Stunning 3-bedroom, 2-bath home situated on 5.170 gated, picturesque acres in a highly sought-after neighborhood—just minutes from town. This beautifully updated property offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and functionality. Enjoy resort-style living with a sparkling pool featuring new pumps, an expansive outdoor kitchen with built-in fireplace, and a full outdoor bathroom—ideal for entertaining year-round. Recent updates include fresh interior paint, new flooring, new ceiling fans, a new microwave, and a new hot water heater, making this home truly move-in ready. Inside, thoughtful details include a cedar-lined closet and deep laundry room drawers for added storage and convenience. Outside amenities include a sprinkler system, RV hookup, and a large shop with roll-up doors, half bath, and a nice covered back patio. Bonus room above the two-car garage—perfect for a home office, guest space, or game room. A paved driveway leads to a spacious 2-car garage, all secured behind a gated entrance for privacy. The property benefits from a wildlife tax exemption, offering long-term savings. A rare opportunity to own a turnkey home with premium features, acreage, and exceptional proximity to town.
DISCOVER WHAT IT MEANS TO LIVE IN THE COUNTRY - Located just a slight distance outside of Athens, this well-maintained, immaculate three-bedroom, two-bath home on 1.65 acres is an amazing property. Updated living quarters with a large living room and kitchen sits on a hill overlooking the property. Spacious living room with wood-burning fireplace and vaulted ceiling, and an updated kitchen with a gas range and granite countertops. Other features include a workshop with storage, a detached RV garage with storage, a chicken coop, and an accessory building. This property looks like a park!
Courtesy: Steve Grant Realty LLC
903-675-3503
Sitting in the desirable Red Oak Estates neighborhood, this immaculate house provides a great location and a park like setting. Sit outside and relax under the covered back patio which overlooks the trees. Property features include 3 bedrooms each with built-ins in the closets, two baths, formal dining room, and plenty of counter space in the kitchen. The main bathroom has dual sinks, separate walk in closets, and a heat lamp by the shower. Additional property features are two electric water heaters, a three car garage, wrap around circle driveway, and an abundance of storage. Just a short drive from the center of town, entertainment, and the hospital, this property has something for everyone. Schedule your showing today! Additional lot is also available. See broker for details.
Courtesy: Stewart & McGee Real Estate
903-675-5207
Rare live work investment opportunity just outside the city limits of Athens, TX! This versatile property offers multiple income streams, business potential, rental opportunities, storage facilities, workshop space, & 2 fully updated (2023) residences all on one property with excellent Hwy 19 S frontage. The primary residence offers ~2000 SF with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, & a striking modern farmhouse design. Black open ceilings, exposed ductwork, designer fixtures, tongue & groove walls, rich granite countertops, natural wood custom cabinetry, & spacious open-concept living create a one-of-a-kind aesthetic. The split-bedroom layout provides privacy, with an oversized primary suite featuring a custom walk-in closet & large ensuite bath. Each secondary bedroom is separated from the other, creating ideal flexibility for family or guests. A second fully renovated residence offers 1200 SF with 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms. Bright, crisp, & move-in ready, it features white quartz countertops, blue cabinetry, a private primary ensuite, separate yard, & its own entrance from Hwy 19 S. Ideal for rental income, multigenerational living, employee housing, or guest accommodations. Formerly operated as a storage facility, the commercial improvements offer substantial additional income potential. A 4000 SF metal building with new siding features a center drive-through with roll-up bay doors, one large workshop-storage area, & 4 individual storage units with double-door access. A 2nd 1500 SF metal building contains 9 storage units, including 6 smaller units & 3 larger units. The 3rd metal building offers an impressive 5000 SF footprint with 20-ft sidewalls, creating endless possibilities for storage, equipment, inventory, manufacturing, contractor operations, RV-boat storage, or business expansion. Located just outside Athens city limits, you'll avoid city restrictions while enjoying quick access to Athens, the Loop, & major traffic corridors.
Courtesy: Keller Williams Realty Athens
903-658-8848
**Resort-style living awaits in this stunning Austin stone waterfront home with breathtaking lake views and a covered boat dock!** Step through impressive 9-foot cast iron double doors into a grand living space featuring soaring 20-foot ceilings, beautiful wood flooring, and striking stone accents that create a warm yet elegant atmosphere. The gourmet kitchen is designed for entertaining, complete with a pot filler, matching appliances, abundant workspace, and ample room for gathering with family and friends. The spacious living area showcases panoramic views of the sparkling saltwater pool, backyard oasis, and the lake beyond. The luxurious primary suite offers a private steam room, creating the ultimate spa-like retreat. Two additional bedrooms enjoy beautiful pool and lake views. A dedicated study with built-in cabinetry provides the perfect work-from-home space, while the upstairs media room with surround sound is ideal for movie nights and game days. Situated on a desirable corner lot, this home offers exceptional outdoor living with a saltwater pool, spa, expansive decking, and a covered boat dock providing easy access to boating, fishing, and all the pleasures of lake life. The oversized drive-through garage features doors on both ends and abundant workspace, making it perfect for hobbies, projects, and storage. Additional highlights include new carpet, a refrigerator that conveys with the home, and a neighborhood known for its abundant wildlife, where deer are often seen roaming peacefully throughout the community. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence or a weekend getaway, this exceptional Athens, Texas lakefront property offers the perfect blend of luxury, recreation, and natural beauty. Live every day like you're on vacation in one of East Texas' most desirable waterfront settings.
Courtesy: Stewart & McGee Real Estate
903-675-5207
Offering nearly an acre of land, a large workshop, and convenient Highway 19 frontage, this property provides plenty of possibilities for its next owner. Located in the Walton area just off Highway 19 North, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on approximately 0.89 acres and offers a comfortable layout with a cozy rustic feel throughout. Brand-new windows have recently been installed throughout the home, providing abundant natural light and improved energy efficiency. The home features two additional rooms added to the back, creating flexible space that could serve as a home office, game room, craft room, or extra storage area depending on your needs. Outside, you'll find a 676-square-foot workshop complete with electricity and two roll-up doors, making it ideal for hobbies, projects, equipment storage, or a small business operation. Additional features include a detached carport and a covered patio just outside the primary bedroom, creating a private spot to relax and enjoy the outdoors. With nearly an acre of land, highway frontage, a spacious shop, and versatile bonus space, this property offers a unique opportunity for those looking for room to live, work, and grow.
Courtesy: Regal, REALTORS
972-771-6970
This completely renovated mid-century modern home sits on a 0.4 acre lot surrounded by mature shade trees just blocks from the Athens town square. Step inside to an inviting living room with luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout. The gourmet kitchen features stone counters, shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, farmhouse sink, and a built-in window seat. The primary suite accommodates nicely with an oversized walk-in closet with built-ins. Additional bedrooms share a second full bath, and each filled with natural light from oversized windows overlooking the treed lot. The backyard offers a private, wooded setting with room for a garden, firepit, or play set beneath the shade canopy. Minutes from the Athens town square, Lake Athens, Cedar Creek Reservoir, the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center, and Trinity Valley Community College, this home puts East Texas recreation and small-town charm at your doorstep. Athens is known for its small-town charm, outdoor recreation, and beautiful East Texas scenery, all within reach of the Dallas metroplex. Proudly Claim Your Piece of Texas!
Courtesy: McAtee Realty Of Gun Barrel TX
903-887-5658
3 bedroom, 2 bath charmer nestled among the trees. Fresh paint and thoughtful updates create a warm and inviting atmosphere in this charming home. The main level features a spacious family room with hardwood flooring and a kitchen with durable linoleum flooring and a convenient pass-through bar for entertaining. Just beyond the kitchen, you'll find a versatile bonus room with the laundry area located nearby, offering additional space for a home office, hobby room, or playroom. The primary bedroom and full bath are located downstairs for added convenience. Upstairs two additional bedrooms and a bathroom with a shower provide comfortable accommodations for family or guests. Situated on a mostly wooded lot, the property offers a peaceful setting with both front and back yards gently sloping toward the road, creating a scenic backdrop and plenty of natural beauty to enjoy.
Courtesy: Stewart & McGee Real Estate
903-675-5207
Nestled within one of Athens’ most sought-after Country Club neighborhoods, this beautifully appointed 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence offers timeless elegance, quality craftsmanship, and the kind of warmth that immediately feels like home. Just a leisurely stroll from Athens Country Club, the property blends refined living with the serenity of an established neighborhood while offering the ease of low-maintenance living. From the moment you enter, the home welcomes you with rich custom cabinetry, extensive built-ins, and beautifully designed spaces that balance comfort and sophistication. The spacious living room serves as the heart of the home, centered around a stunning fireplace featuring remote-controlled gas logs while also offering the nostalgic charm of traditional wood burning — perfect for quiet evenings, holiday gatherings, and conversations that linger long into the night. Elegant white custom cabinetry adds brightness and timeless character to the living area. The kitchen is both inviting and functional, featuring granite countertops with bar seating, abundant cabinetry, a warming drawer, trash compactor, and thoughtful touches designed for effortless entertaining. Whether enjoying a quiet morning in the breakfast area or hosting memorable dinners in the formal dining room, the home offers spaces ideal for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations. A gracious wet bar complete with icemaker adds yet another layer of convenience and sophistication for entertaining family and friends. Throughout the home, quality finishes and classic design create an atmosphere of understated luxury. Designed with convenience in mind, the home also features two hot water heaters and two AC units for year-round comfort and efficiency. Outdoors, the patio becomes an extension of the living space with surround sound, creating the perfect setting for relaxing evenings beneath the East Texas sky.
Courtesy: Exalt Realty
972-757-1837
Welcome to life on Lake Athens! Nestled in the highly sought-after Oakwood subdivision, this spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offers 3,391 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space on an oversized half-acre lot. While not waterfront, the property is just a short walk or golf cart ride from the lake and all the amenities that make Oakwood one of Lake Athens’ most desirable communities. Residents enjoy access to a community pool, pickleball courts, clubhouse, private boat ramp, fishing pier, and boat slips, creating the perfect setting for an active lake lifestyle. This is truly a golf cart community where neighbors know each other, gather regularly, and enjoy everything lake living has to offer. Inside, you’ll find generous room sizes, abundant storage, and flexible spaces designed to meet a variety of needs. The private upstairs retreat features a large flex room and a full bath, making it ideal for a game room, media room, guest quarters, or multigenerational living. The primary suite is a standout, offering dual walk-in closets along with a secure storage closet for valuables, seasonal items, or personal belongings. Storage continues throughout the home, including an oversized spray-foam insulated attic with walk-in access and extensive decking—perfect for keeping items organized and easily accessible. Whether you’re looking for space to entertain, room for family and guests, or simply a place to enjoy the relaxed pace of lake community living, this Oakwood home delivers the best of both comfort and lifestyle just moments from beautiful Lake Athens. (New carpet in bedrooms, fresh paint, sod, and roof replaced in 2024.)
Courtesy: Ebby Halliday Realtors
903-340-8590
*Seller will offer allowance for updates with acceptable offer. Welcome to your own slice of East Texas living on approximately 4.36 acres in Athens, where outdoor space, recreation, and everyday functionality come together. The highlight of this property is the inviting pool, set within a wide-open backyard framed by mature trees and established flowerbeds. It's the kind of space made for relaxing afternoons, weekend gatherings, and enjoying the outdoors at your own pace. The fenced acreage offers room to roam, with pastures ready for cows or horses, plus a pond that adds a peaceful natural touch to the landscape. For those who need space to work or create, the property includes a large barn or workshop along with a second garage or shop, offering flexibility for hobbies, storage, or projects of all sizes. Highway frontage adds easy access while still maintaining that quiet country feel. Inside, the home features a functional and inviting layout with an open kitchen, breakfast bar, double oven, separate cooktop, dishwasher, refrigerator, and dual pantries. The laundry room features storage and a convenient shower. The home includes 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, plus an attached 2-car garage and a detached garage space for added convenience. Located in Athens ISD and less than 10 miles from Martins Mill ISD, this property blends country freedom with practical proximity — and with the flooring allowance, you get to make it truly your own from the start.
Courtesy: Keller Williams Realty
940-484-9411
Tucked beneath a canopy of mature hardwoods on 10.08 secluded acres, this East Texas estate offers a rare combination of privacy, natural beauty, and custom craftsmanship just minutes from Athens. Spanning over 4,700 square feet, the cedar home is perfectly positioned among heavily wooded surroundings, creating a peaceful retreat where nature and luxury come together. Inside, soaring vaulted ceilings, expansive living spaces, and walls of windows showcase stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features 4 bedrooms, 4 full baths, 1 half bath, multiple living areas, office space, & flexible gathering areas ideal for entertaining family and guests. The spacious kitchen is designed for both function and hospitality, with granite countertops, large center island, builtin refrigerator, double ovens, abundant cabinetry, breakfast bar, pantry, and generous prep space. The dining and living areas provide a warm and inviting atmosphere highlighted by wood accents, stonework, and a wood-burning fireplace. The primary suite offers a private escape with wooded views, dual vanities, garden tub, separate shower, linen storage, and a large walk-in closet. Additional bedrooms provide comfortable accommodations for family and visitors.Outdoor living is equally impressive with covered patios, elevated decks, and peaceful spaces to relax while enjoying the sights and sounds of nature. A scenic creek winds through the property, enhancing the park-like setting and attracting abundant wildlife. The acreage provides room for recreation, gardening, hiking trails, or simply enjoying your own private sanctuary. Additional improvements include a detached three-car carport, storage building, sprinkler system, metal roof, city water, septic system, and high-speed internet availability. The property is heavily wooded, offering exceptional privacy while remaining conveniently located near shopping, dining, schools, medical facilities, and Cedar Creek Lake.
Courtesy: Coldwell Banker Apex, REALTORS
903-581-2584
This beautifully-crafted waterfront property resides on Lake Athens, featuring full city services with water and sewer. The home boasts excellent curb appeal with an enlarged front door and stacked stone exterior. As you enter, you're greeted by an entryway with handscraped wooden floors and Venetian stained custom walls. An office, adorned with wood-engraved ceilings, can be found to your right upon entering. This spacious home embraces an open-concept living style. The great room houses a grand fireplace as the centerpiece, augmented by an expansive wall of windows that bear natural light. These windows offer an impressive view of both the porch and the canal-lined backyard. The sizeable kitchen is equipped with granite countertops and built-in appliances. A large walk-in pantry is conveniently positioned across the hall from one of the two laundry rooms this home has to offer. The Master Suite offers a lake view and hosts a recently renovated bathing area with a tub and shower. The Master Bath layout contains double vanities and a large walk-in closet. Additionally, there's a downstairs family room inclusive of a kitchen, bathroom, laundry area, and bedroom - the ideal setup for a Mother-In-Law suite. Two large porches grace each level of the house, providing stunning lake views. This property also includes a large garage with an extra driveway for RV parking. The backyard is designated by an above-ground pool that's fenced off and a gate leading to your waterfront.
Courtesy: Keller Williams Realty-Tyler
903-534-6600
Welcome home to this lovely family retreat nestled in a well-established neighborhood, just a short walk from Cain Park and South Athens Elementary. Step inside to discover a generous living area perfect for gathering with family and friends, along with an inviting eat-in kitchen featuring updated appliances and a cozy fireplace. Outside, relax year-round on the covered patio complete with a ceiling fan, all while enjoying views of the beautiful backyard.
Courtesy: Lugary, LLC
Escape the hustle without giving up modern comfort. Located in the gated community of Water’s Edge Ranch, this newly built home offers 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, soaring 8-foot doors, spray foam insulation, and a bright, functional floor plan designed for everyday living. The spacious kitchen flows seamlessly into the main living area, making it easy to host family and friends. Residents enjoy exclusive access to a private lake, community pool, and the peace of a quiet neighborhood with light restrictions. Come see what makes this home stand out.
Courtesy: Keller Williams Lonestar DFW
817-795-2500
Cute, well-kept home in a quiet neighborhood just 5 minutes from downtown! Fully fenced and charming throughout—perfect for first-time homeowners or downsizers. Enjoy being less than 20 minutes from Lake Athens and under 30 minutes from Cedar Creek Lake. A cozy home with convenience, comfort, and small-town charm!
Courtesy: Coldwell Banker American Dream
903-887-7055
This spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home has everything you need to settle in and make it your own! Featuring both a living room and cozy family room with fireplace, plus a dining area and functional kitchen, there's plenty of room for relaxing and entertaining. Brick home, large fenced backyard, huge storage building, located in an older quiet neighborhood, and walking distance to the golf course and downtown. Whether you are looking for the perfect starter home, downsizing for retirement, or wanting a peaceful place to call home, this is one for you.
Courtesy: Steve Grant Realty LLC
903-675-3503
Sitting on two lots (approx. .77 acres) in the desirable Red Oak Estates neighborhood, this immaculate house provides a great location and a park like setting. Sit outside and relax under the covered back patio which overlooks the trees on the open lot. Property features include 3 bedrooms each with built-ins in the closets, two baths, formal dining room, and plenty of counter space in the kitchen. The main bathroom has dual sinks, separate walk in closets, and a heat lamp by the shower. Additional property features are two electric water heaters, a three car garage, wrap around circle driveway, and an abundance of storage. Just a short drive from the center of town, entertainment, and the hospital, this property has something for everyone. Schedule your showing today!
Courtesy: Marksman Management
214-676-5053
Over an acre, in town! Come cit in the center of Athens, TX with over 1.25acres of land to maintain privacy. This location is a great investment at an incredible value. The home is ready for its new family to enjoy. Don't let the 2 bedrooms stop you as this house is over 2300 square feet of functional space. One of the largest utility rooms you have ever seen. An attached 2-car carport with a metal shop in the back. Schedule a showing today to discover the true possibilities this property can be for you!
Athens is located in Texas. Athens, Texas has a population of 12,719. Athens is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 33.87% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 25.47%.
The median household income in Athens, Texas is $45,625. The median household income for the surrounding county is $51,963 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Athens is 37.9 years.
The average high temperature in July is 92.5 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 35.1 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 43.5 inches per year, with 0.6 inches of snow per year.
