1 bed, 1 bath, 800 sqft on 8.87 acres in Purmela. Purmela, TX 76566. $375,000. Evant ISD.
About This Home
If you're looking for a little room to spread out, a good shop, and some peace and quiet, this property might be just what you've been searching for! Located at 140 Bear Branch Rd in Purmela, TX, between Evant and Gatesville and just a short distance from the historic community of Pearl, Texas, this 2018-built, 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom barndominium sits on 8.87± acres with incredible panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The nearly 1,800± sq. ft. building features approximately 750–900 sq. ft. of living space, a spacious 30' x 30' attached shop, and a 200 sq. ft. covered front porch that's perfect for taking in those Texas sunsets. Spray foam insulation adds to the building's efficiency, while an electric gated entrance, perimeter and cross-fencing, and scattered hardwoods throughout the acreage give the property that true country feel. With no known restrictions, there's plenty of opportunity to make this place your own. The septic system was designed with future expansion in mind, offering potential for additional living space or a larger home down the road, subject to verification and necessary approvals. Whether you're a first-time buyer wanting some acreage, a retiree looking for a quieter lifestyle while staying within reach of the Temple VA, or someone needing a comfortable place to live while building their dream home, this property offers plenty of possibilities. Not everyone needs a big house. Sometimes a little land, a good shop, wide-open views, and some peace and quiet are all you need. Living area is estimated at 750–900 sq. ft. Buyer to independently verify square footage, property restrictions, taxes, agricultural exemption status and eligibility, septic capacity, and suitability for any intended expansion or improvements.
- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 2018
- Lot Size
- 8.87 acres
- Price / Sq Ft
- $469
- Garage
- 2 spaces
Listing information last updated October 28, 2026.
Listed by Shipley Ranches
MLS# 6546104 • Active
IDX inquiries: Keenan Group at Compass · (512) 415-7653
Highlights
Facts & Features
Interior
- Ceiling-High
- Open Floorplan
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Dishwasher
- Free-Standing Electric Oven
- Electric Water Heater
- Concrete
- Heating
- Central,Electric
- Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Electric
Exterior & Lot
- Gutters Full
- Private Yard
- Spray Foam Insulation
- Metal Siding
- Agricultural
- Many Trees
- Barbed Wire
- Cross Fenced
- Gate
- Perimeter
- Slab
- Covered
- Front Porch
- Roof
- Metal
- Lot Size
- 8.87 Acres
- Attached
- Electric Gate
- Workshop in Garage
- Garage Spaces
- 2
Financial
- Original List Price
- $375,000
- Price per Sq Ft
- $469
Utilities
- Above Ground
- Electricity Connected
- Water Available
- Water Source
- Public
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
Transaction History
1 record on file
Every recorded listing, sale, and lease at 140 Bear Branch RD, whoever represented it.
- ActiveListed 2026Current price: $375,000Original list: $375,000MLS 6546104
- Listed · October 26, 2026$375,000
Prices shown are list prices. Closed sale prices are available to registered clients in accordance with ACTRIS rules.
Price & Listing History
Listed with current price, original ask, and market time.
- Current list
- $375,000
- Original list
- $375,000
- Price movement
- No verified reduction
- Listed / DOM
- Oct 26, 2026 · 15 days
Zoned Schools
Evant ISD
Evant
Evant
Evant
Zoned assignments come from the property school fields available to us. District context schools are shown only when an assigned tier is missing. Contact the school district directly to verify current boundaries and enrollment eligibility.
Excluded from this estimate: property taxes, home insurance, and HOA dues. Each requires verified amount, cadence or unit, source, and as-of details.
Illustrative down payment
20% ($75K)
Adjustable assumption - not a lending recommendation.
Home price
$375,000
Loan details
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List price
$375,000
Price per sqft
$469/sqft
Vs. Neighborhood guide reference price
Not available
Days on market
15 days
Original to current
No verified reduction
$375K original
Active inventory context
Ask for current inventory
Source: MLS Grid / Unlock MLS and Keenan Group review as of Oct 28, 2026.
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