HORSE & LIVESTOCK-READY, AG-EXEMPT RANCH IN HEART OF POETRY, TEXAS! Discover the perfect blend of country living, equestrian amenities, & everyday convenience on this beautifuL 25.651-acre ranch in highly sought-after Poetry, Texas. Conveniently located with easy access to Rockwall, Royse City, Terrell, Greenville, Quinlan and major highways connecting the DFW Metroplex, this property offers the rural lifestyle buyers crave without sacrificing accessibility. A gated entrance welcomes you to a picturesque setting featuring a charming Texas Hill Country style home, two ponds, sandy loam soils, mature trees, & fenced & cross-fenced pastures ready for horses, cattle, or recreational use. The property is thoughtfully designed with a five-stall horse barn, storage area, run-in sheds, & a large stallion-safe paddock which could be used as an arena. The custom 3-2 Texas Hill Country-style home offers 2,050 SF of comfortable living space filled with rustic charm & character. The open-concept floor plan features easy-care stained concrete floors, handcrafted wood cabinetry, 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 water line ROW, total 27.5 usable acres. Live the dream in Poetry, TX!
For sale
$795,000
17948 Fm 986, Terrell, TX 75160
3beds
2,050sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1998
25.65 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$388/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Stone fireplaceFive-stall horse barnRustic charm and characterOpen-concept floor planChicken coopPanoramic viewsRun-in sheds
- 17 days |
- 1,331 |
- 141 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mica Pryor 0662424 940-202-0028,
Sarah Boyd & Co 940-202-0028
Source: NTREIS,MLS#: 21298149
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Jetted Tub, Separate Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17 x 16
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Split Bedrooms
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Split Bedrooms
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Built-in Features, En Suite Bathroom, Granite Counters, Jetted Tub, Separate Shower
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Breakfast room nook
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14 x 9
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17 x 11
Other
- Features: Built-in Features, Stone Counters, Separate Shower
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12 x 5
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Granite Counters, Pantry
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 28 x 15
Utility room
- Features: Built-in Features, Utility Room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11 x 7
Heating
- Central, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Some Gas Appliances, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Plumbed For Gas, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry in Utility Room
Features
- Chandelier, Decorative/Designer Lighting Fixtures, Eat-in Kitchen, High Speed Internet, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Ceramic Tile, Painted/Stained
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Blower Fan, Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,050 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Asphalt, Covered, Driveway, Gravel, Kitchen Level, Private, Side By Side
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Awning(s), Covered
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill, Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Cross Fenced,Gate,Pipe,Wire
Lot
- Size: 25.65 Acres
- Features: Acreage, Agricultural, Back Yard, Cleared, Lawn, Landscaped, Native Plants, Pasture, Pond on Lot, Few Trees, Level
- Topography: Level
- Residential vegetation: Cleared, Grassed, Partially Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Corral(s), Kennel/Dog Run, Outbuilding, Poultry Coop, Shed(s), Storage, Workshop, Barn(s), Stable(s)
- Parcel number: 12361
- Other equipment: Other
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Barn, Loafing Shed, Stable(s), Tack Room, Wash Rack
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Modern,Other,Prairie,Ranch,Southwestern,Traditional,Detached,Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Concrete
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Aerobic Septic, Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Water: Community/Coop, Rural
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Propane, Overhead Utilities, Sewer Available, Septic Available, Separate Meters, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security Gate, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Wm Smith
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Terrell
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $388/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $605,479
- Annual tax amount: $7,437
- Date on market: 6/20/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 18 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Exclusions: No exclusions - mounted TV in living room stays, refrigerator in kitchen stays, any remaining portable sheds and feeders stay
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $795,000+103.8%$388/sqft |
Source: NTREIS #21298149 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2015 | Sold | -- |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2015 | Pending sale | $390,000$190/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams - Rockwall #13103425 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2015 | Listed for sale | $390,000$190/sqft |
Source: Big Rock Partners dba Keller Williams Rockwall #13103425 Report a problem | ||
| 11/26/2014 | Listing removed | $390,000$190/sqft |
Source: Ebby Halliday Realtors #12165530 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2014 | Listed for sale | $390,000$190/sqft |
Source: Ebby Halliday Realtors #12165530 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,382 -17.2% | $605,479 +0.9% |
| 2024 | $5,294 +8.8% | $600,000 +14.8% |
| 2023 | $4,866 -14.4% | $522,590 +16.4% |
| 2022 | $5,683 +1.2% | $449,039 -15.7% |
| 2021 | $5,618 +3.3% | $532,728 +16.9% |
| 2020 | $5,438 | $455,870 +3% |
| 2019 | -- | $442,710 +14.4% |
| 2018 | $5,260 | $386,870 +3.2% |
| 2017 | $5,260 +10.8% | $374,730 +9.3% |
| 2016 | $4,747 +52.7% | $342,980 +12.3% |
| 2015 | $3,109 | $305,300 +17.9% |
| 2014 | $3,109 | $259,020 -0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $260,440 |
| 2012 | -- | $260,440 -0.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $261,860 -0.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $263,280 -0.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $264,700 -0.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $266,120 +96% |
| 2003 | -- | $135,760 -0.7% |
| 2001 | -- | $136,780 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 75160
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Dr Bruce Wood Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 4.3 mi
- 3/10Herman Furlough Jr Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.2 mi
- 3/10Terrell High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Wood
- Middle: Furlough
- High: Terrell
- District: Terrell ISD
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- Texas
- Kaufman County
- Terrell
- 75160
- 17948 Fm 986
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