Murchison Homes under $250,000

Welcome to Murchison, Texas – a hidden gem nestled in the heart of East Texas! This charming small town, with its warm community spirit and picturesque landscapes, offers a delightful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. With a population of just over 1,000 residents, Murchison is the perfect place for those seeking a close-knit community where everyone knows their neighbors.

Murchison boasts a rich history and a variety of outdoor activities, making it an ideal spot for families and nature enthusiasts alike. The nearby Lake Palestine provides ample opportunities for fishing, boating, and picnicking, while the surrounding pine forests offer serene hiking trails and stunning views.

For homebuyers on a budget, Murchison is particularly appealing. With numerous homes available for under $250,000, you can find the perfect residence without breaking the bank. From charming single-family homes to cozy cottages, the real estate market here offers a diverse range of options to suit various tastes and lifestyles. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to downsize, Murchison's affordable housing market provides an excellent opportunity to invest in your future.

In addition to its affordable homes, Murchison is conveniently located near larger cities like Tyler and Athens, providing easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Here, you can enjoy the tranquility of small-town living while still being close to urban amenities.

Discover the charm of Murchison, Texas, where community, affordability, and natural beauty come together to create the perfect place to call home. Your dream home awaits!

Newest Murchison Homes under $250,000

$148,500

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 21406597 MLS

Escape the hustle of every day life with this quintessential 774 sq. ft two bedroom and one bath Cedar cabin tucked deep in the woods. Positioned within a pristine, natural wooded setting, this property offers and unparalleled peaceful retreat at Callender Lake. Feed your soul with the towering trees, fresh air, and immediate access to a stunning 365 acre spring fed body of water known for its incredible fishing, constant water levels, and serene lifestyle. Home also includes a large two car detached garage and sits on about .35 acres (little over one third of an acre). Plenty of parking space for your vehicles and water toys. This home includes a new electrical panel, and a mini split installed May 2026 for heat and air conditioning. Callender Lake offers an active social schedule including a 4th of July parade, fireworks, dinners, and other holiday activities. The community has a boat ramp, children's park, lake swim area, large fishing pier, and so much more for your enjoyment. Come see this great home today.

655 Dogwood Dr, Murchison

$165,500

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 21344313 MLS

Updated home on 3 lots in a resort lake community with so many neighborhood amenities. The interior of this home has been totally renovated with new paint, flooring and a full master bath remodel with separate vanities and gorgeous walk-in shower. You will absolutely LOVE the floorplan ... split master with huge walk-in closet, open kitchen with gas stove and pantry, wood burning fireplace with blower and HUGE living area; and 2 additional bedrooms with great closets. Outside, situated on over a one-half acre - on 3 lots - there is a 2-car carport, storage building, large carport awning behind the house, barbecue pergola and a 2-car detached garage with large garage door. This home would be an awesome investment property or full-time home in a great location in this neighborhood. Call for an appointment today!

110 Sycamore Ln, Murchison

$70,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 21365832 MLS

OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE! Bring a down payment and make this property yours today! Take advantage of a flexible path toward ownership. This is an incredible opportunity to own a recently updated home in the desirable Hickory Hills community. Situated on a spacious, partially wooded lot, the property offers a great combination of open usable yard space, mature trees, and added privacy. Inside, the home has been refreshed with new paint and updated lighting, giving it a clean and welcoming feel. Enjoy community amenities that make this property stand out, including lake access, boat access, a basketball court, and a beautifully maintained park area with plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, weekend getaway, or a place near the lake, this property offers plenty of possibilities. Rentals are allowed in POA.

1281 Hickory Hills Dr, Murchison

$215,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 21345504 MLS

Welcome home to the peaceful Callender Lake community! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath, two-story home in Murchison, Texas, offers the perfect balance of comfort, functionality, and East Texas charm just minutes from beautiful Callender Lake. From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the inviting covered front porch accented by gorgeous wood columns, a convenient U-shaped driveway, and additional side parking. Situated on a spacious lot with mature trees, the property provides plenty of shade while maintaining an open, usable yard where wildlife, including deer, are frequent visitors. Step inside to an inviting open-concept floor plan designed for everyday living and entertaining. The beautiful solid wood staircase with matching railing serves as a stunning focal point, while upstairs you'll find a versatile landing ideal for a home office, reading nook, or hobby space. A picture window overlooks the backyard, creating the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee while watching deer wander through the trees. A generously sized laundry room adds convenience to this thoughtfully designed home. Don't miss your opportunity to enjoy the relaxed lifestyle of the Callender Lake community with lake access, abundant wildlife, and the quiet beauty that makes East Texas living so special.

469 Holly Gln, Murchison

$59,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 21323995 MLS

OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE! SOLD AS IS. Opportunity awaits at 124 W Cedar Lane in the peaceful, gated Callender Lake community. This **site-built home—not a manufactured home—**offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,056 square feet of living space on a spacious 0.37-acre double lot measuring approximately 200 feet by 80 feet. The property is livable but needs work, making it a great opportunity for an investor, handyman, or buyer looking to move in and complete improvements over time. The home needs siding, roof work, and interior cosmetic updates, including paneling, paint, and some flooring. The kitchen and bathroom are in excellent condition. The foundation bows at the front of the house, and buyers should perform their own inspections and due diligence. Outside, the property features a large detached garage on a concrete slab, multiple storage sheds, and several covered areas with plenty of room for vehicles, tools, equipment, hobbies, or workshop space. The beautiful double lot offers a quiet, peaceful setting within walking distance of Callender Lake. The gated community features two spring-fed lakes, a boat launch, swimming pool, pavilion with tables and a kitchen, and other recreational amenities. Built in 1989, this property offers a rare combination of a site-built home, large double lot, multiple outbuildings, lake-community amenities, and owner-financing potential. Similar vacant lots in the neighborhood have sold for approximately $35,000. Property is being sold strictly AS IS. Seller will make no repairs.

124 W Cedar Ln, Murchison

$137,500

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 21320200 MLS

Very nice well maintained 1991 single wide mobile home located on 3 lots totaling 0.592 acres in the gated community of Hickory Hills. This 3 BR, 2 bath homes comes with 4 storage buildings with over 800 sq. feet of storage space. Back yard includes a fire pit area and the home has a large 10x16 front porch and a large back deck of 18x20. One of the storage buildings takes up part of that deck space and would be a great workshop or great craft room or games room at 12x14 feet. This home is a very short walk to the water and the swim and fishing area. The gated community of Hickory Hills is located on the 365 acre spring fed Callender Lake that has great fishing, swimming, and boating. The community has a pool, fishing pier, boat ramp, children's park, basketball court, restroom and shower facility near the pool and so much more for your enjoyment. Contact your realtor and come see this great home today. It is time to start enjoying the LAKE LIFE!!!

190 E Sycamore Ln, Murchison

$229,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 21309550 MLS

Lake home on 2 waterview lots. This property offers relaxed setting on the front porch or a private, relaxed setting in the large backyard surrounded by mature trees, firepit area, outdoor kitchen with built in bench seating and wooded surroundings on the side and back of the property creating a peaceful backdrop. A circular driveway provides easy access and ample parking. This beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offers a perfect blend of modern amenities, abundant natural light and cozy lakeside living. Step inside and find an open-concept living space, floor to ceiling fireplace designed for comfort and relaxation. The kitchen features granite and contemporary finishes. The primary bedroom includes an en-suite bathroom with a walk in shower. Security system, landscaped. Whether you're looking for a short-term vacation rental opportunity or a perfect lakeview vacation home for weekend getaways, this is the one to come check out. Residents enjoy access to neighborhood waterfront amenities, including a gated park with open water access, swim area, boat launch, pavilions, picnic areas, and recreational spaces. Callender Lake offers various species of fish including bass, crappie and catfish.

640 Callender Lake Dr, Murchison

$179,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 21222931 MLS

Fantastic Waterfront 920 sq. foot Lake Cabin with 2 bedrooms and 1 Bath located on 15 acre Hickory Hills Lake-Pond. This lake only allows kayaks and canoes but the community has a large 365 acre spring fed lake called Callender Lake which you have full access to and allows all types of water craft. This community has great boating, swimming, fishing, and other water activities. This home has a front and back porch. The back porch is very large and faces the water with a great view. Interior of home makes you feel like you're living in a log home because the walls and floors are pine with cedar trim. The dark cabinets in the kitchen and bathroom add a nice contrast of color to the home. Home has split unit AC-Heat which keeps this home nice and comfortable year round. Hickory Hills is a gated community with a boat ramp, fishing pier, community pool, lake swimming area, fishing pier, children's park, and so much more for your enjoyment. Come see this one of a kind home today and start your LAKE LIFE. Home is priced below the county appraisal tax value.

111 Ridgewood Ln, Murchison

$189,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 21229837 MLS

Escape to tranquility in this 3 bedroom, 2 bath double - wide, located in a desirable gated community on Callender Lake. This is not just a remodel, it is a transformation designed for modern comfort with picturesque water views! Step inside to discover a bright , open concept floor plan featuring brand new flooring throughout, updated kitchen cabinets, and updated bathrooms. Feel secure and comfortable with total peace of mind knowing the home features new exterior siding, a new roof, new electrical, new plumbing, new windows, and a brand-new HVAC system for year-round comfort. Enjoy the serenity of gated living with beautiful water views right from your property on three large porches. This home offers a great retreat for lakeside leisure as your full time home or weekend getaway. This 1680 sq. foot home is located on two lots with .344 acres in the gated community of Hickory Hills located on Callender Lake. The community has a community pool, boat ramp, fishing pier, restroom and shower facility (by the pool), lake swim area, children's park, and so much more for your enjoyment. Come see this property today.

161 Clearview Cir, Murchison

$78,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 21156905 MLS

INVESTOR OPPORTUNITY – Rare chance to acquire four lots for the price of one in the gated Hickory Hills HOA on Callender Lake in Murchison, TX. This corner property includes a 2-bedroom, 2-bath mobile home with lake views and road frontage on all four lots. Property is currently occupied. The home needs repairs and is being sold as-is, making it ideal for investors, flippers, or developers. Keep and renovate the existing home, or remove the home and split into four individual buildable lots — strong upside potential either way. This Subdivision allows for Tiny Homes, RVs, Mobile Homes are all allowed. HOA amenities include private gated access, private boat ramp, swimming pool, park, and large pavilion. Property features a fenced backyard, storage building, large tornado shelter, and wood-burning stove in the living area. Road access is solid, utilities connected, and the rear of the property offers mature trees with a creek running behind all four lots, adding value, privacy, and drainage. Lake-area demand plus gated access makes this a strong long-term hold, flip, or resale play. Priced for condition and potential. Bring offers.

240 E Elm Dr, Murchison

$149,900

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 21110471 MLS

Cozy updated 2 bedroom, 1 bath cabin in the woods located in the gated community of Callender Lake. This home is located in a very quiet secluded area of this lake community but is a short drive to the 365 acre spring fed Callender Lake. Home is located on three lots totaling about 0.63 acres. A large ranch is behind the home which allows you to enjoy nature from your property. No other homes are very close to this home allowing you serenity and peaceful environment. Home has new carpet in living and bedroom areas and new luxury vinyl flooring throughout the rest of the home. Home does not have appliances. Three AC window units will come with the home as well as three new wall heaters. Callender Lake community has a boat ramp, fishing pier, children's park, lake swim area, great fishing, and so much more for your enjoyment. Only site built homes are allowed in this community. Come and see this one of a kind property today and start living the East TX lake life.

840 Oak Mdws, Murchison

$115,900

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 20966720 MLS

Large shaded lots in a gated community close to Callendar Lake. This home has a completely remodeled kitchen with new appliances. The kitchen also has new vinyl flooring. Four bedrooms and two bathrooms. Community offers a park, pool and a boat launch.

437 Maple Dr, Murchison

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