East Texas Land for Sale Near Tyler Texas in Smith County

A Private Retreat on a Quiet Dead-End Road

Nine acres of East Texas land sits quietly at the end of a dead-end county road in rural Smith County, northeast of Tyler. The property has been mulcher-cleared to define boundaries and open up interior trails, giving you immediate access across the acreage from the first day you own it. Mature timber still stands along the creek corridor and throughout the tract — the kind of hardwood and mixed-timber character that takes decades to grow and cannot be replicated on a cleared lot. This is the raw material for whatever you have in mind: a private homesite, a weekend hunting retreat, a fenced livestock operation, or a place to simply step away from the noise of city life.

Smith County Rural Acreage Details

Located off County Road 385 (South Travis Drive) in the 75708 zip code, this 9-acre parcel carries no deed restrictions, which gives buyers freedom to build, fence, graze, hunt, or develop the land as they see fit. Electricity is available to the property. The tract is partially fenced with barbed wire. The land is assigned to the Chapel Hill Independent School District, a well-regarded rural district serving east-central Smith County. Current taxes are recorded at $27.41 for the 2025 tax year, reflecting the property's rural acreage classification.

Mature Timber Creek Bottom and Interior Trails

The property was partially logged in 2024, but the timber story here is far from over. Beautiful, mature hardwood and mixed timber remain standing along the creek drainage and throughout the acreage, providing canopy cover, natural beauty, and long-term value. The existing creek drainage runs through the property and creates an ideal low point for water retention — the agent's assessment identifies a natural opportunity to construct a pond of up to 1.5 acres, which would meaningfully increase both the recreational and agricultural utility of the land. The mulcher-cleared interior trails make it easy to walk or ride a side-by-side across the entire tract, letting buyers evaluate every corner of the acreage before making any decisions about improvements.

Pond Site Homesite and Livestock Potential

Few 9-acre tracts come with an identified future pond site. The existing drainage system concentrates naturally in a location that lends itself to excavation and impoundment, giving a new owner the chance to create a private fishing pond or stock tank without significant earthwork challenges. For those looking to build, the cleared areas and tree-lined creek provide both a private setting and natural windbreak suitable for a rural home or cabin. Partial barbed wire fencing is already in place, and the unrestricted nature of the land allows buyers to expand fencing for horses, cattle, goats, or other livestock without county approval barriers.

Tyler Texas and East Texas Pineywoods Region

This property sits within reach of Tyler, the largest city in Northeast Texas and the county seat of Smith County, where residents enjoy a full range of dining, shopping, medical care, and cultural amenities including the nationally known Tyler Municipal Rose Garden, the 985-acre Tyler State Park with its 64-acre spring-fed lake and 13 miles of trails, and the Caldwell Zoo. The broader East Texas Pineywoods region,d with a landscape of mixed pine and hardwood timber, creek-fed bottomlands, and rolling terrain, gives this property a natural character that defines outdoor life in this part of Texas. Within easy range are First Monday Trade Days in Canton, Lake Palestine for boating and fishing, and a connected network of rural communities that maintain the slower pace and neighborly culture East Texas has always been known for.

Drive Times to Nearby Cities and Services

Despite its private, rural setting, this property places buyers within a practical distance of employment centers, healthcare, and regional amenities across East Texas and beyond.

•       Downtown Tyler – approximately 18 miles, 25 minutes

•       Tyler State Park – approximately 22 miles, 28 minutes

•       Longview – approximately 37 miles, 45 minutes

•       Canton (First Monday Trade Days) – approximately 50 miles, 55 minutes

•       Nacogdoches – approximately 75 miles, 1 hour 20 minutes

•       Shreveport, Louisiana – approximately 95 miles, 1 hour 35 minutes

•       Dallas – approximately 100 miles, 1 hour 40 minutes

Regional and Major Airport Access

Multiple airports serve the Tyler area and surrounding region, making this property accessible for buyers who travel for business or expect out-of-town guests. Tyler Pounds Regional Airport provides the most convenient commercial service, with American Airlines operating daily nonstop flights to Dallas/Fort Worth International, connecting to destinations worldwide.

•       Regional Airports:

•       Tyler Pounds Regional Airport (TYR) – approximately 22 miles, 25 minutes

•       East Texas Regional Airport, Longview (GGG) – approximately 45 miles, 50 minutes

•       Shreveport Regional Airport (SHV) – approximately 100 miles, 1 hour 35 minutes

•       Major Airports:

•       Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) – approximately 115 miles, 1 hour 50 minutes

•       Dallas Love Field (DAL) – approximately 100 miles, 1 hour 45 minutes

Who This Smith County Land Is Right For

This tract is priced and sized for the buyer who wants a foothold in East Texas without overcommitting to large-acreage management. The unrestricted status and ready-to-walk trail network make it an immediate-use property. Homesteaders who want room for a small livestock operation, a garden, and wooded privacy will find the acreage well-suited. Hunters looking for a private weekend retreat close to Tyler will appreciate the creek cover and timber. First-time rural landowners who want to build, hold, or simply own a piece of East Texas land without complex restrictions or HOA oversight will find nine acres at this price point a compelling place to start.

Property Summary

Address: TBD CR 385, Tyler, TX 75708

County: Smith County, Texas

Total Acres: 9 acres

Current Use: Timber, Recreational

Fencing: Partial barbed wire

Utilities: Electricity available

Restrictions: None

School District: Chapel Hill ISD

Taxes (2025): $27.41

Road Frontage: 370 feet on CR 385