$490,000

1240 Kensington Dr Desoto, TX 75115

$5,819
Closing credit¹
5 beds
3 full, 1 partial
3,834 sqft
0.2 acres
$128 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1240 Kensington Dr

Welcome to this stunning, fully renovated 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom dream home offering 3,834 sq. ft. of elegant and functional living space. Featuring modern gray-toned vinyl plank flooring throughout, the home includes two spacious living areas, two dining rooms, a game room, media room, and loft—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The showstopping chef’s kitchen boasts custom white cabinetry, an expansive quartz island with built-in wine rack, high-end stainless steel appliances, and a designer backsplash. Nestled in a prime location, this turnkey home is a rare find—schedule your private tour today!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size3,834 sqft
Lot size0.185 Acres
Year built2004
ParkingDriveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
MLS #20880930
Attached garage1 space
FireplaceGas Log

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Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Basement: No
  • Interior: High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Cable TV
  • Fireplace: Gas Log
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
  • Architectural Style: Detached
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • List Price: $490,000
  • Price/SqFt: $127
  • Annual Tax Amount: $10,854
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: From Downtown Dallas, follow these directions: Head south on Interstate 35E (I-35E) from downtown Dallas. Take the exit for West Belt Line Road in DeSoto. Turn right onto North Elerson Road. Turn left onto Kensington Drive; 1240 Kensington Dr will be on the left.
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Living Area: 3,834 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.185 Acres
  • MLS Number: 20880930
  • MLS Name: NTR
  • Office Name: Mersaes Real Estate, Inc.
  • Office Phone: (972) 203-9033
  • Listing Agent: Connie Delacruz

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$528,840$10,854
2023$392,760$9,045
2022$392,760$9,934
2021$279,320$7,660
2019$262,040$7,537
2018$262,040$7,515
2017$203,310$5,868

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Waterford Oaks Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.7 mi

401 N Waterford Oaks Dr

3

Brandenburg Intermediate School

Public District 5-6

2.3 mi

1903 Blueridge Dr

4

Highlands Elementary School

Public District PK-5

2.5 mi

131 Sims Dr

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $80,257. Typical income of Desoto, TX residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

10%
<35k
59%
35k-100k
28%
100k-200k
3%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

23%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
35%
Married, No Kids
30%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

18%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
16%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • NBA/WNBANBA/WNBA
  • Minor League Baseball GamesMinor League Baseball Games
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • New York & CompanyNew York & Company
  • Sam's ClubSam's Club
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • QdobaQdoba
  • Chick-fil-AChick-fil-A
  • White CastleWhite Castle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • KiaKia
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Active RockActive Rock
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1240 Kensington Dr

The listing price of 1240 Kensington Dr property is $490,000.

The property 1240 Kensington Dr is a house located in Desoto, Texas, 75115.

Active Listing: 1240 Kensington Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1240 Kensington Dr are: Waterford Oaks Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Brandenburg Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Highlands Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), West Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Bessie Coleman Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), McCowan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), DeSoto High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Golden Rule Desoto (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Iltexas Lancaster Desoto High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $10,854 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 1240 Kensington Dr has 5 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 1240 Kensington Dr is 3,834 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1240 Kensington Dr is 2004.

This home is located at 1240 Kensington Dr in Desoto, TX and zip code 75115 in the Chapel Hill neighborhood. This 3,834 square foot home, which was built in 2004, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 27, 2025 and is currently priced at $490,000.

In March 2025 in Desoto, TX there were 2.8% more homes for sale than in February. In March 2025, listings were on the market for 86 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $365,257.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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