640 N Houston Ave New Braunfels, TX 78130
Estimated payment $3,057/month
Highlights
- 0.56 Acre Lot
- Ceramic Tile Flooring
- Ceiling Fan
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- Combination Dining and Living Room
About This Home
Nestled in the heart of New Braunfels at 640 N Houston St, this delightful 1,160 sq ft home-loved by one family since it was built in 1900-just received a major price reduction, making it an irresistible opportunity. Sitting on a flat, half-acre buildable lot zoned C1, this property blends timeless charm with unmatched commercial potential. The sturdy masonry construction, metal roof, and slab foundation give it character and reliability, while the spacious yard offers room for expansion, offstreet parking, or entirely new construction. What truly sets this property apart is its versatile C1 zoning, allowing uses such as bakeries, bookstores, florists, convenience stores, clinics, medical offices, childcare facilities, family homes with homeoffice, beauty/barber shops, pharmacies, banks, community homes, adult or child day care centers, and even medical supply or rehabilitation offices-placing you at the intersection of residential familiarity and commercial flexibility. This property is also permitted by the City to operate as a short term rental making this an ideal investment opportunity for those wanting to generate passive income, being minutes from the infamous Schlitterbahn Waterpark and just across the street from dozens of booming businesses! Imagine opening a neighborhood bakery where locals gather, launching a boutique clinic steps from CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital, or creating a nurturing daycare and keeping the family home vibe intact. Located mere minutes from the bustling Schlitterbahn and surrounded by health, retail, and entertainment, this site thrives on foot and vehicle traffic. Ideal for entrepreneurs, medical professionals, community-minded buyers, or investors, this property is a rare blend of history, location, and potential-all now within reach thanks to its sizable price drop. Don't let this chance pass you by. With its rich past and endless future, 640 N Houston St is more than a property-it's a canvas for your vision. Schedule your showing today and make this oneofakind gem your own.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,317
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 0.56 Acre Lot
Home Design
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Masonry
Interior Spaces
- 1,160 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1 Level
- Ceiling Fan
- Window Treatments
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Ceramic Tile Flooring
- Washer Hookup
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Schools
- Lamar Elementary School
- Oak Run Middle School
Utilities
- Two Cooling Systems Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Window Unit Heating System
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 27 / 5092
- Assessor Parcel Number 50000060600
- Seller Concessions Offered
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 | $483 | $282,140 | -- | -- |
2024 | $483 | $256,491 | -- | -- |
2023 | $483 | $233,174 | $0 | $0 |
2022 | $545 | $211,976 | -- | -- |
2021 | $3,979 | $233,540 | $167,960 | $65,580 |
2020 | $3,787 | $231,890 | $167,960 | $63,930 |
2019 | $3,523 | $159,260 | $89,790 | $69,470 |
2018 | $5,245 | $240,030 | $180,060 | $59,970 |
2017 | $4,959 | $227,440 | $180,060 | $47,380 |
2016 | $4,400 | $201,830 | $144,000 | $57,830 |
2015 | $3,960 | $181,650 | $144,000 | $37,650 |
2014 | $3,960 | $181,650 | $144,000 | $37,650 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
07/24/2025 07/24/25 | For Sale | $495,000 | -- | $427 / Sq Ft |
Source: San Antonio Board of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 1886621

APN: 05-0000-0606-00
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