Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/23/2025
Listed
$275,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Step into a home rich with old-world warmth and timeless character, where craftsmanship and history create an inviting sense of place from the moment you arrive. Classic architectural details and original flooring set the tone, while shiplap accents throughout add depth and texture that reflect the home's enduring charm. The first floor offers a flexible and welcoming layout with multiple living spaces, including a formal parlor, living and dining areas, a spacious kitchen, laundry area, and a primary bedroom. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms, a second bathroom, and abundant attic space with potential for expansion, ideal for added living areas, storage, or a creative retreat. Situated on nearly an acre, the property is surrounded by mature trees and includes a storage barn and additional shed, offering both function and opportunity. One of the home's standout features is its walkable lifestyle, which offers easy access to grocery stores, downtown Paris, dining options, and nearby healthcare facilities, all just steps away. With state parks, lakes, and entertainment destinations within a comfortable drive, this property blends historic charm, everyday convenience, and future potential into one truly special offering.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 540 12th St SE
General
- Price: $275,000
- Taxes: $3,200
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NTREIS
- MLS ID: 21137474
- Updated: 12/23/2025
- Added to Site: 26 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Speed Internet, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Decorative
- Appliances: Convection Oven, Gas Water Heater
- Flooring: Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Security System
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Storage
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Awning(s), Rear Porch, Front Porch, Covered
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Carport Spaces: 3
- Covered Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Covered, Carport, Detached Carport, Driveway, No Garage, Open
Location
- County: Lamar
- Subdivision: City Of Paris
- Driving Directions: Coming into Paris from the South, on S Church St., continue north and then turn right onto Evergreen St. On Old Jefferson Rd., turn left, then turn left again on 12th St SE. The house will be on the left-hand side in about half a mile. Use GPS
School Information
- Elem School District: Paris ISD
- Midd School District: Paris ISD
- High School District: Paris ISD
- Elementary School: Aiken
- High School: Paris
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Central, Electric, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Sewer Available, Water Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Detached
- Structure Type: House
- Detached/Attached: Attached
- Roof: Composition
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Living Area: 3,076 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1896
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.922
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 40,162.32
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Lawn, Many Trees
- Fencing (Description): Fenced, Other, Partial, Wire
Financial Considerations
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale
- Tax Amount: $3,200
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: CITY OF PARIS, BLOCK 113-A, LOT 11, 540 12TH
- Exclusions: Stove, Refrigerator,
- Property ID: 15870
- Block: 113-A
- Lot Number: 11
Listed by CENTURY 21 Judge Fite Co., Sarah Padgett and CENTURY 21 Judge Fite Co., Garett Valencia
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CENTURY 21 Judge Fite Co.
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817-473-7661
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Schools
Schools serving 540 12th St SE
School District:Paris Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Aikin Elementary School, Paris, TX 3100 Pine Mill Road, Paris, TX 75460 | K-4 | 1.6 mi |
Paris J High School 2400 Jefferson Road, Paris, TX 75460 | 7-8 | 1.4 mi |
Paris High School 2255 South Collegiate Drive, Paris, TX 75460 | 9-12 | 2.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 540 12th St SE
Tax History
Tax History for 540 12th St SE
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2022
$611
—
$179,220
—
2022
$611
—
$179,360
9%
2022
$611
3%
$165,000
19%
2021
$592
—
$138,570
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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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540 12th Street SE, Paris, TX 75460 (MLS# 21137474) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 540 12th Street SE is currently listed for $275,000 and was received on December 23, 2025. Want to learn more about 540 12th Street SE? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Paris? You can browse all Paris real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.