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The Harrington House estate is an important part of Texas history. Built in 1918 by “Big Dad” Fred Harrington, it is the remaining piece of what was once a 200-acre farm and still stands as an important homestead while the city of Plano and entire Dallas Metroplex grew up around it. The estate’s remaining 3.88+/- acres contains the first original home, designed by architect Robert Abernathy. Historical designation of the property can be considered by new owner if desired.
The main home was built solidly to withstand the north Texas weather. In November of 1918 it was described by The Plano Star Courier as a “magnificent brick residence, provided with all the modern conveniences such as are usually only found in the city homes.” As you enter the magnificent residence you are greeted by a beautiful living room with an impressive staircase and baby grand piano with a parlor on one side and over-sized dining room on the other. There four huge bedrooms and 2.5 baths on two levels with remarkable detail millwork, materials and fixtures throughout. The home is approximately 4000 sq ft. The quarter-sawn oak floors are amazing. The tile, glass doorknobs, custom chandeliers and light fixtures are all original to the home. The Ludowici tile roof boasts of the quality this home exhibits in and of itself. It is evident that no expensive was spared building this stunning home. There is also a basement and large finished out attic. As you walk out the back door by way of a sidewalk you find a detached 2 car brick garage that also contains two other adjacent rooms. Many of the original antiques still remain.
There is also a two-bedroom, one-bath farmhouse on the homestead now and it has undergone some renovation and has been restored to very nice condition. Built in 1928, by Fred’s daughter, it was moved in 2000 and now stands on an engineered pier and beam concrete support with large rooms, original wooden doors and glass doorknobs and a Rookwood tile fireplace front. It is approx. 1,800+/- sf. There have been significant upgrades to plumbing and electrical on both homes.
The property has historical value but is also located in a prime infill location a mile from Hwy 75 & 190 (George Bush). It is surrounded by office buildings, a high school, and retail. The Collin Creek mall site is nearby where a $1 billion 100-acre redevelopment is taking place to build 2,300 apartments, a hotel, and offices. The new fine arts center is down the street within one half mile and there is a DART pick up in front of the residence.
Auctioneer’s note: This is a stunning property. It would be a fine event center with the expansive grounds or headquarters for any number of different types of businesses. The redevelopment value is priceless.
This individual seller chose to auction their property for a time-definite sale. If you have a property to sell, please contact Customer Service at 800.801.8003
Property is being offered by: Williams & Williams•2448 E. 81st Street, Suite 2600, Tulsa, OK 74137•800.801.8003
Lot size per county records.
TX Broker: Williams & Williams Worldwide Real Estate, LLC• David Montalvo, Lic. No. 595597. Auctioneer: Keith W. Babb - TX - Auctioneer 6701
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The Harrington House estate is an important part of Texas history. Built in 1918 by “Big Dad” Fred Harrington, it is the remaining piece of what was once a 200-acre farm and still stands as an important homestead while the city of Plano and entire Dallas Metroplex grew up around it. The estate’s remaining 3.88+/- acres contains the first original home, designed by architect Robert Abernathy. Historical designation of the property can be considered by new owner if desired.
The main home was built solidly to withstand the north Texas weather. In November of 1918 it was described by The Plano Star Courier as a “magnificent brick residence, provided with all the modern conveniences such as are usually only found in the city homes.” As you enter the magnificent residence you are greeted by a beautiful living room with an impressive staircase and baby grand piano with a parlor on one side and over-sized dining room on the other. There four huge bedrooms and 2.5 baths on two levels with remarkable detail millwork, materials and fixtures throughout. The home is approximately 4000 sq ft. The quarter-sawn oak floors are amazing. The tile, glass doorknobs, custom chandeliers and light fixtures are all original to the home. The Ludowici tile roof boasts of the quality this home exhibits in and of itself. It is evident that no expensive was spared building this stunning home. There is also a basement and large finished out attic. As you walk out the back door by way of a sidewalk you find a detached 2 car brick garage that also contains two other adjacent rooms. Many of the original antiques still remain.
There is also a two-bedroom, one-bath farmhouse on the homestead now and it has undergone some renovation and has been restored to very nice condition. Built in 1928, by Fred’s daughter, it was moved in 2000 and now stands on an engineered pier and beam concrete support with large rooms, original wooden doors and glass doorknobs and a Rookwood tile fireplace front. It is approx. 1,800+/- sf. There have been significant upgrades to plumbing and electrical on both homes.
The property has historical value but is also located in a prime infill location a mile from Hwy 75 & 190 (George Bush). It is surrounded by office buildings, a high school, and retail. The Collin Creek mall site is nearby where a $1 billion 100-acre redevelopment is taking place to build 2,300 apartments, a hotel, and offices. The new fine arts center is down the street within one half mile and there is a DART pick up in front of the residence.
Auctioneer’s note: This is a stunning property. It would be a fine event center with the expansive grounds or headquarters for any number of different types of businesses. The redevelopment value is priceless.
This individual seller chose to auction their property for a time-definite sale. If you have a property to sell, please contact Customer Service at 800.801.8003
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The Parties acknowledge Buyer will tender the Down Payment in the form of a certified check, cashier’s check, money order, or personal/business check, and said instrument will be made payable to the Escrow Agent, or a wire shall be sent directly to the Escrow Agent, if permitted by the Contract. In those instances where the Down Payment instrument was transmitted to the Auctioneer, Auctioneer shall transmit the Down Payment instrument to the Escrow Agent upon Seller’s acceptance of Buyer’s offer. The Down Payment shall be held by Escrow Agent and disbursed to the Closer identified in the Contract for Sale prior to the Closing Date and following clearance of funds by the issuing financial institution. Interest, if any, earned on the Down Payment shall be deemed part of the Down Payment and shall be applied together with the principal portion of the Down Payment to the Purchase Price. The Parties agree that upon a fully executed Contract, the Down Payment is non-refundable, and, at Seller’s request, shall immediately be released to Seller in accordance with the Contract for Sale.
If Seller accepts Buyer’s high bid, then the Contract for Sale shall continue in full force and effect and the Closing Date shall occur no later than thirty (30) days following the date of Seller’s acceptance, except as otherwise may be allowed in accordance with the terms of the Contract for Sale. Buyer(s) and Seller agree that Seller may terminate the Contract for Sale, in Seller’s sole and absolute discretion, in the event the Seller does not accept the Buyer’s high bid. BUYER UNDERSTANDS AND AGREES IF SELLER HAS PERFORMED SELLER'S OBLIGATIONS UNDER THE CONTRACT FOR SALE, AND IF AT CLOSING THE BUYER FAILS TO PAY THE BALANCE OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OR TO PERFORM ANY OTHER OBLIGATIONS UNDER THE CONTRACT FOR SALE, THE DOWN PAYMENT WILL BE DISBURSED PURSUANT TO OF THE CONTRACT FOR SALE. BUYER HEREBY DIRECTS ESCROW AGENT AND CLOSER TO DISBURSE THE DOWN PAYMENT FUNDS PURSUANT TO THE TERMS OF THE CONTRACT FOR SALE HEREIN.
If Buyer is a winning bidder and refuses or fails to complete the transaction for ANY reason (including, but not limited to, remitting the total purchase amount), Buyer shall relinquish ANY right to complete the transaction and shall have no rights or interest in the property, as well as forfeit all deposit monies as liquidated damages to Seller. PLEASE BE ADVISED: Various state statutes give Seller the right to pursue legal action against bidders who refuse to complete transactions. This may include (but is not limited to) suit to compel completion of the sale, and/or criminal charges of fraud or other intentional act.
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Buyers receive a deed and Title Insurance Policy as provided by the Closer indicated in the Contract (any mobile/manufactured housing not legally affixed to the property shall only be conveyed by a Hold Harmless Agreement or Quit Claim Bill of Sale unless otherwise noted in the Disclosures). Current year's taxes are pro-rated through day of closing as is customary.
All the information contained on this property was obtained from official county maps or other sources deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed and may be in error. Seller DOES NOT WARRANT the accuracy thereof. Seller has made no independent investigation of any information provided, and assumes no responsibility for the providing of or absence of any information, whatsoever, or for the accuracy thereof.
NOTICE: Institutional and Fiduciary Sellers (courts, government agencies, banks and trustees) have not occupied the properties and have NO information to provide for disclosure. Properties are sold 'As Is - Where Is' and should be fully inspected prior to bidding on.
All the information contained on this property was obtained from official county maps or other sources deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and may be in error. Seller DOES NOT WARRANT the accuracy thereof. Seller has made no independent investigation of any information provided and assumes no responsibility for the providing of or absence of any information, whatsoever, or for the accuracy thereof.
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The auctioneer has the right at his or her absolute and sole discretion to refuse any bid, to advance the bidding in such a manner as he or she may decide, to withdraw or divide any lot, to combine any two or more lots and, in the case of error or dispute, and whether during or after the sale, to determine the successful bidder, to continue the bidding, to cancel the sale or to reoffer and resell the item in dispute. If any dispute arises after the sale, our sale record is conclusive.
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Disclosures:
• DO NOT BID unless you have read the Williams & Williams Terms & Conditions of Sale, the Contract for Sale, Property Disclosures, all available due diligence materials, and the Auction Day Notes for each property. BY PLACING YOUR BID, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE PROPERTY SPECIFIC CONTRACT FOR SALE, DISCLOSURES, AUCTION DAY NOTES, AND THE WILLIAMS & WILLIAMS TERMS & CONDITIONS OF SALE.
• Personal Property shall be included in the sale of the real estate, and Buyer shall be responsible for payment of all applicable state and local taxes on the sale of the personal property at closing. Neither Williams & Williams nor the seller will be responsible for any lost or missing personal property at the time of closing. All personal property is sold 'as is', 'where is' with all faults not subject to any warranty implied or otherwise provided in the Uniform Commercial Code for the sale of goods.
• All properties are sold "AS IS, WHERE IS" with no financing, inspection or other contingencies to sale.
• Escrow. Buyer acknowledges receipt of the Joint Escrow Instructions that modifies the Contract for Sale to provide for a designated Escrow Agent to hold down payment funds. Buyer and Seller agree that the Escrow funds may be held in a trust/escrow account located outside of the state where the Property is located.
· Property Tax Disclosure Summary: Buyer Should Not Rely On The Seller's Current Property Taxes As The Amount Of Property Taxes That The Buyer May Be Obligated To Pay In The Year Subsequent To The Purchase. A Change Of Ownership Or Property Improvements Triggers Reassessments Of The Property That Could Result In Higher Property Taxes. If You Have Any Questions Concerning Valuation, Contact Property Appraiser's Office For Information.
· Square Footage/Acreage Disclosure. The source of the square footage or acreage represented for the property is from public record. Buyer understands and acknowledges that square footage or acreage measurements of a property can vary from a few feet to several hundred feet regardless of source (County Assessor's records, appraisal or appraisal measurement report, survey, etc.). Buyer shall be solely responsible for satisfying that the size and/or square footage or acreage of the property is acceptable to the Buyer.
· Zone, Code, and Use Disclosure. Buyer acknowledges that the Property shall be purchased “AS-IS, WHEREIS, WITH ALL FAULTS.” The Property may be subject to city, village, and/or county code or zoning violations, and Buyer accepts the property subject to any such violations. Buyer agrees to conduct an independent search of all property records in the city, county, and/or village prior to bidding and has bid accordingly. Buyer shall be responsible for any and all required remediation of the property, if any. Buyer shall not rely on any information provided by the Seller or Williams & Williams regarding the status of any code or zoning violations, and shall base its decisions on its independent inspection. Buyer also acknowledges that the property may be subject to city, village, and/or county occupancy regulations and requirements which may impact the current and/or future use of the properties. Buyer acknowledges that the seller and Williams & Williams make no warranties of any nature, express or implied, as to the permitted uses of the property, and any prohibition of buyer's intended use of the property shall not be a grounds for terminating the contract.
• Pictures may not reflect specific parcel, entire parcel, or current conditions of any structures that are present.
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