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3 Beds
2 Baths
2,050 sqft

$775,000

17948 FM 986, Poetry TX, 75160

Price per sqft$378.05
Built in1998
Property size2,050 sqft
Property typeResidential

Overview

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Updated 32h ago

HORSE & LIVESTOCK-READY, AG-EXEMPT RANCH WITH NEWLY PAINTED & REFRESHED HILL COUNTRY STYLE HOME IN HEART OF POETRY, TEXAS! Discover the perfect blend of country living & everyday convenience on this beautifuL 25.651-acre ranch in highly sought-after Poetry. Conveniently located less than one hour from Dallas, this ranch has easy access to Rockwall, Royse City, Terrell, Greenville, Quinlan & major highways connecting to the DFW Metroplex. Enjoy the rural lifestyle buyers crave without sacrificing city amenities. A gated entrance welcomes you to a picturesque setting featuring a charming 3-2 Texas Hill Country style home, two ponds, sandy loam soils, mature trees, barn with storage & workshop area, & fenced & cross-fenced pastures ready for horses, cattle, or recreational use. Five-stall horse barn, storage & workshop area, run-in sheds, & large stallion-safe paddock which could be used as an arena. The refreshed & move-in ready custom home offers 2,050 SF of comfortable living space filled with rustic charm & featuring easy-care stained concrete floors, handcrafted wood cabinetry, granite counters, SS appliances, gas range, stone fireplace, & expansive views. Large primary suite has ensuite bath with separate tub & shower & two closets. Secondary bedrooms share full bath with new walk-in shower. Outdoor living is equally impressive with large covered front & back porches designed for enjoying peaceful sunrises, evening gatherings & panoramic views. Two car attached carport, flagstone patio extension with stone garden, native landscaping, dog run & chicken coop. Whether you're searching for a horse property, hobby farm, cattle operation, weekend retreat, or full-time country residence, this turnkey ranch offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the beauty & lifestyle of Poetry while remaining close to shopping, dining & employment centers throughout NE Texas. Extra 1.85 acres included for your enjoyment on Dallas waterline ROW, totaling nearly 27.5 usable acres.

$5,156/mo

Est. mortgage payment based on a $775,000 home price.

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Additional information

MLS® ID
21393573

Interior Features

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Fireplace
Yes
Cooling
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
No

Exterior Features

Lot Size
25.65 Acres

Other Property Details

Taxes
$18,089
Tax Frequency
Annually
View
Yes
55+/Senior Community
No

Listed by Mica Pryor with Sarah Boyd & Co
Listing Contact: 940-202-0028 

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