180 Private Road 8703, Ben Wheeler, TX 75754

$499,900 Asking Price

4 beds
2 baths
2,400  sqft
Built in 2007

Escape to this self-sufficient year-round retreat, conveniently located near Dallas, Tyler, and Canton. Nestled on 10 acres of secluded land, this sanctuary offers everything you need for off-grid living. Stay connected with nature and peace of mind with an aquifer deep well, powered by a full-home generator for emergencies. Delight in the year-long natural spring of Slater Creek and ample wood for your in-home wood-burning stove. Embrace sustainability with chicken pens, a greenhouse, and prepared organic gardens. The home itself is a testament to privacy and efficiency, with metal roof and siding, post tension slab, 6 inches of insulation, a high beam ceiling, and 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Enjoy spacious living and kitchen areas, along with essential features like a water filtration system and military-grade surge protector. Outside, discover the fully and inner fenced land with agricultural exemption, perfect for livestock grazing, PLUS high probability for usage of adjoining 10 acres. Additional amenities include walk in pantry, in-home tornado shelter, 80-foot radio tower, safe room-storage room, hobby shed, large 20 X 30 barn which matches the home and an apartment turned garage or workshop with bath area. With oversized rooms throughout, including a massive utility room, every aspect of this property is designed for comfort and functionality. Explore the potential for additional building sites and revel in the tranquility of mature trees, wildlife, and a sprawling covered front porch. Experience true serenity in this secluded haven.


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Ceiling Fan,Security System,Blinds,Smoke Alarm,Other/See Remarks,Vaulted Ceilings
Dining:
Kitchen/Eating Combo,Den/Dining Combo
Flooring:
Carpet,Vinyl,Vinyl Plank
A/C:
Central Electric
Heating:
Central/Electric
Fireplace:
One Wood Burning,Other/See Remarks,Freestanding

Exterior

General:
Patio Covered,Porch
Other Structures:
Barn
Pool:
None

Construction

Roofing:
Aluminum/Metal
General:
Metal, 1 Story, Slab

Location

County:
Van Zandt

Lot

Driveway:
Natural,Gravel
Zoning:
ABST, SUR: J A SCHNELL 10 acres
Fencing:
Barbwire Fence,Automatic Gate

Utilities

Water:
Well
Sewer:
Conventional Septic

This listing courtesy of:
Century 21 First Group - Lindale, Katie Edwards

About Ben Wheeler, TX

Housing

Number of Units
3,179
Median Home Value
$166,949
Median Rent
$651

19.91% of housing units are renter occupied.

13.66% are vacant.

Commute

Car
81.48%
Public Transportation
0.00%
Walk to Work
2.84%
Work from Home
15.26%
Other
0.38%

The median travel time to work is 34 minutes.

People

Population
6,632
Median Age
44.00
Median Household Size
3.03

Education

High School
30.68%
Associate’s Degree
12.46%
Bachelor’s Degree
11.66%
Graduate Degree
3.79%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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