Emory Real Estate

Emory: A Hidden Gem in Rains County, Texas

Nestled in the heart of Rains County, Texas, lies the charming city of Emory. Known for its serene surroundings and friendly community, Emory offers a unique blend of small-town charm and modern conveniences. With a population of just over 1,200 residents, this hidden gem provides a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Emory boasts a rich history dating back to the mid-1800s when it was first settled. Today, the city retains its historic charm with well-preserved buildings and landmarks that tell the story of its past. Visitors can explore the Emory Heritage Park, which features a collection of historic buildings and artifacts, offering a glimpse into Emory's heritage.

Nature enthusiasts will find plenty to explore in and around Emory. The city is surrounded by picturesque landscapes, including the beautiful Lake Fork Reservoir, which is renowned for its excellent fishing opportunities. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy boating, hiking, and camping in the nearby Cooper Lake State Park or take a leisurely stroll along the scenic trails of the Rains County Park.

Emory also offers a range of amenities to cater to its residents' needs. The city is home to a variety of local shops, restaurants, and services, providing everything from everyday essentials to unique boutiques. Emory Independent School District ensures quality education for the community's children, making it an ideal place for families to settle down.

If you're looking for a tranquil and close-knit community to call home, Emory in Rains County, Texas, is worth considering. With its rich history, natural beauty, and small-town charm, Emory offers a laid-back lifestyle that is sure to captivate you.

Newest Listings in Emory

$95,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 21372422 MLS

Why rent a room when you come fishing, here is your weekend place with room to park your boat under the double carport with large storage room. Your fishing trip or place in the country is waiting for you. Property being sold as is and with your updates and upgrades, this will be a shining star on the way to Lake Fork and that record Bass that's waiting. Driveway coming off the highway is shared with the adjoining property. An easement will be granted. Come check this out, just minutes from Lake Fork, Town, and only about one and half hours from the Dallas Metro-Plex.

2379 Fm 515, Emory

$265,000

21368320 MLS

Build your dream lake retreat on this beautiful 0.83-acre waterfront lot on Lake Fork! Offering additional leaseback frontage, a concrete retaining wall, and ample space for a future boathouse, this property provides an exceptional setting for a custom home or weekend getaway. Enjoy peaceful waterfront views, direct access to one of Texas’ premier fishing lakes, and plenty of room to design the lake lifestyle you’ve been dreaming of. Located on a quiet county road near Emory, this is a rare opportunity to secure a spacious waterfront homesite on legendary Lake Fork. No HOA.

00 Rs County Road 3500, Emory

$549,999

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 21363468 MLS

Welcome to this stunning custom-built modern farm style home nestled on over an acre of beautiful, tree-filled land in Emory, Texas. Thoughtfully designed with a perfect blend of modern style and timeless farmhouse charm .Tucked away in the prestigious Spring Creek neighborhood , this beautiful 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and functionality . Step inside to an inviting open-concept floor plan with soaring vaulted ceilings accented by beautiful wood beams, creating a warm and impressive gathering space. The kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, offering plenty of room to host. The spacious primary bedroom features large windows that fill the room with natural light and a stunning vaulted ceiling that adds an open, airy feel. The private ensuite bathroom offers a soaking tub, a stand-alone shower, dual sinks, and a large walk-in closet, while the secondary bedrooms share a convenient Jack and Jill bathroom. Outside, enjoy over an acre of mature trees and peaceful scenery, offering plenty of room to relax, entertain, and there's plenty of room for a workshop or pool. NO HOA!! Fiber internet. Builders warranty and 2023 new construction this home is a MUST SEE!!!

222 Rs County Road 4269, Emory

$875,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 21365829 MLS

Beautiful horse property with a custom home featuring an open floor plan, scored and stained concrete floors, and covered porches. The spacious kitchen offers custom cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar. The large primary bedroom includes a sitting area, huge shower, double sinks, and claw foot tub. The property is thoughtfully set up for country living and livestock, with a 40x60 metal workshop featuring electricity and water, plus 1 bedroom 1 bath guest quarters. The 1,600 SF barn provides plenty of open space for horses, equipment, or storage. A spacious 125x225 sandy arena provides an ideal space for riding, training, and exercising horses. Four pastures have water access, along with two ponds and a second barn. Additional features include a metal roof, electric entry gate, and the property has an ag exemption in place. With approximately 600 feet of State Highway 276 frontage, this property offers a great combination of comfortable living, space for livestock, and room to work and enjoy the country.

3503 State Highway 276, Emory

$310,500

21358301 MLS

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME BENEATH TOWERING EAST TEXAS TREES IN AN EXCEPTIONAL EMORY LOCATION! This beautiful wooded 13+- acre residential lot offers the rare combination of mature trees, pond, privacy, small-town convenience, lake recreation, and easy access to Tyler and the DFW Metroplex. Located along scenic, tree-lined RS County Road 1150 just off SH-19 and less than a mile south of Downtown Emory, each homesite is surrounded by towering hardwoods and native trees that create incredible shade, character, and a naturally secluded setting. Choose the perfect building site, preserve the trees you love, and create a custom home, cabin, barndominium, or peaceful weekend retreat tucked into classic East Texas beauty. Emory sits in the heart of some of the region's most desirable outdoor recreation and is widely known as a gateway to legendary Lake Fork, one of Texas' premier bass fishing destinations. Enjoy quick access to world-class fishing, boating, marinas, waterfront dining, and lake life, while nearby Lake Tawakoni adds even more opportunities for fishing, boating, swimming, camping, and weekend adventure. This central East Texas location keeps Tyler within approximately an hour and the DFW Metroplex within comfortable driving distance, making it ideal for a full-time residence, second home, or weekend escape. Downtown Emory, shopping, dining, schools, and everyday necessities are all close by, yet the wooded surroundings deliver the peaceful feel buyers are searching for. SELLER FINANCING AVAILABLE! Proposed terms include 35 %down, 11% interest, 20-year amortization, and a 2-year balloon, subject to seller approval. Wooded homesites with this combination of mature trees, lake access, convenience, and location are increasingly hard to find. Bring your plans and claim your piece of East Texas! Smaller & Larger versions also available under a separate MLS listings.

Tract C Tract C Rs County Road 1150, Emory

$163,875

21358408 MLS

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME BENEATH TOWERING EAST TEXAS TREES IN AN EXCEPTIONAL EMORY LOCATION! This beautiful wooded residential lot offers the rare combination of mature trees, privacy, small-town convenience, lake recreation, and easy access to Tyler and the DFW Metroplex. Located along scenic, tree-lined RS County Road 1150 just off SH-19 and less than a mile south of Downtown Emory, each homesite is surrounded by towering hardwoods and native trees that create incredible shade, character, and a naturally secluded setting. Choose the perfect building site, preserve the trees you love, and create a custom home, cabin, barndominium, or peaceful weekend retreat tucked into classic East Texas beauty. Emory sits in the heart of some of the region's most desirable outdoor recreation and is widely known as a gateway to legendary Lake Fork, one of Texas' premier bass fishing destinations. Enjoy quick access to world-class fishing, boating, marinas, waterfront dining, and lake life, while nearby Lake Tawakoni adds even more opportunities for fishing, boating, swimming, camping, and weekend adventure. This central East Texas location keeps Tyler within approximately an hour and the DFW Metroplex within comfortable driving distance, making it ideal for a full-time residence, second home, or weekend escape. Downtown Emory, shopping, dining, schools, and everyday necessities are all close by, yet the wooded surroundings deliver the peaceful feel buyers are searching for. SELLER FINANCING AVAILABLE! Proposed terms include 35% down, 11% interest, 20-year amortization, and a 2-year balloon, subject to seller approval. Wooded homesites with this combination of mature trees, lake access, convenience, and location are increasingly hard to find. Bring your plans and claim your piece of East Texas! Smaller & Larger versions also available under a separate MLS listings.

Lot 8 Rs County Road 1150, Emory

$163,875

21358345 MLS

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME BENEATH TOWERING EAST TEXAS TREES IN AN EXCEPTIONAL EMORY LOCATION! This beautiful wooded residential lot offers the rare combination of mature trees, pond, privacy, small-town convenience, lake recreation, and easy access to Tyler and the DFW Metroplex. Located along scenic, tree-lined RS County Road 1150 just off SH-19 and less than a mile south of Downtown Emory, each homesite is surrounded by towering hardwoods and native trees that create incredible shade, character, and a naturally secluded setting. Choose the perfect building site, preserve the trees you love, and create a custom home, cabin, barndominium, or peaceful weekend retreat tucked into classic East Texas beauty. Emory sits in the heart of some of the region's most desirable outdoor recreation and is widely known as a gateway to legendary Lake Fork, one of Texas' premier bass fishing destinations. Enjoy quick access to world-class fishing, boating, marinas, waterfront dining, and lake life, while nearby Lake Tawakoni adds even more opportunities for fishing, boating, swimming, camping, and weekend adventure. This central East Texas location keeps Tyler within approximately an hour and the DFW Metroplex within comfortable driving distance, making it ideal for a full-time residence, second home, or weekend escape. Downtown Emory, shopping, dining, schools, and everyday necessities are all close by, yet the wooded surroundings deliver the peaceful feel buyers are searching for. SELLER FINANCING AVAILABLE! Proposed terms include 35 %down, 11% interest, 20-year amortization, and a 2-year balloon, subject to seller approval. Wooded homesites with this combination of mature trees, lake access, convenience, and location are increasingly hard to find. Bring your plans and claim your piece of East Texas! Smaller & Larger versions also available under a separate MLS listings.

Lot 7 Rs County Road 1150, Emory

$1,563,075

21358295 MLS

PREMIER HARD CORNER COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY IN EMORY, TEXAS! Strategically positioned at the highly visible SW corner of State Highway 19 and RS County Road 1150, this exceptional 16.2± acre commercial tract offers outstanding exposure with 300± feet of frontage on SH-19, nearly 500± feet on RS CR 1150, dual road access, and approximately 7,079 vehicles per day (TxDOT AADT). Recently zoned Commercial and located within the Emory city limits, nearby city utilities and services provide outstanding potential for immediate development or long-term investment. Located just over one mile from Downtown Emory, this premier site fronts the primary corridor connecting Interstate 20, Emory, and world-famous Lake Fork, capturing steady local traffic, commuters, tourists, and anglers year-round. Rains County continues to experience strong growth, fueling demand for retail, restaurants, medical, professional offices, hospitality, convenience stores, service businesses, and mixed-use development. The level, cleared tract is outside the FEMA floodplain, offering exceptional flexibility for a wide variety of commercial uses. Multiple adjoining commercial tracts are available, providing the opportunity to acquire up to approximately 30± contiguous acres for large-scale retail, commercial, hospitality, industrial, medical, or mixed-use development. Seller is willing to subdivide or combine tracts and may offer seller financing to accommodate your development goals. Proposed terms include 35% down, 11% interest, 20-year amortization, and a 2-year balloon (subject to seller approval). Whether you're establishing a flagship business, expanding your investment portfolio, or securing one of the most visible commercial sites in Northeast Texas, opportunities with this level of visibility, flexibility, and growth potential are increasingly rare. See the overview map and flyer for additional available tracts. Smaller & Larger versions also available under a separate MLS listings.

Tract B Tract B State Hwy 19 & Rs County Road 1150, Emory

$454,240

21362625 MLS

Discover 26.76 beautiful acres made up of two 13.38-acre tracts, offering the perfect blend of open space and wooded privacy. The property carries a current Ag Exemption, keeping taxes impressively low. A generous clearing on the CR 1300 side is ideal for building your dream home, while the CR 1295 side provides excellent hunting opportunities. A small creek runs along the back of the land, adding natural charm and wildlife appeal. Utilities available at the street on both sides. Conveniently located near Lake Fork and Lake Tawakoni, this property delivers country living with easy access to premier fishing and recreation.

Tbd County Rd., Emory

$448,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 21363250 MLS

Nestled along the 8th hole of Lake Fork Golf Course, this beautifully single story home is located in one of the area’s most sought-after subdivisions—complete with a private community boat ramp to world-famous Lake Fork. Offering over 2,600 square feet, this home features a spacious open-concept layout with a large kitchen, vaulted ceilings, and a stunning brick fireplace that anchors the main living area. The split-bedroom floor plan provides privacy, while abundant windows showcase picturesque golf course and countryside views, along with mature trees that offer relaxing afternoon shade. Enjoy outdoor living at its best with a generous 10x23 front porch and an expansive 8x35 covered back patio—perfect for entertaining friends after a day on the water or the course. Additional features include a 10x18 workshop or golf cart storage space. The oversized primary suite includes a private en-suite bath and a large walk-in closet, creating a comfortable retreat at the end of the day. Opportunities like this don’t come around often—golf course homes in this community are truly rare. Schedule your showing today and bring your best offer! Buyer to verify all information.

249 Private Rd, Emory

$525,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 21361183 MLS

Waterfront on the world-famous Lake Fork, this Satterwhite custom log home offers a setting where the lake and the wildlife are part of everyday life. Step onto the back porch and watch deer wander through the yard, often close enough to enjoy from the porch without disturbing them. The screened and partially wraparound porch is a great place to sit and watch the lake, wildlife and changing seasons. The home is built for comfort and efficiency, with the natural insulating qualities of the log construction helping maintain a comfortable temperature through the seasons. Inside, the vaulted ceiling, large upper windows and Colorado Ash wood give the living area an open, warm feel. An Oklahoma River Rock wood-burning fireplace anchors the living room. The kitchen has plenty of cabinet space, a breakfast bar and a drop-in Jenn-Air electric cooktop. The large primary bedroom has bay windows overlooking the lake, along with a spacious ensuite bath featuring a Jacuzzi tub and his-and-her walk-in closets. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms with ensuite baths are separated by a catwalk overlooking the living room and kitchen. Outside, the waterfront is the real attraction. Fish from your private dock, enjoy the lake from the porch, or simply sit back and watch the deer move through the backyard. The dock does need some work, and the repairs can be negotiated as part of the sale. This is a place where you can enjoy Lake Fork from your own waterfront property while still having the privacy and natural setting that make a log home on the lake special.

1147 Rs County Road 3503, Emory

$2,250,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 21359428 MLS

Welcome to Rolling Hills Ranch! Rare opportunity to own 38.71 acres of deeded land and an additional 40 acre lease of Sabine River Authority land for a total of 78.71 consecutive acres of fully fenced, breathtaking land with 3 ponds, directly across the street from Lake Fork! This private ranch estate features a custom, ranch style home with 4 beds, 3 baths, 3 living areas, formal dining and office. Main living room boasts soaring vaulted ceiling and a wall of windows overlooking the beatuful terrain! Custom barrel ceiling entryway and hallway, 3 fireplaces and oversized primary suite with sitting area. 60x40 horse barn with 6 stalls, maternity area, a tack room, and attached bunkhouse with full bathroom and kitchenette. 5 stalls have attached outside runs, 3 round pens and a loading chute. Additional 40x30 shop with electricity with second floor storage, RV hookup and seperate hay barn that can hold up to 115 bales of hay. Opportunities are endless for a working ranch or for developers! Walking distance to boat ramp.

351 Rs County Road 3378, Emory

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