Townhomes for Sale in Giddings, TX

Giddings is the kind of town that travelers often pass on long country roads. It became a stop along the railroad connecting Central and Southeast Texas before becoming the seat of Lee County in 1874. "Giddings is at the crossroads of two major highways between Houston and Austin. So everyone knows it when driving from one city to the next. You'll see the town and use Giddings stoplights as you go through," says Ruth Ann Streiff, a Realtor for Round Top Real Estate with 23 years of experience. The area was largely settled by Wendish people who immigrated from Germany. This region of the state is still heavily influenced by its German heritage, as showcased in the Texas Wendish Heritage Museum. The small town offers quiet green spaces and a historic downtown. There are also several cattle farms and agricultural fields. Buyers are drawn to the area for its proximity to larger cities paired with its rural nature, as well as the comparative affordability, highly rated schools and abundant outdoor recreation. The community's gridline streets include shotgun houses, manufactured homes, ranch styles and Craftsman bungalows. Some newer constructions have been built along the quiet