
Improved Land for Sale in Athens, Texas
15250 FM 858, Athens, TX 75103
Located in sought-after Martin's Mill Independent School District, this exceptional 25+ acre unrestricted property offers the ultimate blend of peaceful country living and endless versatility. Whether you're dreaming of a private retreat, working ranch, homestead, or business opportunity, the possibilities here are truly limitless. Surrounded by abundant water, stocked ponds, open pastures, and mature woods, the setting delivers a true getaway feeling while still providing the functionality to fit your lifestyle.
The country crafted main home features over 3,000 square feet with rich wood finishes throughout. The downstairs layout includes a spacious primary suite with private bath, secondary bedroom or office, full guest bath, entertainment room, laundry room, and a walk-in fire-rated safe. Upstairs offers three additional bedrooms, a full bath, and an open sitting area perfect for relaxing or gathering.
A picture perfect guest house overlooking the pond provides even more flexibility with two bedrooms, full bath, kitchen, combined living and dining area, plus washer and dryer connections — ideal for extended family, guests or rental income.
The property is fully equipped for country living and recreation with a water well and filtration system, fenced pastures and pens, a 36x60 horse barn, 40x40 equipment barn, and 30x40 workshop. With an agricultural exemption already in place, this rare East Texas property is ready for whatever vision you have in mind.
Location
- Street address
- 15250 FM 858
- County
- Van Zandt County
- Elevation
- 470 feet
Directions
From Highway 19 between Athens and Canton, travel EAST on FM 858 for 1.4mi to property on left. 10 minutes from Canton. 15 minutes from Athens and 9 miles from Ben Wheeler. From Martins Mill, travel WEST on FM 858 for 2.7mi to house on right. Follow GPS
Property details
- Acreage
- 26 acres
- MLS #
- NTREIS 21278017
- Posted
Parcels
- R000019009
Legal description
ACRES: 23.83, 1.5, 0.7 ABST: 626 SUR: J P NEWTON
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Farm
Lot
- Waterfront
- Lake Front, Waterfront
Exterior
- Parking
- Carport, Covered
- Fencing
- Fenced
- Features
- Fence
Structure
- Style
- Ranch
- Stories
- 2
- Heating
- Central, Electric, Fireplace(s), Wood, Wood Stove
- Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- Materials
- Stone
- Roof
- Metal
Interior
- Rooms
- Bathroom x 3, Bedroom x 5
- Fireplaces
- Yes
- Appliances
- Cooktop, Cooktop-Electric, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposer, Microwave, Washer
- Features
- Built-In Features, Cedar Closet(s), Double Vanity, High Speed Internet Available, In-Law Suite Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Paneling, Pantry, Second Primary Bedroom, Wainscoting, Walk-In Closet(s)
Nearby schools
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Martinsmil | Elementary |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2026 | New listing | $975,000 | — | NTREIS |



































