$280,000
UNDER CONTRACT

401 N Rusk St Wharton, TX 77488

Estimated payment $1,913/month

Total Views 3,081
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,000 Sq Ft
$140 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Corner Lot
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Kitchen Island

About This Home

Step into history with this charming historic home, beautifully updated and brimming with character. Nestled on a spacious 2/3-acre lot, this property offers a rare blend of vintage appeal and modern convenience. The main home boasts stunning solid Alderwood countertops and cabinets, adding warmth and elegance to the kitchen. Recent upgrades include a full reroofing of all buildings in 2023, PEX plumbing installed in 2019, and a brand-new water heater in 2024—ensuring peace of mind for years to come.Perfect for hobbyists or those seeking extra space, the property features a separate studio/office and an impressive 3-car garage. Outside, the expansive yard is a dream come true—fully fenced and cross-fenced, complete with a garden, fruit trees, and a setup ready for chickens or FFA projects. Relax on the large covered front porch, entertain on the back patio, or enjoy the backyard’s built-in tree fort and slide.This is more than a home—it’s a lifestyle. Don’t miss your chance to own this unique gem with room to grow, create, and thrive!Disclosure: The seller is a former real estate agent and is related to the listing agent.

Listing Agent

Ambrosia Sims

Texas Ally Real Estate Group License #0659308 Listed on: 04/08/2025

Texas Ally Real Estate Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,346

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

Lot Details

  • 0.67 Acre Lot
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Corner Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,000 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Wharton 6 Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 12 / 30

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,346

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type Additional: Detached
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.67
  • Subdivision Name: Wharton 6
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1927
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Appraiser
  • Special Features: 4224
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Other
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum, Tile, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Window Treatments, Kitchen Island
  • Living Area: 2000.0
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Window Coverings
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Appraiser

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Chain Link
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Pool Features: None
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Garden
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Open, Patio
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage, Rear/Side/Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 5.0

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Short Term Rental Allowed
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Other
  • Junior High Dist: Other ISD
  • High School: Other
  • Middle Or Junior School: Other

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 29162.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 30
  • Tax Lot: 12

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $4,346 $257,782 $65,615 $192,167
2023 $5,666 $240,986 -- --
2022 $5,208 $260,433 $65,615 $194,818
2021 $4,957 $201,442 $29,162 $172,280
2020 $5,190 $208,871 $32,078 $176,793
2019 $4,780 $201,429 $32,078 $169,351
2018 $4,491 $190,225 $32,078 $158,147
2017 $4,493 $190,225 $32,078 $158,147
2016 $3,147 $133,512 $32,078 $101,434
2015 -- $121,312 $26,246 $95,066
2014 -- $121,312 $26,246 $95,066
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/05/2025 05/05/25 For Sale $280,000 0.0% $140 / Sq Ft
05/01/2025 05/01/25 Pending -- -- --
04/08/2025 04/08/25 For Sale $280,000 -- $140 / Sq Ft
Source: South Texas MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- Mid Coast Title
Vendors Lien -- Mid Coast Title Co Inc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $222,832 FHA
Previous Owner $203,721 VA
Previous Owner $213,012 VA
Previous Owner $206,390 VA
Previous Owner $100,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: South Texas MLS

MLS Number: 457283

South Texas MLS

APN: R026345

Texas Wharton County Wharton 77488

401 N Rusk St, Wharton, TX

This home is located at 401 N Rusk St, Wharton, TX 77488 and is currently priced at $280,000, approximately $140 per square foot. This property was built in 1927. 401 N Rusk St is a home located in Wharton County with nearby schools including C.G. Sivells Elementary School, Wharton Elementary School, and Wharton Junior High School.

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