Wake Up to White-Picket Dream in McKinney
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So, you’ve been dreaming of the perfect life…down to the white picket fence, you know an American symbol of the good life.
If your vision of a perfect life includes a white picket fence, you’re in luck. In historic downtown McKinney, here we have a house with that literal white picket fence at 919 S. Tennessee St. Vintage homes in this charm-filled neighborhood are a hot commodity, but this white picket fence is the cherry on top of curb appeal. Add to the fence a covered front porch, black shutters and a gabled entry, and the house just bubbles cuteness.
“It’s super cute,” said listing Realtor April Contreras with Coldwell Banker Apex. “It’s a historic home in the historic district with a lot of charm. It’s open with lot of light and bright, so you don’t even have to have the lights on. It’s not a huge house but it’s very cute.”
McKinney, too, is bubbling over with real estate buzz. The Dallas suburb was ranked number one in the entire U.S., according to a recent survey from WalletHub. Interested in a town ranked number one and a white picket fence? There’s even more to know about this house.
More Inside
Inside the 1935 house, there’s more to like. The house features natural light, hardwood floors, exposed beams, and custom woodwork throughout. The kitchen stands ready for an amateur chef with custom cabinetry, floating shelves, sleek stainless-steel appliances, and a walk-in pantry with serious storage.
The 1,456-square-foot one-story contains a living area with an electric fireplace — an addition overseen by the current owner — in its open-concept floor plan. The living room, dining area, and kitchen combine for one integrated gathering space. The mostly neutral color choices are broken up by pops of blue throughout the house. With this square footage, the current owner has designed it with maximum potential.
“There’s a lot of storage for the size of the house,” Contreras said. “The owner has utilized every bit of storage in the house.”
The three-bedroom, two-bathroom configuration offers some flexibility. The primary suite offers a spa-inspired ensuite bath, plus a generous walk-in closet. The secondary bedrooms can accommodate children, guests, or a home office.
The backyard keeps up with what the finesse that started at the front sidewalk. With almost half an acre of space, the property offers a charming pergola and mature trees, providing shade during Texas’ summers. The fun factor is high here, too. The backyard shed contains a movie screen for entertaining with flick nights with friends.
Update$ Handled
There’s more than meets the eye here. Major updates have already been handled, including replacing the HVAC system and updating plumbing and electrical systems. “The owner has done over $100,000 in upgrades,” Contreras said. Listed as additional improvements are a tankless water heater, solar panels, upgraded insulation, replaced windows and fresh paint.
Should anyone want to venture away from the oasis, historic downtown McKinney’s shops and restaurants are just a short stroll away. The town’s square with its well-preserved architecture, gives it a small-town feel with its public art, outdoor festivals, and community concerts.
Storybook Ending
The house has a lot going for it, and it’s priced at $515,000. That’s the price of a dream, a rare chance to own a white picket dream, just steps from a small town’s historic district. Whether the next home for a growing family or an investment as a short-term rental, this house is ready for its next chapter. Buy this house, and “happily ever after” will be home delivered.
April Contreras with Coldwell Banker Apex has 919 S. Tennessee St. listed for $515,000.
