1305 N John Douglas Road

Rarely does a property offer this much privacy, space, and convenience. Situated on 1.69 scenic acres with beautiful mature trees in highly sought-after Van Alstyne ISD, this exceptional custom home was completely renovated and thoughtfully expanded in 2021. Enjoy the freedom of no HOA, high-speed fiber internet, and a prime location just minutes from historic downtown Van Alstyne, Sanford Elementary, Van Alstyne Middle School, and Van Alstyne Junior High. Inside, rich hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, and an open-concept floor plan create a warm, inviting space ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The family room with custom built-ins and a stunning fireplace flows seamlessly into the chef's kitchen featuring a large island, gas cooktop, stainless steel appliances, butler's pantry, and abundant storage. The oversized primary suite offers a spa-like bath with dual vanities, a soaking tub, oversized walk-in shower, and a spacious walk-in closet. Step outside to the expansive backyard, complete with a large deck, paved fire pit area, basketball hoop, and plenty of room to relax, play, or entertain. Additional highlights include a circle drive, irrigation system, spray foam insulation, tankless water heater, mudroom with built-ins, oversized utility room, and upstairs loft. Move-in ready and thoughtfully updated, this home offers a rare combination of acreage, modern efficiency, and small-town convenience.

Courtesy of Benton-Luttrell Real Estate Co — listing agent James Benton
Contact the listing firm: 903-482-8400 · BillBenton@blretx.com

Home facts

Overview

Price

$675,000

Price per sq ft

$200

Status

Active

Property type

Single Family Residence

Year built

1965

Condition

Resale

Style

Traditional, Detached

Levels

One And One Half

Days on market

78

Price last changed

Aug 21, 2026

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms

4

Full bathrooms

3

Living area

3,379 sq ft

Interior

Features

Built In Features, Chandelier, Decorative Designer Lighting Fixtures, Eat In Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Cable Tv, Vaulted Ceilings, Natural Woodwork, Walk In Closets

Appliances

Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal

Flooring

Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl Plank

Fireplaces

1 · Gas, Living Room

Heating

Central

Cooling

Central Air, Ceiling Fans

Laundry

Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Laundry In Utility Room

Windows

Window Coverings

Security

Smoke Detectors

Exterior & lot

Lot size

1.685 acres · 73,398.6 sq ft

Lot

Acreage

Exterior features

Rain Gutters

Patio & porch

Deck, Covered

Fencing

Back Yard, Fenced, Wood

Roof

Composition

Foundation

Slab

Parking

Garage spaces

2 (attached)

Parking

Circular Driveway, Driveway

HOA & taxes

HOA

No

Annual property tax (per MLS)

$13,864

Utilities & efficiency

Utilities

Sewer Available, Water Available, Cable Available

Water

Public

Sewer

Public Sewer

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Assigned schools

• ElementaryVan AlstyneVan Alstyne ISDRatings on GreatSchools
• MiddleVan AlstyneVan Alstyne ISDRatings on GreatSchools
• HighVan AlstyneVan Alstyne ISDRatings on GreatSchools

School assignments come from the MLS and can change, so confirm them with the district. For school ratings and accountability reports, see GreatSchools.org and TXschools.gov (Texas Education Agency). Information provided for general reference; buyers should independently verify schools, districts, and community details.

Neighborhood & nearby

James Mckinney Surv Abs #770 subdivision · Van Alstyne, TX 75495 · Grayson County

Parks

• Eula Umphress and Robert Hynds Park 1.3 mi

Dining

• Rivera's Salva Tex-Mex 0.9 mi

Groceries & shopping

• Diamond Food Market 0.8 mi

Library & movies

• Van Alstyne Public Library 0.7 mi

Straight-line distances. Places data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Information provided for general reference; buyers should independently verify schools, districts, and community details.