17948 FM 986, Poetry, TX 75160

• 3 beds |
• 2 baths |
• 2,050 sqft

Property Description

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!

Listing Status:

Active

Data Last Updated:

July 2, 2026 at 6:20PM

Listing Office:

Sarah Boyd & Co : 940-202-0028

Listing Agent:

Mica Pryor :

MLS ID:

21298149

Interior

• General: ChandelierDecorative/Designer Lighting FixturesEat-in KitchenHigh Speed InternetOpen FloorplanPantryNatural WoodworkWalk-In Closet(s)
• Appliances: Some Gas AppliancesDishwasherGas RangeGas Water HeaterMicrowavePlumbed For GasRefrigerator
• Laundry: Washer HookupElectric Dryer HookupLaundry in Utility Room
• Flooring: CarpetConcreteCeramic TilePainted/Stained
• A/C: Central AirCeiling Fan(s)Electric
• Heating: CentralPropane
• Fireplace: Blower FanLiving RoomStoneWood BurningFireplaceFireplaces: 1

Exterior

• General: Outdoor GrillRain GuttersCorral(s)Kennel/Dog RunOutbuildingPoultry CoopShed(s)StorageWorkshopBarn(s)Stable(s)
• Style: ModernOtherPrairieRanchSouthwesternTraditionalDetachedFarmhouse
• Other Structures: Corral(s)Kennel/Dog RunOutbuildingPoultry CoopShed(s)StorageWorkshopBarn(s)Stable(s)
• Pool: None
• Parking: Attached CarportAsphaltCoveredDrivewayGravelKitchen LevelPrivateSide By Side

Construction

• Roofing: Composition
• Windows: Window Coverings
• General: BrickConcrete1Slab

Location

• Road/Access: Farm to Market Road
• Originating MLS: NTR
• School District: Terrell ISD
• County: Kaufman

Lot

• Topography: Level
• Zoning: WM SMITHTRACT 22.13; 7.05 ACRES& HOUSE12361
• Fencing: Cross FencedGatePipeWire
• Current Use: AgriculturalGrazingHorsesLivestockPastureRanchResidentialRecreationalSingle Family

Utilities

• Utilities: Cable AvailableElectricity ConnectedPropaneOverhead UtilitiesSewer AvailableSeptic AvailableSeparate MetersWater Available
• Water: Community/CoopRural
• Sewer: Aerobic SepticPrivate SewerSeptic Tank

Financial

• Source: NTR
• Exclusions: No exclusions - mounted TV in living room staysrefrigerator in kitchen staysany remaining portable sheds and feeders stay