Date
Details
Price
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Source
4/28/2026
Listed
$359,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Small town Americana Craftsman (circa 1930's), easily walkable to downtown and surrounded by all the essentials of convenience. This home is solid and charming with many updates including: new windows, laminate flooring to complement the original hardwood long-leaf flooring, Kitchen updates of Quartz countertops and subway tiled backsplash, garage interior finishing touches/a canning kitchen with a new carport attached and landscaping. The wood trim finishing work adorning the interior of the home draws you to the wood-burning fireplace with wood surround bookcases. Elegant but also comforting, your homecoming charm leads from the glassed-French doors and into the Dining room area. The country Kitchen is lovingly organized with loads of light and original cabinetry that take you back to the old days. All rooms are large and Lots of storage to enjoy and the new landscaping/new deck with plenty of room for the swimming pool and garden area. A weekend home or B & B rental.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 242 S Franklin St
General
- Price: $359,000
- Taxes: $3,705 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Houston
- MLS ID: 17168429
- Updated: 4/28/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Interior Features: High Ceilings, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Dining Combo, Programmable Thermostat
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Wood Burning
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Free-Standing Range, Microwave
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Deck, Fence, Porch, Patio, Private Yard
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Patio, Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Carports: Yes
- Carport Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached Carport, Additional Parking, Detached Carport, Driveway, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: 69
- County: Fayette
- Subdivision: Moore John H 445
- Driving Directions: Intersection of Hwy 77/Bus Hwy 71, travel east on Bus Hwy 71, one block to S Franklin and turn right, 2 blocks down and the property is on the right.
- Direction Faces: East
School Information
- Elem School District: 205 - La Grange
- Midd School District: 205 - La Grange
- High School District: 205 - La Grange
- Elementary School: LA GRANGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
- Middle School: LA GRANGE MIDDLE SCHOOL
- High School: LA GRANGE HIGH SCHOOL
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Electric
- Heating Type: Central, Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Craftsman
- Construction: Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
- Windows: Low-Emissivity Windows
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 1,696
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Living Area: 1,696 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1930
- Year Built Source: Owner
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.322
- Lot Size Source: Survey
- Lot Features: Other, Side Yard
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Thermostat, Windows
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $3,705
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Full Ownership
- Legal Description: MOORE JOHN H (445) LOT FRC 303 BLK 38 .322 14, 026 SFT, HSE,
- Legal Disclosures: Special Addendum, Seller Disclosure
- APN: R37990
- Section: 445
Listed by Hart Land Real Estate (979) 968-3892, Deborah Behringer (979) 966-3907
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Schools
Schools serving 242 S Franklin St
School District:La Grange Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
La Grange Elementary School 315 South Jackson Street, La Grange, TX 78945 | PK-6 | 0.3 mi |
La Grange Middle School 640 East Eblin Street, La Grange, TX 78945 | 7-8 | 0.5 mi |
La Grange High School 820 South Vail Street, La Grange, TX 78945 | 9-12 | 0.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 242 S Franklin St
Tax History
Tax History for 242 S Franklin St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,433
-47%
$269,745
-15%
2022
$2,707
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$317,730
3%
2022
$2,707
—
$306,990
40%
2022
$2,707
1%
$218,790
19%
2021
$2,692
—
$184,240
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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242 S Franklin Street, La Grange, TX 78945 (MLS# 17168429) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 242 S Franklin Street is currently listed for $359,000 and was received on April 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 242 S Franklin Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in La Grange? You can browse all La Grange real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.