261 Briarwood DR, San Marcos TX 78666
San Marcos, TX 78666 · Parker Sub
Single Family Residence for sale in Parker Sub
Overview
Property Description
Incredible value and potential on .59 acre! No HOA, minimal restrictions, and a low 1.58% tax rate! Ideally located about 10 mins from Texas State University and ~30 mins from Austin and San Antonio. 2025 updates include * a new roof * all new HVAC * electrical * interior paint * lighting * insulation. Discover the charm of this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath single-story home, nestled on a spacious .59 ac lot along a quiet cul-de-sac street. With thoughtful improvements, inviting indoor and outdoor living spaces, and a convenient location near downtown San Marcos and Texas State University, this property offers an appealing blend of comfort, privacy, and room to grow. Inside you will find an updated kitchen and baths, a cozy fireplace, newer windows, no carpet, and numerous improvements. The expansive yard offers privacy and beautiful green views beneath mature shade trees, with no immediate neighbors behind or on one side. Featuring a large deck, workshop/storage shed with electricity and covered equipment storage, plus plenty of space to relax, entertain, garden, or park your RV or boat. Enjoy peaceful living with easy access to major roads, shopping, dining, downtown San Marcos, and Texas State University. An exceptional opportunity for space, flexibility, and convenience. Schedule your private showing today!
Financial Info
- Price
- $275,000
- $ / Sqft
- $221
- HOA
- None
- Tax Rate
- 1.5775%
- Est. Taxes
- $2,400
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Exemptions
- Homestead
Legal Info
- Address
- 261 Briarwood DR
- County
- Hays
- City
- San Marcos
- State
- TX
- Zip
- 78666
- Subdivision
- Parker Sub
- Legal Description
- PARKER SUBD, LOT PT OF 15, ACRES 0.59
- Parcel
- 1163500000015013
Interior Features
- Floor
- No Carpet, Tile
- Num Living
- 1
- Dining
- 1
- Kitchen
- Granite Counters, Pantry
- Appliances
- Cooktop, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Oven, Electric Oven, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range, RNGHD, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Electric Water Heater
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Closet, Laundry Room, Main Level
- Master Bed
- Primary Bedroom on Main, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Master Main
- Yes
- Fireplaces
- 1
- Fireplace Description
- Living Room, Wood Burning
- Interior Features
- Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings, High Ceilings, Tray Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Granite Counters, Electric Dryer Hookup, High Speed Internet, In-Law Floorplan, No Interior Steps, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Primary Bedroom on Main, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Washer Hookup, Wired for Data, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s), Bay Window(s), Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Screens
General Info
- Beds
- 3 Total / 3 Main Level
- Full / Half Baths
- 2 / 0
- Prop Type
- Residential
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Stories
- 1
- Year Built
- 1984 / Updated/Remodeled
- Square Feet
- 1,244 / Public Records
- Garage Desc
- Concrete, Driveway, Off Street, Parking Pad, Paved, RV Access/Parking, Side By Side, Tandem
- Foundation
- Slab
- Roof
- Composition, Shingle
- Construction
- Brick, Frame, HardiPlank Type
- Acres
- 0.59
- Lot Description
- Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Native Plants, Private, Public Maintained Road, Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft), Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft), Trees-Moderate
- Restrictions
- Deed Restrictions, Easement, Zoning
- Flood Plain
- Yes-100 yr
- View
- Trees/Woods
- Water Access
- No
- Waterfront
- No
- Area
- HS
Utility Info
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Internet-Cable, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Heat
- Central, Electric, Fireplace(s)
- A C
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Exterior Features
- Fence
- None
- Exterior Features
- Gutters Partial, Private Entrance, Private Yard, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch, Rear Porch
- Pool On Property
- No
Rooms
Main level
- Primary Bedroom
Ceiling Fan(s), Full Bath, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Living Room
Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Bedroom
Ceiling Fan(s), Storage
- Primary Bathroom
GranCnt, Full Bath, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Walk-in Shower
- Kitchen
Chandelier, GranCnt, Dining Area, Pantry, Plumbed for Icemaker, Recessed Lighting, Storage
- Bathroom
GranCnt, Full Bath, Recessed Lighting, Storage
- Bedroom
Ceiling Fan(s), Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
Price history
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 27, 2026 | New Listing | — |
Taxes
Schools
School Info
- District
- SanMarcosCONSISD
- Elementary
- Travis
- Middle
- Goodnight
- High
- San Marcos
Maps
Financing
Your preferences
- 20% down
- Conv/Jumbo
- 30 years
- 6.50% rate
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Estimated monthly payment
$1,820 / mo
20% down · 6.50% interest · 30-year fixed
Estimated monthly payment $1,820
- Principal & interest
- $1,391
- Property taxes
- $200
- Homeowners insurance
- $229
*PITI only
These figures are estimates for general information only — not a loan offer, a quote, or a guarantee of financing terms.
| Year | Starting balance | Principal paid | Interest paid | Ending balance | Principal vs interest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $220,000 | $2,459 | $14,228 | $217,541 | |
| 2 | $217,541 | $2,624 | $14,063 | $214,917 | |
| 3 | $214,917 | $2,799 | $13,887 | $212,118 | |
| 4 | $212,118 | $2,987 | $13,700 | $209,131 | |
| 5 | $209,131 | $3,187 | $13,500 | $205,944 | |
| 6 | $205,944 | $3,400 | $13,286 | $202,544 | |
| 7 | $202,544 | $3,628 | $13,059 | $198,916 | |
| 8 | $198,916 | $3,871 | $12,816 | $195,045 | |
| 9 | $195,045 | $4,130 | $12,556 | $190,914 | |
| 10 | $190,914 | $4,407 | $12,280 | $186,507 |
- Year 1$217,541
- Principal paid
- $2,459
- Interest paid
- $14,228
- Starting balance
- $220,000
- Year 2$214,917
- Principal paid
- $2,624
- Interest paid
- $14,063
- Starting balance
- $217,541
- Year 3$212,118
- Principal paid
- $2,799
- Interest paid
- $13,887
- Starting balance
- $214,917
- Year 4$209,131
- Principal paid
- $2,987
- Interest paid
- $13,700
- Starting balance
- $212,118
- Year 5$205,944
- Principal paid
- $3,187
- Interest paid
- $13,500
- Starting balance
- $209,131
- Year 6$202,544
- Principal paid
- $3,400
- Interest paid
- $13,286
- Starting balance
- $205,944
- Year 7$198,916
- Principal paid
- $3,628
- Interest paid
- $13,059
- Starting balance
- $202,544
- Year 8$195,045
- Principal paid
- $3,871
- Interest paid
- $12,816
- Starting balance
- $198,916
- Year 9$190,914
- Principal paid
- $4,130
- Interest paid
- $12,556
- Starting balance
- $195,045
- Year 10$186,507
- Principal paid
- $4,407
- Interest paid
- $12,280
- Starting balance
- $190,914
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