
Land with Home for Sale in Athens, Texas
14856 FM 59, Athens, TX 75751
Escape to your own East Texas retreat on 17.72 beautiful acres, where privacy, recreation, and country living come together. Behind a gated entrance, this thoughtfully designed 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a split-bedroom floor plan, spacious living areas, and timeless finishes throughout. The heart of the home is a chef's kitchen featuring premium Wolf appliances, granite countertops, abundant cabinetry, and a breakfast nook overlooking the stocked 2-3 acre pond and towering mature trees. The inviting living room centers around a stunning floor-to-ceiling stone propane fireplace, while built-in cabinetry throughout adds both character and functionality. The private primary suite offers a true retreat with dual vanities, a jetted soaking tub, separate shower, and two walk-in closets. Two additional bedrooms provide comfortable accommodations for family or guests. Outside, the possibilities are endless. The property is fenced and cross-fenced, making it ideal for horses, cattle, or recreational use. Cast a line into the stocked bass and bluegill pond, watch abundant wildlife from your porch, or simply enjoy the peace and quiet that only acreage can provide. Additional improvements include a workshop with overhang, horse pen, dog run, storage building, RV hookup with 30-amp service, generator with transfer switch and 50-amp hookup, fiber internet availability, and a side-entry 2-car garage. Major updates include a 2022 Class 4 impact-resistant roof, new evaporator coils, and a 2026 outdoor AC unit, offering added value and peace of mind. Whether you're looking for a horse property, weekend escape, or forever home with room to roam, this one delivers the best of East Texas living.
Location
- Street address
- 14856 FM 59
- County
- Henderson County
- Zip code
- 75751
- Community
- W F Mitcham
- School district
- Cross Roads ISD
- Elevation
- 340 feet
Directions
From Athens, take Hwy 59 for approx. 11 miles. Turn left in Cross Roads to stay on Hwy 59. Property will be on the right
Property details
- Acreage
- 17.722 acres
- MLS #
- NTREIS 21091958
- Posted
Property taxes
- Recent
- $8,887
Parcels
- 05150150000020
Legal description
TR 15 AB 515 W F MITCHAM SUR, TR 15----(I/O)
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
Lot
- Features
- Acreage, Back Yard, Lawn, Many Trees, Pasture, Pond On Lot
Exterior
- Parking
- Boat, Covered, Driveway, Garage, Open, RV
- Fencing
- Fenced
- Structures
- Barn(s), Storage
- Features
- Dog Run, RV Hookup, Rain Gutters
Structure
- Stories
- 1
- Sewer
- Aerobic Septic
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- Materials
- Brick, Stone Veneer
- Roof
- Composition
Interior
- Rooms
- Bathroom x 2, Bedroom x 3, Dining Room, Laundry Room x 2
- Flooring
- Carpet, Engineered, Tile, Wood
- Fireplaces
- Yes
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Tankless Water Heater
- Features
- Decorative Designer Lighting Fixtures, Eat In Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Walk In Closets
Nearby schools
| Name | Type | District |
|---|---|---|
| Crossroads | Elementary | Cross Roads ISD |
| Crossroads | Middle | Cross Roads ISD |
| Crossroads | High | Cross Roads ISD |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 8, 2026 | Price drop | $649,900 | $8,100 -1.2% | NTREIS |
| Apr 18, 2026 | Price drop | $658,000 | $7,000 -1.1% | NTREIS |
| Oct 25, 2025 | New listing | $665,000 | — | NTREIS |



























