1609 Forrest Drive

Wharton, TX
$ 215,000 Beds 3 Baths 2 Sq 1,744
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Situated in a quiet country subdivision, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick home sits on a spacious 0.8676-acre fully fenced lot with mature shade trees. Built in 1970, the home offers approximately 1,744 square feet of living area and includes a 2-car attached garage, cozy fireplace, laminate flooring throughout, and a kitchen with a convenient breakfast bar and walk in pantry. The property offers a functional layout and plenty of outdoor space to enjoy. While some updating and TLC may be desired, the home presents a great opportunity to personalize and add value. Enjoy the peaceful setting, generous yard space, and country atmosphere this property has to offer.

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  • Price
  • $ 215,000
  • City
  • Wharton
  • Bedrooms
  • 3
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 2
  • County
  • Wharton
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • 55
  • Lot Size
  • 0.8676 Acres
  • Zip
  • 77488
  • Sqr Footage
  • 1,744
  • Year Built
  • 1970
  • Taxes
  • $ 1376
  • Style
  • MLS#
  • 84967005
Listed By: RE/MAX Professionals;
Data Source: Houston Association of REALTORS® (HAR)

Features

General

Country US
Sewer Septic Tank
Heating Central,Electric
Cooling Central Air,Electric
Roof Composition
Garage Spaces 2
Architectural Style Traditional
Construction Materials Brick
Year Built 1970
Stories Count 1
Levels One
Property Subtype Detached
Tax Year 2025
Additional Parcels Description R21021,R21039
County Wharton
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
Attached Garage true
Subdivision Name Oakwood
Garage Y/N true
Total Rooms 7
Full Baths 2
Status Active
Directions From Hwy 60 Take FM 3012 (Old Lane City Rd) at Louie's Liquor store. Turn right onto Forrest Dr. Property is on the right.
ModificationTimestamp 2026-08-27T16:08:24.987-00:00
High School WHARTON HIGH SCHOOL
City Wharton
Disclosures Seller Disclosure
High School District 180 - Wharton
MLS Area 55
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Elementary School CG SIVELLS/WHARTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Tax Annual Amount 1376
Middle/Junior High School WHARTON JUNIOR HIGH
Additional Parcels Y/N true
Lease Considered Y/N false
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 180 - Wharton
Elementary School District 180 - Wharton
Year Built Source Public Records
PostalCity Wharton
Legal Description OAKWOOD BLOCK 1 LOT 18

Interior Features

Interior Amenities All Bedrooms Down,Breakfast Bar,En Suite Bathroom,Pantry,Tub Shower,Walk-In Pantry,Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring Laminate
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Wood Burning
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N true
Laundry Features Washer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup
Total Bedrooms 3
Room Type Living Room,Utility Room
LivingAreaSource Appraiser
Total Baths 2
Bedrooms Possible 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Fully Fenced,Fence
Fencing Back Yard
Parking Features Attached,Garage
Lot Features Subdivision
Water Source Well
Lot Size Area 37800
Foundation Details Slab
Building Area Total 1744
Lot Size Acres 0.8676
Road Surface Type Asphalt
Lot Size Source Appraiser
Private Pool false

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

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$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Katy, TX office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School CG SIVELLS/WHARTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary School
Middle School WHARTON JUNIOR HIGH Middle School
High School WHARTON HIGH SCHOOL High School

Price History

5/21/2026 Listed $215,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 77488

Price
AVG $260K
$220K
Taxes
AVG $4,051
$1,376
Year Built
AVG 1986
1970

Areas That We Cover

1609 Forrest Drive Wharton, TX is a Single Family Home for sale at $215000 with 1744 sqft and a lot size of 0.8676 Acres Acre(s). 1609 Forrest Drive Wharton has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and was built in 1970. The property's zip code is 77488 which is in Wharton, TX

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