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Large, contiguous land tracts with development flexibility, natural beauty, agricultural utility, and strategic location are becoming increasingly difficult to find across Texas. Located on FM 2010 in Chandler, Texas, this 129.7± acre property represents one of the most compelling land investment opportunities currently available in East Texas.
Positioned on the northern edge of Chandler and benefiting from extensive FM road frontage, this property combines many of the characteristics sought by developers, investors, builders, land bankers, ranch buyers, and recreational landowners. The tract offers a unique blend of open pastureland, mature hardwoods, scenic water features, agricultural productivity, and long-term development potential. Most importantly, the majority of the property lies within the City Limits of Chandler, creating a significant advantage for future planning and development.
Whether your investment strategy involves immediate residential development, phased lot sales, luxury estate homesites, recreational use, agricultural income, or a long-term appreciation hold, this property provides multiple pathways to create value while benefiting from the continued growth of East Texas.
Every successful land investment begins with location, and this property is exceptionally well-positioned.
Chandler has become one of the most attractive communities in the Tyler metropolitan area. Located approximately fifteen miles west of Tyler along Highway 31, Chandler offers residents the benefits of a small-town lifestyle while maintaining convenient access to employment, healthcare, education, retail, and entertainment.
The property's location allows future residents and users to enjoy a peaceful rural setting without sacrificing connectivity to regional amenities.
Tyler continues to serve as the economic hub of East Texas, drawing employers, healthcare providers, educational institutions, and retail investment from throughout the region. As Tyler expands outward, surrounding communities such as Chandler continue to benefit from increasing housing demand and population growth.
This trend has accelerated in recent years as buyers increasingly seek larger homesites, lower-density communities, and rural living environments within commuting distance of employment centers.
The subject property sits directly within this growth corridor.
With direct access from FM 2010 and close proximity to Highway 31, future development can capitalize on both local and regional traffic patterns while offering residents convenient access throughout East Texas.
Some development properties require years of planning and millions of dollars in improvements before they become attractive to buyers. This tract is different.
Nature has already created the features that future residents and land buyers desire most.
The landscape consists of gently rolling pastures, mature tree lines, wooded creek corridors, scenic ponds, and expansive views across the countryside. These features create visual diversity and character rarely found in large-scale development sites.
Across approximately 129.7 acres, the property offers a balance of open land and natural beauty. The terrain provides opportunities for elevated homesites, water-view lots, and preserved green space while maintaining substantial usable acreage for development.
Two ponds serve as focal points throughout the property and create opportunities for recreation, fishing, wildlife observation, and premium lot positioning. Water features consistently increase marketability and buyer demand, making them valuable assets in virtually every development scenario.
A scenic creek traverses the property, adding both functionality and beauty. Creek corridors create natural separation between future development phases, establish wildlife habitat, and provide opportunities for trails, parks, and open-space amenities.
The property's mature trees further enhance its appeal. Rather than beginning with a completely cleared tract, developers inherit an established landscape that provides shade, privacy, beauty, and habitat. These characteristics contribute significantly to future buyer appeal and can reduce landscaping costs in future development plans.
The true value of this property lies in its versatility.
Large-acreage properties often have a single highest-and-best use. This tract offers numerous viable development strategies, allowing future owners to respond to changing market conditions and maximize returns.
Perhaps the most obvious opportunity is residential subdivision development.
The location, topography, road frontage, and city-limit positioning create favorable conditions for future residential growth. As housing demand continues throughout the Tyler-Chandler corridor, developers have the opportunity to create a community that leverages the property's natural features while serving a growing population.
The creek, ponds, and mature tree corridors provide ready-made amenities that can be incorporated into neighborhood design. Homesites overlooking water features or preserved green space typically command premium pricing and experience stronger absorption rates.
The property's size also allows for phased development, enabling builders and developers to manage inventory and capital expenditures over time.
One of the strongest opportunities may be the creation of a luxury acreage community.
Demand for 2-acre, 5-acre, and 10-acre homesites continues to grow throughout Texas as buyers seek privacy, flexibility, and room for outdoor recreation.
The property's rolling topography, scenic water features, and mature tree cover create an ideal setting for estate-style development.
Unlike many luxury lot developments that rely entirely on man-made amenities, this property already possesses the natural features buyers are willing to pay premiums for.
East Texas has long attracted horse owners, ranch enthusiasts, and equestrian buyers.
The property's combination of pastureland, water, and natural beauty creates a compelling opportunity for a horse-focused residential community.
Large homesites, riding trails, community facilities, and preserved open space could position the property as one of the region's premier equestrian developments.
The property's location near Chandler and Highway 31 may also support future mixed-use concepts.
Depending on market demand and municipal planning objectives, portions of the property could accommodate residential, commercial, recreational, and community-oriented uses.
The extensive acreage provides flexibility to explore a variety of concepts while preserving the property's most attractive natural features.
For investors focused on appreciation rather than immediate development, this property offers compelling fundamentals.
Land banking has historically proven successful in markets experiencing steady population growth and expanding infrastructure. Properties positioned near growing communities frequently experience substantial appreciation as available land inventory decreases and development pressure increases.
Several characteristics strengthen the property's long-term investment profile.
First, the tract's size is increasingly rare. Large contiguous ownership blocks become more difficult to assemble over time, increasing their strategic value.
Second, the property's location within and adjacent to a growing municipality provides long-term development relevance.
Third, the tract benefits from multiple potential future uses rather than reliance on a single development outcome.
Fourth, the property currently enjoys Agricultural Exemption status, helping reduce carrying costs while the owner benefits from appreciation.
Investors may choose to maintain grazing operations, lease agricultural use, or continue livestock production while waiting for future development opportunities to mature.
The property is not simply an investment asset—it is also productive land.
Approximately 123 acres are identified as pasture acreage and currently support agricultural use.
This productive ground provides immediate utility and income potential while preserving valuable tax advantages.
Potential agricultural uses include:
• Cattle grazing
• Livestock operations
• Hay production
• Equine facilities
• Hobby farming
• Agricultural leasing
• Wildlife management
• Recreational ranching
The ability to generate utility and agricultural value while holding for appreciation significantly strengthens the property's investment profile.
Beyond development and agriculture, the property offers exceptional recreational value.
The combination of ponds, creek frontage, pastureland, mature timber, and natural habitat creates an environment attractive to wildlife and outdoor enthusiasts.
Future owners can enjoy:
• Fishing
• Wildlife observation
• Hunting opportunities
• Trail riding
• Hiking
• ATV use
• Family recreation
• Camping
• Outdoor events
For buyers seeking a family retreat or legacy ranch, the property offers the opportunity to create a multi-generational asset while maintaining future development flexibility.
Accessibility is often overlooked in land investments, yet it directly influences future value.
This property benefits from frontage along FM 2010 and proximity to Highway 31, providing efficient access throughout the region.
Future residents will enjoy convenient connections to:
• Chandler
• Tyler
• Athens
• Interstate 20
• Regional healthcare facilities
• Shopping and retail centers
• Educational institutions
• Employment hubs
The property also falls within Brownsboro Independent School District, an additional consideration for future residential development.
Very few properties can simultaneously satisfy the objectives of developers, investors, ranch buyers, recreational users, and land bankers.
This tract accomplishes exactly that.
It offers:
• 129.7± contiguous acres
• Majority located within Chandler city limits
• Significant FM road frontage
• Agricultural exemption
• Approximately 123 acres of pasture
• Two ponds
• Scenic creek
• Mature trees
• Rolling topography
• Development flexibility
• Estate lot potential
• Residential subdivision opportunity
• Equestrian appeal
• Recreational value
• Long-term appreciation potential
• Strategic East Texas location
In today's market, finding a property that combines scale, beauty, utility, and development opportunity is increasingly uncommon. As East Texas continues to grow and demand for quality land intensifies, assets like this become more difficult to replace and more valuable to own.
For the investor seeking appreciation, the developer pursuing opportunity, the ranch buyer desiring a legacy property, or the entrepreneur searching for a transformative project, FM 2010 in Chandler represents a rare chance to control a significant piece of East Texas with virtually unlimited future possibilities.
Directions:
From Hwy 31 in the centre of Chandler take Hwy 315 (Broad Street) north to the junction with FM 2010. The property is to the north of that intersection. Look for Ranchman sign.
Showing Instructions:
Contact Brian Dunks for showings 254-718-4344
AB 799 S WEISS SUR, TR 30
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