490 James Rd

$1,600,000
Price
3
Beds
2,658 Sq. Ft.
$602 / Sq. Ft.
2,658
Sq. Ft.
$602
per Sq. Ft.

Description

A Private Texas Retreat — Just 30 Minutes from Downtown Dallas
Completely reimagined in 2023, this breathtaking estate blends luxury, craftsmanship, and serenity across 15+ acres of fenced and cross-fenced land. Every inch of the home was gutted and remodeled with spray foam insulation, offering energy efficiency and modern comfort. Custom features abound, from the standing seam metal roof and custom gutters and leader heads- to the oversized pool that anchors your personal oasis. Step outside and
...A Private Texas Retreat — Just 30 Minutes from Downtown Dallas

Completely reimagined in 2023, this breathtaking estate blends luxury, craftsmanship, and serenity across 15+ acres of fenced and cross-fenced land. Every inch of the home was gutted and remodeled with spray foam insulation, offering energy efficiency and modern comfort. Custom features abound, from the standing seam metal roof and custom gutters and leader heads- to the oversized pool that anchors your personal oasis. Step outside and experience a true stay-cation sanctuary. A 2 bed 1 bath,1100 Sqft. Second residence or Pool house, A custom-built cedar garden shed with a double-lock copper porch roof, pitched zinc double-lock standing seam metal roof, decorative brass lead coated ridge cresting, and lead coated copper finials add timeless charm. Stroll across the covered bridge spanning the creek to reach a tranquil pond tucked at the back of the property, a storybook setting for morning coffee or sunset reflections. The grounds are a masterpiece of landscaping, with a golf course-like yard that invites barefoot walks and weekend gatherings. Whether you're hosting guests or seeking solitude, this property delivers unmatched peace and privacy, all within a 30-minute commute to downtown Dallas. This is more than a home. It’s a lifestyle. A legacy. A rare opportunity to own a slice of your own Texas paradise. The true beauty of this property cannot be fully captured in photos—an in-person visit is essential to appreciate its charm and appeal.
  1. Listed by Misty MacDonald • TREC #0748956 • City Real Estate

Property Details for 490 James Road

Subdivision Name
3 WALNUT SPRINGS EST15.59 ACRES
Structural Style
Farm/Ranch House, Single Detached
Pool
Yes
Garage Spaces
0
LISTING UPDATED: 11/07/2025 02:04 PM

Property Details for 490 James Road

StatusActive
MLS #21072152
Days on Market85
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1980
Lot Size15.59 AC / 679,100 SF
CountyEllis County

Location

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Building Information for 490 James Road

Stories1Year Built1980Building Size-Lot Size15.59 AC / 679,100 SF

Payment Calculator

$8,299 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,906

Property Taxes

$393

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 490 James Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: GPS is Accurate
  • Elementary School: Ingram
  • Elementary School Name: Ingram
  • High School: Ferris
  • High School Name: Ferris
  • Intermediate School: Ferris
  • Junior High School: Ferris
  • Senior Community Yes/No: No
  • Year Built Details: Preowned
  • School District: Ferris ISD
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Latitude: 32.52
  • Longitude: -96.56
  • State: Texas
Parking
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking, Carport, Concrete, Driveway, Electric Gate, Off Street, On Site, Private
  • Carport Spaces: 3
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Spaces Covered Total: 3
  • Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Type: None
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Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Decorative Lighting, Eat-in Kitchen, Flat Screen Wiring, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet Available, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Sound System Wiring, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
  • Number Of Dining Areas: 1
  • Number Of Living Areas: 1
  • Other Equipment: Call Listing Agent, Generator
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Plumbed For Gas in Kitchen, Tankless Water Heater
  • Basement: No
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Utility Room, Full Size W/D Area, Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Living Area: 2658.0
  • Smart Home Features Appor Pass Y: No
  • Room and Floor: Bedroom-1-1, Bedroom-1-2, Living Room-1-1, Dining Room-1-1, Kitchen-1-1, Bath-Full-1-1, Bedroom-Primary-1-1, Master Bedroom-1-1, Office-1-1, Laundry-1-1
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Fiber Cement, Metal Siding
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s), Covered Patio/Porch, Dog Run, Garden(s), Rain Gutters, Storage, Storm Cellar
  • Fencing: Cross Fenced, Full, Gate, Perimeter, Pipe
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Number Of Stories: 1
  • Pool Features: Cabana, Gunite, In Ground, Outdoor Pool, Pump, Water Feature, Waterfall
  • Roof: Metal
  • Waterfront: No
  • Room and Features: Bedroom-1-1, Bedroom-1-2, Living Room-1-1, Dining Room-1-1, Kitchen-1-1, Bath-Full-1-1, Bedroom-Primary-1-1, Master Bedroom-1-1, Office-1-1, Laundry-1-1
  • Room List: Bedroom, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Bath-Full, Bedroom-Primary, Master Bedroom, Office, Laundry
  • Horse Amenities: Barn(s), Electric to Barn, Show Barn, Wash Rack, Water to Barn
  • Horse Permitted: Yes
  • Exterior Buildings: Barn(s), Cabana, Poultry Coop, Residence, Second Residence, Shed(s), Storage, Workshop w/Electric, Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: Awning(s), Covered, Deck
  • Levels: One
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 22 x 21
  • Room Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Cabinets, Eat-in Kitchen, Farm Sink, Granite/Granite Type Countertop, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Water Line to Refrigerator
  • Room Length: 22.00
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 21.00
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 20 x 12
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Length: 20.00
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 12.00
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 12
  • Room Length: 12.00
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.00
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 12
  • Room Features: Built-in Cabinets, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Length: 15.00
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.00
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 8
  • Room Features: Built-in Cabinets, Corian/Corian Type Countertop
  • Room Length: 11.00
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bath-Full
  • Room Width: 8.00
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 19 x 15
  • Room Features: Built-in Cabinets
  • Room Length: 19.00
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 15.00
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 28 x 17
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Custom Closet System, Ensuite Bath, Sitting Area in Primary, Walk-in Closet(s)
  • Room Length: 28.00
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom-Primary
  • Room Width: 17.00
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 13
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Length: 15.00
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 13.00
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 10
  • Room Features: Built-in Cabinets, Granite/Granite Type Countertop, Room for Freezer
  • Room Length: 12.00
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 10.00
Property
Utilities
  • Utilities: All Weather Road, Concrete, Electricity Connected, Outside City Limits, Propane, Septic, No City Services
Property and Assessments
  • Accessory Unit Type: Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
  • Accessory Unit: Yes
  • Accessory Unit Square Feet: 1100
  • Exclusions: See attached "Exhibit A- Exclusions"
  • Financing Proposed: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
  • Handicap: No
  • Loan Type: Treat As Clear
  • Restrictions: No Known Restriction(s)
  • Security Features: Security Gate, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Property Match: APN
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Acreage, Cleared, Landscaped, Many Trees, Cedar, Oak, Pine, Pasture, Sloped, Tank/ Pond
  • Lot Size: 10 to < 50 Acres
  • Lot Size Acres: 15.59
  • Lot Size Area: 15.59
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 679100.4
  • Multi Parcel ID: No
  • Parcel Number: 157412
  • Road Frontage: County Road
  • Soil Type: Sandy Loam
  • Current Use: Grazing, Pasture, Poultry, Ranch, Residential, Single Family
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Farm Information
  • Farm Ranch Features: Fenced for Cattle, Fenced for Horses
  • Vegetation: Cleared, Grassed, Partially Wooded

Property History for 490 James Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

NTREIS #21072152

$1,600,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/28/2025

Listed (Active)

NTREIS #21072152

$1,600,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 490 James Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2024$4,719 ($393 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt1,985 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,985 SqFtStories1Lot Size679,100 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1980Year Renovated2008CountyELLISAPN00.9160.000.003.00.105

Schools near 490 James Road

This home is within Ferris Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 1 to 5
Public - 1 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lee Longino Elementary School
Public1 to 5

Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School
Public1 to 5

Ferris J High School
Public6 to 8

Ferris High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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490 James Road is a single family home for sale in Ferris, TX 75125. This property was listed for sale on September 28, 2025 by City Real Estate, it's currently listed at $1,600,000. This listing's school district is Ferris Independent School District. Nearby schools include Lee Longino Elementary School, Lucy Mae Mcdonald Elementary School and Ferris J High School. 490 James Road is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 2,658 sqft single family home built in 1980.

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