Rains County Real Estate

Welcome to Rains County, Texas! Nestled in the heart of the Lone Star State, Rains County offers a captivating blend of natural beauty, small-town charm, and a strong sense of community. Located in the northeastern part of Texas, Rains County is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered.

With a population of approximately 11,000 residents, Rains County provides a peaceful and serene environment away from the hustle and bustle of big cities. The county seat, Emory, serves as the hub of activity, offering a range of amenities and services to its residents.

Nature enthusiasts will find plenty to explore in Rains County. The county is home to Lake Fork, one of the premier bass fishing lakes in the state, attracting anglers from far and wide. The picturesque Lake Tawakoni State Park is also nearby, providing opportunities for camping, hiking, boating, and birdwatching.

Rains County is known for its strong sense of community and friendly atmosphere. Residents take pride in their close-knit neighborhoods and actively participate in various community events and festivals throughout the year. The county also boasts excellent schools, making it an ideal place to raise a family.

If you're looking for a peaceful retreat with a touch of southern hospitality, Rains County is the perfect destination. Whether you're seeking a weekend getaway or a place to call home, this charming county in Texas has something for everyone.

Newest Listings in Rains County

$429,900

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 21373005 MLS

Looking to retire to the peace and quiet, or just have room to play, this home may suite all your needs. Currently in Ag, this 10 acre parcel has 2 ponds and approx 75 producing pecan trees giving you a built-in hobby, or a source of seasonal income! A gated entry and a winding driveway will lead you to a meticulously cared-for 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2 car garage barndominium. Enjoy sweeping views from the massive covered front and back porches, which are perfect for evening entertaining or just enjoying your morning cups of brew! With full-length overhangs and deep porches, the current 2-2 floorplan can easily be expanded to add more bedrooms if needed. The property also features a bonus aerobic septic system (from a previous homesite), making it the ideal spot to build your dream shop or a guest house. Located in the highly-rated Lone Oak ISD and minutes from the waters of Lake Tawakoni and Lake Fork for all your water activities!

4881 White Rock, Lone Oak

$80,000

21371724 MLS

Discover this spacious, mostly open half-acre lot at 311 Harbor View Dr, East Tawakoni, nestled in a quiet, peaceful neighborhood with an inlet of Lake Tawakoni adjacent to the property. With few trees and plenty of usable space, this lot offers an ideal setting for building your dream home or weekend getaway. Enjoy easy access to fishing, boating, kayaking, and other lake recreation, all while being less than an hour from Dallas. Opportunities like this—a half-acre lakeside lot in a desirable location near Lake Tawakoni—don’t come around often! Buyer and Buyer’s Agent are responsible for performing their own due diligence and verifying all listing information.

311 Harbor Vw, Point

$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

$358,000

21370963 MLS

Great opportunity to own a small hunting tract or homestead site just minutes from a boat ramp on Lake Tawakoni and just south of Lone Oak TX. The tract has perimeter fencing and has has cattle in the past. There's a good deer population in the area and heavy travel along Schoolhouse Branch which dissects the tract and contains a hardwood bottom. The fishing on Lake Tawakoni is fantastic and waterfowl hunting is available as well so nothing, but dreams coming true.... Mix of open pasture and wooded roughly evenly split with mostly hardwoods along Schoolhouse Branch and junipers and hardwoods mixed throughout. Electricity provided by FEC Electric and Emory water already on site

Tbd Farm To Market, Lone Oak

$75,000

21370358 MLS

Commercial opportunity located in East Tawakoni. This nearly half acre lot sits directly on Highway 276, offering exceptional visibility and high traffic count and could be ideal for your business venture. Easy access in both directions, this lot provides outstanding exposure for signage and customer access. Electric on site. Whether you're looking to start a business now or invest for future growth, this property has a great location on hwy 276 and commercial business potential in a rapidly developing corridor near Lake Tawakoni. All information is approximate, buyer and buyers agent to verify all information.

157 E Hwy 276, East Tawakoni

$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

$34,990

21367212 MLS

Build your dream home on this.21-acre lot in the quiet lakeside community of East Tawakoni, TX. The neighboring .25-acre lot is also available, offering the rare opportunity to purchase a combined.46 acres for additional space and flexibility. City utilities are available at the road (no utilities currently installed on the property). Deed restrictions require a minimum 1,250 sqft site-built home, with at least 25% of the exterior constructed of rock or brick. No mobile homes, manufactured homes, trailers, or TVs are permitted. Enjoy small-town charm with convenient access to Lake Tawakoni, shopping, and dining. An excellent opportunity for a custom home or investment. Greenville, TX being 25 miles, Rockwall, TX being 40 miles away, and Royse City, TX being 35 miles away!

Tbd Lakeview Dr, East Tawakoni

$34,990

21367215 MLS

Build your dream home on this .21-acre lot in the quiet lakeside community of East Tawakoni, TX. The neighboring .25-acre lot is also available, offering the rare opportunity to purchase a combined .46 acres for additional space and flexibility. City utilities are available at the road (no utilities currently installed on the property). Deed restrictions require a minimum 1,250 sq ft site-built home, with at least 25% of the exterior constructed of rock or brick. No mobile homes, manufactured homes, trailers, or TVs are permitted. Enjoy small-town charm with convenient access to Lake Tawakoni, shopping, and dining. An excellent opportunity for a custom home or investment. Greenville, TX being 25 miles, Rockwall, TX being 40 miles away, and Royse City, TX being 35 miles away!

Tbd Lakeview Dr, East Tawakoni

$4,900

21366371 MLS

A quarter-acre near one of Northeast Texas's most popular lakes. Less than an hour from Dallas. This 0.27-acre lot in the Tawakoni Marina Estates subdivision sits flat, unrestricted, No flood zones or wetlands. A clean slate zoned residential for a future single-family home, waiting for the right long-term owner. Near a lake community that continues to grow. Hold it, watch the area develop, and decide when the moment is right to build. Fifty-nine minutes from Dallas, close to the fishing, boating, and lakeside recreation Lake Tawakoni is known for. Annual taxes run around eighty-one dollars ? a genuinely low holding cost while your plans take shape. A quarter-acre this close to a growing lake community does not come around twice.

Lot 34 Hwy 276, East Tawakoni

$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

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