$495,000

640 N Houston, New Braunfels, TX 78130

  • 3 beds |
  • 2 baths |
  • 1,160 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1900
  • Property Lot Size Icon0.56acre lot
  • Property Parking Icon —— car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $427/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 1 day ago

Property Description

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.

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
July 24, 2025 at 05:00AM
Listing Office:
Real Broker, LLC : (855) 450-0442
Listing Agent:
Anna Ghalumian : (210) 998-7733
MLS ID:
1886621
  • General: Two Living AreaLiv/Din ComboUtility Room InsideMaid's Quarters
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • A/C: 3+ Window/Wall
  • Heating: Window UnitElectric
  • Fireplace: Not Applicable

This listing courtesy of Anna Ghalumian, Real Broker, LLC

Monthly Payment

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  • Principal & Interest $
  • Property Taxes $
  • Home Insurance $
  • VA Funding Fee $

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Location

Schools Nearby

L

Lamar Elementary School

240 N Central Ave, New Braunfels, TX, 78130

Grades PK-5

0.35 miles away

D

Discipline Alternative Education Placement

902 W San Antonio St, New Braunfels, TX, 78130

Grades 6-12

1.52 miles away

D

Discipline Alternative Education Placement

902 W San Antonio St, New Braunfels, TX, 78130

Grades 6-12

1.52 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.

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