
Land with Home for Sale in Waxahachie, Texas
4927 FM 878, Waxahachie, TX 75165
$80,000 PRICE REDUCTION - NOW PRICED BELOW APPRAISAL! Rarely does a private waterfront property with acreage, major system updates, and exceptional value become available at this price point. Nestled behind a gated entrance on 2.6 scenic acres, this move-in ready country retreat offers the perfect combination of privacy, space, and modern comfort. A stocked pond with a private fishing pier creates a true backyard oasis, delivering peaceful water views, wildlife, and the serene lifestyle buyers dream of when searching for acreage properties. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee by the water, fishing from your own dock, or relaxing as you watch spectacular sunsets, this property offers the ultimate private escape just minutes from everyday conveniences. Inside, the flexible floor plan features 3 spacious bedrooms plus a dedicated home office, flex room, or hobby space. Multiple living and dining areas, including a media room, provide endless possibilities for entertaining, multigenerational living, remote work, or simply spreading out and enjoying the home's generous layout. The well-appointed kitchen features a gas range and ample workspace for cooking and gathering. Engineered wood flooring, new carpet, and abundant natural light create a warm, inviting atmosphere throughout. The major updates have already been completed, including a NEW ROOF (2025) and NEW HVAC SYSTEM (2025), offering peace of mind and reducing future maintenance expenses. A storage building provides additional space for tools, equipment, outdoor gear, or workshop needs. Properties offering gated entry, acreage, a stocked pond, a private fishing dock, a media room, a home office, updated mechanical systems, and below-appraisal pricing are increasingly difficult to find. If you're searching for a waterfront property, country estate, recreational property, or private retreat with room to breathe, this exceptional home delivers unmatched value and lifestyle.
Location
- Street address
- 4927 FM 878
- County
- Ellis County
- Zip code
- 75165
- Community
- J Plunkett
- School district
- Palmer ISD
- Elevation
- 519 feet
Directions
Take US 287 to FM 878 and go north towards Palmer. The home is on the left side after construction light.
Property details
- Acreage
- 2.59 acres
- MLS #
- NTREIS 21175226
- Posted
Property taxes
- Recent
- $6,592
Parcels
- 189049
Legal description
826 J PLUNKETT 2.59 ACRES
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
Lot
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Features
- Acreage, Back Yard, Lawn, Many Trees
Exterior
- Parking
- Driveway
- Fencing
- Fenced
- Pool
- Porch
- Structures
- Shed(s)
- Features
- Dock, Rain Gutters
Structure
- Stories
- 2
- Sewer
- Aerobic Septic, Septic Tank
- Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- Materials
- Brick
- Roof
- Shingle
Interior
- Rooms
- Bathroom x 3, Bedroom x 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Utility Room
- Flooring
- Carpet, Engineered, Tile
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Microwave, Plumbed For Gas, Some Gas Appliances
- Features
- Cable Tv
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Gas | Natural Gas | Connected |
Nearby schools
| Name | Type | District |
|---|---|---|
| Palmer | Elementary | Palmer ISD |
| Palmer | Middle | Palmer ISD |
| Palmer | High | Palmer ISD |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 9, 2026 | Price drop | $519,900 | $30,100 -5.5% | NTREIS |
| May 20, 2026 | New listing | $550,000 | — | NTREIS |
| Mar 19, 2026 | Listing removed | $599,900 | — | Listing agent |
| Feb 14, 2026 | New listing | $599,900 | — | NTREIS |






































