26.3 Acres of East Texas Paradise in the rolling hills of Colmesneil! This property offers a rare opportunity to create your dream homestead, family compound, or weekend retreat. The scenic acreage features a beautiful pond, towering oak trees, and a peaceful hilltop setting. The property includes a 3-bedroom, 2-bath main home with original hardwood floors, a spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath guest house, and an impressive metal workshop with a large canopy, ideal for equipment, RV storage, or hobbies. Adding to the property’s unique charm, the fireplace mantel is carved with the Scottish proverb, “East West Hame’s Best,” meaning “There’s no place like home.” While the homes need restoration and updating, the setting and existing improvements offer endless possibilities. Whether you envision a private country estate, or investment opportunity, this hidden gem is ready to be transformed into something truly special. Make this diamond in the rough yours today, so much potential awaits!
For sale
$489,900
704 E Elder St, Colmesneil, TX 75938
3beds
1,380sqft
Farm
Built in 1950
26.3 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$355/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Towering oak treesPeaceful hilltop settingOriginal hardwood floorsBeautiful pondRolling hills of colmesneil
- 104 days
- 154
- 6
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Gina Fowler TREC #0576258 409-382-5805,
Fowler Realty
Source: HAR,MLS#: 27799537
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Quarters/Guest House
Primary bathroom
- Features: Primary Bath: Tub/Shower Combo, Secondary Bath(s): Tub/Shower Combo
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher
Features
- All Bedrooms Down
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,380
- Total interior livable area: 1,380 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Boat, Workshop in Garage, Detached Carport
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake,Water
- Waterfront features: Pond
Lot
- Size: 26.3 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Waterfront, Wooded, 20 Up to 50 Acres
- Topography: Rolling
Details
- Additional parcels included: R14977,R15000
- Parcel number: R14877
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Farm
Materials
- Wood
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Colmesneil
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $355/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $143,076
- Annual tax amount: $1,763
- Date on market: 5/20/2026
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Dirt, Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,502/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $489,900$355/sqft |
Source:  HAR #27799537 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,599 +13.6% | $143,076 +10.6% |
| 2024 | $2,287 -0.8% | $129,395 -2.9% |
| 2023 | $2,306 +6.4% | $133,290 +18.2% |
| 2022 | $2,168 +10.9% | $112,791 +17.7% |
| 2021 | $1,954 | $95,862 -1.3% |
| 2020 | -- | $97,159 -1.1% |
| 2019 | -- | $98,252 -6.3% |
| 2018 | -- | $104,900 -2.5% |
| 2017 | -- | $107,568 -1.7% |
| 2016 | -- | $109,476 +24.8% |
| 2015 | -- | $87,707 |
| 2014 | -- | $87,707 |
| 2012 | -- | $87,707 +49.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $58,779 |
| 2010 | -- | $58,779 -21.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $74,472 |
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Neighborhood: 75938
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Colmesneil Elementary School
- Middle: Colmesneil Middle School
- High: Colmesneil High School
Source: HAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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