Unrestricted 15.8 Acres Surrounded by Texas Forest

Payment

Payment Notes:

Warranty of Title: The property will be conveyed via a general warranty deed, guaranteeing you free and clear title to the property.

We accept Cash or 3rd party financing with a pre-approval letter.

We do not offer owner financing. No payment options are available for this property.

Paying a 3% Buyer's Agent Commission!

15.8 Unrestricted Acres Near Livingston – Open Land, No HOA, Piney Woods, Polk County TX

Room to Breathe in the East Texas Pines

Most of what's available in Polk County is dense timber you have to fight your way through. This one is different. Nearly 16 acres of open ground on the edge of the Piney Woods — scattered trees, open sky, and enough quiet that you can hear yourself think. The kind of place where you can stand in the middle of your land, look around in every direction, and not see a soul.

Located about 26 miles south of Livingston in southern Polk County, this property sits in one of the most affordable, low-restriction pockets of East Texas remaining within striking distance of Houston. Flat terrain at 150 feet of elevation, no floodplain, roughly 671×987 feet. What's here is a blank page: open ground, scattered trees, and room to build whatever you want without asking anyone's permission.

And there are zero permissions to ask. No HOA, no deed restrictions. Mobiles, barndominiums, tiny homes, RVs, and camping are all allowed. Bring your plans or make them up as you go.

Power is available through Sam Houston Electric. Water is via private well, hauling, or alternative systems. Fiber-optic internet is accessible — uncommon out here. Septic or an alternative system would handle sewer. Annual taxes run $151.26. Warranty deed. No liens, no back taxes.

The surrounding country is serious East Texas — the outer edge of the Big Thicket, where loblolly pine, sweetgum, and Southern magnolia crowd the roadsides and whitetail, hog, and turkey have plenty of room to move. Lake Livingston — the second-largest lake within Texas borders, with over 90,000 surface acres — is about 26 miles north, with Lake Livingston State Park on its shores. Big Thicket National Preserve, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and one of the most biologically diverse places in North America, covers thousands of acres in Polk County's eastern reaches. Martin Dies Jr. State Park, on the edge of the Big Thicket at B.A. Steinhagen Lake, is roughly 40 miles east. The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas — whose ancestors settled this part of East Texas in the 1780s — still maintains their reservation here in Polk County.

Houston is about 75 miles south. Beaumont is roughly 47 miles. Sam Houston State University is 44 miles west in Huntsville. Texas A&M is approximately 90 miles west in College Station.

Open, unrestricted land this close to Houston doesn't come up often at this price point. Build your barndo, roll in your camper, or just hold it while the area grows around you. Call or text 855-833-5263.

Quick Facts

15.8 Acres, No HOA, Open Ground Near the Big Thicket

15.831 acres of open, unrestricted land in southern Polk County, TX — approximately 26 miles south of Livingston. Flat terrain, 150 ft elevation, no floodplain. Roughly 671×987 ft. Scattered trees on otherwise open ground. No HOA, no deed restrictions. Mobiles, barndominiums, tiny homes, RVs, and camping all permitted. Power available via Sam Houston Electric; water via private well or alternatives; fiber-optic internet accessible; septic or alternative needed for sewer. Whitetail, hog, and turkey country. Lake Livingston (~90,000 surface acres, second-largest lake in Texas) approximately 26 miles north; Lake Livingston State Park nearby. Big Thicket National Preserve (UNESCO Biosphere Reserve) in eastern Polk County. Martin Dies Jr. State Park ~40 miles east. Houston ~75 miles south; Beaumont ~47 miles. Annual taxes: $151.26. Warranty deed. No liens, no back taxes. GPS: 30.502, -94.7435. APN: 10071004500-2.

Visiting the Property

You are welcome to visit the property at your convenience and anytime while it's still available. However, we HIGHLY recommend checking-in with us prior to visiting the property in case the property has gone under contract or already sold.

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Property Information

Property Features

Property Survey, HOA, & Additional Documents

• Property Survey

Utilities

🔌 Power:  Sam Houston Electric – (936) 327-5711 or Solar, wind, propane, or alternative energy source.

💧 Water: Water well, collection, hauling/delivery, or alternative.

🚽 Sewer: City of Livingston or Septic or alternative sewer system.

🗑️ Trash: Republic Services

☎️ Phone: Cellular, VOIP (see internet below), and satellite phone through Iridium, Globalstar, or Inmarsat.

🌐 Internet: Satellite internet through Starlink, HughesNet, or ViaSat.

📺 Cable: Satellite cable through Dish or DirectTV.

Nearby Cities

• 26 miles to Livingston
• 44 miles to Conroe
• 47 miles to Beaumont
• 75 miles to Houston

County Contacts

County Assessor: Tatum White – (936) 327-6801 – https://polk-tax.com/

County Treasurer: Terri Williams – (936) 327-6816 – https://www.polktx.gov/page/polk.County.Treasurer

County Clerk: Schelana Hock – (936) 327-6805 – https://www.polktx.gov/page/polk.County.Clerk 

County Zoning: Polk County Permit Department – (936) 327-6820 –

County Health: Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) – Polk County – (936) 328-8240

County CAD: Chad Hill – (936) 327-2174 – https://polkcad.org/

County GIS: (936) 327-6826 –  https://polkcountyoem.com/page/county_web_map

Closing Costs and Fees

* If Buyer elects to close through a third-party title company, Buyer will bear all closing costs and expenses, including Seller’s title policy and Seller's escrow fees. Closing through a title company typically takes 30-45 days, depending on the county, title company, and transaction activity in the area.

Driving Directions and GPS Coordinates

🚗 Driving Directions from Livingston, TX

📍 Take the TX-146/SH146S South for approx. 19 miles

📍 Turn left onto FM 787 E

📍 Turn left onto Holly Grove Rd

📍 Continue on County Line Rd S

📍 Turn left onto Maze Rd

Google Map

If you click the blue Directions link below, 👇 you can get Google turn-by-turn directions to the property on any device. The map coordinates for the Google Map below are for the approximate center of the property and not the entrance, gate, or primary access point for the property. Google Maps may provide driving directions that require the use of private or abandoned roads or may require you to go through gates located on private property. Do not trespass on private property! Some properties will require a 4-wheel drive vehicle or may be inaccessible in certain weather conditions. Please don't get stuck or lost.

Additional Notes

As-Is and As-Available: This property is being sold property “as-is” and “as-available.” No representations as to fitness for a particular purpose have been made. No verbal claims or promises have been made. Please see our Terms of Service for more information.

Contract: After making your initial deposit, we will email you the purchase and sale agreement, which includes a warranty deed. Agreements are prepared manually and will be sent out Monday through Friday between 9 AM and 5 PM CST. Thank you for your patience.

No Monthly Payments: We are not offering seller financing on this property. This is an all-cash transaction. We are not offering a payment plan. If you would like to finance your purchase of the property, please contact a third-party lender prior to making your deposit. We will not sign a purchase and sale agreement that is contingent upon third-party financing without a pre-approval letter.

3% Buyer's Agent Commission: You are not required to have an agent or broker assist you with purchasing this property. However, if the Buyer does use an agent, and the Seller is made aware of this prior to an agreement on price or signed contract, the Seller will pay a 3% commission to the Buyer's licensed agent or broker.

Maps and GPS Coordinates: Maps and GPS coordinates are believed to be accurate, but accuracy is not guaranteed. The information contained in the maps should not be considered a “legal description,” and the maps and GPS coordinates are not a replacement for a survey. We have taken reasonable steps to ensure that parcel lines, maps, and coordinates are in fact accurate, but third-party geographical information system (GIS) providers, including information from the county, often contain errors and inaccuracies.