Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/24/2026
Listed
$2,495,000
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MLS
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Property Description
This stunning Southern Living-inspired dream home, situated on a sprawling 12.7 acre estate, blends timeless Southern architecture with modern luxury and functional recreational and equestrian facilities. TOTAL LIVING SPACE SF is 6,956.5 between the primary home and separate building. The property features a thoughtfully designed main house with a expansive front porch, custom millwork, light-filled living spaces, re-milled hand scraped wood flooring, and high ceilings with wood beams. Additional interior features of this beautiful home include designer windows relocated from a Brookstone in NYC, several decorative transom windows, stained glass windows, plantation shutters, copper sinks, a variety of gorgeous light fixtures, antique washboard sink, luxurious primary bathroom with clawfoot tub and fireplace, decorative doors including dutch and barn doors, sophisticated wood and metal features throughout, a 5-Star 6-burner gas double oven, wet bar or wine area, office, reading room, gift wrap area, mudroom, formal living area, and over 400 sf of additional storage (no ac). The upstairs entertainment area features a HUGE game room (pool table stays) and media room (media chairs and projection equipment stays). And an extra plus - ALL bedrooms include ensuites with nicely sized walk in closets. Let's talk about the amazing outdoor oasis... This picturesque retreat includes a saltwater-chlorine combo pool and spa, fireplace, outdoor kitchen that includes a sink, gas grill, griddle and pizza oven. Additional features include a firepit, covered cabana with a daybed style swing, an enormous amount of open and covered space for entertaining, regulation size pickleball court, 1.5 acre pond, private gated entrance and entirely fenced. Last but not least, the 60x40 separate building has an additional 2 bedroom, 2 bath and open living-kitchen area, a great amount of storage capacity, and 4 walk-in horse stalls.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2880 County Road 249 Rd
General
- Price: $2,495,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NTREIS
- MLS ID: 21243061
- Updated: 4/24/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Chandelier, Central Vacuum, Decorative/Designer Lighting Fixtures, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Paneling/Wainscoting, Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s), Wired for Sound
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace(s): Bedroom, Bath, Double Sided, Gas, Gas Log, Living Room, Outside, Raised Hearth, Stone, Wood Burning
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan
- Flooring: Brick, Ceramic Tile, Marble, Painted/Stained, Reclaimed Wood, Travertine
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry in Utility Room
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Cabana, Fenced, Heated, In Ground, Outdoor Pool, Pool, Pool Sweep, Pool/Spa Combo, Salt Water, Waterfall, Water Feature
- Security/Safety: Prewired, Security Gate, Smoke Detector(s), Security Lights
- Equipment: Home Theater, Irrigation Equipment
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Deck, Electric Grill, Fire Pit, Gas Grill, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Outdoor Living Area, Rain Gutters, Storage, Sport Court, Tennis Court(s)
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Rear Porch, Front Porch, Patio, Terrace, Balcony, Cover
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Covered Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Additional Parking, Circular Driveway, Covered, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gravel, Outside, Garage Faces Side
Location
- County: Kaufman
- Subdivision: J J RIALS, TRACT 15.01
- Driving Directions: Take 548 S from 276. Go straight to Poetry Rd. Poetry Rd turns into 249 further down. The property will be on the right.
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), Zoned
- Heating Type: Central, Fireplace(s), Propane
Utilities
- Sewer: Aerobic Septic, Septic Tank
- Cable Available: Yes
- Utility Description: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Propane, Septic Available, Separate Meters
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Craftsman, Detached
- Structure Type: House
- Detached/Attached: Attached
- Construction: Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
- Windows: Shutters, Window Coverings
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Living Area: 5,657 Sq. Ft.
- Current Bldg. Use: Residential, Single Family
- Year Built: 2011
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Bunkhouse, Second Garage, Outdoor Kitchen, Pergola, Second Residence, Storage, Tennis Court(s), Workshop, Barn(s), Stable(s)
Lot Features
- Property View: Water
- Lot Size (Acres): 12.697
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 553,081.32
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Frontage: County Road, Gravel, Asphalt
- Lot Features: Acreage, Corner Lot, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Pond on Lot, Many Trees, Sprinkler System, Wooded
- Potential Use: Horses, Residential
- Trees/Vegetation: Grassed
- Fencing (Description): Partial Cross, Pipe, Wrought Iron
Horse Property
- Horse Facility Desc.: Barn, Stable(s), Tack Room
Water Features
- Water View: Yes
Financial Considerations
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Documents Avail.: Aerial
- Legal Description: J J RIALS, TRACT 15.01; 4.66 ACRES LINK W 215686
- Exclusions: Wine cooler located upstairs and the black "Primo" grilled located in the outdoor kitchen.
- Property ID: 11521
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Schools
Schools serving 2880 County Road 249 Rd
School District:Terrell Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Dr Bruce Wood Elementary School 121 Poetry Road, Terrell, TX 75160 | K-5 | 5.7 mi |
Herman Furlough Jr Middle School 1351 Colquitt Road, Terrell, TX 75160 | 6-8 | 6.5 mi |
Terrell High School 400 Poetry Road, Terrell, TX 75160 | 9-12 | 5.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 2880 County Road 249 Rd
Tax History
Tax History for 2880 County Road 249 Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$17,356
6%
$1,126,911
4%
2023
$16,402
—
$1,083,629
6%
2023
$16,402
4%
$1,025,143
13%
2022
$15,788
—
$910,334
15%
2021
$15,818
4%
$794,341
7%
2020
$15,236
-11%
$743,510
5%
2018
$17,172
8%
$707,570
8%
2017
$15,915
-2%
$655,780
-8%
2019
$16,166
10%
$710,980
18%
2016
$14,634
7%
$603,710
—
2015
$13,661
18%
$604,830
7%
2013
$11,555
—
$566,030
—
2013
$11,555
—
$567,140
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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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2880 County Road 249 Road, Poetry, TX 75160 (MLS# 21243061) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 2880 County Road 249 Road is currently listed for $2,495,000 and was received on April 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 2880 County Road 249 Road? 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.