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401 S Lester St, La Grange, TX, 78945

$297,000

Home List Price

$3,527*

Closing Credit

4 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath
1,230 SqFt
$241/SqFt
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401 S Lester St, La Grange$297,000

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$3,527*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingDriveway
Year Built1945
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
WaterfrontNone
ViewCity
MLS #2512428
Lot Size0.63 Acres
StatusActive

About 401 S Lester St

This lovingly restored home is located in the heart of charming La Grange. Its convenient location is within walking distance to La Grange Public Schools, HEB and less than a mile to the downtown square. The sellers have painstakingly paid close attention to details in refurbishing and maintaining their beloved home!Lots of natural light in this open floor plan and there is an easy flow for entertaining and family gatherings. The bedrooms are split with the living spaces in between. The dining room provides access to the back covered deck by way of French doors. The modernized kitchen features oak cabinetry with crown molding, tile back splash & granite countertops. For extra storage and workspace there is a center island with pendant lighting. Above the sink is a picture window offering a view of the scenic backyard. Stainless appliances include gas range, vent hood, refrigerator and dish washer. The bathroom has been tastefully updated to include ceramic tile floors & tub surround, jetted tub, new vanity and washer/dryer connections. There are fresh and neutral paint color tones inside and out. The hardwood floors have been professionally refinished and are impressive! You’ll find added upgrades throughout the home: double paned windows with wood blinds, ceiling fans, direct wired smoke detectors, added insulation in the attic, on demand water heater and matching Oil Rubbed Bronze fixtures & hardware.This large lot in town is a unique find. It is shaded with majestic Live Oak & pecan trees, is entirely fenced with double gates to allow access to the back yard and has a dog run. The two-story storage building with lean-to has electricity and provides good additional storage. There is room for a family to grow with this property, with space for future room additions, garage, carport, etc…. And, outside there is room for lots of outdoor fun too- a future pool, playscape, etc…The square footage is per the seller.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Year Built: 1945
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,230 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Diggs Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (979) 968-6143
  • Listing Agent: Jerri ann Taylor

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Disposal, Gas Range, Tankless Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Stone, Wood
  • Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), Granite Counters, No Interior Steps, Open Floorplan

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: No
  • Waterfront: None
  • View: City
  • Exterior: Dog Run, Private Yard, Rain Gutters

Parking Information:

  • Parking: Driveway

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Back Yard, City Lot, Front Yard, See Remarks
  • Lot Size: 0.63 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From Business 71 (Travis) go south on Lester. The property will be on the East side of the street.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $297,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $241/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $2,121
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

See how this home compares to others in La Grange, TX.

Med. Sold Price

$315K

Med. Price/SqFt

$180

Avg. Days On Market

143

# of Sold Homes

6

401 S Lester St vs La Grange

8 DAYS ON ROCKET

-135 Days

$297,000

-$18K Less

$241/SqFt

+$61 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $18K less than the Median Sold Price and $61/SqFt more than other homes in La Grange, TX.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: ACTRIS
  • MLS Number: #2512428

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Diggs Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (979) 968-6143
  • Listing Agent: Jerri ann Taylor

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$2,121$115,550
2019 - $111,280
2018$2,042$105,270
2017$1,870$95,700

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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5
/10
  • La Grange Elementary School

  • 315 S Jackson St

  • 0.40 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-6

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7
/10
  • Weimar Elementary School

  • 515 W Main St

  • 14.88 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-4

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8
/10
  • Round Top-Carmine Elementary School

  • 608 N Washington St

  • 15.26 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-6

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $28,021. Most La Grange, TX residents have annual incomes less than $35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 401 S Lester St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 401 S Lester St property is $297,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 401 S Lester St is a house located in La Grange, Texas, 78945.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 401 S Lester St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $2,121 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 401 S Lester St has 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 401 S Lester St is 1,230 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 401 S Lester St is 1945.

Rocket HomesTexasFayette CountyLa Grange78945401 S Lester St

This home is located at 401 S Lester St in La Grange, TX and zip code 78945. This 1,230 square foot home, which was built in 1945, sits on a 0.63 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 02, 2025 and is currently priced at $297,000.

Over 2 listings were sold over their listed price in December 2024 in La Grange, TX. In the same period over 3 listings were sold below the listed price and 1 listings were sold for the listed price. In December 2024 in La Grange, TX there were 9.8% more homes for sale than in November 2024. The median list price of listings available in December 2024 was $315,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 143 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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