2600 Van Meter RdKilgore, TX 75662

Description

ONE OF A KIND CUSTOM-BUILT BEAUTY! Nestled on over 19 peaceful acres, this stunning 3,965 sqft home offers exceptional craftsmanship, unique design, and the perfect balance of rustic charm and modern luxury. Enjoy a small pond, a creek, and a fully insulated 2100 sqft shop with three electric doors, water, and both 30 & 50 amp service—plus a 28’x35’ carport connected to the home by a covered breezeway. Relax and take in breathtaking sunsets from the 12’x70’ covered back porch overlooking the property’s natural beauty and abundant wildlife. Additionally, the back porch catches the most perfect breeze. The builder adjusted the layout of the foundation a dozen times just to make sure it caught the wind just right. Enjoy the finished duck or chicken house, and a beautiful perennial herb garden. Step through double doors into soaring 17-foot ceilings with massive raw cedar beams, travertine tile, etched stained concrete floors, cedar walls, and tin ceilings. The gourmet kitchen features gorgeous granite countertops, a huge island perfect for entertaining, and abundant natural light from large windows and French doors. Each bedroom offers a unique wood accent wall, large walk-in closets—some with built-ins—and private access to a bathroom. The primary suite showcases a 103-year-old reclaimed barn wood accent wall that you won’t find anywhere else. Even the spacious laundry room combines style and functionality with thoughtful design and storage. Do not miss the historical stairwell from the first oil rig in Kilgore, TX, hiding in plain sight. Every detail of this home has been meticulously crafted, from the custom finishes to the seamless indoor-outdoor living. With its shop, pond, creek, and one-of-a-kind architecture, this property truly defines East Texas elegance and comfort all located inside the city limits. Schedule your private showing today to experience this unique piece of paradise.

Property Information

Property type

Residential

Sub-type

Single Family Residence

Year built

2011

Living area

3,965 Sq Ft

Lot size

19.16 acres

Garage spaces

4

Days on market

54

MLS^® Listing#

26011284

Property Features

Interior

Breakfast Bar · Double Vanity · Master Downstairs · Kitchen Island · Pantry

Appliances

Gas Range · Dishwasher · Disposal · Microwave · Tankless Water Heater

Cooling

Central Air · Electric · Zoned · Ceiling Fan(s)

Heating

Central

Fireplace

Other

Pool

None

Patio

Covered

Fencing

Partial

Lot features

Irregular Lot · Wooded

Construction

Metal Siding

Foundation

Slab

Security

Security Gate · Smoke Detector(s) · Closed Circuit Camera(s)

Other structures

Storage · Outbuilding · Workshop

Utilities

Natural Gas Connected · Cable Available

Sewer

Public Sewer

Schools

Elementary

Kilgore

Middle

Kilgore

High

Kilgore

Financial Details

Annual taxes

$15,937Tax year 2025

Directions

From Tyler on HWY 31 E, turn left on Fritz-Swanson Rd. Next turn left on Van Meter Rd & follow until it dead ends into the gate. SIY at gate.