Location
Charming Country Retreat on 5 Acres in coveted Valley Creek Country Estates. Experience peaceful country living on 5 picturesque acres in the highly sought-after Valley Creek area, known for its scenic rolling hills and natural beauty in every direction. This one-owner custom-built home, constructed in 1988, offers timeless charm and solid craftsmanship. The interior showcases a mix of vintage character and thoughtful updates—original touches that will appeal to those who appreciate quality, paired with modern upgrades such as updated flooring. The home is nestled beneath a canopy of mature trees, offering shade, tranquility, and privacy throughout the day. Outside, the grounds are ready to be brought back to life. Once lovingly maintained, the extensive flower gardens are waiting for a new green thumb to restore them to their former glory. For hobbyists or those needing extra workspace, the 40×30 workshop is a standout feature. Designed with function in mind, it includes a half bath, electric garage door opener, storage loft, and is already wired for electricity—just connect it to the main home. With flexible space and multiple possibilities, this shop can serve as a dream workshop, studio, or additional storage area. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a private, peaceful slice of Valley Creek with room to grow, create, and relax in the heart of the countryside. Also available for purchase with only 2 Acres, see MLS 20963284.
Property Details
Price:
$684,000
MLS #:
20963253
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2.1
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Valley Creek Country Estates
Listed Date:
Jun 9, 2025
Finished Sq Ft:
2,112
Lot Size:
217,800 sqft / 5.00 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1988
Schools
School District:
Leonard ISD
Elementary School:
Leonard
High School:
Leonard
Interior
Bathrooms Full
2
Bathrooms Half
1
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Fireplace Features
Wood Burning
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Wood
Heating
Central, Electric, Fireplace(s)
Interior Features
Built-in Features, Decorative Lighting, Eat-in Kitchen, Paneling, Walk- In Closet(s)
Number Of Living Areas
1
Exterior
Construction Materials
Brick
Exterior Features
Covered Patio/Porch, Rain Gutters, Storage
Garage Length
22
Garage Spaces
6
Garage Width
21
Lot Size Area
5.0000
Financial

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- Address3837 Fm 896 Leonard TX
- SubdivisionValley Creek Country Estates
- CityLeonard
- CountyFannin
- Zip Code75452
Subdivisions in Leonard
- A0173
- A0265
- A0343
- A0343 EM EUBANKS ACRES
- A0461 R W GRAVES, ACRES 23
- A0511 J HARRELL, ACRES 9.19
- A0756
- A0772 M MOORE
- A0773 M Moore, Acres 45.0
- A0774 M Moore
- A0783 M Moore, acres 1.92
- A0862 J ORR
- Bar D Ranch Estates
- C WERTZNER SURVEY
- Calvin Estates
- College Add
- Cooper Add
- Delby Estates
- E M Eubanks
- F M Eubanks Surv Abs #343
- Fannin Ranch Estates
- Hidden Mdw Trls
- Hollis Add
- Homer Evans Add
- J & B Properties Add
- J Zepada A1232
- J Zepeda
- Johnson Add
- Leonard
- Leonard Crossing
- M Moore
- M Moore A0785
- Maxwell Add
- Moore Martin
- Neale Add
- Nolen Add
- Northend Add 01
- Orduna Add
- Orduna Addition 2
- Orig Town Leonard
- Original
- P Price Addition
- P W Price Surv Abs #1253
- Parmele Add
- Redding
- Reece
- Reece Addition
- REECE ADDN
- Rockwell
- Rockwell Add 02
- Rockwell\’s Addition
- S L Leonard
- S9130
- Silver Creek Manor Add
- Sudderth Add
- Sudderth Add 03
- Sudderth Add 04
- T H Stovall A1089
- TBD
- Thomas Add
- Valley Creek Country Estates
- Watson Add
- William Aiken Surv A-3
- William Aiken Surv Abs #1
- Wilson Pendergrass Add
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Leonard as of Oct 10, 2025
80
Single Family Listed
115
Avg DOM
256
Avg $ / SqFt
$593,130
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Valley Creek Country Estates subdivision, 3837 Fm 896 Leonard TX is a Single Family for sale in Leonard, TX, 75452. It is listed for $684,000 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 2,112 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1988. The current price per square foot is $324. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Leonard is $256. The average listing price for Single Family in Leonard is $593,130. To schedule a showing of MLS#20963253 at 3837 Fm 896 in Leonard, TX, contact your Aaron Layman Properties agent at 940-209-2100.

3837 Fm 896
Leonard, TX