Step into a rare piece of East Texas history. Originally built in 1940 and recognized as a historic landmark in Old Town Mabank, this iconic home is rich with stories and timeless charm. The home was later carefully moved to Canton with plans for restoration that were never completed, offering a unique opportunity for a new owner to bring this historic treasure back to life. While the house does need repairs and updating, it is priced well below recent appraisal—making this an exceptional value for investors, renovators, or anyone with a vision. Set on a sprawling 26+ acres, the possibilities here are truly endless. The property includes a large, versatile shop ideal for business use, hobbies, or storage, along with separate guest quarters perfect for visitors, rental income, or multi-generational living. Whether you’re dreaming of a private estate, event venue, retreat, or restoration project, this one-of-a-kind property offers space, history, and potential you simply can’t replicate.
For sale
Price cut: $75.1K (5/6)
$899,900
8640 State Highway 198, Canton, TX 75103
3beds
2,100sqft
Farm, Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
26.7 Acres Lot
$828,700 Zestimate®
$429/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 167 days |
- 213 |
- 6 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kenneth Middleton 0638360 903-340-8590,
Ebby Halliday Realtors 903-340-8590
Source: NTREIS,MLS#: 21159578
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Chandelier, Decorative/Designer Lighting Fixtures, High Speed Internet, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Cable TV, Natural Woodwork
- Flooring: Other, Tile, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,100 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Covered
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Wrap Around
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 26.7 Acres
- Features: Acreage
Details
- Parcel number: R000005121
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Farm, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone Veneer, Wood Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Aerobic Septic
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Propane, Septic Available, Water Available, Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: NA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Canton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $429/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $827,685
- Annual tax amount: $4,089
- Date on market: 1/21/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 168 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$828,700
$787,000 - $870,000
$2,046/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/6/2026 | Price change | $899,900-7.7%$429/sqft |
Source: NTREIS #21159578 Report a problem | ||
| 1/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $975,000$464/sqft |
Source: NTREIS #21159578 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $827,685 +19.9% |
| 2024 | $4,089 -4.7% | $690,390 +7.8% |
| 2023 | $4,289 -1.5% | $640,560 +20.1% |
| 2022 | $4,353 +8% | $533,430 +14.2% |
| 2021 | $4,031 +7.1% | $467,290 +23.2% |
| 2020 | $3,765 -0.1% | $379,310 +17.2% |
| 2019 | $3,769 +10.9% | $323,650 |
| 2018 | $3,399 +24% | -- |
| 2017 | $2,740 +13.2% | -- |
| 2016 | $2,421 -7.2% | -- |
| 2015 | $2,608 +84.6% | -- |
| 2014 | $1,412 +19.9% | -- |
| 2012 | $1,178 | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
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Payment breakdown
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 75103
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Canton Intermediate SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 8.2 mi
- 8/10Canton Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 9.2 mi
- 8/10Canton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Canton
- High: Canton
- District: Canton ISD
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- Texas
- Van Zandt County
- Canton
- 75103
- 8640 State Highway 198
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