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257 Fossil Dr, Kyle, TX, 78640

4beds
2baths
1,690sqft
$283,000
$167price/sqft
$2,142/moest. monthly cost
$85,680/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to this beautifully designed 4-bedroom, 2-bath home, perfectly situated on a desirable corner lot in one of Kyle’s growing communities! Offering the perfect blend of comfort and style, this move-in ready home features an inviting front porch, attractive curb appeal, and a bright open-concept floor plan ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Inside, you’ll find luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the main living areas, abundant natural light, and a spacious kitchen complete with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a stylish tile backsplash, ample cabinetry, and a large center island overlooking the living and dining spaces. The private primary suite offers a walk-in shower, dual vanity, and oversized walk-in closet, while three additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, a home office, or a growing family. Step outside to enjoy the covered back patio overlooking a spacious fenced backyard—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, BBQs, or pets. The corner lot provides additional privacy, extra yard space, and enhanced curb appeal. A spacious 2.5-car garage offers extra storage or the perfect space for a home gym. Conveniently located with easy access to I-35, you’ll enjoy a quick commute to Austin and San Marcos while being just minutes from Kyle Crossing, Kyle Marketplace, EVO Entertainment, H-E-B, restaurants, Lake Kyle Park, Steeplechase Park, walking trails, playgrounds, and the San Marcos Premium Outlets. Enjoy the perfect balance of peaceful neighborhood living with everyday conveniences just around the corner. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, looking to upsize, or searching for a fantastic investment opportunity, this home checks all the boxes! Buyer and Buyer’s Agent to independently verify all information, including but not limited to schools, square footage, taxes, HOA information, restrictions, room dimensions, and any other information deemed important.

Getting Around

1
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
25
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

5/10
5/10
5/10
Jack C Hays High SchoolGrades 9-125.2 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Resale
  • Year built: 2023

Materials

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Shingle

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Exhaust Fan,Gas Range,Microwave

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bedrooms: 4

Features

  • Ceiling Fan(s),Granite Counters,Double Vanity,Electric Dryer Hookup,High Speed Internet,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Pantry,Washer Hookup
  • Window features: Blinds
  • Flooring: Laminate

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central
  • Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 1,690 sqft

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: 114946000H019002
  • Special condition: In Foreclosure

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: Covered
  • Exterior features: Gutters Partial,Private Yard
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: None
  • Waterfront features: None

Lot

  • Lot size: 7,631 sqft
  • Features: Corner Lot

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Garage,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Front
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

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

  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Drought
    DroughtModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Lightning
Tornado
Winter Weather
Cold Wave
Drought
Hail
Heat Wave
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Texas Counties

Severe Storm
Winter 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 $1,431$17,172
Home Insurance *$143$1,716
Property Taxes $330$3,960
Electricity $238$2,859
Total$2,142$25,704
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$73,440/yr
40% on housing$64,260/yr
45% on housing$57,120/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: 5.3%
5.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.8%
3.8%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.5%
0.5%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$167This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 78640$164
Hays County$297

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 78640$166
Hays County$178

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)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2025-12-18Listing removed$1,900
2025-11-14Price change$1,900
2025-08-14Price change$2,000
2025-07-01Price change$2,150
2025-06-12Listed for rent$2,300

Unknown Listed By

AgentBrianda Mora
BrokerageBramlett Partners

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