- Dallas County
- Dallas TX
- 75238
- Local Area: Villas-Lake Hlnds Add
Property Overview
Welcome to this remarkable lock-and-leave home in a one-of-a-kind gated community in Villas of Lake Highlands. Built in 2016, this 2,741-square-foot sanctuary offers 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms situated on a premier corner lot. The main level greets you with an open-concept floor plan featuring quality engineered hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, walls of windows, and ample storage throughout. A dedicated home office sits near the entrance, leading into the spacious dining and family room anchored by an inviting gas log fireplace. Adjacent to the living areas is a gourmet kitchen designed for seamless entertaining, complete with an expansive island, stainless steel appliances, double ovens, a six-burner gas stove, a Bosch dishwasher, a microwave, and a walk-in pantry. Step outside from the main level to a special backyard retreat boasting professional landscaping, a grassy area, a side yard perfect for a dog run, and a producing Blanc du Bois grapevine that allows you to harvest your own white wine. Moving upstairs, the private primary suite features vaulted ceilings, large windows, a sitting area, and a spa-inspired bathroom with dual sinks, a deep soaking tub, a walk-in glass shower, an enclosed loo, and a generous walk-in closet with custom built-ins. Two additional bedrooms offer walk-in closets and share a full hall bathroom. Completing the upper level is a versatile supplementary space with built-in bookshelves, perfect for a media room, workout space, playroom, or second office. Outside your door, enjoy resort-style community amenities including a swimming pool, fire pit, dog park, and lush green space for hosting gatherings or playing outdoor games. You cannot beat this incredible location close to Lake Highlands schools and White Rock Lake.
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Property highlights
Year Built 2016
School District Richardson Isd
HOA $1,100 SemiAnnually
Pool Yes
Parking 2-car garage, 2 covered
Gated Gated community
Architecture Traditional,Detached
Fireplace 1 Fireplaces
Neighborhood Villas-Lake Hlnds Add
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Property Details
Quick Details
- Price $675,000
- Status Active
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 3
- Square Feet 2,741 Sq Ft
- Lot Size 0.08 acres
- Lot Size Sq Ft 3,572
- Year Built 2016
- Price / Sq Ft $246 / Sq Ft
- MLS # 21402925
Overview
- Property Type Residential
- Property Subtype Single Family Residence
- County Dallas
- Subdivision Villas-Lake Hlnds Add
- Days on Market 2
Home Details
- Full Baths 2
- Half Baths 1
- Foundation Slab
- Roof Composition
- Flooring Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Engineered Hardwood
- Heating Central, Fireplaces, Natural Gas
- Cooling Central Air, Ceiling Fans, Electric
Kitchen & Interior
- Appliances Some Gas Appliances, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Plumbed For Gas, Tankless Water Heater
- Interior Features Decorative Designer Lighting Fixtures, Eat In Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Cable Tv, Walk In Closets
- Fireplaces 1
- Fireplace Features Gas, Gas Log, Living Room
Lot & Exterior
- Lot Features Back Yard, Corner Lot, Lawn, Landscaped
- Exterior Features Dog Run, Lighting, Misting System, Private Entrance, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Fencing Wood
- Pool Features Community
Parking
- Parking Additional Parking, Door Single, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Garage Spaces 2
- Covered Parking 2
- Attached Garage Yes
Taxes & HOA
- Annual Taxes $15,377
- HOA Fee $1,100 SemiAnnually
- HOA Includes All Facilities, Association Management, Maintenance Grounds
Utilities
- Utilities Sewer Available, Water Available, Cable Available
- Water Public
- Sewer Public Sewer
Schools
- Elementary Lake Highlands — Richardson ISD
- Middle Lake Highlands — Richardson ISD
- High Lake Highlands — Richardson ISD
Listing Information
- MLS Board NTREIS
- List Date 10/16/2026
- Source Updated 10/18/2026
- Last Updated 10/21/2026
- Virtual Tour Available
Property Tax & CAD Valuation for 8686 Thorbrush Place
Dallas Central Appraisal District records for 8686 Thorbrush Place, Dallas, TX 75238 show a CAD market value of $657,670 and a net appraised value of $657,670. CAD values are used for property-tax purposes and may differ from the property's current list price or eventual sale price.
TAX INFO FOR NORMAL PEOPLE
A plain-English look at Dallas Central Appraisal District property-tax and appraisal records for 8686 Thorbrush Place, Dallas, TX 75238, including CAD market value, appraised value, exemptions, taxing entities, improvement records, and value history.
View Official Dallas Central Appraisal District Property Record
1. CAD Big Picture: Land + Improvements = Market Value
This shows what the CAD market value is made of. Appraisal districts usually separate value between the land and the improvements. Improvements may include the home, garages, shops, patios, pools, decks, storage, and other structures.
Land Value $175,500 + Improvement Value $482,170 = CAD Market Value $657,670
2. Improvement Details: Size, Type & Assessed Value
This is a breakdown of the improvements CAD has listed for the property and the square footage or area connected to those records. CAD improvement records may include the main living area, garages, shops, decks, patios, pools, storage, or other site improvements when available.
MAIN DWELLING
Value: $482,170 Total Area: 2741 Sqft Living Area: 2741 Sqft
| Additional Feature / Structure | Type / Details | Area / Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| ATTACHED GARAGE | — | 399 Sqft |
3. Current Tax Exemptions & Statutory Limitations
Property tax bills reflect two distinct types of CAD adjustments: local taxing jurisdiction exemptions (which reduce taxable value below appraised value) and statutory appraisal limitations (which limit the annual growth of appraised value itself). Each taxing entity establishes its own exemption amounts and tax rates.
No standard exemptions or CAD reductions were detected in the current record.
Each taxing jurisdiction may apply its own exemptions, limitations, and taxable-value adjustments. The figures shown reflect the current CAD record. Specific exemption details are displayed when available from the source. A buyer’s exemptions and future tax obligations may differ.
4. Value After CAD Reductions
This is where CAD reductions, exemptions, limitations, or special-use valuation may affect the value used for tax calculations.
CAD Market Value $657,670 − All Current CAD Reductions $0 = Current Taxed Starting Point $657,670
This reflects the CAD net appraised value after current CAD reductions. Individual taxing units may use different taxable values when exemptions apply.
5. Who Taxes It?
These are the local entities included in the current CAD/tax estimate. A property tax bill can include a city, county, school district, municipal utility district, public improvement district, or other special district. Each entity may use its own taxable value, rate, and exemption treatment.
| Entity | Taxable Value | Rate (per $100) | Est. Tax (No Ex.) | Savings | Est. Tax (Current) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
City
DALLAS |
$657,670 | 0.6988 | $4,596 | — | $4,596 |
|
School District
RICHARDSON ISD |
$657,670 | 1.1052 | $7,269 | — | $7,269 |
|
County
DALLAS COUNTY |
$657,670 | 0.2155 | $1,417 | — | $1,417 |
|
College
DALLAS COLLEGE |
$657,670 | 0.1066 | $701 | — | $701 |
|
Hospital District
PARKLAND HOSPITAL |
$657,670 | 0.2120 | $1,394 | — | $1,394 |
Each taxing jurisdiction may apply its own exemptions, limitations, and taxable-value adjustments. The figures shown reflect the current CAD record. Specific exemption details are displayed when available from the source. A buyer's exemptions and future tax obligations may differ.
6. Estimated Tax Bottom Line
Est. Taxes (No Exemptions) $15,377 − Est. Tax Reductions / Savings — = Est. Taxes (With Current Exemptions) $15,377
The current CAD record does not establish an exemption tax savings calculation. A buyer’s future tax bill may differ.
7. CAD Values Over Time
YOY Change reflects the change in CAD Market Value from the prior appraisal year. Taxed / Appraised reflects the CAD net appraised value after CAD reductions, or the certified capped appraisal value where jurisdictions differ. Individual taxing units may use different taxable values when exemptions apply.
| Year | Land | Impr. | Market | Taxed / Appraised | YOY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $81,000 | $382,000 | $463,000 | — | — |
| 2022 | $112,500 | $410,340 | $522,840 | $509,300 | +$59,840 / +12.92% |
| 2023 | $126,000 | $497,010 | $623,010 | $560,230 | +$100,170 / +19.16% |
| 2024 | $175,500 | $482,170 | $657,670 | $616,253 | +$34,660 / +5.56% |
| 2025 | $175,500 | $482,170 | $657,670 | — | — |
| 2026 | $175,500 | $482,170 | $657,670 | — | — |
8. List Price vs CAD Value
The current list price and the county’s CAD market value are not the same thing. CAD market value is used for property-tax context and may lag the open market, reflect prior protests, exemptions, caps, agricultural or special-use treatment, or other appraisal district methods.
How does the list price compare with the CAD value?
CAD values are appraisal-district values used for property-tax purposes and can differ from current asking prices and eventual sale prices.
Current List Price $675,000 − Current CAD Market Value $657,670 = Over CAD Value +$17,330 (+2.6%)
A sale price can become part of the appraisal district’s future evidence. A buyer’s future taxable value and tax bill may change after purchase, especially if exemptions, caps, or special-use valuation change.
For tax planning, buyers should confirm future taxable value, exemptions, and special-use treatment with the appraisal district, tax office, lender, CPA, or other qualified advisor.
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