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Property Description
If you've been dreaming of a rural paradise that still feels comfortable and move-in ready, this is your country escape. Set behind a gated entry on 2.6 acres with a pond, this property offers the kind of quiet you can actually hear-and space to breathe. The pond is stocked with fish and even has its own fishing pier, making early mornings and sunset evenings something you'll genuinely look forward to. Whether it's casting a line, watching wildlife, or just enjoying the view, this is the peaceful lifestyle people search for but rarely find. Inside, the home offers 3 bedrooms plus a dedicated office, along with a media room, 2 living areas, and 2 dining areas, giving you flexibility for work, hobbies, and gathering with family and friends. The kitchen features a gas stove for those who love to cook, while engineered wood floors and new carpet throughout keep the home feeling fresh and inviting. Major updates are already done for you, including a new roof in 2025 and new HVAC in 2025, so you can settle in without the big-ticket stress. A storage shed adds practical space for tools, equipment, or outdoor gear. This property truly delivers that quiet escape feel while still being comfortable and functional for everyday living. If you're searching for acreage, a stocked pond, and a home that's ready for its next chapter, this one checks all the boxes.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 4927 Fm 878
General
- Price: $599,900
- Taxes: $6,592
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NTREIS
- MLS ID: 21175226
- Updated: 2/14/2026
- Added to Site: 8 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Cable TV
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Gas, Living Room
- Appliances: Some Gas Appliances, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Microwave, Plumbed For Gas
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Engineered Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Laundry in Utility Room
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Prewired, Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Dock, Rain Gutters
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Rear Porch, Front Porch, Covered
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Driveway
Location
- County: Ellis
- Subdivision: J Plunkett
- Driving Directions: Take US 287 to FM 878 and go north towards Palmer. The home is on the left side after construction light.
School Information
- Elem School District: Palmer ISD
- Midd School District: Palmer ISD
- High School District: Palmer ISD
- Elementary School: Palmer
- Middle School: Palmer
- High School: Palmer
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Heating Type: Central, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Aerobic Septic, Septic Tank
- Water: Rural
- Cable Available: Yes
- Utility Description: Electricity Available, Septic Available, Cable Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional, Detached
- Structure Type: House
- Detached/Attached: Attached
- Construction: Brick
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Living Area: 2,546 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2005
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 2.59
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 112,820.4
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Lot Features: Acreage, Back Yard, Lawn, Many Trees
- Fencing (Description): Fenced, Partial, Pipe
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Boat Dock/Slip
Financial Considerations
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale
- Tax Amount: $6,592
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, 1031 Exchange, FHA, Other, Texas Vet, USDA Loan, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Documents Avail.: Aerial
- Legal Description: 826 J PLUNKETT 2.59 ACRES
- Property ID: 189049
Listed by Fathom Realty LLC, Jackie McDonald
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Schools
Schools serving 4927 Fm 878
School District:Palmer Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Palmer Middle School 118 F M 813, Palmer, TX 75152 | 4-8 | 2.1 mi |
Palmer Elementary School 303 Dick St, Palmer, TX 75152 | PK-3 | 2.2 mi |
Palmer High School 422 West Jefferson Street, Palmer, TX 75152 | 9-12 | 2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 4927 Fm 878
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/13/2026
Listed
$599,900
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 4927 Fm 878
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$4,928
1%
$462,890
10%
2018
$4,857
—
$420,809
10%
2018
$4,857
—
$382,554
-18%
2018
$4,857
—
$464,363
47%
2018
$4,857
—
$316,160
-4%
2018
$4,857
-10%
$329,960
7%
2019
$5,414
3%
$308,704
10%
2018
$5,235
-1%
$280,640
3%
2016
$5,285
6%
$271,220
9%
2015
$4,983
31%
$248,260
7%
2013
$3,809
—
$231,140
6%
2013
$3,809
—
$218,450
—
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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4927 Fm 878, Waxahachie, TX 75165 (MLS# 21175226) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 4927 Fm 878 is currently listed for $599,900 and was received on February 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 4927 Fm 878? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Waxahachie? You can browse all Waxahachie real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

