517 Council Dr, Benbrook, TX 76126
SOLD
MAY 18, 2026

517 Council Dr
Benbrook, TX 76126

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,386 sqft (on 3.80 acres)
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,386 sqft
(on 3.80 acres)

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

ACREAGE IN Fort Worth! A hidden gem! Whether you own livestock or just need a little more elbow room, this property is truly one of a kind!
517 Council Drive backs up to Benbrook Lake. Lead your horses out the back gate to enjoy 14 miles of equestrian trails. With NO HOA, the opportunities are endless! Fenced and cross-fenced for goats and horses, this home is surrounded by large trees and is beautifully landscaped and lit. There are 4 fenced pastures, a small barn and loafing shed. There is also a 1 acre easement that the current owners have been using for horses, along with a pool house with views of the property and pool. The home offers 2335 sqft featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 baths with a large office or 4th bedroom. The living room, dining and kitchen area open to one another creating the perfect entertaining space. Cozy up to the wood burning fireplace. The kitchen has an island, double ovens, granite countertops, ample cabinetry, and a built-in desk area. Bring your animals to this beautiful property and it's just 10 miles from Dickies Arena!!**New roof in 2025.
517 Council Dr, Benbrook, TX 76126 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,386 sqft single-family home built in 1972. It last sold for the $800,000 asking price on May 18, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $782,100, with a rent estimate of $3,080/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Deck, Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
95 days ago

Home Details for 517 Council Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2386 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Septic Available, Water AvailableAppliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric RangeDishwasherLaundry: Dryer Hookup,ElectricDryer Hookup,Laundry in Utility Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s),ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living Room, Wood BurningHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl Plank
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl Plank

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: Rear Porch, Covered, DeckOther Structures: Pool HouseExterior: DeckFoundation: Slab
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage
Pool
Pool: In Ground, PoolPool
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 4

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1972
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Ranch,Detached
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 04316169

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $800,000
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Fort WorthCommunity: Ha Lounes Surv Abs #1999
School Information
Elementary School: WestparkElementary School District: Fort Worth ISDJr High / Middle School: BenbrookJr High / Middle School District: Fort Worth ISDHigh School: BenbrookHigh School District: Fort Worth ISD

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3.8 Acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 21235719Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 817-713-7281
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Wendy Howard 0611968, (817) 713-7281
Keller Williams Brazos West, (817) 279-6996
Bought with: Amanda Massingill 0593386, Williams Trew Real Estate, (817) 732-8400
Source: NTREIS, MLS#21235719

Price History for 517 Council Dr

DatePriceEventSource
05/18/2026--Sold
NTREIS #21235719
04/30/2026$800,000PendingNTREIS #21235719
04/20/2026$800,000ContingentNTREIS #21235719
04/16/2026$800,000Listed For SaleNTREIS #21235719
09/13/2014$424,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/13/2014$424,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/22/2014$444,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/06/2014$449,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/06/2014$475,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/02/2011$475,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
06/01/2011$475,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Benbrook

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$311K
$381MoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.4%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$183
$0MoM
Available listings
123
10MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$8,037
Assessment$481,000
Home facts updated by county records

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Sold Price
Sold Date
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425 Cartwright Dr, Benbrook, TX
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11/18/25
3
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05/26/26
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2
2,383
204 Overcrest Dr, Benbrook, TX
1.10
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06/12/26
4
2
1,763
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1.19
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01/30/26
4
2
2,146
1301 Mildred Ln, Benbrook, TX
1.20
Single-Family Home
-
02/23/26
4
2
2,014
8208 Indian Hills Ct, Benbrook, TX
1.13
Single-Family Home
-
05/29/26
4
3
2,861
209 Lansford Dr, Benbrook, TX
1.12
Single-Family Home
-
04/13/26
3
2
1,861
7529 Whitestone Ranch Rd, Benbrook, TX
1.09
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03/12/26
3
2
1,711
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1.20
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3
2
2,050

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What Locals Say about Benbrook

At least 231 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say car is needed

  • 91 % Say parking is easy

  • 87 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 83 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 78 % Say it's quiet

  • 71 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 71 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 61 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 59 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 52 % Say there's wildlife

  • 38 % Say there are community events

  • 36 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 31 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

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  • Christy Kallmeyer
    "Most apartments have a dog park and/or dog spa or bathing station. Most have their dogs on a leash."
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  • Amythomas420
    "The tree lighting is a community favorite unique to Benbrook they have a fireworks show with Santa on a fire truck that is lit up with lights "
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  • Josh Minze Skypilot
    "Good sidewalks, friendly neighborhood, close to a park, plenty of walking areas. Close to stores of all kinds. "
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  • 64fkxmsjyk
    "I love our neighborhood! It is safe, good schools, parks, the lake…the older parts of Benbrook have lots of trees and feels well established. I’m happy to be raising a family here. "
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  • 64fkxmsjyk
    "It’s a nice, safe small town vibe with easy access to trails, downtown, and parks. We love it here. "
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  • Chris Petersen
    "Nice neighborhood parks and sidewalks all around. JAS nearby head jets flying over sometimes late at night. God Bless America"
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  • Carnie Chris
    "Quite area besides fighter jets flying over occasionally and sometimes at night. Other than that it’s a peaceful friendly area. "
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  • Diballard25
    "it's a short drive commute to work. Accessible restaurant and close to fast food. love this gated community. "
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  • Sandyjss.072
    "I have a dog & always feel welcome when we go out on walks. There are a lot of animal lovers out here. When someone has a lost pet , the neighbors ban together to help it. Great neighborhood "
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  • Abbeylynne0526
    "Benbrook is a safe place to raise a family. Dislike that there isn’t a grocery store other than Walmart. "
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  • Jenny B.
    "My neighborhood is close to two major interstate freeways and one trans city loop. Also is close to main thoroughfares "
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  • Rdk7677
    "This town is a family. Everyone knows mostly everyone else. If we don’t know you then we will figure out who you are. And try and make you feel as welcome as possible. "
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  • Kara G.
    "It’s not a bad area, close to many highways. Great police department and right next to Hulen mall and restaurants "
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  • Prieto692
    "Like: dog friendly community Not like: Texas Weather There are Coyotes in the area so it is better to have small dogs inside "
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  • Dorebeck
    "beautiful wide winding streets lots of nice homes. well kept yards and safe to walk around. There are neighborhood events."
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  • Karis K.
    "Some parts of Benbrook are very safe and beautiful actually, but there are also a lot of scary parts and road construction since my grandparents moved her almost 6/7 years ago. "
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  • Kaeko S. Y.
    "I just moved here, so I don’t know what events that occur. The school is nice and the neighborhoods seem clean. "
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  • Aeroflak
    "Trash and bulky waste pickup is great and fast. Police are always responsive. Safe. Clean. Well lit. "
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  • Suzie6869
    "It is a quiet neighborhood with only one entrance and exit and close to shopping, dining, and downtown"
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  • Amber B.
    "It’s safe, well monitored with little crime. Many of the neighbors are kind and the others keep to themselves. Quiet community with lots of surrounding restaurants and shopping. I raised my child here and would recommend the neighborhood to other growing families."
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  • Kate H.
    "Benbrook is a family friendly community. My husband & I chose this neighborhood after years of living in various other Fort Worth areas. "
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  • Amber B.
    "Very family oriented neighborhood. Neighbors are amazing and parks and lawns are well kept. Close to hospitals, restaurants and shopping"
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  • Natalia C.
    "Benbrook is a very safe and loving community. It’s a place where neighbors help neighbors, you can count on them. It’s almost like one big family. "
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  • Gregorysr1984
    "great schools growing neighborhoods there is lots of traffic wish there was a newer apartment complex "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a nice, quite, well maintained and friendly neighborhood. There a few good concerned neighbors who do a great job of watching out for others and their property. Some of the residents have been here a long time and are a great source of history about Benbrook. "
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  • Natalia C.
    "I am able to walk my dog all the time! It’s wonderful because my neighbors love him and they aren’t breed discriminatory. "
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  • Ariana V.
    "Good quiet neighborhood, lovely to raise a family or retire with your loved ones to a quieter area."
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  • Mhorrell2
    "Quiet and safe area. Not too much traffic but close to all the big city happenings if you want to experience them. All the groceries and fast food you could want. "
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  • Pianobear
    "I see people walking dogs a lot. Mine stay mostly in the backyard barking at them as they walk by. "
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  • Jana H. H.
    "Benbrook is a quite small feel town. It’s a family friendly area. Benbrook has good schools and many parks for families to go and enjoy family time. I have lived in Benbrook for 47 years and would recommend anyone looking for a clean friendly town to move here "
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  • Lainey L.
    "There is not enough places for dogs to run such as dog parks or parks in general. They might like that there is a lot of country areas but not designated to dogs "
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  • Jwquinn13
    "awesome. I love the country small town feel near the city. I enjoy being close to church school and shopping"
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  • Holly
    "Love my neighbors and how everyone helps each other. We all look out for each other and each other's house "
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