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#20745356, Trish Mcguffey, Listing office: Steve Grant Real Estate, LLC
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About 5971 Fm 2494
Are you looking for country living while living in the city limits of Athens, TX? If so this might be the property for you. This 9.38 acre property has a two story 1632 sq. foot 3 bedroom, 2 bath LOG HOME, a 966 sq. foot 2 bedroom, 2 bath cedar cabin with beautiful wood interior, and a mobile home in need on some TLC. This would be a great place for a large multi generation family, investor looking for rental properties, one home to live in while renting out other home, or just a fantastic place to live and enjoy all the space this property has to offer. This is a must see property to truly see all it has to offer. The log home has community water and a well for yard and animals. The cabin has a well for water and plenty of space for all your animals. Both homes have wood accents every where you look. Log home has a huge rock wall fireplace for those cold winter nights. Log home has central air and window units upstairs. The cabin has window units. Beautiful vaulted ceilings exist in both homes and have open concept living for your family enjoyment. Property is fenced and is just waiting for you to add your animals and enjoy what this place has to offer. There is a small efficiency log building that could be used as a living quarters or as storage. A two car carport gives you space to park and protect your vehicles with easy covered access to the main house. Great views from the covered porches on both homes. Call your realtor today and set up an appointment to see this property. Start living the Country Life today.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Fireplace(s)
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Window Unit(s)
Size2,788 sqft
Lot size9.38 Acres
Year built1984
ParkingAttached Carport, No Garage, On Site
MLS #20986548
FireplaceStone, Wood Burning
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Appliances: Electric Range, Refrigerator
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Wood
- Interior: Built-in Features, Decorative/Designer Lighting Fixtures, Eat-in Kitchen, Loft, Open Floorplan, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Natural Woodwork
- Fireplace: Stone, Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Parking: Attached Carport, No Garage, On Site
- Exterior: Other, Private Yard
- Architectural Style: Early American, Farmhouse, Modern, Detached, Log Home
- Heating: Central, Fireplace(s)
- Cooling: Central Air, Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $788,000
- Price/SqFt: $282
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,066
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Take Loop 7 from Hwy 31, 175, or 19 and go west toward HWY 31 that goes toward Corsicana. Pass that exit and look for the exit for FM 2494. Take exit and go left on FM 2494 to inside Loop 7. Homes will be on the right a short distance off the loop. Watch for signs
- Year Built: 1984
- Living Area: 2,788 SqFt
- Lot Size: 9.38 Acres
- MLS Number: 20986548
- MLS Name: NTR
- Office Name: Tankersley Real Estate
- Office Phone: (903) 963-5565
- Listing Agent: Dale Beard
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $217,868 | $1,066 |
| 2022 | $270,020 | $1,401 |
| 2021 | $187,130 | $1,408 |
| 2020 | $170,040 | $1,409 |
| 2019 | $127,790 | $1,409 |
| 2018 | $113,320 | $2,317 |
| 2017 | $111,220 | $2,280 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Bel Air Elementary School
Public District PK-5
2.0 mi
•215 Willowbrook Dr
4
South Athens Elementary School
Public District PK-5
3.0 mi
•718 Robbins Rd
3
Central Athens Elementary School
Public District PK-5
3.0 mi
•307 Madole 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 $53,651. Typical income of Athens, TX residents is between $35k-100k annually. 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?
31%
<35k
49%
35k-100k
17%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
30%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
37%
Married, No Kids
25%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
NASCAR
Monster Trucks
Where do the neighbors shop?
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Bass Pro Shops
Wal-Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Jimmy Johns
Hardee's
Applebees
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
GMC
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
New Country
Classic Country- Country
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Frequently asked questions
About 5971 Fm 2494
The listing price of 5971 Fm 2494 property is $788,000.
The property 5971 Fm 2494 is a house located in Athens, Texas, 75751.
Active Listing: 5971 Fm 2494 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 5971 Fm 2494 are: Bel Air Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), South Athens Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Central Athens Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Athens Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Malakoff Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Cross Roads Jr High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Athens High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Malakoff High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Cross Roads High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,066 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 5971 Fm 2494 has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
The property 5971 Fm 2494 is 2,788 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 5971 Fm 2494 is 1984.
This home is located at 5971 Fm 2494 in Athens, TX and zip code 75751. This 2,788 square foot home, which was built in 1984, sits on a 9.38 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $788,000.
In June 2025 more than 1 listings in Athens, TX were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 1 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 2 were sold below. The number of listings in Athens, TX increased by 6% between May and June 2025. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $210,500, while the average time on the real estate market was 54 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.