$623,714Average Value$356Average Price per Sq Ft16Homes For Sale
Historic community in the heart of Aggieland
When Texas A&M University was founded in 1876, the university built over 100 campus houses for faculty; those homes stayed on the campus until the 1940s, when they were moved by mule to different parts of College Station. Many of those homes now sit in the historic Southside District, just across George Bush Drive, a stone's throw from the heart of the sprawling university. Today, Southside consists of a group of subdivisions with a broad range of housing options. Nearness to Texas A&M is a major selling point for current students and alumni alike, says David Shellenberger, an associate broker with Keller Williams Brazos Valley who has decades of experience selling homes in the area. "A lot of the times, it's old Aggies who want to retire here," says the longtime resident. "They have kids in school, so they'll buy a house and put their kids in there until they graduate."
Campus homes and historic properties
With everything from cozy two-bedroom cottages to Queen Annes and custom-built estates, it's rare to see two identical houses in Southside's many subdivisions. Campus homes, which formerly housed Aggie staff, A&M presidents and alumni, are common throughout the Oakwood subdivision, including many homes with plaques signifying their historical significance. "The lots are very expensive, and it has everything to do with proximity to A&M," Shellenberger says. Ranch homes on the southern end of Southside typically sell between $200,000 and $350,000, whereas historic properties usually start around $900,000 and can sell for upward of $3 million. Meanwhile, multifamily properties in the area often spark investor interest.
Young Aggies attend College Station ISD schools
Before becoming an Aggie at Texas A&M, Southside kids likely attend schools in the College Station Independent School District, starting with South Knoll Elementary School until fourth grade, followed by Oakwood Intermediate School until sixth grade and A&M Consolidated Middle School until high school. All schools received A grades on Niche. A&M Consolidated High School boasts an A-plus on Niche, offering 15 career and technology certifications and a 78% AP test pass rate. Of course, after graduation, students are just a stone's throw from attending the historic Texas A&M. The historic university has over 77,000 students, with 16 schools and over 140 undergraduate degrees. Community closeness is strong in Southside, even with all the students. "In the spring, they have the largest volunteer work group," Shellenberger says. "They'll come and paint your house, plant your flowerbed or take care of the weeds."
South Knoll offers a diverse and engaging academic curriculum.
A&M Consolidated High school epitomizes academic excellence in college station.
1/2
George HW Bush Presidential Library and catching a game at Kyle Field
Locals in the Southside area can walk to Kyle Field, escaping the hassle of parking and navigating gameday traffic. And the stadium hosts much more than Aggie games: Major artists and sports tournaments come to Aggieland throughout the year as well. History lovers can spend the day at the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library, which has many exhibits highlighting the former president's life and time in office.
Located on the Texas A&M campus, George W. Bush library is a prominent cultural site.
Home to Texas A&M Aggies, it’s known for its massive seating capacity and lively atmosphere.
1/2
Relax under the oak trees at Brison Park
Southside residents tend to walk along the sidewalks that line the residential roads for daily exercise, but there are several parks in the area as well. On sunny days, residents can take to Brison Park for shade under the century-old oak trees. The park gets its name from a former professor at A&M. "He was kind of the keeper of the park, so they named it after him," Shellenberger says. Summertime is best spent at W.A. Tarrow Park, which has a splash pad and a playground that kids can spend hours on. Locals host birthday parties and events at the park's pavilion and rec center.
Many of the parks in Southside have several sports facilities for gatherings.
It's a charming park known for its serene atmosphere.
1/2
Getting around the heart of Aggieland
Heading to campus is as easy as hopping on George Bush Drive, which leads into Texas Avenue, a main thoroughfare featuring many of College Station's shopping centers and restaurants. Bryan is about 7 miles from the Southside area. Easterwood Airport, a regional airport offering commercial flights, is also just 4 miles away.
Southside runs along George Bush Drive which is located right near the campus.
Easterwood Airport offers commercial flights only a short drive away in Southside.
1/2
Grab some grub at Northgate and shopping at Century Square
Homeowners can enjoy the proximity to an array of restaurant options close by, whether it's a burger and a pint at Dixie Chicken in Northgate or happy hour at Mo's Irish Pub. Southside is also close to the growing Century Square, a shopping plaza filled with boutique shopping, eateries and community events. Shopping options range from Sephora to Apricot Lane Boutique selling women’s clothing and accessories.1791 has an extensive selection of whiskeys, as well as a list of craft cocktails. And there are plenty more options along Texas Avenue, one of the city's main thoroughfares lined with shopping centers.
Dixie Chicken is a local favorite only a short drive away from Southside.
The area features convenience stores, restaurants, and specialty shops.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
On average, homes in Southside, College Station sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Southside, College Station over the last 12 months is $380,000, down 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Impeccably Re-imagined Historic Treasure. This Campus house was built over 110 years ago and moved to its current location on a corner lot that features two Heritage Oaks the likes of which are few and far between. Totally updated from the ground up including all mechanical, plumbing, electrical, foundation and more. The interior was designed by House of 5 Design and it is exquisite in form
Exquisitely restored and reimagined Campus home. The home was originally built on campus in 1899 and moved to its current location in 1942. It was home to D. W. Williams who was president of Texas A&M College in the 50's. The opportunities for this home are boundless with accommodations for 14. The upstairs "bunk room" has its own sitting room and twin bathrooms. Downstairs is the primary bedroom
Attention investors and Aggie Parents! Why pay for parking when the A&M campus is just 5 short blocks away? 801 Fairview is a beautiful 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath home located in the well-sought-after historical district of College Station. With recent updates throughout the home, which include a new roof, fresh paint on all walls, trim, and ceiling, a new garbage disposal, a new dishwasher, a new
Anchored by a stylishly new leasing office as well as lush green landscaping and two outdoor swimming pools, The Point on Redmond offers affordable apartments in College Station, Texas. Whether you're relaxing at home or taking advantage of nearby conveniences, The Point on Redmond will "Get To the Point" in making your apartment living experience truly worthwhile.
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
