
Land with Home for Sale in Yoakum, Texas
8142 FM 1447, Yoakum, TX 77995
Looking for country living with modern comfort? This less than 5-yo barndo offers the best of both worlds with 1,836 sq. ft. of living space plus a 816 sq. ft. of garage/shop area, per the DeWitt CAD. 2 bedroom plus bonus room. The home sits on 2 acres of homesteaded land with 13 acres of ag-exempt acreage to help keep taxes low. Built with care and well-insulated, the average electric bill runs under $200 per month. It is on the fringe of the flood plain, but current owners are not required to carry flood insurance, and their home insurance is just $1,728 per year. Inside, you'll love the open-concept layout with concrete countertops, bar seating at the island, and plenty of room for a dining table. A unique light fixture over the island even features a log sourced from the property. The custom kitchen island is open to provide ample storage for large appliances. The primary suite includes a spacious walk-in shower and dual sinks, while the hall bath offers a large soaking tub. There's storage over the entire home, plus charming details like Tiffany lights in the hall. Outdoors, enjoy the above-ground pool, covered front and back patios perfect for sunrises and sunsets, relaxing, and a chain of tanks at the rear of the property. A dam has been built up so the pond holds more water. It is stocked with perch and catfish. RV hookup includes 50-amp electric, septic, and water. Exterior walls feature a 10" metal structure with added wood framing for strength and insulation. The home has a long, built up winding drive through a wooded area, so it is secluded and private. No one can see you from the road, and you can't see any other homes. Ample wildlife due to the ponds. Materials to build a carport and/or pole barn are on site and will convey. Some furniture and equipment can be conveyed. With Viasat satellite internet, modern amenities, and peaceful acreage, this property is move-in ready and perfect for enjoying small-town living with room to spread out.
Location
- Street address
- 8142 FM 1447
- County
- DeWitt County
- School district
- Yoakum ISD
- Elevation
- 261 feet
Directions
From Handy Stop Nursery in Yoakum take Edgar St to Burt St, turn left on Burt, in 2.5 miles take a right on FM 3010, in 6.1 miles turn right on FM 1447, the home is on the right in 3.1 miles. From the Hwy 111/77 intersection take Hwy 111 East and turn left on FM 1447, in 10 miles the home is on the right. Be sure to stay on FM 1447 when FM 682 splits.
Property details
- Acreage
- 15.64 acres
- MLS #
- SMABOR 590544
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2025
- $3,966 - 421 J G SWISHER LHS 2021
Parcels
- 50916/17565
Legal description
421 J G SWISHER LHS 2021
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
Lot
- Vegetation
- Wooded
- Features
- Flag Lot, Flood Zone, Horse Property, Mature Trees, Outside City Limits, Ranch, Ten to Twenty Acres
Exterior
- Parking
- Garage
- Fencing
- Perimeter
- Pool
- Porch
- Features
- Dog Run, Fire Pit, Private Yard, Water Feature
Structure
- Stories
- 1
- Water
- Private, Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Heating
- Central, Electric
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Materials
- Metal Frame
- Roof
- Metal
Interior
- Room Count
- 3
- Rooms
- Bathroom x 2, Bedroom x 3
- Flooring
- Hardwood
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Range, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Some Electric Appliances, Water Heater
- Features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fans, Double Vanity, Kitchen Dining Combo, Kitchen Family Room Combo, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 3, 2025 | Price drop | $624,999 | $25,001 -3.8% | SMABOR |
| Sept 26, 2025 | Price drop | $650,000 | $25,000 -3.7% | SMABOR |
| Aug 22, 2025 | New listing | $675,000 | — | SMABOR |
































