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#20885089, Frank Roberts, Listing Office: RE/MAX Landmark
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About 5205 Fm 279
Incredible recreational property just in time for hunting season. A 960 SF 2 bedroom home has been totally redone with new floors, HVAC, cabinets, appliances, new water well, and Aerobic system. Feeders, blinds and game cameras already installed. Property features three nice ponds with plenty of fish. Two of the ponds are being significantly enlarged, ready for fall rains. 204 acres of the Property has heavy timber throughout most all of the site, ideal for wildlife with excellent habitat for deer and hogs. Trails have been cut throughout the property for easy access to blinds, feeders, and game cameras. Sandy soil makes it easy to move around on the property even in wet weather. There is no flood plain on this property, according to FEMA overlay.
Highlights
Home typeOther
StatusActive
Lot size227 Acres
MLS #24014437
Summary
- List Price: $2,156,500
- Directions: From Dallas from I 635 take I-20 East toward past Canton, Exit E to FM 17 in Van Zandt County. Take exit 528 from I-20 E approx 46 min (51.1 mi) Take State Hwy 64 E to FM 279 E in Ben Wheeler 18 min (16.7 mi) to 5205 FM 279, property on Left SOP
- Lot Size: 227 Acres
- MLS Number: 24014437
- MLS Name: TylerTX
- Office Name: RE/MAX Landmark
- Office Phone: (843) 269-5803
- Listing Agent: Frank Roberts
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Nearby schools
7
Brownsboro Elementary School
Public District PK-3
7.7 mi
•12331 State Highway 31 E
4
Martins Mill Elementary School
Public District PK-6
7.8 mi
•301 FM 1861
3
Van Intermediate School
Public District 2-3
8.1 mi
•349 E Texas St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $41,232. Residents of Ben Wheeler, TX typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Most families are married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
42%
<35k
46%
35k-100k
10%
100k-200k
2%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
34%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
35%
Married, No Kids
23%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
15%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NASCAR
Hunting
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bass Pro Shops
Wal-Mart
Dollar General
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Hardee's
Applebees
Jimmy Johns
What do the neighbors drive?
GMC
Ram
Cadillac
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classic Country
New Country
Oldies
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Frequently asked questions
About 5205 Fm 279
The listing price of 5205 Fm 279 property is $2,156,500.
The property 5205 Fm 279 is land located in Ben Wheeler, Texas, 75754.
Active Listing: 5205 Fm 279 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 5205 Fm 279 are: Brownsboro Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Martins Mill Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Van Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Van Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Brownsboro Jr High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Brownsboro Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Martins Mill High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Brownsboro High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Van High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
The property 5205 Fm 279 is 227 acres.
This home is located at 5205 Fm 279 in Ben Wheeler, TX and zip code 75754. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 11, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,156,500.
In April 2025, from all listings sold in Ben Wheeler, TX there were more than 0 sold above asking price, over 1 sold below and more than 0 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Ben Wheeler, TX increased by 3.8% between March and April 2025. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 27 days, the median list price was $387,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.