8640 State Highway 198

Canton, TX 75103
$899,900
2,100 sqft
3 beds
3 baths

Description

Step into a rare piece of East Texas history. Originally built in 1940 and recognized as a historic landmark in Old Town Mabank, this iconic home is rich with stories and timeless charm. The home was later carefully moved to Canton with plans for restoration that were never completed, offering a unique opportunity for a new owner to bring this historic treasure back to life. While the house does need repairs and updating, it is priced well below recent appraisal—making this an exceptional value for investors, renovators, or anyone with a vision. Set on a sprawling 26+ acres, the possibilities here are truly endless. The property includes a large, versatile shop ideal for business use, hobbies, or storage, along with separate guest quarters perfect for visitors, rental income, or multi-generational living. Whether you’re dreaming of a private estate, event venue, retreat, or restoration project, this one-of-a-kind property offers space, history, and potential you simply can’t replicate.

Property Type: Residential - Single Family Residence
MLS Status: Active
MLS: 21159578
Year Built: 1940
County: Van Zandt
Tract or Division: NA
List Date: 01/21/2026
Area:
Square Feet: 2,100
Total Beds: 3
Full Baths: 3
Half Baths: 0
Acres: 26.7
Lot Size (sqft): 1,163,052

800.451.8055

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Interior Features

 
Fireplace:
  • Number of fireplaces: 0
Floor Coverings:
  • Other
  • Tile
  • Wood
Appliances:
  • DoubleOven
  • GasCooktop
  • GasOven
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Exterior Features

 
Style:
  • Farmhouse
Parking:
  • Covered
Lot Description:
  • Acreage
Roof Type:
  • Metal
Siding:
  • StoneVeneer
  • WoodSiding
Pool Type:
  • None

Utilities

 
Heating/Cooling:
  • Central
Utilities:
  • Propane
  • SepticAvailable
  • WaterAvailable
  • CableAvailable

Additional Property Details

 
Listing Agent: Kenneth Middleton
Broker: Ebby Halliday Realtors
Amenities:
  • Chandelier
  • DecorativeDesignerLightingFixtures
  • HighSpeedInternet
  • OpenFloorplan
  • Pantry
  • CableTv
  • NaturalWoodwork
Listed by: Kenneth Middleton, Ebby Halliday Realtors
Phone: 903.340.8590

Location

Schools

School Name Grades Admission
Canton Elementary School PK - 2 Regular
Canton Intermediate School 3 - 5 Regular
Canton Jr High School 6 - 8 Regular
Canton High School 9 - 12 Regular
4 Schools

*All school information should be verified by local Independent School District.

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* Note: All room dimensions, including square footage data, are approximate and must be verified by the buyer.

The information contained herein is furnished by the owner to the best of his/her knowledge, but is subject to verification by the purchaser, and agent assumes no responsibility for the correctness thereof. The sale offering is made subject to errors, omissions, change of price, prior sale, or withdrawal without notice. In accordance with the Law, this property is offered without respect to race, color, creed, national origin, sex, familial status or disability. This is not intended to solicit property currently listed.

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