About this home

12.54 Acres of Beautiful East Texas Countryside - Murchison, TX! Discover peaceful country living on 12.54 acres just approximately 12 minutes from Athens! This well-maintained property offers a beautiful combination of open land, scattered mature trees, a pond, and quality fencing, creating an ideal setting for those seeking space, privacy, and the freedom of rural living. Built in 2000, this two-story home offers 1,944 square feet of living space with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. The interior underwent cosmetic updates approximately a year and a half ago, providing a refreshed living space with plenty of room to make it your own. The primary bedroom is conveniently located downstairs, while the additional bedrooms are upstairs. Covered front and back porches provide inviting spaces to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Outside is where this property truly shines! The beautifully maintained acreage features open grassy areas, scattered mature trees, and a pond, offering endless possibilities for livestock, horses, recreation, or simply enjoying the East Texas countryside. The property is fully fenced with a combination of pipe and barbed-wire fencing, while a separate chain-link fenced backyard provides an enclosed space directly behind the home. Additional improvements include a breezeway carport, a metal equipment building ideal for storing tractors, implements, and other equipment, along with an additional metal storage shed. The property is serviced by co-op water and a septic system. From the well-kept grounds and beautiful trees to the functional outbuildings and expansive acreage, this property offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy country living while remaining conveniently close to Athens and surrounding East Texas communities. Whether you're looking for a place to bring your animals, enjoy the outdoors, or create your own country retreat, this property has plenty to offer!

Facts and features

Schools

• Brownsboro Elementary School

  elementary · K-3 · 5.9 mi

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• Brownsboro High School

  high · 9-12 · 7.5 mi

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• Brownsboro Junior High School

  middle · 7-8 · 7.7 mi

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• Brownsboro Intermediate School

  elementary · 4-6 · 7.3 mi

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• Chandler Intermediate School

  elementary · 4-6 · 15.2 mi

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Price history

• Oct 14, 2026 · Listed$485,000
• Oct 8, 2026 · Listing Removed—
• Jun 22, 2026 · Price Changed$540,000
• May 13, 2026 · Price Changed$600,000
• Apr 14, 2026 · Listed$650,000

Tax history

• 2026$5,906 tax · $369,226 assessed
• 2025$5,965 tax · $389,104 assessed
• 2023$16 tax · $1,066 assessed
• 2022$18 tax · $1,070 assessed
• 2021$19 tax · $1,070 assessed
• 2020$20 tax · $1,070 assessed
• 2019$21 tax · $1,070 assessed
• 2018$22 tax · $1,070 assessed

Home value

$535,000

• Collateral Analytics$535,000
• Quantarium$480,814

Where it is