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7/27/2026
Listed
$1,375,000
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MLS
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Property Description
A true Texas oasis awaits on this remarkable 70+ acre ranch, offering luxury, privacy, recreation, and unmatched versatility. Whether you're searching for a secluded family estate, premier farm and ranch property, recreational retreat, or a unique commercial investment, this property offers endless possibilities. With dual road frontage, multiple access points, and easy access, it is ideally suited for a wedding venue, event center, corporate retreat, RV resort, hunting lodge, equestrian facility, short-term rental development, or future expansion, all while preserving complete privacy. Built in 2020, the custom barndominium was thoughtfully designed for efficiency, functionality, and timeless Texas character. Offering approximately 6,300 square feet under roof, the home features soaring 14- to 21.5-foot ceilings, an open-concept layout, an oversized insulated garage, expansive covered patios, a heated and cooled bonus room, spray foam insulation, high-efficiency HVAC systems, a 26 kW whole-house generator, high-speed internet, KitchenAid appliances, electric gated entry, and countless custom upgrades. Outside, enjoy three stocked ponds, fishing piers, bridges crossing seasonal creeks, and trails surrounding nearly the entire property, perfect for ATVs, horseback riding, hiking, fishing, hunting, and ag-exempt. Abundant wildlife, deer blinds, and automatic feeders create an exceptional recreational experience. Additional improvements include a 24 x 40 steel workshop with attached shipping containers, RV hookups, a greenhouse, an aerobic system, Wright City Water, and a 275-foot deep water well ready for activation. Hidden discreetly off FM 838 between Tyler, Henderson, and Longview, this extraordinary property offers the opportunity to build a lasting family legacy while providing exceptional income-producing and investment potential. Properties offering this level of versatility and acreage are rarely available. Schedule your private tour today.
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Full Property Details for 12842 FM 838
General
- Price: $1,375,000
- Taxes: $3,200 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Farms/Ranches
- Source: Tyler_MLS
- MLS ID: 26010429
- Updated: 7/27/2026
- Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan, Permanent Stairs To Attic, Other, Smart Home, Vaulted Ceiling(s), All Bedrooms Downstairs, Walk-In Closet
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Wood Burning Stove, Gas
- Appliances: Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Instant Hot Water, Tankless Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
- Flooring: Tile, Decorative Concrete, Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: Shower and Tub, Dressing Area, Walk-In Closet, Tile
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Pantry, Island
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Audio and Video Surveillance, Security Gate, Security Lights, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Pier & Deck, Rain Gutters, Outdoor Kitchen
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Screened, Covered, Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 4
- Carport Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Inside Entrance, Garage Door Opener, Golf Cart Garage, Boat, Workshop in Garage, RV Pad, Natural
Location
- County: Smith
- Subdivision: Ab 395 M Hussner Sur
- Driving Directions: From Tyler, travel east on Hwy 64 to SH 135. Turn right (south) on SH 135, then right onto FM 838. Continue west on FM 838 approximately 1.3 miles. Property is located on the left at approximately GPS coordinates 32.23717, -94.98401.
School Information
- Elementary School: Overton
- Middle School: Overton
- High School: Overton
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Electric, Individual Controlled, Zoned-3 Or More
- Heating Type: Central, Zoned, Propane, Wood
Utilities
- Sewer: Aerobic Septic
- Water: Public, Well, Water Onsite
- Utility Description: Lp Gas Onsite, Water Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Barndominium
- Construction: Metal Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Aluminum/Metal
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Low-Emissivity Windows
- Square Feet: 3,150
- Sq. Ft. Source: Owner
- Year Built: 2020
- Year Built Source: CAD
- Property Condition: Pre-owned
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Guest House, Storage, Outbuilding, Greenhouse, Workshop
Lot Features
- Property View: Water
- Lot Size (Acres): 72.866
- Lot Size Source: RCAD & SCAD
- Frontage: Highway, Gravel, Dirt
- Topography: Level, Rolling
- Lot Features: Wooded, Irregular Lot, Pasture, Cultivated
- Trees/Vegetation: Native, Coastal, Partially Wooded, Cluster, Mixed Timber
- Lot Description: 50 to 100 Acres
- Fencing (Description): Partial, Chain Link, Automatic Gate
Water Features
- Water View: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Pond on Lot, Creek
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Dehumidifier, Insulation, High Efficiency Water Heater, Programmable Thermostat, HVAC
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale
- Tax Amount: $3,200.1
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Conventional, Must Qualify, Cash
- Warranty: As-Is Condition @ Closing
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: AB 395 M HUSSNER SUR PT OF 70AC/ 30AC IN SMITH CO
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Schools
Schools serving 12842 FM 838
School District:West Rusk County Consolidated Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
West Rusk Elementary School 10705 S Main, New London, TX 75682 | PK-2 | 2.5 mi |
West Rusk Intermediate School 10705 S Main Hwy 42, New London, TX 75682 | 3-5 | 2.5 mi |
West Rusk Middle School 10705 S Main Hwy 42, New London, TX 75682 | 6-8 | 2.5 mi |
West Rusk High School 10705 S Main Hwy 42, New London, TX 75682 | 9-12 | 2.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
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12842 Fm 838, Overton, TX 75684 (MLS# 26010429) is a Farms/Ranches property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 12842 Fm 838 is currently listed for $1,375,000 and was received on July 27, 2026. Want to learn more about 12842 Fm 838? Do you have questions about finding other Farms/Ranches real estate for sale in Overton? You can browse all Overton real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.