
55 acres in Smith County
Property Snapshot
55 acres in Smith County
Price
$2,500,000
Acreage
55.57 acres
Primary Use
Recreational
Also suited for Ranch, Hunting
County
Smith County

Listing Agent
Overview
Property Description
Highlights
- Located 1.5 miles north of Whitehouse, Texas, and eight miles southeast of Tyler, Texas, on County Road 2123.
- Thick hardwood timber consisting of oak, locust, and pine covers rolling terrain draining into Hill Creek.
- Existing perimeter fencing on the northern boundary and a winding road lead into the towering hardwoods.
- A small pond centrally located on the property provides year-round water for wildlife.
- Waterfowl hunters will find the pond, feeder creeks, and slough provide outstanding habitat for ducks.
- Multiple prominent high points offer outstanding views of East Texas and potential home sites.
Property Description
The Burkett Estate is multiuse property that is located 1.5 miles North of Whitehouse and only eight miles Southeast of Tyler, Texas offering excellent development potential, an impressive future homestead site, as well several other potential uses. This estate has a great mix of thick hardwood timber consisting of oak, locust, and pine with rolling terrain that drains into Hill Creek at the Southern edge of the property. The Northern end of this beautiful tract has good existing perimeter fencing and a road that winds around to the deepest part the towering hardwoods. Several higher prominent points offer outstanding views of East Texas, especially during the late fall when oaks paint the countryside with their brilliant foliage. These locations would offer excellent potential home sites for anyone looking to build. Located just outside the city limits of Whitehouse, Texas. There are no zoning requirements or restrictions tied to this property. In addition, this tract is positioned just eight miles from the heart of downtown Tyler and its rapidly expanding economy making this property a sought-after investment. Several pockets of this timber have been cleared within the last several years and provide new forbs and growth for wildlife such as whitetail deer, turkey, and wild hog that roam the area. These openings are wide enough that browse for wildlife could gain experience where it normally would not. Just a few feet away in the more shaded areas of the forest. A small pond is located neatly in the center of the property and provides year-round water. Waterfowl hunters will find the pond, with feeder creeks and a slough, allow outstanding habitat for ducks. With the Burkett Estate’s proximity to Tyler Lake, just two miles to the east, a great variety recreational activity such as boating, and fishing can be found a short drive away. Whether your interest is the outdoors or looking for a suitable place to build a new home, the Burkett Estate has a great mix of features you have been searching for!
Location
Located in Central Smith County, 1.5 Miles North of Whitehouse, Texas on County Road 2123
Improvements
Good Existing Fencing on North Boundary, County Road 2123 Blacktop Frontage, One Pond with Creek and Slough.
Wildlife
Whitetail Deer, Turkey, Waterfowl, Wild Hog, & Fishing
Derived From Public Data Sources
Land Data
This information is compiled from publicly available resources. No warranty is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of this information by agent or broker.
- Rainfall · PRISM
47 inches
The 1991 to 2020 yearly precipitation average for the property area.
- Terrain · USGS 3DEP
42 feet
From 398 ft at the low point to 440 ft at the high point.
- Soils · USDA SSURGO
4 Mapped Soil Types
Attoyac fine sandy loam; Cuthbert fine sandy loam; Mattex loam; Redsprings very gravelly sandy loam.
- Groundwater · TWDB
Water Wells Nearby
57 recorded within 5 miles. Aquifers on record: Queen City Sand of Claiborne Group, Carrizo Sand, and 1 more.
From the Property
Drive Times
- Tyler15 min9 miles
- Dallas2 hr114 miles
- Fort Worth2.5 hr145 miles
- Waco2.5 hr140 miles
- Houston3.5 hr201 miles
- Wichita Falls4 hr252 miles
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