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260 S MAIN

Detroit, TX 75436
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3 Bedroom(s)
1 Full Bath(s)
2,755 Sqft
0.96 Lot Acres
Residential - Single Family

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Description

Rare opportunity to own a Texas Historic Landmark, childhood home of U.S. Vice President John Nance Garner in Detroit, TX. The home was built by J. E. Yates in 1876. Cactus Jack, Nance's nickname, lived there after college while working as a young lawyer before leaving the home. The historical plaque shows several family members lived there as well and are buried in Detroit Cemetery in the family mausoleum. The home sets on nearly an acre with many pecan trees. The outside of the home seems in decent shape. The inside and main floor needs foundation, joists, sub flooring and flooring in all rooms. Ready for someone to bring it back to its glory! There may be financial assistance or tax breaks for cost of repairs that would need to be check out with the Texas Historical Commission. The local Red River County Historical Society may can provide guidance and assistance in making application for financial assistance and or tax credit. After needed repairs, the property would make a great B and B, a venue and event center site for weddings, reunions, and many other events, as well as boutique lodging, office, house museum or a residence. Seller has gathered documents from the Texas Historical Commission, information on rehabilitation tax credit and full designation file that be shared. A must see with varied potential!

MLS#
NTREIS-21432605
List Price
$125,000 ($45/Sqft.)
Listing Status
For Sale
Address
260 S MAIN
City
Detroit
State
TX
Zip Code
75436
County
Red River (TX) County
Subdivision
ORIGINAL DETROIT
Legal Description
0.96 ACRES
Property Type
Residential - Single Family
Bedroom
3 Bedroom(s)
Bath
1 Full Bath(s)
Garages
1 / Appraisal District
Stories
2
Building Size
2,755 Sqft/Appraisal District
Architecture Style
Colonial
Year Built
1876 /Appraisal District
Lot Size
0.96 Lot Acres/ASSESSOR

Rooms

Living
1st
Dining
16 x 15, 1st
Kitchen
11 x 11, 1st
Primary Bedroom
1st
Bedroom
15 x 20, 2nd
Bedroom
15 x 26, 2nd
Bath
1st

Interior

Number Of Living Area
1
Fireplace
1/Brick,Living Room
Floors
Carpet, Hardwood, Wood
Heating
Natural Gas
Appliances
Double Oven
Interior
Cable TV Available, High Speed Internet Available, Paneling

Exterior

Roof
Composition
Foundation
Block, Bois DArc Post
Private Pool
No
Exterior Type
Block, Frame, Siding
Lot Description
Level, Many Trees
Parking
Driveway, Garage Single Door, On Street, Workshop in Garage
Parking Space
Garage 1 / Carport 0 / Total Covered 1
Fencing
None
Porch
Covered,Front Porch
Easements
Utilities
Utility
Asphalt,Cable Available,City Sewer,City Water,Electricity Available,Natural Gas Available,Overhead Utilities,Phone Available

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Dwelling Type
Designated Historical Home,Single Detached

Lot Information

Lot Size
0.96 Lot Acres /ASSESSOR
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North Texas Real Estate Information Systems, Inc.
Source last updated Nov 11, 2026 at 09:06 AM
Listing last updated Nov 10, 2026 at 11:17 AM
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