Athens Homes with Pond(s) Lot description

Welcome to Athens, a charming city nestled in the heart of the United States, where history meets modern living. Known for its vibrant arts scene, rich cultural heritage, and friendly community, Athens is a place where you can truly feel at home. With its picturesque landscapes and welcoming atmosphere, it’s no wonder that so many people are drawn to this delightful city.

One of the most enchanting features of Athens is its stunning homes with pond lots. Imagine waking up each morning to the serene sounds of water gently lapping at the shore, surrounded by nature’s beauty. These properties offer an idyllic retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, providing the perfect backdrop for relaxation and recreation. Whether you’re an avid birdwatcher, a fishing enthusiast, or simply someone who enjoys peaceful evenings by the water, these homes are a dream come true.

The homes with pond lots in Athens boast spacious interiors and thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces, allowing you to fully embrace the tranquil lifestyle. Picture yourself hosting summer barbecues on your deck, taking leisurely strolls around your private pond, or enjoying a cozy evening by the fire pit as the sun sets over the water.

In addition to the natural beauty surrounding these properties, Athens offers a wealth of amenities, including parks, shops, and restaurants, making it an ideal place to raise a family or enjoy retirement. With its unique blend of suburban charm and access to city conveniences, Athens truly has something for everyone. Come explore the possibilities of living in this picturesque city and discover your dream home with a pond lot today!

Newest Athens Homes with Pond(s) Lot description

$1,199,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 21371855 MLS

If you are looking for highly improved pastures with a gentle rolling topography & scattered trees with convenient FM frontage, ponds, precious & recently remodeled home, workshop & barn? Look no further! This dreamy property is one you won't want to miss. Turnkey home is ready for you, a tenant for rental income, or a living space while you build your dream home! Plenty of privacy & seclusion with tress along the perimeter and in the back of the property, fencing & cross fencing. Ready for your cattle, horses, or hay production with over seeded albon rye with a previous yield of 220 bales with cattle on a portion. 60x60 workshop with concrete, overhang for equipment parking & electric. Detached 2 car garage & well with recently replaced pump to water lush & heavy producing garden. Abundant wildlife population of deer, hogs & waterfowl in the area. Home recently renovated with updated roof, interior & exterior paint, floors, appliances, bathroom, most plumbing, most wiring & granite.

8612 Fm 1616, Athens

$209,500

21370423 MLS

Previously part of a large horse ranch, Post Oak Meadows is a beautiful place to call home. This 13 + acre property is located in a rural country setting. The land is mostly level with several locations for a future home site. Neighbors in this area have quality homes on spacious acreage that offer privacy between property owners. The land offers a good mix of wooded and open pasture land, with the front third consisting of mostly improved coastal grass pasture that offers quality hay each season. The remainder of the property is a mix of wooded along with an open area on the backside consisting of mostly native grasses. An established pond along the edge of the back pasture is a water source for native wildlife. Quality pipe and cable fencing along the front of the property, and a newer barbed wire fence along the west boundary. An internal cross fence splits the front from the back of back of the property. Nine of the thirteen acres is currently under Ag Exemption. Conveniently located just minutes southwest of‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌ Athens.

Lot 36 Cr 1200, Athens

$950,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 21350420 MLS

MOTIVATED SELLERS. HUGE PRICE DROP. Property can be split to suite your needs, 10 -70 acres. Call with questions! Hidden GEM! Hunting and fishing paradise only an hour from DFW! Ag exempt property with acreage, pond, home, shop and garage. This property has everything you have been looking for and more. Located in the award-winning Martins Mill School District, you are met with peace and quiet and a wonderful small community in the country. Completely remodeled downstairs area with all new kitchen including granite countertops and appliances. Recently updated main bathroom with HUGE shower is just one of the great upgrades in the home. Almost 2 acre pond, windmill and amazing hunting on the property. Sellers are motivated. Less acreage available (42.59) in MLS #21350367 Call today!

3672 E Fm 1861, Athens

$690,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 21350367 MLS

MOTIVATED SELLERS. HUGE PRICE DROP. Property can be split to suite your needs, 10 -70 acres. Call with questions! Hidden GEM! Hunting and fishing paradise only an hour from DFW! Ag exempt property with acreage, pond, home, shop and garage. This property has everything you have been looking for and more. Located in the award-winning Martins Mill School District, you are met with peace and quiet and a wonderful small community in the country. Completely remodeled downstairs area with all new kitchen including granite countertops and appliances. Recently updated main bathroom with HUGE shower is just one of the great upgrades in the home. Almost 2 acre pond, windmill and amazing hunting on the property. Sellers are motivated. Additional acreage available. FULL 69.99 acres available in MLS # 21350420 Call today!

3672 Fm 1861, Athens

$700,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 21334878 MLS

Private 20-acre retreat offering the perfect blend of country living, investment opportunity, and recreational use. This versatile property features a 3-bedroom, 2-bath barndominium with a dedicated office and a small fenced area behind the home for pets. In addition to the main residence, the property includes one tiny house and three cabins, all currently operating as successful short-term rentals. In 2025, these rentals generated over **$50,000 in profit**, providing an exceptional established income-producing opportunity. Property improvements also include a detached 3-car garage and a 39' x 39' shop with ample space for vehicles, equipment, or hobbies. The land offers a beautiful mix of wide-open pasture and heavily wooded acreage with mature trees, a stocked pond, and a creek running through the property, creating a scenic and private setting. Ideal for a primary residence, weekend retreat, or investment opportunity, this unique property offers endless possibilities with room to expand and enjoy the outdoors. SEARCH 2525 US HWY 175 ON YOUTUBE FOR VIRTUAL TOUR.

2525 Us Highway 175, Athens

$16,900,000

15 Beds ⋅ 23 Baths ⋅ 21340998 MLS

Tucked away on 320 breathtaking acres just outside Dallas, Pine Cone Ranch is a private sanctuary where timeless Texas beauty and understated luxury come together. From the moment you arrive, winding drives, towering pines, and sparkling water views create a sense of escape unlike anywhere else. At the heart of the property sits an impressive 11,000-square-foot Main Lodge, complemented by three charming guest cottages and five serene lakes that enhance the ranch's extraordinary landscape. Designed for gathering and celebrating, Pine Cone Ranch offers an unforgettable setting for life's most meaningful moments—from lakeside ceremonies and candlelit receptions beneath the stars to weekend retreats shared with family, friends, or colleagues. With accommodations for up to 40 overnight guests and additional lodging nearby, the ranch is perfectly suited for destination weddings, corporate retreats, and multi-generational gatherings. Whether hosting an intimate celebration or a grand occasion, Pine Cone Ranch invites guests to slow down, reconnect, and experience the magic of Texas ranch living at its finest. More than a venue, Pine Cone Ranch is a place to create traditions, celebrate life's milestones, and make memories that will last for generations. **Potential Commercial Play Available**

6544 Fm 1616, Athens

$499,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 21340805 MLS

Classic ranch-style home in a peaceful country setting. Situated off the road with a concrete driveway leading to the house, this property offers both privacy and charm. The interior features traditional brick floors in the living and kitchen areas, along with a spacious living room highlighted by a large fireplace. The kitchen provides abundant counter space and storage. The layout includes three bedrooms plus a bonus room that could serve as a media room, additional bedroom or den. Recent updates include a new HVAC system, all-new ductwork, and attic insulation installed last year. Outdoor living is easy with covered porches in the front and back, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the wildlife. The terracotta metal roof combines the timeless look of traditional clay tiles with the superior durability, longevity, and low-maintenance benefits of modern metal roofing. The property also features mature oak trees, a wooded area along the back, and the remainder in mostly native grasses suitable for livestock or wildlife. An approximate one-acre spring-fed pond provides opportunities for fishing, wildlife watching, and recreation. Ideal for horse or animal lovers, the property includes a horse stable with tack room and storage, a loafing shed, fencing for rotating animals, and a metal-framed covered area with three stalls, currently used for parking and equipment. Conveniently located near Lake Athens and just minutes from lake amenities, shopping, and entertainment.

7470 Fm 317, Athens

$549,900

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 21337614 MLS

Welcome to this well-maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bath home situated on 3 peaceful acres in one of Athens most desirable locations. Enjoy the convenience of being just minutes from town while benefiting from a country setting with no city taxes. Walking in through the front door, you'll find a thoughtfully designed split floor plan with neutral finishes and abundant natural light throughout. The open living area is anchored by a wood-burning fireplace and flows seamlessly into the kitchen and dining areas, creating a comfortable layout for both everyday living and entertaining. The home offers two dining spaces, providing flexibility for formal meals, casual dining, or a home office if desired. The kitchen features a center island, abundant cabinet storage, generous counter space, and a wraparound breakfast bar that provides additional seating for family and guests. The spacious primary suite is privately located on one side of the home, just steps from the laundry room, while three additional bedrooms and a full bath are situated on the opposite side, each having built in desks. All bedrooms offer generous closet space. The primary suite has an oversized closet that provides exceptional storage, while the ensuite bath has his and hers vanities and a separate tub and shower. Step outside to enjoy the patio overlooking a peaceful pond excellent for fishing and a beautiful park-like setting with mature pine trees. A fenced pet area offers a secure space for pets, and the surrounding acreage provides plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. Additional features include an attached two-car garage, a storage building with electricity that would make an excellent workshop or hobby space, and a shared water well that reduces monthly utility costs. City water is available at the road if desired. Clean, well cared for, and move-in ready, this property offers the perfect balance of privacy, convenience, and value in a location that's hard to beat.

1109 Robbins Rd, Athens

$259,900

21330289 MLS

BACK ON THE MARKET, due to buyers financing. If you’ve been looking for land where the expensive groundwork is already done, this one deserves another look!!! Owning land has always been part of the Texas dream. As land, water, and infrastructure become more valuable, opportunities like this are becoming increasingly difficult to find. This exceptional 10-acre property offers country living with a valuable head start. A water well, aerobic septic system, underground electric, electric meter, pipe fencing, and barn are already in place, saving significant time and expense. With approximately 390 feet of road frontage, the property features pipe fencing along the front boundary. The remaining property lines are enclosed with barbed wire fencing. Approximately two-thirds of the property is cleared, while the remaining acreage is heavily wooded, creating the perfect balance of open pasture and mature woods. Mature post oak trees offer breathtaking views, and an approximately 2-acre spring-fed pond, the home of bass and other fish, serves as the centerpiece of the property. Walk to the back and hear the sound of a spring-fed creek flowing through the trees. Deer, birds, and other native wildlife are frequent visitors, adding to the quiet beauty and natural character of the land. The back pasture provides an excellent grazing area while leaving plenty of room in the front to build your dream home. Approximately 400 square feet of the barn has already been built out for future living quarters with in-wall electrical, water rough-ins, and plumbing ready to connect to the aerobic septic system. Located in Cross Roads ISD and within an hour of Dallas, you’ll enjoy peaceful country living with convenient access to shopping, dining, golf courses, Lake Athens, Cedar Creek Lake, and Richland Chambers Lake. Whether you’re ready to build now or invest for the future, this property offers a rare combination of natural beauty, established infrastructure, and lasting value.

9224 County Road 1200, Athens

$850,000

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 21317451 MLS

Welcome to one of East Texas' most captivating luxury estates, where towering East Texas pines lead you to a 3,791-square-foot, 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom two-story luxury home that commands attention with 9 of the 12.5 acre are unexempt, designed for wildlife. From the moment you step through the double doors into the two-story foyer, the craftsmanship is undeniable with hardwood floors stretching across the main level, a statement staircase with hardwood treads and wrought iron balusters anchors the entry, and the great room beyond stuns with exposed wood beam ceilings, a dramatic floor-to-ceiling stone wood-burning fireplace, and views of the mature oak canopy. The formal dining room and chandelier-lit breakfast nook with built-in bench storage and pendant lighting provide every entertaining configuration imaginable. The chef's kitchen delivers granite countertops, a granite prep island with sink, farmhouse sink, double wall oven, stainless dishwasher, custom range hood, tile mosaic backsplash, and white cabinetry, all open to the common area through a pass-through window framing the action. A dedicated study with floor-to-ceiling built-in shelving and desk, plus a designer laundry room with patterned tile floors, built-in cabinetry, and utility sink, round out the main level. The downstairs primary suite is a true retreat with a private brick wood-burning fireplace, direct French door access to the backyard, dual ornate vanities with stone countertops, a freestanding soaking tub, and a walk-in shower and built-in niches. Upstairs, four generously sized bedrooms serve a variety of needs, supported by three well-appointed full baths. Step outside to a sprawling wood deck shaded by mature crape myrtles and oaks with a private pond, canopied trails across the land, and open pasture beyond the fenced yard. Athens is known as the Gateway to East Texas Lake Country, home to Lake Athens and within easy reach of Cedar Creek Lake. Proudly Claim Your Piece of Texas!

1201 Robbins Rd, Athens

$209,000

5 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 21326626 MLS

LARGE COUNTRY HOME ON 5 PRETTY ACRES. THIS 5 BEDROOM, 2 BATH HOME IS APPROX 2717 SQFT, HAS LARGE LIVING, AND GREAT POTENTIAL. 2 CAR GARAGE WITH 2 CAR ATTACHED CARPORT, ZONED AC SYSTEM, METAL ROOF, LARGE 4 STALL POLE BARN AND SEPARATE 2 STALL POLE BARN, PIPE FENCING, NICE POND WITH WELL BUILT COVERED PIER, PRETTY LAND SET UP FOR HORSES, OR ANY LIVESTOCK. HOME NEEDS TLC BUT WOULD MAKE WONDERFUL FAMILY HOME IN GREAT LOCATION.

11465 County Road 3904, Athens

$779,000

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 21309488 MLS

Just 45 minutes southeast of Dallas, along the edge of the Deep East Piney Woods, you'll find rolling hills, green pasture lands, and beautiful tall trees. This five bedroom family home is perfectly situated on elevated land, overlooking 25 acres of lush fields and a seasonal pond, interspersed with ancient oaks and bordered by trees. Stepping through the double front doors, you are greeted by a bright, rustic interior that seamlessly flows from one room to the next. The open floor plan is designed for modern living, with completely updated fixtures and finishes throughout. Enjoy the elegant simplicity of rustic wooden beams and large fireplace focal point. The primary suite is a haven of relaxation, featuring its own luxurious en-suite bath complete with dual sinks, a soaking tub, and a walk-in shower with dual shower heads. Each additional bedroom is generously sized, ensuring ample space and comfort for everyone. The property's outdoor spaces are equally impressive, with wide-open vistas, covered patios, and room for recreational activities, gardening, or simply soaking up the serene natural surroundings. Embrace a lifestyle that marries the peacefulness of a ranch with the conveniences of modern living. A large shop behind this home offers endless opportunity for parking, storage space, tac or tool shop, and hobbies. With exceptional design and attention to detail, this property offers an unparalleled blend of function and beauty, perfectly positioned to capture the quiet charm of living just outside of town. Your family will enjoy the close proximity to the quaint town of Athens, just ten minutes from shopping, schools, and growing downtown! This home has been entirely updated with new windows, flooring, paint, fixtures, bathrooms, quartz kitchen counters with built in butcher's block, appliances, and wood beams. Completely move-in ready! Contact your agent to view this estate today!

2458 Fm 2752, Athens

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