Williams Realty-FM 972-874-1905
Source: NTREIS,MLS#: 21225467
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Jetted Tub, Sitting Area in Primary, Separate Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 24 x 14
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Split Bedrooms, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Split Bedrooms, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Split Bedrooms, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Dining room
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Game room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Living room
- Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 20 x 17
Office
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Some Gas Appliances, Built-In Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Plumbed For Gas
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Laundry in Utility Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Dry Bar, Decorative/Designer Lighting Fixtures, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Multiple Master Suites, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Wired for Sound
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, See Remarks
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Decorative, Electric, Family Room, Heatilator, Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,076 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Door-Single, Enclosed, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gravel, Inside Entrance, Private, Storage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Full Bath
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Front Porch, Other, Patio, Rooftop, See Remarks, Covered, Deck
- Exterior features: Basketball Court, Deck, Fire Pit, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 5 Acres
- Features: Acreage, Landscaped, Many Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House, Outbuilding, Poultry Coop, Pergola, Second Residence, See Remarks, Storage
- Parcel number: 000000010703
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,Farmhouse,Modern,Traditional,Detached
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Fiber Cement
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 2017
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Aerobic Septic
- Water: Community/Coop
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Propane, Septic Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Na
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Rockwall
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $318/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $754,620
- Annual tax amount: $9,945
- Date on market: 4/6/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 74 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Living room TV, security system cameras
Estimated market value
$1,237,400
$1.18M - $1.30M
$4,379/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/27/2026 | Price change | $1,295,000-4.1%$318/sqft |
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| 4/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000+60.9%$331/sqft |
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| 4/13/2022 | Sold | -- |
Source: NTREIS #20000385 Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2022 | Pending sale | $839,000$206/sqft |
Source:  Coldwell Banker Apex, Realtors #20000385 Report a problem | ||
| 3/4/2022 | Contingent | $839,000$206/sqft |
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| 3/2/2022 | Listed for sale | $839,000+6.9%$206/sqft |
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| 4/1/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  RE/MAX International Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/2021 | Price change | $784,900-0.5%$193/sqft |
Source: NTREIS #14504709 Report a problem | ||
| 2/9/2021 | Price change | $789,000-1.3%$194/sqft |
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| 1/22/2021 | Listed for sale | $799,000$196/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,451 -4.5% | $754,620 +5.8% |
| 2024 | $8,849 +19.9% | $713,213 +10% |
| 2023 | $7,379 -8.9% | $648,375 +13.8% |
| 2022 | $8,102 +2.5% | $569,814 +10% |
| 2021 | $7,901 +8% | $518,013 +10% |
| 2020 | $7,316 | $470,921 -2.8% |
| 2019 | -- | $484,690 -0.4% |
| 2018 | $6,357 +173.5% | $486,860 +224.6% |
| 2017 | $2,325 -15.5% | $150,000 -4.9% |
| 2016 | $2,752 | $157,720 -1.6% |
| 2015 | $2,752 | $160,330 -0.8% |
| 2014 | $2,752 | $161,660 +0% |
| 2013 | -- | $161,580 -0.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $162,900 -1.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $165,430 -0.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $166,680 -1.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $169,210 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 75087
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Celia Hays Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 1.4 mi
- 8/10J W Williams Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 9/10Rockwall High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Celia Hays
- Middle: JW Williams
- High: Rockwall
- District: Rockwall ISD
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- Texas
- Rockwall County
- Rockwall
- 75087
- 828 Cornelius Rd
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