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Details
Price
Change
Source
6/20/2026
Listed
$795,000
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Property Description
HORSE & LIVESTOCK-READY, AG-EXEMPT RANCH IN HEART OF POETRY, TEXAS! Discover the perfect blend of country living, equestrian amenities, & everyday convenience on this beautifuL 25.651-acre ranch in highly sought-after Poetry, Texas. Conveniently located with easy access to Rockwall, Royse City, Terrell, Greenville, Quinlan and major highways connecting the DFW Metroplex, this property offers the rural lifestyle buyers crave without sacrificing accessibility. A gated entrance welcomes you to a picturesque setting featuring a charming Texas Hill Country style home, two ponds, sandy loam soils, mature trees, & fenced & cross-fenced pastures ready for horses, cattle, or recreational use. The property is thoughtfully designed with a five-stall horse barn, storage area, run-in sheds, & a large stallion-safe paddock which could be used as an arena. The custom 3-2 Texas Hill Country-style home offers 2,050 SF of comfortable living space filled with rustic charm & character. The open-concept floor plan features 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 water line ROW, total 27.5 usable acres. Live the dream in Poetry, TX!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 17948 Fm 986
General
- Price: $795,000
- Taxes: $7,437
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NTREIS
- MLS ID: 21298149
- Updated: 6/20/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Chandelier, Decorative/Designer Lighting Fixtures, Eat-in Kitchen, High Speed Internet, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Blower Fan, Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning
- Appliances: Some Gas Appliances, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Plumbed For Gas, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Ceramic Tile, Painted/Stained
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry in Utility Room
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security Gate, Smoke Detector(s)
- Equipment: Other
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Outdoor Grill, Rain Gutters
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Awning(s), Covered
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Carport Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached Carport, Asphalt, Covered, Driveway, Gravel, Kitchen Level, Private, Side By Side
Location
- County: Kaufman
- Subdivision: Wm Smith
- Driving Directions: From Terrell, take FM 986 north and turn right at the sign. From Rockwall or Royse City, take FM 548 south and take the Y to the left at Poetry Road. Turn right onto FM 986 and the property is 0.4 miles down on your left.
School Information
- Elem School District: Terrell ISD
- Midd School District: Terrell ISD
- High School District: Terrell ISD
- Elementary School: Wood
- Middle School: Furlough
- High School: Terrell
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
- Heating Type: Central, Propane
Utilities
- Sewer: Aerobic Septic, Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Water: Community/Coop, Rural
- Cable Available: Yes
- Utility Description: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Propane, Overhead Utilities, Sewer Available, Septic Available, Separate Meters, Water Available
- # Water Meters: 1
Structural Information
- Property Detached: Yes
- Architectural Style: Modern, Other, Prairie, Ranch, Southwestern, Traditional, Detached, Farmhouse
- Structure Type: House
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Construction: Brick, Concrete
- Roof: Composition
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Living Area: 2,050 Sq. Ft.
- Current Bldg. Use: Agricultural, Grazing, Horses, Livestock, Pasture, Ranch, Residential, Recreational, Single Family
- Year Built: 1998
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Corral(s), Kennel/Dog Run, Outbuilding, Poultry Coop, Shed(s), Storage, Workshop, Barn(s), Stable(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 25.651
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,117,357.56
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Frontage: Farm to Market Road, Asphalt
- Topography: Level
- Lot Features: Acreage, Agricultural, Back Yard, Cleared, Lawn, Landscaped, Native Plants, Pasture, Pond on Lot, Few Trees, Level
- Potential Use: Agricultural, Cattle, Grazing, Horses, Livestock, Pasture, Poultry, Ranch, Residential, Recreational, Single Family
- Trees/Vegetation: Cleared, Grassed, Partially Wooded
- Fencing (Description): Cross Fenced, Gate, Pipe, Wire
Horse Property
- Horse Property: Yes
- Horse Facility Desc.: Barn, Loafing Shed, Stable(s), Tack Room, Wash Rack
Financial Considerations
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale
- Tax Amount: $7,437
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Documents Avail.: Aerial, Survey
- Legal Description: WM SMITH, TRACT 22.13; 7.05 ACRES, & HOUSE
- Exclusions: No exclusions - mounted TV in living room stays, refrigerator in kitchen stays, any remaining portable sheds and feeders stay
- Disclosures/Rstr.: Easement(s)
- Property ID: 12361
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Price & Sales History for 17948 Fm 986
Tax History
Tax History for 17948 Fm 986
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$5,294
9%
$382,133
1%
2023
$4,866
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$377,008
-28%
2023
$4,866
-14%
$522,590
2%
2022
$5,683
1%
$513,177
-4%
2021
$5,618
3%
$532,728
17%
2020
$5,438
-9%
$455,870
74%
2019
$5,969
-4%
$262,540
2%
2018
$6,218
10%
$256,220
10%
2017
$5,660
10%
$233,230
10%
2016
$5,147
39%
$212,330
30%
2015
$3,698
20%
$163,751
10%
2013
$3,077
—
$149,260
-1%
2013
$3,077
—
$151,030
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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17948 Fm 986, Poetry, TX 75160 (MLS# 21298149) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 17948 Fm 986 is currently listed for $795,000 and was received on June 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 17948 Fm 986? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Poetry? You can browse all Poetry real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.