Overton Texas Ranch Land for Sale Rusk County in East Texas

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OVERTON TEXAS RANCH LAND FOR SALE IN RUSK COUNTY

2162 CR 174, Overton TX 75684

Offered at

$440,000

Acres

32.028 ±

MLS #

25016368

Turnkey 32-Acre East Texas Ranchette in Overton – Hay Fields, Timber, Pond & Barn | Rusk County Land for Sale

Productive Hay Fields and Rolling Pastures on 32+ Acres in Rusk County, Texas

This 32.208-acre property at 2162 CR 174 in Overton delivers exactly what serious East Texas land buyers seek: productive hay fields, established pastures ready for cattle or horses, and fertile soils that have supported agricultural operations for generations. The rolling terrain creates natural drainage while maximizing usable acreage for grazing, hay production, or row crops. At $440,000, this ranchette offers immediate agricultural income potential with the infrastructure already in place to start working the land.

3,500 Square Foot Metal Barn Handles Equipment, Hay, and Livestock

The large metal barn accommodates tractors, implements, hay storage, and livestock shelter under one roof. This versatile structure converts easily to a workshop, equipment storage, or agriculture operation headquarters. Finding acreage with a barn this size already constructed significantly reduces startup costs for farming or ranching operations.

Mature Hardwood Timber Creates Natural Wildlife Corridors and Privacy

Wooded drainages lined with oak, hickory, and pine characteristic of the Piney Woods ecoregion provide excellent whitetail deer and wild hog habitat. These mature stands offer shade for livestock during East Texas summers, natural privacy screening from neighboring properties, and a sustainable timber resource. The mix of open pasture and forested bottomland supports healthy populations of whitetail deer, wild hogs, and small game including squirrel and dove.

Stocked Pond Serves Dual Purpose for Livestock and Wildlife

The 0.15-acre stock tank provides reliable water for cattle and horses while attracting wildlife year-round. This asset eliminates the significant expense of drilling a well or building new water features, and the established pond supports the property's hunting and outdoor recreation appeal.

Country Home Ready for Renovation or Immediate Shelter

The existing home offers a practical path to country living without new construction timelines. Modest updates transform this structure into a functional residence, or use it as a weekend cabin while planning a custom build elsewhere on the acreage.

Existing Utilities Eliminate Major Development Costs

Electricity, water service, and a conventional septic system are already in place. This infrastructure represents thousands of dollars in savings compared to raw land purchases and removes the permitting delays and contractor scheduling that can push move-in timelines out by months. Buyers can focus resources on improvements rather than basic utility installation.

Kilgore ISD Schools Serve This Rusk County Property

The property falls within Kilgore Independent School District, which earned a "B" rating from the Texas Education Agency and maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of approximately 15:1. The district's Kilgore High School competes in UIL athletics and academics, and students have access to Kilgore College for dual credit and early college opportunities.

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Rusk County History: From Railroad Town to Oil Boom Legacy

Rusk County was established in 1843 and named for Thomas Jefferson Rusk, Secretary of War for the Republic of Texas. The Henderson and Overton Branch Railroad, completed in the 1870s, connected agricultural communities to regional markets and positioned Overton as a principal shipping point for the International-Great Northern rail system.

The October 1930 discovery of oil by Columbus "Dad" Joiner on the Daisy Bradford lease near Joinerville transformed Rusk County virtually overnight. Overton's population exploded from 426 in 1931 to 4,500 by 1936, and the town weathered the Great Depression largely unscathed thanks to petroleum revenues. Today, natural gas production continues alongside the region's agricultural traditions of cattle ranching, hay production, and timber harvesting.

East Texas Piney Woods Climate Supports Year-Round Agriculture

The Piney Woods ecoregion receives approximately 50 inches of annual rainfall, the highest in Texas, supporting lush pastures, productive hay fields, and diverse timber stands without irrigation. Summer temperatures average 87-92°F with mild winters rarely dropping below 35°F. This climate extends the grazing season and supports multiple hay cuttings annually.

Soils in Rusk County are predominantly deep sandy loams with slightly acidic pH levels ideal for pine production and improved pasture grasses. The Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center located in Overton provides local agricultural expertise, soil testing services, and beef cattle and forage research directly applicable to properties like this one.

Texas State Railroad and Regional Attractions

The historic Texas State Railroad operates vintage steam locomotive excursions on a 25-mile route between Rusk and Palestine through the heart of the Piney Woods. This heritage railroad, established in 1883, offers scenic day trips approximately 40 minutes from the property. Martin Creek Lake State Park, located 25 miles east near Tatum, provides fishing, camping, and paddling on a warm-water lake known for year-round bass fishing.

Lake Tyler and Lake Tyler East, covering nearly 5,000 surface acres, lie just west of Overton and serve as the Tyler metropolitan area's primary water supply while offering excellent recreational fishing. Tyler State Park, with its 64-acre spring-fed lake and CCC-built facilities, provides camping, hiking, and swimming approximately 35 miles from the property.

Overton's Strategic Location Between Tyler and Longview

Drive Times and Distances to Nearby East Texas Cities

Commuters, weekend ranchers, and investors benefit from this property's accessibility to major East Texas employment and population centers:

Kilgore – 11 miles, 17 minutes (East Texas Oil Museum, Kilgore College)
Henderson – 15 miles, 25 minutes (Rusk County seat, courthouse, medical facilities)
Tyler – 23 miles, 33 minutes (UT Health East Texas, Broadway Square Mall, Tyler Rose Garden)
Longview – 25 miles, 30 minutes (LeTourneau University, Longview Mall, regional medical center)
Dallas – 120 miles, approximately 2 hours (via I-20)

East Texas offers multiple flight options for business travel and private aviation:

East Texas Regional Airport (GGG) – Longview, 23 miles. American Airlines service to Dallas/Fort Worth.
Tyler Pounds Regional Airport (TYR) – Tyler, 28 miles. American Airlines service to Dallas/Fort Worth.
Rusk County Airport – Henderson, approximately 18 miles. General aviation.

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) – 142 miles, approximately 2.5 hours. Full international service.
Dallas Love Field (DAL) – 120 miles, approximately 2 hours. Southwest Airlines hub.
Shreveport Regional Airport (SHV) – 81 miles. Additional commercial options.

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Overton, Texas Ranch Land For Sale in Rusk County

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32 acres of productive hay fields, mature timber, and rolling pasture in Overton. Stocked pond, 3,500 SF barn, existing home, and all utilities in place. Ready to ranch, ready to build, ready to live.