251 Private Road 8179

What's special

• Waterfront
• Fireplace
• Single story

Trade the city noise for pure tranquility on this magnificent 21-acre forested retreat. Situated an hour outside of Dallas—and nestled perfectly between the quaint communities of Ben Wheeler and Edom—this completely fenced property delivers an unmatched combination of raw nature, total seclusion, and boundless possibility. Pass through the privacy gate and follow the driveway deep into your own personal park. Featuring direct access to a tranquil creek, the sprawling grounds provide an expansive, scenic canvas with endless room to expand. The estate features two distinct living structures, ideal for a multi-generational compound, weekend hosting, or rental income. The main home contains 2 bedrooms each with their own full bathroom. The casita has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom. Offered as-is and priced attractively below market value, this property is a truly rare find for visionary buyers. Seize the chance to shape this hidden, creek-side estate into your custom dream home while securing immediate equity.

Home facts

Overview

Price

$409,900

Price per sq ft

$203

Status

Pending

Property type

Single Family Residence

Year built

1984

Style

Detached, Farmhouse

Stories

1

Levels

One

Days on market

47

Price last changed

Aug 13, 2026

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms

3

Full bathrooms

3

Living area

2,016 sq ft

Interior

Features

Built In Features, Cable Tv

Appliances

Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator

Fireplaces

1 · Living Room

Exterior & lot

Lot size

21.32 acres · 928,699.2 sq ft

Waterfront

Yes

Parking

Carport spaces

3

Parking

Additional Parking

HOA & taxes

HOA

No

Annual property tax (per MLS)

$1,893

Utilities & efficiency

Utilities

Septic Available, Water Available, Cable Available

Water

Well

Sewer

Aerobic Septic

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Assigned schools

• ElementaryRhodesVan ISDRatings on GreatSchools
• MiddleVanVan ISDRatings on GreatSchools
• HighVanVan ISDRatings on GreatSchools

School assignments come from the MLS and can change, so confirm them with the district. For school ratings and accountability reports, see GreatSchools.org and TXschools.gov (Texas Education Agency). Information provided for general reference; buyers should independently verify schools, districts, and community details.

Neighborhood & nearby

none subdivision · Ben Wheeler, TX 75754 · Van Zandt County

Library & movies

• Bear Creek Branch Library 0.9 mi

Straight-line distances. Places data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Information provided for general reference; buyers should independently verify schools, districts, and community details.

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