$240,000

9806 Elam Rd Dallas, TX 75217

$2,850
Closing credit¹
4 beds
1 full
1,078 sqft
0.7 acres
$223 / sqft
House

Property details

About 9806 Elam Rd

Back on market—MOTIVATED SELLERS! True fixer-upper with serious income potential! Sitting on nearly 0.7 acres, this property includes a 4-bed, 1-bath main home with custom woodwork, updated bathroom, and full laundry. A detached 2-bed, 1-bath unit (778 sq ft) was leased at $1,000 a month with room to increase. The large woodshop with metal roof and full electric could be converted for additional income. Fully fenced lot includes a birdcage, shed, and doghouse, with space to build. Minutes from the Trinity River Audubon Center, local eats on Elam Rd, and just 15 minutes from Downtown Dallas arts, dining, and culture. Tons of potential—bring your vision! Selling as-is.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Size1,078 sqft
Lot size0.686 Acres
Year built1956
ParkingGravel
MLS #20973762

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Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Combination, Tile, Vinyl
  • Interior: Cable TV
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Parking: Gravel
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Detached
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • List Price: $240,000
  • Price/SqFt: $222
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,659
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: From Downtown Dallas, head east on Main St, right on South Harwood St. Take I-30 East for 6 miles, exit at 52A for St Francis Ave, and turn right. Go 1 mile, turn right on South Buckner Blvd for 3 miles. Turn left on Elam Rd, continue 1.5 miles. 9806 Elam Rd will be on the right.
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Living Area: 1,078 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.686 Acres
  • MLS Number: 20973762
  • MLS Name: NTR
  • Office Name: Fathom Realty, LLC
  • Office Phone: (888) 455-6040
  • Listing Agent: Raydean Moreno

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9806 Elam Rd, Dallas, TX 75217 - view from above of property featuring a heavily wooded area

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$115,900$2,659
2023$115,900$2,659
2022$115,900$2,909
2021$115,900$3,012
2019$115,900$3,168
2018$76,280$2,170
2017$76,280$2,074

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

William M. Anderson Elementary School

Public District EE-5

0.2 mi

620 N Saint Augustine Dr

6

Julius Dorsey Leadership Academy

Public District EE-5

0.5 mi

133 N Saint Augustine Dr

4

Gilbert Cuellar Sr. Elementary School

Public District EE-5

0.6 mi

337 Pleasant Vista 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 $41,149. The majority of Dallas, TX residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is married, with kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

37%
<35k
53%
35k-100k
10%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

25%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
17%
Married, No Kids
41%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

24%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
33%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing
  • Horse RacesHorse Races

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Big LotsBig Lots
  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • KiaKia
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 9806 Elam Rd

The listing price of 9806 Elam Rd property is $240,000.

The property 9806 Elam Rd is a house located in Dallas, Texas, 75217.

Active Listing: 9806 Elam Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 9806 Elam Rd are: William M. Anderson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Julius Dorsey Leadership Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Gilbert Cuellar Sr. Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Young Women's STEAM Academy at Balch Springs Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Young Men's Leadership Academy at Fred F. Florence Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), School for the Talented & Gifted in Pleasant Grove (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), H. Grady Spruce High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), A+ Secondary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Texans Can Academy - Pleasant Grove (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $2,659 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 9806 Elam Rd has 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 9806 Elam Rd is 1,078 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 9806 Elam Rd is 1956.

This home is located at 9806 Elam Rd in Dallas, TX and zip code 75217 in the Pleasant Wood / Pleasant Grove neighborhood. This 1,078 square foot home, which was built in 1956, sits on a 0.69 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $240,000.

The inventory of homes for sale in Dallas, TX between April and May 2025 increased by 13.4%. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 70 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $471,371.

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

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