12 acres in Smith County

Buyers searching for land, privacy, and water minutes from Tyler rarely find all three in one property. This gated, ag-exempt 12-acre private estate in Flint is centered around a nearly 3-acre stocked fishing pond with lighted dock and windmill aeration. And if you ever wanted to raise your own beef, the three acre lake is enough to hydrate a cow and still have room to fish. The main home offers approximately 3,485 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, multiple living areas, and flexible space for everyday living and entertaining. Above the garage is an additional 950-square-foot bonus room with full bathroom, that could serve as a guest suite, game room, or private retreat. The remodeled kitchen features custom cabinetry, granite countertops, Monogram gas range and microwave, tile backsplash, and thoughtful storage details. The main living area centers around a faux stone fireplace with custom mantle and ventless gas log system. Updates include new flooring, fresh paint, updated lighting, solar tubes, and renovated bathrooms. The primary bath features a rock walk-in shower with three shower heads, granite counters, updated cabinetry, and a freestanding soaking tub. Guest baths are also updated with tile walk-in showers, granite counters, and copper sinks. Outdoor features include a covered wood deck, flagstone walkways, bridge over a seasonal creek, native landscaping, fruit trees, and berry plantings. Additional improvements include a 40×24 metal shop on slab, 1200 sqft walk. out basement which currently is used as a humidor/man-cave/workshop, new roof and gutters, three new water heaters, security gate, and approximately 490-foot water well. Properties offering this combination of acreage, water, and location rarely come available near Tyler. Sellers are motivated and have priced the property below their February 2026 appraisal of $1,320,000. Schedule your private showing to experience the property in person.