8470 Howell Drive

What's special

• Fireplace
• Brick exterior
• Open floor plan
• Kitchen island
• Vaulted ceilings
• Wood floors
• Covered patio
• 3-car garage
• Study

Beautifully crafted Darling Homes French inspired residence showcasing a striking painted brick elevation and timeless curb appeal. The impressive interior features a grand formal Dining Room, private Study enclosed by French doors, and a spectacular Living Room highlighted by soaring ceilings, a cast stone fireplace, and walls of windows that fill the home with abundant natural light. Rich hardwood floors flow throughout the main downstairs entertaining areas. The Chef’s Kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, offering an oversized island, gas cooktop, stainless steel appliances, pristine white cabinetry, under cabinet lighting, subway tile backsplash, and a charming Breakfast nook. Refrigerator may remain with an acceptable offer. Privately situated downstairs, the spacious Primary Retreat features an elegant spa inspired bath. Additional conveniences include a first floor Powder Bath, rear entry 3 car tandem garage, mud room, and Utility Room with sink and space for a second refrigerator. Upstairs offers two generously sized secondary bedrooms and a full bath, providing flexible living space for family or guests. Ideally located with quick access to the Dallas North Tollway and SH 121, this home is zoned to highly rated Frisco ISD schools, including Wakeland High School, and is minutes from The Star, Legacy West, Grandscape, premier shopping, dining, and entertainment venues. The future Grand Park development, planned to become one of the largest urban parks in the country, is also nearby. Recent updates include a stunning wrought iron front door, Class IV impact resistant roof and gutters (2024), extended side patio with added turf, and hardwood flooring extended into the Primary Bedroom. Neighborhood amenities include Founders Hall clubhouse, two community pools, playground, and optional Fitness Center access for an additional monthly fee.

Home facts

Overview

Price

$749,900

Price per sq ft

$266

Status

Active

Property type

Single Family Residence

Year built

2016

Style

French Provincial, Traditional, Detached

Stories

2

Levels

Two

Days on market

82

Price last changed

Aug 25, 2026

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms

3

Full bathrooms

2

Half bathrooms

1

Living area

2,814 sq ft

Interior

Features

Chandelier, Cathedral Ceilings, Dry Bar, Decorative Designer Lighting Fixtures, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Cable Tv, Vaulted Ceilings, Walk In Closets

Appliances

Some Gas Appliances, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Plumbed For Gas, Tankless Water Heater

Flooring

Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood

Fireplaces

1 · Family Room

Heating

Central, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air, Electric, Energy Star Qualified Equipment, Zoned

Laundry

Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Laundry In Utility Room

Windows

Shutters, Window Coverings

Security

Prewired, Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors, Security Lights

Exterior & lot

Lot size

0.103 acres · 4,486.68 sq ft

Lot

Interior Lot, Landscaped

Exterior features

Rain Gutters

Patio & porch

Covered, Side Porch

Fencing

Privacy, Wood

Pool

Community

Roof

Composition

Foundation

Slab

Construction

Brick

Parking

Garage spaces

3 (attached)

Parking

Door Multi, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear, Tandem

HOA & taxes

HOA

Yes

HOA fee

$537 quarterly

HOA includes

All Facilities, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure

Community features

Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Pool, Trails Paths, Curbs, Sidewalks

Annual property tax (per MLS)

$10,506

Utilities & efficiency

Utilities

Electricity Available, Sewer Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available, Cable Available

Water

Public

Sewer

Public Sewer

Energy features

Appliances, Construction, Hvac, Insulation, Thermostat, Water Heater, Windows

Facts are from the listing on the NTREIS MLS, shown as provided. Verify anything important to you.

Assigned schools

• ElementaryVaughnFrisco ISDRatings on GreatSchools
• MiddlePioneerFrisco ISDRatings on GreatSchools
• HighWakelandFrisco 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

The Canals At Grand Park subdivision · Frisco, TX 75034 · Denton County

Parks

• Kings Garden Neighborhood Park 0.6 mi
• Grand Park 0.8 mi
• First Street Park 1.2 mi
• Cottonwood Creek Greenbelt 1.2 mi

Dining

• Pei Wei 0.5 mi
• Pie Five 0.6 mi
• Snappy Salads 0.6 mi
• CAVA 0.6 mi

Groceries & shopping

• H-E-B Grocery 0.5 mi
• Kroger 0.7 mi

Fitness & recreation

• LA Fitness 0.6 mi
• YMCA 0.6 mi
• My Gym 0.7 mi
• Life Time 0.8 mi

Library & movies

• Cinemark Frisco Square 0.7 mi
• Frisco Public Library 0.9 mi

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

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