701 Birch Forest Dr, Somerville, TX 77879 (MLS # 26001900)


Looking for a Somerville home with space, shade, and storage for the toys? Welcome to 701 Birch Forest"”a private corner-lot property on about an acre, backing to greenspace in Birch Creek Forest, just 3 minutes to the Birch Creek Forest Boat Ramp on Lake Somerville and 3 minutes to Somerville State Park! This 2 bed, 1 full bath + 1 half bath home offers 1,120 sq ft (built 2004) with an easy open layout and raised ceilings that make it feel airy and open. Pier & beam construction, gutters, MUD water, septic, co-op electric, and internet available. The HVAC was replaced about 3 years ago, so you can stay comfortable year-round. Outside is where it really shines: a huge extended deck with built-in benches and a porch swing, plus a separate hot tub deck, fire pit area with benches, picnic spot, garden area, and a fun "Margaritaville-style" pergola cover"”perfect for your grill station or outdoor hangout setup. All of it sits under mature trees for a truly peaceful, quiet setting. There's also a short decorative fenced section off the deck. Need serious storage or workshop space? You've got a 28x16 two-story barn with electricity with roll-up doors, loft storage, and a floored interior, plus an attached 24x18 shed with gravel floor. Plenty of space to park an RV or boat (no hookups). Birch Creek Forest HOA amenities include a community pool, park, trash dumpsters, and the HOA-maintained boat ramp"”so lake days are always within easy reach.

DAYS ON MARKET 50 LAST UPDATED 2/18/2026
TRACT Birch Creek Forest YEAR BUILT 2004
COMMUNITY Burleson COUNTY Burleson
STATUS Pending PROPERTY TYPE(S) Single Family


ADDITIONAL DETAILS
AIR Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
AMENITIES Trash
APPLIANCES Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Water Heater
AREA Burleson
CONSTRUCTION HardiPlank Type
EXTERIOR Fire Pit
HEAT Central, Electric, Other
HOA DUES Annually
INTERIOR Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Dry Bar, High Ceilings, Laminate Counters, Pantry
LOT 0.9944 acre(s)
LOT DESCRIPTION Corner Lot
PARKING None
POOL DESCRIPTION Community
STORIES 1
STYLE Other
SUBDIVISION Birch Creek Forest
UTILITIES Electricity Available, Phone Available, Water Available
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