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17948 FM 986

Poetry, TX 75160

$775,000

3 bd · 2 ba · 2,050 sq ft · 25.65 ac

Bedrooms3
Bathrooms2
Living area2,050 sq ft
Lot size25.651 acres
Year built1998
Stories1
GarageNone listed
TypeResidential

What it costs to own

Taxes$18,089 per year
MUDNone listed
HOANone listed
Price per sq ft$378 per sq ft
Exemptions notedAgricultural

Taxes shown reflect the current owner's exemptions and may change after purchase.

About this home

HORSE & LIVESTOCK-READY, AG-EXEMPT RANCH WITH NEWLY PAINTED & REFRESHED HILL COUNTRY STYLE HOME IN HEART OF POETRY, TEXAS! Discover the perfect blend of country living & everyday convenience on this beautifuL 25.651-acre ranch in highly sought-after Poetry. Conveniently located less than one hour from Dallas, this ranch has easy access to Rockwall, Royse City, Terrell, Greenville, Quinlan & major highways connecting to the DFW Metroplex. Enjoy the rural lifestyle buyers crave without sacrificing city amenities. A gated entrance welcomes you to a picturesque setting featuring a charming 3-2 Texas Hill Country style home, two ponds, sandy loam soils, mature trees, barn with storage & workshop area, & fenced & cross-fenced pastures ready for horses, cattle, or recreational use. Five-stall horse barn, storage & workshop area, run-in sheds, & large stallion-safe paddock which could be used as an arena. The refreshed & move-in ready custom home offers 2,050 SF of comfortable living space filled with rustic charm & featuring easy-care stained concrete floors, granite counters, SS appliances, gas range, stone fireplace, & expansive views. Large primary suite has ensuite bath with separate tub & shower & two closets. Secondary bedrooms share full bath with new walk-in shower. Outdoor living is equally impressive with large covered front & back porches designed for enjoying peaceful sunrises, evening gatherings & panoramic views. Two car attached carport, flagstone patio extension with stone garden, native landscaping, dog run & chicken coop. Whether you're searching for a horse property, hobby farm, cattle operation, weekend retreat, or full-time country residence, this turnkey ranch offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the beauty & lifestyle of Poetry while remaining close to shopping, dining & employment centers throughout NE Texas. Extra 1.85 acres included for your enjoyment on Dallas waterline ROW, totaling nearly 27.5 usable acres. Furnishings shown are virtually staged.

The details

HeatingCentral, Fireplace(s), Propane
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
FlooringCarpet, Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Painted/Stained
AppliancesDishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Plumbed For Gas in Kitchen, Refrigerator
Interior featuresChandelier, Decorative Lighting, Eat-in Kitchen, High Speed Internet Available, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
Fireplace1 · Blower Fan, Living Room, Raised Hearth, Stone, Wood Burning

Construction materialsBrick, Concrete
RoofComposition
FoundationSlab

Lot featuresAcreage, Agricultural, Cleared, Few Trees, Landscaped, Level, Lrg. Backyard Grass, Many Trees, Pasture, Tank/ Pond
FencingCross Fenced, Gate, Pipe, Wire
Water sourceCo-op Water, Individual Water Meter, Rural Water District
SewerAerobic Septic, Private Sewer, Septic
ElectricElectricity Connected
UtilitiesCable Available, Overhead Utilities, Propane

SubdivisionWm Smith

ElementaryWood
Middle schoolFurlough
High schoolTerrell
DistrictTerrell ISD

MLS #21393573
Source
On the market30 days
CountyKaufman

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Everyday life

Nearest groceryLa Azteca Meta Market · 5.3 mi
Nearest parkArlie White Memorial Playground · 3.8 mi

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Robert LewisStephen LewisRobert & StephenInk Realty Group

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Listing data provided by the North Texas Real Estate Information Systems (NTREIS). MLS #21393573. Information last updated November 4, 2026.

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