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$1,000,000

8816 S Water Tower Rd Fort Worth, TX 76179

5 beds
3 full, 1 partial
3,991 sqft
2.5 acres
$251 / sqft
House

Property details

About 8816 S Water Tower Rd

Welcome to a versatile estate in unincorporated Tarrant County. Completely exempt from city regulations, this property lets you build, expand, and operate with total freedom. Spread across generous acreage, it includes three multi-use structures offering maximum flexibility for personal or commercial ventures. The spacious main house greets you with an open floor plan, abundant natural light, spacious chef's kitchen, and soaring ceilings. Multiple ensuite bedrooms provide private retreats, and the versatile upstairs game room or media room features an extra bedroom and half bath—perfect for hosting guests or creating an at-home entertainment experience. West of the main house, a metal building on a poured concrete slab, with full electrical, plumbing, new HVAC system, a mezzanine loft for storage or office use, and a reinforced driveway engineered to support heavy loads. Additionally, a second metal building East of main house also offers electrical service, a vast hay loft storing several bales, an equine stable with stalls a tack area, and a dedicated workshop space ready for tools and crafts. Elegant wrought-iron cross fencing enclose the property, and solar-powered gates at both front and rear entrances ensure security, privacy, and effortless entry. Outdoor living is equally impressive, with a recently resurfaced play pool nestled just behind the main house’s well-appointed outdoor living space, complete with ceiling fans and recently installed lighting. Step around the corner to a stocked pond lined with natural stone banks, where bass and bluegill swim in fresh waters. From weekend pool parties to serene fishing mornings, this property delivers unmatched lifestyle amenities. Whether you envision running a business, raising livestock, or expanding with additional buildings, this Saginaw property has room to roam and no restrictions standing in your way. Take advantage of the rare opportunity to own a self-sufficient compound where work and play converge.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric, Heat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Heat Pump
Size3,991 sqft
Lot size2.532 Acres
Year built1999
ParkingAdditional Parking, Driveway, Garage, Golf Cart Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gated, Oversized, RV Garage, RV Carport, RV Gated, Garage Faces Side, Storage, Boat, RV Access/Parking
MLS #20995102
Attached garage2 spaces
WaterfrontLake Front
FireplaceWood Burning

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Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Disposal
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Interior: Built-in Features, Chandelier, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Central Vacuum, Decorative/Designer Lighting Fixtures, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Paneling/Wainscoting, Cable TV, Wired for Data
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Additional Parking, Driveway, Garage, Golf Cart Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gated, Oversized, RV Garage, RV Carport, RV Gated, Garage Faces Side, Storage, Boat, RV Access/Parking
  • Waterfront: Lake Front
  • Exterior: Lighting, Rain Gutters, Storage
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Detached, Farmhouse
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Heat Pump
  • List Price: $1,000,000
  • Price/SqFt: $250
  • Annual Tax Amount: $10,475
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: From Bus 287: Turn west on Heritage Trace, left on Old Decatur Rd, Right on N Fork, Left on S Water Tower. Property on Left. Sign in Yard.
  • Year Built: 1999
  • Living Area: 3,991 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 2.532 Acres
  • MLS Number: 20995102
  • MLS Name: NTR
  • Office Name: Keller Williams Realty
  • Office Phone: (972) 732-6000
  • Listing Agent: Thomas Eaves, Taytum Guzman

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$785,508$10,475
2023$798,311$10,475
2022$629,200$10,475
2021$508,021$10,790
2020$515,239$11,164
2019$525,929$10,760
2017$441,239$9,843

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Lake Pointe Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.3 mi

5501 Park Dr

5

Bryson Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.0 mi

8601 Old Decatur Rd

5

Elkins Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.5 mi

7250 Elkins School Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $89,721. Typical income of Fort Worth, TX residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is married, with kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

11%
<35k
46%
35k-100k
34%
100k-200k
9%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

18%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
40%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

19%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
5%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • College FootballCollege Football
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BJs Wholesale ClubBJs Wholesale Club
  • Best BuyBest Buy
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PaneraPanera
  • Texas RoadhouseTexas Roadhouse
  • SonicSonic

What do the neighbors drive?

  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • RamRam
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • Contemporary ChristianContemporary Christian
  • New CountryNew Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 8816 S Water Tower Rd

The listing price of 8816 S Water Tower Rd property is $1,000,000.

The property 8816 S Water Tower Rd is a house located in Fort Worth, Texas, 76179.

Active Listing: 8816 S Water Tower Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 8816 S Water Tower Rd are: Lake Pointe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Bryson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Elkins Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Wayside Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Iltexas Saginaw Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Creekview Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), W. E. Boswell High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Elmer C Watson High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Iltexas Keller Saginaw High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $10,475 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 8816 S Water Tower Rd has 5 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 8816 S Water Tower Rd is 3,991 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 8816 S Water Tower Rd is 1999.

This home is located at 8816 S Water Tower Rd in Fort Worth, TX and zip code 76179 in the North Fork Estates neighborhood. This 3,991 square foot home, which was built in 1999, sits on a 2.53 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,000,000.

In June 2025 more than 0 listings in Fort Worth, TX were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 1 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 1 were sold below. Between May and June 2025, Fort Worth, TX real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 6.1%. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 76 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $331,999.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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