About this home

Enjoy all the perks of lake living without the maintenance of owning waterfront property! Nestled on two wooded lots in the gated Oakwood community near beautiful Lake Athens, this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath log cabin offers 1,536 square feet of rustic character and comfortable living. Step inside to soaring vaulted ceilings, warm wood finishes, beautiful antler chandeliers, and an inviting living area complete with an electric fireplace. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, while upstairs you'll find two spacious bedrooms and a versatile loft area. Relax and unwind on the expansive screened-in back porch, perfect for entertaining or enjoying the peaceful surroundings and local wildlife. Outside, mature trees, a covered front porch, storage shed, and circular driveway add to the property's charm. The Oakwood HOA offers an incredible variety of amenities, including access to Lake Athens, a community swimming pool, pickleball courts, private boat launch, fishing pier, clubhouse, fitness center, and more! Whether you're looking for a full-time residence or a weekend getaway, this property offers the opportunity to enjoy the lake lifestyle, recreational amenities, and peaceful East Texas surroundings without the upkeep of a waterfront home!

Facts and features

Schools

• Athens High School

  high · 9-12 · 6.3 mi

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• Athens Middle School

  middle · 6-8 · 6.7 mi

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• Athens Christian Preparatory Academy

  elementary · K-12 · 4.6 mi

• South Athens Elementary School

  elementary · K-5 · 6.4 mi

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• Athens Intermediate School

  elementary · K-5 · 6.6 mi

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• Bel Air Elementary School

  elementary · K-5 · 7.3 mi

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Price history

• Oct 24, 2026 · Listed$268,000
• Sep 24, 2026 · Listing Removed—
• Sep 24, 2026 · Listing Removed$269,000
• Sep 24, 2026 · Listing Removed—
• Aug 7, 2026 · Price Changed$269,000
• Aug 7, 2026 · Price Changed$269,000
• Aug 7, 2026 · Price Changed$269,000
• May 30, 2026 · Price Changed$285,000

Tax history

• 2026$4,997 tax · $312,934 assessed
• 2025$4,677 tax · $312,934 assessed
• 2023$4,440 tax · $289,439 assessed
• 2022$2,687 tax · $156,410 assessed
• 2021$2,635 tax · $142,190 assessed
• 2020$2,502 tax · $129,260 assessed
• 2019$2,303 tax · $117,510 assessed
• 2018$2,244 tax · $109,770 assessed

Home value

$267,523

• Quantarium$267,523
• Collateral Analytics$333,000
• Cotality$261,600

Where it is