Courtesy: Regal, REALTORS
972-771-6970
Welcome to luxurious Waters Edge Ranch gated community! This is a one of a kind property offering the perfect blend of natural beauty and modern amenities. This stunning 6 acre lot features rolling hills, stunning lake views, and ample space to design and build your dream home! Enjoy your exclusive access to private amenities including a private boat launch, marina, community pool, tennis courts, wildlife everywhere, and even room to park an RV. Located just minutes from local schools, stores, and shopping, this one of a kind, gated community offers the peace of country living with the convenience of town nearby. Whether you're envisioning a custom estate or a private retreat, this is your chance to create your own piece of paradise in one of the area's most desirable communities in Athens, Texas!
Courtesy: Scout RE Texas
Build your dream home on this unimproved 1.3-acre lot located in the prestigious, gated Waters Edge Ranch community just minutes from downtown Athens. Surrounded by rolling hills, mature trees, and luxury homes, this spacious lot offers the perfect blend of privacy, natural beauty, and upscale living. Positioned on a quiet, private road within the subdivision, the lot provides ample space for custom construction, outdoor living, and future enhancements like a pool or garden. Whether you're planning a weekend escape or full-time residence, you'll appreciate the serenity and scenic setting of this master-planned, resort-style neighborhood. Community amenities include: A private 328-acre lake ideal for fishing, kayaking, and boating; Boat ramp, dock, and community pool with pavilion; RV and boat storage, walking trails, and abundant wildlife; Utilities are available at the road, and architectural guidelines ensure consistent property values and aesthetic appeal throughout the community. With quick access to schools, medical facilities, and local shops in Athens—and just 90 minutes from Dallas—this is your chance to create the lifestyle you've been dreaming of in one of East Texas' most sought-after gated communities. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own land in Waters Edge Ranch.
Courtesy: Scout RE Texas
Build your dream home on this unimproved 1.3-acre lot located in the prestigious, gated Waters Edge Ranch community just minutes from downtown Athens. Surrounded by rolling hills, mature trees, and luxury homes, this spacious lot offers the perfect blend of privacy, natural beauty, and upscale living. Positioned on a quiet, private road within the subdivision, the lot provides ample space for custom construction, outdoor living, and future enhancements like a pool or garden. Whether you're planning a weekend escape or full-time residence, you'll appreciate the serenity and scenic setting of this master-planned, resort-style neighborhood. Community amenities include: A private 328-acre lake ideal for fishing, kayaking, and boating; Boat ramp, dock, and community pool with pavilion; RV and boat storage, walking trails, and abundant wildlife; Utilities are available at the road, and architectural guidelines ensure consistent property values and aesthetic appeal throughout the community. With quick access to schools, medical facilities, and local shops in Athens—and just 90 minutes from Dallas—this is your chance to create the lifestyle you've been dreaming of in one of East Texas' most sought-after gated communities. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own land in Waters Edge Ranch.
Courtesy: Steve Grant Realty LLC
903-675-3503
Enjoy breathtaking views from this beautiful homesite, offering the opportunity to build your dream home while taking in both stunning sunrises and spectacular sunsets. Ideally located near the community pool, boat launch, and the expansive 328-acre lake, this property offers the perfect combination of scenic beauty and recreational convenience. Situated within a gated community featuring upscale homes, this is an exceptional opportunity to create your own private retreat in a desirable lake community.
Courtesy: Steve Grant Realty LLC
903-675-3503
Approximately .36 acre lot in the desirable Red Oak Estates neighborhood in Athens. This property is primed and ready for you to build your dream house with a few trees, utilities at the road, and right near the heart of Athens. A short drive to the hospitals and the loop makes this a great location for you to call home.
Courtesy: Steve Grant Realty, LLC
903-675-3503
Approximately .36 acre lot in the desirable Red Oak Estates neighborhood in Athens. This property is primed and ready for you to build your dream house with a few trees, utilities at the road, and right near the heart of Athens. A short drive to the hospitals and the loop makes this a great location for you to call home.
Courtesy: Scout RE Texas
A rare offering of 27 rolling acres in Athens, combining natural beauty, income-tax-friendly ag exemption status, and turnkey functionality. A spring-fed creek traces the southern boundary while a small lake adds a peaceful focal point to the property — ideal for fishing, wildlife watching, or simply enjoying the view. The gently rolling terrain offers an ideal building site for a future home, and the property fronts FM 753 for easy, direct access. A 1,125 sq ft barn built in 2021 — modify to become a barndominium or live in your RV while you design and build your dream home, rather than commuting to manage construction from afar. The barn features a full bathroom and a loft for flexible living or storage space, plus covered RV parking with full electric and sewer hookups on both sides of the barn — ideal for guests, contractors, or extended family during your build. With ag-exempt status already in place, a functioning creek and lake, and prime road frontage, this is a rare chance to secure acreage in Athens that works for you now and sets up exactly what you want to build next.
Courtesy: RE/MAX Landmark
972-524-2525
Incredible development opportunity, fully entitled 160 lot sub-division in Athens, TX, fully plat approved, TIRZ agreement approved, and fully engineered. This development is shovel ready. Most all lots are 50 X 100, ready for residential homes. City is in need of SFR and according to seller, great to work with. This is a must see for any home builder and developer. Site is within walking distance located near Walmart, Athens VIllage shopping center, grocery.
Courtesy: Ebby Halliday Realtors
903-340-8590
This property also has a builder that has already drawn up plans for an interested buyer. Check out 00 Lago Vista, Athens. Discover the perfect place to build your dream home on this beautiful 2-acre tract in Phase II of Waters Edge, a premier gated community in Athens. Ideally located less than a mile from the community amenities, you’ll enjoy easy access to the pool, pickleball courts, private boat ramp, and RV campground—everything you need for outdoor fun. This property offers added privacy as it backs up to 179 acres owned by Sand Springs Church, giving you a peaceful, open backdrop with no immediate rear neighbors. Waters Edge is known for its well-maintained streets, scenic surroundings, and low HOA fees, all while providing resort-style, well maintained amenities. Even better, this property is priced well under Henderson County Appraisal District market value, making it an exceptional opportunity for buyers ready to build in a sought-after community. Whether you're planning your forever home or a weekend retreat, this lot offers the space, location, and value to bring your vision to life.
Courtesy: Steve Grant Realty, LLC
903-675-3503
Beautiful wooded lots in the desirable gated Oakwood Addition near Lake Athens! Enjoy a peaceful, established neighborhood with mature trees and the opportunity to build your dream home. Site-built homes only, with restrictions in place. Oakwood residents enjoy an impressive array of community amenities, including a swimming pool, pickleball courts, fishing pier, boat ramp, boat slips, clubhouse, RV/camping area, and fitness center. Conveniently located near Lake Athens for recreation and relaxation. Come see why Oakwood Addition is a great place to build and enjoy lake-area living! Additional lots are available - See Broker for details.
Courtesy: Steve Grant Realty, LLC
903-675-3503
Beautiful wooded lots in the desirable gated Oakwood Addition near Lake Athens! Enjoy a peaceful, established neighborhood with mature trees and the opportunity to build your dream home. Site-built homes only, with restrictions in place. Oakwood residents enjoy an impressive array of community amenities, including a swimming pool, pickleball courts, fishing pier, boat ramp, boat slips, clubhouse, RV/camping area, and fitness center. Conveniently located near Lake Athens for recreation and relaxation. Come see why Oakwood Addition is a great place to build and enjoy lake-area living! Additional lots are available - See Broker for details.
Courtesy: Steve Grant Realty LLC
903-675-3503
Beautiful wooded lots in the desirable gated Oakwood Addition near Lake Athens! Enjoy a peaceful, established neighborhood with mature trees and the opportunity to build your dream home. Site-built homes only, with restrictions in place. Oakwood residents enjoy an impressive array of community amenities, including a swimming pool, pickleball courts, fishing pier, boat ramp, boat slips, clubhouse, RV, camping area, and fitness center. Conveniently located near Lake Athens for recreation and relaxation. Come see why Oakwood Addition is a great place to build and enjoy lake-area living! Additional lots are available - See Broker for details.
Courtesy: Echols Real Estate Assoc. LLC
903-675-7575
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.
Courtesy: Steve Grant Realty LLC
903-675-3503
Beautiful wooded lots in the desirable gated Oakwood Addition near Lake Athens! Enjoy a peaceful, established neighborhood with mature trees and the opportunity to build your dream home. Site-built homes only, with restrictions in place. Oakwood residents enjoy an impressive array of community amenities, including a swimming pool, pickleball courts, fishing pier, boat ramp, boat slips, clubhouse, RV camping area, and fitness center. Conveniently located near Lake Athens for recreation and relaxation. Come see why Oakwood Addition is a great place to build and enjoy lake-area living! Additional lots are available - See Broker for details.
Courtesy: CENTRAL REALTY
972-991-7283
Build your legacy on one of Lake Athens most exclusive waterfront properties. For those who value exclusivity, here is a rare opportunity to build a generational waterfront estate with direct water access on one of THE most coveted addresses on Lake Athens! With open water views and permitted boat houses, Windward Cove is not to be missed. One of the few Gated subdivisions on beautiful Lake Athens this lot is situated within a private enclave of only 13 homesites! This one acre lot offers waterfront, deep water, mature trees and an unparalleled setting surrounded by nature. Thoughtfully developed with a paved street, underground utilities, a pickle ball Court, pavillion and walking trails already in place. More impressive is the view from this acre lot with a NE exposure! With 126' of waterfront, enjoy swimming and boating in this low traffic, wide cove known for deep water. Newly installed steel retaining wall lines the shoreline. Lot features a gentle slope toward the water allowing flexibility in architectural design. Whether you are imagining a contemporary retreat or a timeless family compound, this premier homesite provides the canvas to create something truly extraordinary. Lake Athens is approximately 1800 acres with a maximum depth of 50' located in Athens of East Texas and widely known for its cleanliness, great fishing, low traffic and beauty. Lake Athens is conveniently located just an hour and a half from DFW making the commute a pleasant one. Imagine waking up to a beautiful water view and then casting a line from your private dock and boat house. Lake lots in Windward Cove were sold out originally and rarely come available! Not in city limits.
Courtesy: Exit Realty Pro
903-567-7777
Discover the perfect setting for your future home on this beautiful 10-acre tract located in a deed-restricted subdivision. The property is cleared and offers plenty of open space to bring your vision to life, whether you’re dreaming of a custom home, room to spread out, or a peaceful country retreat. Utilities are available, making it easier to begin planning your future homesite. Enjoy the privacy and space of acreage living while being part of a thoughtfully restricted community designed to help maintain the character and appeal of the area. With approximately 10 acres to work with, there is plenty of room to create the property you’ve been envisioning. Owner financing is available, providing an additional purchasing option for qualified buyers.
Courtesy: Stewart & McGee Real Estate
903-675-5207
BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME JUST MINUTES FROM BEAUTIFUL LAKE ATHENS! This 1.86-acre corner lot offers a rare opportunity to own an OPEN BUILDABLE PROPERTY in the desirable Lake Front Shores addition. Mostly cleared with mature trees thoughtfully scattered throughout, the property offers a beautiful balance of open space, shade, and privacy with plenty of room to create the home and outdoor space you’ve been envisioning. A WATER METER IS ALREADY INSTALLED, ELECTRIC IS AVAILABLE AT THE ROAD, and the property is FULLY FENCED giving you a great head start on your future plans. Enjoy peaceful surroundings, abundant wildlife, and a quiet country atmosphere while still being close to everything Athens has to offer. Lake Athens is just minutes away for boating, fishing, and recreation, and you’ll also be conveniently located near the Athens Boathouse for dining and beautiful lake views. Shopping, schools, medical facilities, and other local amenities are all within a short drive. With space, utilities already available, and an unbeatable location near the lake, this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss!
Courtesy: Stewart & McGee Real Estate
903-675-5207
REDUCED — 3.3 ACRES IN WATER’S EDGE RANCH! Discover the beauty, privacy, and peaceful East Texas lifestyle offered by this exceptional 3.3-acre homesite in Water’s Edge Ranch, one of the Athens area’s most desirable gated communities. Set among 2,150 acres of rolling countryside, this beautiful property features gently rolling terrain, mature trees, and an inviting natural setting—an ideal backdrop for building the home or weekend retreat you’ve been dreaming about. Water’s Edge Ranch was thoughtfully designed with spacious homesites that provide room to breathe, added privacy, and beautiful views throughout the community. At the heart of the ranch is a spectacular 328-acre private lake, offering residents the opportunity to enjoy fishing, boating, and peaceful days on the water. Community amenities add to the resort-style atmosphere, including a swimming pool and private boat launch, while the gated entrance provides an added sense of privacy and exclusivity. Whether you envision a full-time residence surrounded by nature or a relaxing East Texas getaway from the city, this property offers the space, setting, and lifestyle to make it your own. Now reduced and ready for its new owner—come experience Water’s Edge Ranch and see why this 3.3-acre property is such a special place to build your dream home.
Courtesy: RE/MAX Benchmark
903-677-3819
Discover one of the most beautiful homesites in Waters Edge Ranch! This exceptional 6-acre property offers the perfect blend of breathtaking views, privacy, and versatility. Whether you envision building on the level homesite near the picturesque pond or taking advantage of the elevated hilltop location to capture panoramic valley views and unforgettable sunsets, great fishing, the possibilities are endless. Scattered throughout the property are beautiful, mature trees that provide shade, character, and a peaceful natural setting. Spend your evenings overlooking the tranquil pond as deer and other wildlife wander through or relax on the hilltop where you'll enjoy sweeping views of the East Texas countryside and spectacular sunset skies. Located in the sought-after, gated community of Waters Edge Ranch, you'll enjoy resort-style amenities including a private lake, community pool, pickleball courts, boat launch, RV park, and miles of scenic roads perfect for walking or biking. If you've been searching for a property that truly, has it all—a pond, mature trees, multiple build sites, stunning valley views, incredible sunsets, and room to create your dream retreat—this is the one you've been waiting for. Come experience the beauty of Waters Edge Ranch and imagine the possibilities!
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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.
