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1231 Brown Rd, Longview, TX, 75605

5beds
3baths
3,680sqft
$3,500,000
$951price/sqft
$22,376/moest. monthly cost
$895,040/yrincome needed

About This Home

Set on an extraordinary 224.249 acres in one of the most sought-after areas of North Longview, this remarkable East Texas estate offers a rare combination of prime location, expansive land, and timeless character. The impressive 3,680-square-foot home, constructed of striking Oklahoma sandstone, sits proudly among rolling countryside and a beautiful hay meadow, creating a peaceful and picturesque setting. The rich texture of the sandstone gives the residence a commanding presence and enduring appeal. The stately rock exterior sets the tone for this impressive five-bedroom, three-bathroom residence. Inside, you’ll find soaring ceilings throughout and an abundance of windows that flood the home with natural light, creating a warm atmosphere. The home features a spacious family room with a cozy fireplace, as well as a charming office highlighted by a large rock fireplace, an ideal space for working from home or relaxing with a good book. The eat-in kitchen allows for casual dining space, while a separate formal dining room provides the perfect setting for gatherings and holiday meals. The layout includes two bedrooms and two full bathrooms downstairs, three bedrooms and one full bathroom upstairs. This property presents an incredible opportunity to restore and modernize a wonderful property filled with character and solid craftsmanship. With its expansive acreage, scenic hay meadow, and striking architectural features, this East Texas estate is a rare find and is ready for your vision to bring it to life. The property is predominantly wooded, providing excellent habitat for wildlife and making it ideal for hunting, recreational use, or creating a private retreat. For investors and developers, the 1,118 feet of road frontage and prime location present exciting possibilities for future development. Large acreage properties in this premier area of Longview are increasingly rare, making this a true legacy offering with unlimited potential. Don’t miss out on the chance to experience the tranquility, space, and possibilities this remarkable property has to offer for yourself.

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
22
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

9/10
Judson STEAM AcademyGrades 6-83.6 mi
6/10
Longview High SchoolGrades 8-126.5 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1953

Materials

  • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction materials: Stone/Rock

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Other Water Heater

Bedroom

  • Features: Guest BR Downstairs

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 3

Dining Room

  • Features: Breakfast Room,Separate Formal Dining

Features

  • Master Downstairs
  • Fireplace features: Two Woodburning
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: See Remarks
  • Cooling features: Other

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 3,680 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 28278 & 12505
  • Exclusions: Personal Property

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Pool features: None
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Waterfront features: Creek
  • Topography of land: Level,Rolling
  • Living area range: 3001-4000

Lot

  • Lot size: 224.43 Acres

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Garage,Garage Faces Front
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormVery High
  • Tornado
    TornadoVery High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Ice Storm
Tornado
Cold Wave
Hail
Heat Wave
Lightning
Strong Wind
Winter Weather
Inland Flooding

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Texas Counties

Flood
Hurricane

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $17,697$212,364
Home Insurance *$2,785$33,420
Property Taxes $1,490$17,880
Electricity $404$4,849
Total$22,376$268,512
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$767,177/yr
40% on housing$671,280/yr
45% on housing$596,693/yr

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Current Policies
Residential: 126,680Commercial: -4
Total Premiums$237.28M
Total Exposure$32.93B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.9%
7.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.8%
3.8%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.1%
1.1%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$951This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 75605$185
Gregg County$134

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 75605$162
Gregg County$127

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-02-14Listed for sale$3,500,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentCandace S Young
BrokerageSummers Cook & Company

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