About 5205 Fm Rd. 279 Road
This 23.5-acre property, located just outside the charming town of Ben Wheeler, offers endless possibilities. Enjoy the recently remodeled 960 SF brick home, or use it as a guest house while you build your custom dream home. The updates include a new roof, windows, HVAC system, flooring, kitchen and bathroom cabinetry, granite countertops, appliances, and lighting. Outdoors, the owner has replaced the aerobic system and water well. The property features a pipe-front fence with a gated entrance, sandy soil, a peaceful fishing pond, and scattered trees. It’s move-in ready and in a prime location with excellent schools in Van. Additional possibilities for development include a subdivision, self-storage units, or an RV park. Additional acreage is available.
Features of 5205 Fm Rd. 279 Road
| MLS® # | 20828279 |
|---|---|
| Price | $500,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1.00 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 960 |
| Acres | 23.50 |
| Year Built | 1985 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Farm/Ranch |
| Style | Traditional |
| Status | Closed |
Community Information
| Address | 5205 Fm Rd. 279 Road |
|---|---|
| Subdivision | J Smith Surv Ab 825 |
| City | Ben Wheeler |
| County | Van Zandt |
| State | Texas |
| Zip Code | 75754 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Aerobic Septic, Asphalt, Co-op Electric, Electricity Available, Outside City Limits, Private Water, Septic, Well |
|---|---|
| Garages | Driveway, Gated, Gravel |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | Decorative Lighting, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central, Electric, Fireplace(s) |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplaces | Brick, Wood Burning |
Exterior
| Lot Description | Acreage, Agricultural, Many Trees, Oak, Pine, Pasture, Tank/ Pond |
|---|---|
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Construction | Brick |
| Foundation | Slab |
School Information
| District | Van ISD |
|---|---|
| Elementary | Rhodes |
| Middle | Van |
| High | Van |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | January 27th, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Date Sold | October 27th, 2025 |
| Days on Market | 596 |
Listing Details
| Agent | Frank Roberts |
|---|---|
| Office | RE/MAX Landmark |
| Contact Info | 972-524-0689 |