556 N Union Ave New Braunfels, TX 78130
South New Braunfels NeighborhoodEstimated payment $4,751/month
Highlights
- Garage Apartment
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- Traditional Architecture
- Lamar Elementary School Rated A-
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
Rare opportunity to own a C-1 zoned property currently operating as successful short-term rentals in one of New Braunfels’ most desirable high-traffic locations. Situated directly behind a professional medical building, this property is ideal for medical-related businesses, professional services, retail, or continued STR use in accordance with C-1 guidelines. Property Features - Main Vintage Home, 2 Bedrooms and 1 Bathroom, Approx. 1,008 sq ft, Classic charm with modern functionality and has a Basement Garage Apartment 1 Bedroom with 1 Bathroom Approx. 928 sq ft, Private entrance, fully equipped Both structures are currently used as short-term rentals due to the unmatched location—just seconds from Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Christus Santa Rosa Hospital, making them highly attractive to medical travelers, families, and vacationers. A perfect investment for those seeking a versatile property with multiple income or business-use options.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,724
Year Built
- Built in 1924
Lot Details
- 0.27 Acre Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
- Cleared Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Apartment
- Additional Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,008 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Basement
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Oven
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
Schools
- Lamar Elementary School
- Oakrun Middle School
- New Braunfels High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
Community Details
- City/New Braunfels Bl 5086 Subdivision
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,206 | $555,147 | $208,700 | $346,447 |
| 2024 | $14,206 | $830,320 | $208,700 | $621,620 |
| 2023 | $14,206 | $853,073 | $198,770 | $654,303 |
| 2022 | $10,713 | $565,620 | $198,770 | $366,850 |
| 2021 | $4,918 | $291,450 | $176,600 | $114,850 |
| 2020 | $4,753 | $302,430 | $190,180 | $112,250 |
| 2019 | $4,577 | $206,910 | $79,960 | $126,950 |
| 2018 | $5,370 | $245,730 | $163,290 | $82,440 |
| 2017 | $4,724 | $216,678 | $162,650 | $54,028 |
| 2016 | $4,081 | $187,180 | $101,430 | $85,750 |
| 2015 | $3,797 | $175,590 | $101,430 | $74,160 |
| 2014 | $3,797 | $174,150 | $101,430 | $72,720 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/09/2025 12/09/25 | For Sale | $749,999 | +36.4% | $744 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/28/2021 05/28/21 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 04/28/2021 04/28/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/15/2021 04/15/21 | For Sale | $549,900 | +83.3% | $284 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/01/2015 05/01/15 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 04/01/2015 04/01/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/23/2014 07/23/14 | For Sale | $300,000 | -- | $167 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | New Braunfels Title Co |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $325,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 96815382
APN: 05-0000-0544-00
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