715 E 5th Street, Ferris, TX 75125

• 3 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 2,215 sqft

Property Description

A rare opportunity to own a piece of Ferris history just south of Dallas, Texas, the Cottongame House (built 1894) blends character with a flexible layout including a guest house! Situated on a 0.60-acre corner lot with pecan trees, the 2215 square foot main home has 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, original hardwood floors, tall ceilings, and abundant natural light. A soaring vaulted living area with a warm brick fireplace anchors the space, while the loft provides extra living or flex space. The spacious eat-in kitchen, generous utility room with sink and extra fridge space and large primary suite with sitting area, walk-in closet, and ensuite bath add to the home’s livability. The main home's inviting front porch offers the perfect outdoor living spot to enjoy morning coffee, a meal with family or friends or simply relax. A true standout feature is the 791 square foot separate apartment (ADU)—perfect for multi-generational living, guest quarters or guest house, long- or short-term rental (no HOA) or business venture. The apartment includes a living and dining area, full kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, office, full-size utility room, two exterior entrances, and its own dedicated HVAC system offering privacy and independence from the main home. The property features an impressive 39'x25' 4-bay garage with ducted HVAC with its own dedicated unit, bathroom, a 12'x10' office, two storage rooms plus attic lift for overhead storage. Additional highlights include two carports, ample parking (7 total covered parking spaces), and a concrete pad with exterior 220V plug for RV or boat parking. With over 3000 square feet of space between the main home and apartment, this property offers space, flexibility, and character, and it will appeal most to buyers who appreciate restoration and improvement opportunities. The property is priced to reflect its current condition and is best suited for those comfortable completing updates and repairs as part of ownership.

Listing Status:

Active

Data Last Updated:

February 14, 2026 at 7:21PM

Listing Office:

Ebby Halliday Realtors : 903-893-5921

Listing Agent:

Lisa Austin :

MLS ID:

21141071

Interior

• General: Eat-in KitchenHigh Speed InternetKitchen IslandLoftPaneling/WainscotingCable TVVaulted Ceiling(s)Walk-In Closet(s)
• Appliances: Some Gas AppliancesDishwasherElectric OvenElectric Water HeaterGas CooktopDisposalMicrowavePlumbed For Gas
• Laundry: Laundry in Utility Room
• Flooring: CarpetLuxury Vinyl PlankVinylWood
• A/C: Central AirCeiling Fan(s)Electric
• Heating: CentralFireplace(s)Natural Gas
• Fireplace: Gas LogGas StarterLiving RoomMasonryFireplaceFireplaces: 1

Exterior

• General: LightingRain GuttersGarage(s)
• Style: Detached
• Other Structures: Garage(s)
• Pool: None
• Parking: Attached CarportAdditional ParkingConcreteCoveredDoor-MultiGarageGarage Door OpenerHeated GarageOversizedPorte-CochereParking PadGarage Faces SideStorageWorkshop in GarageBoatRV Access/Parking

Construction

• Roofing: Composition
• Windows: Window Coverings
• General: Vinyl SidingWood SidingOne and One HalfPillar/Post/Pier

Location

• Originating MLS: NTR
• School District: Ferris ISD
• County: Ellis

Lot

• Zoning: 824 MASON PHELPS MC KAY ADDN 0.60 ACRES188928
• Fencing: None

Utilities

• Utilities: Electricity ConnectedNatural Gas AvailableSewer AvailableSeparate MetersWater AvailableCable Available
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: NTR
• Exclusions: Curtains and curtain rods in bedrooms and garage office