Property Description
Recreational Ranch,Hunting Tract,Recreational Farm,Ranchette31.738-Acre Recreational Tract Near Bullard, Smith County
Eleven acres of hardwood bottom. A creek, a spring, and a quiet pond. A hilltop home site with utilities at the road. King Farm spans 31.738 acres along FM 344 two miles east of Bullard, priced at $999,000—rural Texas land with real character, close enough to Tyler to use every weekend.
Property Details: 31.738 Acres with Hardwood Bottom and FM 344 Frontage
This Smith County tract offers approximately one-quarter mile of frontage along FM 344 E, with terrain that moves from flat open pasture into gently rolling ground climbing to a distinct hilltop. Roughly 11 acres of mature hardwood bottom anchor the property; deep shade, seasonal color, and the kind of canopy a century in the making. The open ground is already in improved grasses over sandy loam soil, with a barbed wire fence in place. The active agricultural exemption keeps annual taxes manageable and transfers value to the next owner.
Creek, Spring, and Pond: Three Water Features on One Tract
A creek runs across the northern corner of the tract, adding year-round movement to the hardwood bottom. A natural spring also sits in the north corner, contributing to the water system that keeps the bottom green through summer. A small pond rounds out the three water features as a quiet wildlife watering hole. On a tract this size, three separate water features are uncommon, and it’s what makes the property feel alive.
Recreational Use and Home Site Potential
At 31.738 acres, this tract supports the full range of rural Texas living. The hardwood bottom creates trails, shaded camps, and natural beauty for everyday walks. The hilltop catches the evening breeze and sits high enough for long views across the pasture and into the timber—a natural building pad for a primary home, weekend cabin, or bunkhouse. A large municipal waterline and electrical service are both available at the FM 344 county road boundary, removing the three largest infrastructure costs that typically complicate rural builds. For families, the address falls within Bullard Independent School District, a TEA-rated system ranked among the stronger rural districts in East Texas.
Working Ground for Cattle or Horses
For buyers who want the property to earn its keep, the open ground is ready to run cattle or horses without additional improvement. Improved grasses are established on sandy loam, the barbed wire fence is in place, and scattered hardwoods provide natural summer relief for livestock. White-tailed deer and hogs filter through the hardwood bottom between the creek, spring, and pond, supporting light recreational hunting or simple wildlife watching from the porch.
Location: Two Miles from Bullard, 15 Miles South of Tyler
King Farm sits on the FM 344 corridor in southern Smith County, anchored by Bullard’s small-town services and Tyler’s full regional amenities 15 miles north—shopping, UT Health East Texas, Tyler State Park, Caldwell Zoo, and the annual Texas Rose Festival. Just down the road sits Kiepersol, a 63-acre estate vineyard, distillery, and TripAdvisor’s top-rated restaurant in Tyler, meaning a weekend dinner out is a short drive.
Drive Times to Nearby Cities
The property’s FM 344 position gives owners fast access to Bullard, Tyler, and the Dallas metroplex for weekend travel or family visits.
- Bullard, TX – 2 miles, approximately 5 minutes
- Downtown Tyler, TX – 15 miles, approximately 25 minutes
- Jacksonville, TX – 20 miles, approximately 30 minutes
- Longview, TX – 45 miles, approximately 55 minutes
- Shreveport, LA – 115 miles, approximately 2 hours
- Dallas, TX – 112 miles, approximately 2 hours
Airport Access: Regional and International Connections
Tyler Pounds Regional Airport runs daily American Airlines service to DFW, putting the property roughly 30 minutes from a commercial gate. DFW International and Dallas Love Field provide worldwide connections within a reasonable drive.
Regional Airports:
- Tyler Pounds Regional Airport (TYR) – 18 miles, approximately 25 minutes
- Cherokee County Airport, Jacksonville (JSO) – 20 miles, approximately 30 minutes
- East Texas Regional Airport, Longview (GGG) – 50 miles, approximately 1 hour
Major Airports:
- Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) – 112 miles, approximately 2 hours
- Dallas Love Field (DAL) – 108 miles, approximately 1 hour 55 minutes
- Shreveport Regional Airport (SHV) – 115 miles, approximately 2 hours
Schedule a Private Showing
Tracts combining FM 344 frontage, 11 acres of hardwood bottom, a creek, a spring, and utilities at the road rarely come to market in southern Smith County. Contact us to walk the ground and see the hardwoods for yourself.
Property Summary
Address: 5973 FM 344 E, Tyler, TX 75703
GPS: 32.16009457526822, -95.27419893121338
Acres: 31.738
Price: $999,000
County: Smith County, Texas
Road Frontage: Approximately ¼ mile on FM 344 E
Utilities: Municipal waterline and electric at county road
Water Features: Creek across north corner, natural spring, small pond
Hardwood Bottom: Approximately 11 acres
Fencing: Barbed wire
Soil: Sandy loam
Topography: Flat to gently rolling with distinct hilltop
Vegetation: Mature hardwoods, improved grasses
Ag Exemption: Yes
School District: Bullard ISD
Wildlife: White-tailed deer, hogs
Property Details
Key Features
- 31.738 Acres Near Bullard TX
- 11 Acres of Hardwood Bottom
- Creek, Spring & Small Pond
- ¼ Mile FM 344 Road Frontage
- Hilltop Home Site Elevation
- Municipal Water at Road
- Electric Service at Road
- Ag Exemption & Bullard ISD