Can You Still Buy a Move-In Ready House in Allen ISD for $300,000?
Yes, but you have to look at older, smaller homes in the right spots. 25 Brewster Ct in Allen's Collin Square neighborhood is a good example: a 1984 brick single-story on a cul de sac, listed at $300,000.
Here's the thing about buying in Allen. Most buyers set their budget, run the search, and watch Allen disappear from the map. Allen ISD is the draw, and newer construction priced accordingly. A 1,160 square foot home works out to roughly $259 a square foot, which is a very different conversation than what you'd have in Frisco or west Plano.
What makes this one worth a look is what's already been handled. The roof, windows, front door, HVAC, water heater, privacy fence, foundation, and the fireplace flue have all been replaced or repaired. Those are the line items that usually turn a cheap house into an expensive one six months after closing. If you've ever watched a first-time buyer get hit with a $12,000 HVAC bill right after move-in, you know why that matters.
The inside is three bedrooms and two baths, with engineered wood floors and a wood-burning brick fireplace in a good-sized living room. There's a separate dining area, a pantry, and a one-car garage. The lot is small at about 0.11 acres, which is a plus if you would rather spend your weekends on the trails than behind a mower. HOA is $30 a month.
Location is the quiet selling point. You are close to US 75 for commuting north or south, and there are greenbelt trails nearby. Kids would be zoned to Allen ISD schools (Boyd Elementary, Ereckson Middle, Allen High, per the listing, so double check zoning with the district).
One honest note: property taxes run around $5,200 a year, so build that into your monthly payment before you fall in love. This is a smart fit for a first-time buyer who wants Allen schools, or someone downsizing who wants less house to maintain.
If you want to see photos or walk it, head to https://www.google.com/url?q=http://cmoneysells.com&source=gmail&ust=1792346560662000&sa=Eor message me directly. I'm happy to run the real monthly numbers with you.
Here's the thing about buying in Allen. Most buyers set their budget, run the search, and watch Allen disappear from the map. Allen ISD is the draw, and newer construction priced accordingly. A 1,160 square foot home works out to roughly $259 a square foot, which is a very different conversation than what you'd have in Frisco or west Plano.
What makes this one worth a look is what's already been handled. The roof, windows, front door, HVAC, water heater, privacy fence, foundation, and the fireplace flue have all been replaced or repaired. Those are the line items that usually turn a cheap house into an expensive one six months after closing. If you've ever watched a first-time buyer get hit with a $12,000 HVAC bill right after move-in, you know why that matters.
The inside is three bedrooms and two baths, with engineered wood floors and a wood-burning brick fireplace in a good-sized living room. There's a separate dining area, a pantry, and a one-car garage. The lot is small at about 0.11 acres, which is a plus if you would rather spend your weekends on the trails than behind a mower. HOA is $30 a month.
Location is the quiet selling point. You are close to US 75 for commuting north or south, and there are greenbelt trails nearby. Kids would be zoned to Allen ISD schools (Boyd Elementary, Ereckson Middle, Allen High, per the listing, so double check zoning with the district).
One honest note: property taxes run around $5,200 a year, so build that into your monthly payment before you fall in love. This is a smart fit for a first-time buyer who wants Allen schools, or someone downsizing who wants less house to maintain.
If you want to see photos or walk it, head to https://www.google.com/url?q=http://cmoneysells.com&source=gmail&ust=1792346560662000&sa=Eor message me directly. I'm happy to run the real monthly numbers with you.
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