3.2 Acres of Residential Land with Home for Sale in Palestine, Texas
601 E Hodges St, Palestine, TX 75801
An impeccable example of the grandeur of historical homes of the South is now for sale in historic Palestine Texas! This exceptional residence was built in 1911 for A.B. Hodges, a retail merchant, with J. F. Brook as the architect. Subsequently it was the home of Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Sullivan, who named the property "Elmwood", and in 1979 it became the cherished home of Mr. and Mrs. James C. Boone and family. A generous wrap around porch, massive classical columns and a two story pedimented portico grace the Greek Revival style home, with equally significant interior features. Upon entering you will be amazed by the beauty of the grand entry hall with carved staircase, extensive solid wood crown molding, soaring coffered ceilings, wood floors, elegant light fixtures, leaded glass transoms, and floor to ceiling windows. With 7 bedrooms and 4.5 baths plus 3 living areas, a dining area that welcomes dining tables seating 12 +, a large kitchen & breakfast area, 4 wood burning fireplaces and so much more, this home has the craftsmanship and quality of materials that are no longer available for new homes. Great potential for incredible bed and breakfast! This majestic estate is located on 3.22 wooded and landscaped acres in the hills and trees of East Texas.
Directions
From E. Palestine Ave and N. Mallard St.: south on n. Mallard St. to first left on E. Hodges St. Home on Left after N. Church St. SIY.
Property details
- County
- Anderson County
- Elevation
- 515 feet
- MLS Number
- GTAR 10151028
- Date Listed
Parcels
- R0018261
Property taxes
- 2022
- $7,577
Detailed attributes
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Detached
Lot
- Features
- Sprinkler System
Structure
- Style
- New Traditional
- Stories
- 2
- Materials
- Brick and Wood, Wood
- Roof
- Composition Shingle
- Cooling
- Central A/C
- Heating
- Central Furnace, Natural Gas
- Features
- Attic
Exterior
- Parking Spots
- 3
- Features
- Patio, Porch
Interior
- Rooms
- Bedroom x 7, Den, Dining Room, Eat-In Kitchen, Formal Dining Room, Full Bath x 4, Half Bath, Living Room
- Floors
- Carpet, Wood
- Appliances
- Garbage Disposer
- Features
- Cable Available, Security System
Property utilities
Category | Type | Status | Description |
---|---|---|---|
Gas | Natural Gas | Connected | — |
Nearby schools
Name | Level | District | Description |
---|---|---|---|
Palestine | Elementary | — | — |
Palestine | Middle | — | — |
Palestine | High | — | — |
Listing history
Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
---|---|---|---|---|
Dec 16, 2023 | Price decrease | $725,000 | $70,000 -8.8% | GTAR |
Aug 28, 2023 | Price decrease | $795,000 | $54,000 -6.4% | GTAR |
Mar 31, 2023 | Price decrease | $849,000 | $50,000 -5.6% | GTAR |
Mar 11, 2023 | Relisted | $899,000 | — | GTAR |
Mar 10, 2023 | Listing removed | $899,000 | — | — |
Oct 15, 2022 | Price decrease | $899,000 | $51,000 -5.4% | GTAR |
June 9, 2022 | New listing | $950,000 | — | GTAR |