242 S Franklin Street, La Grange, TX 78945

La Grange
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene
242 S Franklin Street,La Grange, TX 78945
$359,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,696 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: deborah behringer
Office: hart land real estate979-968-3892
MLS#:17168429
Source:HARMLS

Price summary

  • Price:$359,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$211.67

About this home

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.

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Home facts

  • Year built:1930
  • Listing ID #:17168429
  • Updated:April 30, 2026 at 11:50 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:3
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Rooms Total:9
  • Flooring:Tile, Vinyl, Wood
  • Dining Description:Kitchen Dining Combo
  • Bathrooms Description:Tub Shower
  • Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Free Standing Range, Kitchen Dining Combo, Microwave
  • Living area:1,696 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air, Electric
  • Heating:Central, Gas
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Composition
  • Year built:1930
  • Building area:1,696 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.32 Acres
  • Lot Features:Side Yard
  • Architectural Style:craftsman
  • Construction Materials:Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features:Fence, Patio, Porch, Private Yard
  • Foundation Description:Pillar Post Pier
  • Levels:1 Story

Schools

  • High school:LA GRANGE HIGH SCHOOL
  • Middle school:LA GRANGE MIDDLE SCHOOL
  • Elementary school:LA GRANGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Utilities

  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$359,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$211.67
  • Tax amount:$3,705 (2025)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Free Standing Range, Microwave
  • Amenities:Ceiling Fans, High Ceilings, Low Emissivity Windows, Programmable Thermostat

Parking

  • Parking description:Additional Parking, Attached Carport, Detached Carport, Driveway, Garage
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:2
  • Carport spaces:2
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