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mls_id: "21217579"
canonical_url: "https://www.steavycarter.com/mls/21217579/"
markdown_url: "https://www.steavycarter.com/mls/21217579.md"
address: "281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189"
status: "Active"
price_usd: 595900
bedrooms: 4
bathrooms: "3"
living_area_sqft: 2521
lot_acres: 1.98
year_built: 2003
school_district: "Royse City ISD"
primary_image: "https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-01.jpeg"
image_count: 34
has_video: false
has_3d_tour: true
listing_source_updated_at: "2026-08-20T19:28:09.000Z"
listing_context_updated_at: "2026-08-20 20:16:57"
publisher: "Steavy Carter Realtor – Dallas and Rockwall, Texas"
---

# 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189

**MLS 21217579 · $595,900 · Active · 4 beds · 3 baths · 2,521 Sq Ft · 1.98 acres**

## Explore the Visual Property Page

- [Complete visual property page](https://www.steavycarter.com/mls/21217579/)

## Current Status and Data Freshness

- **Status:** Active
- **Current list price:** $595,900
- **MLS/listing source updated:** August 20, 2026
- **ListingContext updated:** August 20, 2026
- **Important:** Price, availability, schools, taxes, and listing status can change. Confirm time-sensitive information before relying on it.

## Fast Answers

- **How much is 281 High Plains Trail?** $595,900.
- **How large is the home?** 2,521 Sq Ft.
- **How much land is included?** 1.98 acres.
- **How many bedrooms and bathrooms?** 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.
- **How much garage or covered parking is reported?** 3 garage spaces.
- **What school district serves the property?** Royse City ISD. Buyers should verify current assignments directly with the district.
- **Are video and 3D tours available?** 3D tour only
- **What is the current CAD tax estimate?** Approximately $6,416 using the current recorded exemptions and rates. A buyer's future taxes may differ.

## Quick Facts

| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| **MLS number** | 21217579 |
| **Price** | $595,900 |
| **Price per square foot** | $236 / Sq Ft |
| **Status** | Active |
| **Property type** | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| **Bedrooms** | 4 |
| **Bathrooms** | 3 |
| **Living area** | 2,521 Sq Ft |
| **Lot size** | 1.98 acres |
| **Year built** | 2003 |
| **Garage / covered parking** | 3 garage spaces |
| **School district** | Royse City ISD |
| **County** | Rockwall County |

## Detailed Listing Facts

### Overview

- **Property Type**: Residential
- **Property Subtype**: Single Family Residence
- **Property Condition**: Resale
- **Subdivision**: High Point Ranch Sec 1
- **Community**: High Point Ranch Sec 1
- **County**: Rockwall
- **Days on Market**: 126

### Home

- **Bedrooms**: 4
- **Bathrooms**: 3
- **Full Baths**: 3
- **Square Feet**: 2,521 Sq Ft
- **Price / Sq Ft**: $236 / Sq Ft
- **Year Built**: 2003
- **Stories**: 1
- **Levels**: One
- **Construction**: Brick
- **Foundation**: Slab
- **Roof**: Composition
- **Property Attached**: Yes

### Kitchen and Interior

- **Appliances**: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Vented Exhaust Fan
- **Interior Features**: Decorative Designer Lighting Fixtures, Double Vanity, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Walk In Closets
- **Flooring**: Concrete
- **Heating**: Central, Fireplaces, Propane
- **Cooling**: Central Air, Ceiling Fans, Electric
- **Fireplaces**: 1
- **Fireplace Features**: Gas Starter, Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning
- **Security Features**: Security System, Fire Alarm, Smoke Detectors
- **Window Features**: Window Coverings

### Lot and Exterior

- **Lot Size**: 1.98 acres
- **Lot Size Sq Ft**: 86,423
- **Lot Features**: Acreage, Back Yard, Lawn, Level, Pond On Lot, Many Trees, Subdivision
- **Patio & Porch Features**: Rear Porch, Front Porch
- **Fencing**: Split Rail, Wood
- **Pool**: No

### Parking and Garage

- **Parking**: Covered, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side
- **Garage Spaces**: 3
- **Covered Parking**: 3
- **Attached Garage**: Yes

### MLS Tax and HOA Fields

- **Annual Taxes**: $8,265
- **HOA Fee**: $300 Annually
- **HOA Includes**: Association Management, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure
- **Parcel Number**: 000000055806
- **APN**: 000000055806
- **Legal Description**: HIGH POINT RANCH SECTION 1, BLOCK 3, LOT 7, A
- **Tax Block**: 3
- **Tax Lot**: 7

### Utilities

- **Utilities**: Electricity Available, Septic Available, Water Available
- **Water**: Community Coop
- **Sewer**: Aerobic Septic, Septic Tank

### Schools

- **Elementary:** Anita Scott · Royse City ISD
- **Middle:** Royse City · Royse City ISD
- **High:** Royse City · Royse City ISD

### Listing Information

- **MLS #**: 21217579
- **MLS Board**: NTREIS
- **List Date**: 2026-04-16
- **Source Updated**: 2026-08-20T19:28:09.000Z
- **Last Updated**: 2026-08-20 20:16:57

## Featured Spaces

### 1. Primary listing photo for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189
- **Caption:** Primary real estate listing photo for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189.
- **Image:** [https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-01.jpeg](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-01.jpeg)

### 2. Listing photo 2 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189
- **Caption:** Real estate listing photo 2 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189.
- **Image:** [https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-02.jpeg](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-02.jpeg)

### 3. Listing photo 3 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189
- **Caption:** Real estate listing photo 3 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189.
- **Image:** [https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-03.jpeg](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-03.jpeg)

### 4. Listing photo 4 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189
- **Caption:** Real estate listing photo 4 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189.
- **Image:** [https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-04.jpeg](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-04.jpeg)

### 5. Listing photo 5 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189
- **Caption:** Real estate listing photo 5 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189.
- **Image:** [https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-05.jpeg](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-05.jpeg)

## Visual Property Index

The ListingContext record contains 34 analyzed public images. This compact index preserves room labels and captions without embedding every image.

| Photo | Room or area | Image title | Caption |
| ---: | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 |  | [Primary listing photo for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-01.jpeg) | Primary real estate listing photo for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 2 |  | [Listing photo 2 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-02.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 2 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 3 |  | [Listing photo 3 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-03.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 3 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 4 |  | [Listing photo 4 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-04.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 4 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 5 |  | [Listing photo 5 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-05.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 5 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 6 |  | [Listing photo 6 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-06.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 6 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 7 |  | [Listing photo 7 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-07.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 7 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 8 |  | [Listing photo 8 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-08.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 8 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 9 |  | [Listing photo 9 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-09.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 9 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 10 |  | [Listing photo 10 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-10.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 10 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 11 |  | [Listing photo 11 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-11.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 11 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 12 |  | [Listing photo 12 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-12.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 12 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 13 |  | [Listing photo 13 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-13.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 13 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 14 |  | [Listing photo 14 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-14.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 14 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 15 |  | [Listing photo 15 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-15.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 15 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 16 |  | [Listing photo 16 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-16.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 16 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 17 |  | [Listing photo 17 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-17.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 17 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 18 |  | [Listing photo 18 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-18.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 18 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 19 |  | [Listing photo 19 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-19.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 19 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 20 |  | [Listing photo 20 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-20.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 20 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 21 |  | [Listing photo 21 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-21.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 21 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 22 |  | [Listing photo 22 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-22.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 22 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 23 |  | [Listing photo 23 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-23.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 23 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 24 |  | [Listing photo 24 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-24.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 24 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 25 |  | [Listing photo 25 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-25.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 25 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 26 |  | [Listing photo 26 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-26.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 26 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 27 |  | [Listing photo 27 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-27.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 27 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 28 |  | [Listing photo 28 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-28.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 28 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 29 |  | [Listing photo 29 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-29.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 29 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 30 |  | [Listing photo 30 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-30.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 30 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 31 |  | [Listing photo 31 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-31.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 31 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 32 |  | [Listing photo 32 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-32.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 32 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 33 |  | [Listing photo 33 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-33.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 33 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |
| 34 |  | [Listing photo 34 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189](https://images.steavycarter.com/21217579-34.jpeg) | Real estate listing photo 34 for 281 High Plains Trail, Royse City, TX 75189. |

## Property Video and 3D Tour

- **3D tour:** [Open the PropertyPanorama tour](https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/ntreis/21217579)

## Schools

- **Elementary:** Anita Scott · Royse City ISD
- **Middle:** Royse City · Royse City ISD
- **High:** Royse City · Royse City ISD

Buyers should verify current school assignments directly with Rockwall ISD before making decisions based on school zoning.

## CAD Tax and Valuation Summary

| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| **CAD source** | County Appraisal District |
| **CAD PID** | 55806 |
| **Tax year** | 2026 |
| **Official CAD page** | [https://www.rockwallcad.com/property-detail/55806/2026](https://www.rockwallcad.com/property-detail/55806/2026) |
| **CAD market value** | $542,661 |
| **CAD land value** | $179,000 |
| **CAD improvement value** | $363,661 |
| **CAD appraised value** | $542,661 |
| **CAD net appraised / current taxed starting point** | $542,661 |
| **Estimated taxes before current exemptions** | $8,173.56 |
| **Current exemption impact** | -$1,757.28 |
| **Estimated taxes with current exemptions** | $6,416.28 |
| **Total tax rate** | 1.5062% |
| **Parcel size** | 2 acres |

These figures describe the current public CAD record. A buyer’s future tax bill may differ based on exemptions, future appraised values, adopted tax rates, and other changes. This is not tax or legal advice.

## List Price vs. CAD Value

| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| **List price** | $595,900 |
| **CAD market value** | $542,661 |
| **Difference** | +$53,239 Over CAD Value |

CAD market value is not the listing price, a lender appraisal, a prediction of the final sale price, or a future-tax guarantee. The comparison only shows the difference between the current asking price and the county appraisal district’s market-value record.

## CAD Details

| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| **Legal description** | HIGH POINT RANCH SECTION 1, BLOCK 3, LOT 7, ACRES 2 |
| **Total land value** | $179,000 |
| **Total market acres** | 2 |
| **Current special-use reduction** | -$0 |

### Current Exemption Context

- **Current exemption shown:** Homestead
- **School taxable-value reduction reflected in the current record:** $140,000

### Taxing Units

| Taxing unit | Rate | Taxable value | Estimated tax with current exemptions | Estimated tax reduction |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Rockwall County | 0.251% | $542,661 | $1,362.08 | $0.00 |
| Royse City ISD (H) | 1.2552% | $402,661 | $5,054.20 | -$1,757.28 |

(H) indicates the current record reflects a homestead-related school taxable-value reduction.

### Improvements

#### Residential

- **CAD assessed improvement value:** $363,661
- **Total area:** 3,487 Sq Ft
- **Living area:** 2,348 Sq Ft
- Main Area: 2,348 Sq Ft
- Attached Garage: 785 Sq Ft
- COVERED PORCH: 204 Sq Ft
- COVERED PORCH: 150 Sq Ft

### CAD Market Value History

| Year | CAD market value | Land value | Improvement value | Market YOY change |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 2018 | $308,700 | $60,790 | $247,910 | Baseline |
| 2019 | $337,890 | $87,550 | $250,340 | +$29,190 (+9.46%) |
| 2020 | $357,830 | $95,920 | $261,910 | +$19,940 (+5.90%) |
| 2021 | $374,770 | $140,000 | $234,770 | +$16,940 (+4.73%) |
| 2022 | $527,750 | $210,000 | $317,750 | +$152,980 (+40.82%) |
| 2023 | $607,895 | $276,000 | $331,895 | +$80,145 (+15.19%) |
| 2024 | $554,917 | $191,000 | $363,917 | $-52,978 (-8.71%) |
| 2025 | $580,664 | $212,400 | $368,264 | +$25,747 (+4.64%) |
| 2026 | $542,661 | $179,000 | $363,661 | $-38,003 (-6.54%) |

## Contact and Request Information

Have questions about this home?

- [Open the complete property page to request information or schedule a showing](https://www.steavycarter.com/mls/21217579/)

## Sources, Methodology, and Limitations

- **Canonical visual property page:** [https://www.steavycarter.com/mls/21217579/](https://www.steavycarter.com/mls/21217579/)
- **Listing facts:** Public listing data normalized through ListingContext.
- **Property summary and Buyer Match:** Approved curated property analysis from `curatedContent`.
- **Visual observations:** Existing titles, captions, and room labels from `media.images.gallery[]` in ListingContext.
- **CAD context:** Public-safe Rockwall CAD information, when available.
- **Local context:** Curated Local Expert groups and route-based commute estimates.
- **3D tour:** [https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/ntreis/21217579](https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/ntreis/21217579)
- **Official CAD record:** [https://www.rockwallcad.com/property-detail/55806/2026](https://www.rockwallcad.com/property-detail/55806/2026)
- **Structured property data:** [View the property JSON-LD schema](https://www.steavycarter.com/mls/21217579/schema.json)
- **Publisher:** Steavy Carter Realtor – Dallas and Rockwall, Texas.

This Markdown companion is a public reading-layer projection, not a raw JSON dump. It omits owner, deed, protest, private prospecting, raw source-receipt, internal Worker, and internal identifier data. Listing status, price, schools, taxes, and availability should be verified before reliance.