8970 FM 59, Athens, TX 75751
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50.03 ACRES

8970 FM 59
Athens, TX 75751

    $869,000

    Est. Mortgage $5,344/mo*
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    $869,000

    Est. Mortgage $5,344/mo*
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    (on 50.03 acres)
    We estimate this home will sell faster than 96% nearby.

    Home Highlights

    Listed
    90 days ago

    Local Information

    • Map ViewExplore the area around 8970 FM 59.
    • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
    • Shop & Eat
    -- mins to
    Commute Destination

    About this House

    Scenic 50.03 acre property with a stocked lake and rolling pasture. Discover the perfect blend of open space and natural beauty with this stunning piece of property. Ideally suited for your private estate, working ranch or recreational retreat.
    Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
    Listing courtesy of Christopher Curran, (903) 275-6625
    Steve Grant Realty, LLC
    Source: GTARMLS, MLS#26007438
    Also Listed on NTREIS, GTARMLS, NTREIS, Palestine AOR, Henderson County BOR.
    We estimate this home will sell faster than 96% nearby.

    Home Details for 8970 FM 59

    Interior Features

    Appliances & Utilities
    Utilities: Phone Available, Electric On Site, Natural Gas Not Available, Water On SiteTelephone: Company: Unknown
    Gas & Electric
    Has Electric on Property
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    No View

    Exterior Features

    Exterior Home Features
    Fencing: Barbwire Fence, PipeVegetation: Improved, Coastal, Partially Wooded, Hardwood, Mixed Timber
    Frontage
    Waterfront: Pond on LotRoad Frontage: HighwayRoad Surface Type: GravelNot on Waterfront
    Water & Sewer
    Sewer: None
    Farm & Range
    Frontage Length: 440
    Surface & Elevation
    Topography: Rolling

    Days on Market

    Days on Market: 90

    Property Information

    Property Type / Style
    Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Unimproved Land

    Price & Status

    Price
    List Price: $869,000
    Status Change & Dates
    Possession Timing: Negotiable

    Active Status

    MLS Status: Active

    Media

    Location

    Direction & Address
    City: Athens
    School Information
    Elementary School: Cross RoadsJr High / Middle School: Cross RoadsHigh School: Cross Roads

    Agent Information

    Listing Agent
    Listing ID: 26007438

    Lot Information

    Lot Area: 50.03 Acres

    Offer

    Listing Terms: Conventional, FHA, VA Loan, Cash

    Miscellaneous

    Mls Number: 26007438Showing Requirements: Appointment Only, List Agent Must AccompanyShowing Service Name: None

    Around this home

    What Locals Say about Athens

    At least 84 Trulia users voted on each feature.

    • 90 % Say parking is easy

    • 89 % Say car is needed

    • 81 % Say yards are well-kept

    • 73 % Say it's quiet

    • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

    • 60 % Say it's dog friendly

    • 56 % Say kids play outside

    • 55 % Say people would walk alone at night

    • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

    • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

    • 39 % Say there's wildlife

    • 30 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

    • 26 % Say there are community events

    • 23 % Say streets are well-lit

    • 21 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

    • 16 % Say there are sidewalks

    Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
    • jonathanegly
      "There are lots of stray dogs. It’s upsetting but people dump dogs they don’t want in neighborhoods. We got our 4th dog that was. She’s incredibly sweet and we don’t understand why someone would abandon her. "
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    • Tommyjohn2918
      "Great schools a small town feel with many different food and grocery options. Everyone is friendly and looks after everyone. Beautiful scenery "
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    • Roxie
      "I live on the lake. Every thing is 10 min. Except my favorite restaurant on the lake. 3 min. Traffic is always light. It is the country life. No major interstates coming through."
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    • Dustinanddanae O.
      "Great school options from public, to private, to homeschooling. All local schools accept transfers and most don’t charge. "
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    • Mayra V.
      "you will often see people walking with their families and/ dogs. no one messes with anyone. it is a great emvironment to raise children and grow old. "
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    • Pandayr52
      "Dogs are well managed by their owners. Dogs are kept in fenced yards or on leashes. Some people take walks with their dogs "
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    • Damondowell341
      "This is a great town and everything , grew up here and love this place but it’s simple . Find a house in the country ! Have a nice day y’all "
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    • Lisacollins8969
      "There are many families in my neighborhood, but not many young children. Many of us are grandparents, so we see kids around here often. "
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    • Holly S.
      "Good churches good schools nice neighborhoods terrible city council right now. Great development board"
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    • Victor M.
      "I don't commute, retired. Athens is a super retirement community. Everything is less than 10 minutes away Every thing."
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    • Danae O.
      "Uncle Fletch Hamburger Festival Old Fiddlers Festival Athens Texas Farmers Market Henderson County Performing Arts"
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    • Victor M.
      "July 4th block parade and food for every one that comes from Athens. Fiddlers contest one weekend of the year. Farm to Market Saturday downtown."
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    • Brian
      "It’s a up and coming rural town in east Texas. Dallas will eventually find it and with remote works space it will be popular "
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    • Shelbyanne725
      "It’s a blend of unique people. There’s a lot diversity in Athens, Texas. There’s beautiful country acreage that’s not too far from town. "
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    • Collinthrap123
      "I have lived in Athens for six years and it’s a nice community. Full of friendly people but can have some sketchy people as well, but that’s every city. Has a few good restaurants with good food and nice servers"
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    • Laurie e.
      "Quite a bit of road noise. Road is a main road through to other side of town without hitting any traffic lights. Main highway at end of block too. "
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    • Laurie e.
      "We just moved into this neighborhood. My neighbors on both sides have been great. There’s some traffic but the people are quiet. "
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    • alloy489
      "Calm peaceful & quiet neighborhood"
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    • kathie_dooley
      "Athens is a great community, very little crime, low traffic, small town, good churches. This neighborhood is quiet, good neighbors."
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    • shaunte75
      "I live on one of these streets and it is quiet in my area.I have never heard of any gangs in Athens,Texas."
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    • davidpowell123
      "I own property in Athens near Howdy Acres (a current listing) and find the area peaceful, safe, easily accessible and the neighbors trustworthy and helpful. I am close enough to the Dallas area to access the museums, entertainment and opportunities; but far enough out in the country that I can see a star filled sky at night. With the Metroplex adding approx. a million people every ten years it will not be long before the amenities of Dallas will move closer to Athens and with that will come business growth in the Athens area. I see great potential for Athens and look forward to retiring here."
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    Market trends in Athens

    Last updated July 2026
    Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
    Avg. sale price
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    Sale-to-List Price
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    Price per sq ft
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    Available listings
    177
    1    MoM

    Home Value

    Learn more about this home's value by checking out the value of nearby homes and how much similar homes have sold for.

    Comparable sales

    These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
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    Distance
    Property Type
    Sold Price
    Sold Date
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    Township Road 2 Cres #41514, Athens, TX
    0.52
    Lot/Land
    -
    11/13/25
    -
    -
    0 Private Road 5204, Athens, TX
    3.07
    Lot/Land
    -
    04/28/26
    -
    -
    9 Private Road 5210, Athens, TX
    3.14
    Lot/Land
    -
    02/18/26
    -
    -
    Highway 59, Athens, TX
    3.18
    Lot/Land
    -
    10/28/25
    -
    -
    450 Loop 7, Athens, TX
    3.73
    Lot/Land
    -
    03/31/26
    -
    -
    1150 Whispering Oaks Dr, Athens, TX
    3.38
    Lot/Land
    -
    08/20/26
    -
    -
    12564 Private Road 5104, Athens, TX
    3.77
    Lot/Land
    -
    04/08/26
    -
    -
    State Highway 19 N, Athens, TX
    4.23
    Lot/Land
    -
    09/03/25
    -
    -
    12716 Fm 59, Athens, TX
    4.53
    Lot/Land
    -
    05/07/26
    -
    -
    N State Highway 19, Athens, TX
    4.21
    Lot/Land
    -
    06/16/26
    -
    -

    Nearby home prices

    Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
    Address
    Distance
    Price
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    Status
    8998 FM 59, Athens, TX 75751
    0.09
    -
    4
    2
    2,046
    Recently Sold
    9007 S FM 59, Athens, TX 75751
    0.12
    $1,026,600
    3
    2.5
    3,780
    Off Market
    8781 FM 59, Athens, TX 75751
    0.20
    -
    3
    2
    1,485
    Recently Sold
    Township Road 1 Valle Vis, Athens, TX 75751
    0.52
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Off Market
    8780 County Road 4402, Athens, TX 75751
    0.52
    $205,900
    3
    1
    1,344
    Off Market
    604 N Wofford, Athens, TX 75751
    0.52
    $224,700
    3
    2
    1,332
    Off Market
    3420 County Road 4610, Athens, TX 75751
    0.52
    $196,200
    4
    2
    1,475
    Off Market
    533 E Edmonson St, Athens, TX 75751
    0.52
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Off Market
    Sanbox, Athens, TX 75751
    0.52
    $88,000
    -
    -
    -
    For Sale
    25119 Private Rd 8496 LOT 30, Athens, TX 75751
    0.52
    $159,900
    -
    -
    -
    For Sale
    4343 Stonebridge Ln, Athens, TX 75751
    0.52
    -
    5
    5.5
    5,500
    Off Market

    Price and Tax history

    DateEventPrice
    May 27, 2026
    Source: Henderson County BOR #112941
    		Listed For Sale
    $869,000
    May 26, 2026
    Source: Henderson County BOR #110022
    		ListingRemoved
    $877,000
    Mar 25, 2026
    Source: Henderson County BOR #110022
    		PriceChange
    $877,000
    Price decreased by 2%
    Dec 1, 2025
    Source: Henderson County BOR #110022
    		Listed For Sale
    $899,000
    Nov 24, 2025
    Source: NTREIS #20950329
    		ListingRemoved
    $899,000

    LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

    Christopher Curran, Steve Grant Realty, LLC
    Agent Phone: (903) 275-6625
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    Frequently asked questions about 8970 FM 59

    • How big is 8970 FM 59?
      8970 FM 59 in Athens, TX is about 50 acres.
    • What is the price per acre for 8970 FM 59?
      8970 FM 59 in Athens, TX is listed at $869,000, or about $15K per acre.
    • What do residents say about Athens?
      Residents describe Athens, TX as easy to park in, well-kept, and quiet. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Athens, TX.
    • What are the closest schools to 8970 FM 59?
      The closest schools to 8970 FM 59 in Athens, TX are Cross Roads Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 6/10), Cross Roads High School (rated 6/10), Cross Roads Junior High School (rated 9/10).
    8970 FM 59, Athens, TX 75751 is a lot/land. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by GTARMLS on May 27, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 26007438.