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1540 Murray Dr, Garland, TX, 75042

2beds
1baths
802sqft
$225,000
$281price/sqft
$1,675/moest. monthly cost
$67,000/yrincome needed

About This Home

Beautifully remodeled and move in ready, this stylish ranch home offers the updates buyers want and major improvements that add value, including a brand new roof, completed foundation work with a lifetime transferable warranty for added peace of mind, and PVC plumbing with no cast iron pipes. Filled with natural light and designed with today's buyer in mind, the open layout features luxury laminate flooring throughout, fresh interior and exterior paint, decorative lighting, new plumbing fixtures, new ceiling fans in every room, and no carpet anywhere in the home. The stunning kitchen serves as the heart of the home with all new cabinetry, quartz countertops, a large island with designer detail, pantry storage, brand new gas range with oven, microwave, dishwasher, disposal, refrigerator, and a modern vent hood that creates a fresh custom feel with both style and function. The beautifully updated bathroom features a new vanity, toilet, tub, tile, and updated finishes throughout. Additional improvements include brand new windows, a brand new wood privacy fence, and a washer and dryer that convey with the home for added convenience. Step outside to a spacious backyard shaded by mature trees with room for pets, entertaining, gardening, or creating your own outdoor retreat, while the one car garage adds convenience and storage. Located in Garland ISD with school choice options, this home combines thoughtful updates, style, and move in ready living in one inviting package. Lender incentives with preferred lender. See agent for details.

Getting Around

32
WalkingCar-Dependent
34
TransitSome Transit
56
BikeBikeable

Schools

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3/10
5/10
Garland High SchoolGrades 9-120.7 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Resale
  • Year built: 1954

Materials

  • Construction materials: Concrete,Wood Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Ranch,Detached
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Water Heater,Microwave,Refrigerator

Bedroom

  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 1 x 1

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Decorative/Designer Lighting Fixtures,Open Floorplan,Pantry,Cable TV
  • Window features: Window Coverings

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 802 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 1 x 1

Living Room

  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 1 x 1

Master Bathroom

  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 1 x 1

Master Bedroom

  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 1 x 1

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 26124500060260000

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Pool features: None
  • Fencing: Wood

Lot

  • Lot size: 7,927 sqft
  • Features: Interior Lot,Landscaped

Parking

  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: Additional Parking,Direct Access,Door-Single,Driveway,Enclosed,Garage Faces Front,Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 1
  • Covered spaces: 1

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Hail
    HailRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Hail
Heat Wave
Cold Wave
Tornado

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Texas Counties

Severe Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,137$13,644
Home Insurance *$201$2,412
Property Taxes $99$1,188
Electricity $238$2,859
Total$1,675$20,100
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$57,428/yr
40% on housing$50,250/yr
45% on housing$44,666/yr

Texas FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 126,680Commercial: -4
Total Premiums$237.28M
Total Exposure$32.93B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 6.4%
6.4%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.8%
3.8%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.3%
-0.3%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$281This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 75042$145
Dallas County$232

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 75042$172
Dallas County$190

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-17Pending sale$225,000
2026-07-15Price change$225,000
2026-05-22Listed for sale$234,900
2025-12-11Sold--
2025-12-05Pending sale$155,000
2025-09-04Price change$155,000
2025-08-08Listed for sale$160,000
2025-07-30Contingent$160,000
2025-07-24Listed for sale$160,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentTara Mcgraw
BrokerageChristie's Lone Star

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