Vintage brick home on a large shaded corner lot near historic downtown Brenham. Built by the original and only owner in 1960, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home is now being offered by the family estate at $159,000. Interior features include wood floors, ceiling fans, central heat and air, and a spacious kitchen and dining area. The property also offers an attached 2-car garage, covered back patio, large backyard and storage building. Located just a few blocks from downtown Brenham with convenient access to local shopping, dining and entertainment, and close to Blinn College. Great potential as a primary residence, renovation opportunity or investment/rental property.
Single-familyProperty Type
1967Year Built
0.36 acresLot Size
$105Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Susan Kiel• United Country Real Estate - Market Realty
One-owner vintage brick home on a large shaded corner lot just blocks from historic downtown Brenham. Built by the original owner in 1960 and now offered by the family estate, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home is priced at $159,000. Features include wood floors, central heat and air, ceiling fans, a spacious kitchen/dining area, attached 2-car garage, covered back patio and storage building overlooking the large backyard. Enjoy convenient access to downtown Brenham's shopping, dining and entertainment, with Blinn College also nearby. An appealing opportunity for a full-time residence, renovation project or potential rental investment.
BCSRMLS #26013064
Nov 4, 2026
Listed
$159,000
$105/sq ft
+5
Location, character and potential in the heart of Brenham! This vintage brick home sits on a large shaded corner lot just a few blocks from historic downtown. Built by the original and only owner in 1960, the 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home is now offered for sale by the family estate. Features include wood floors, central heat and air, ceiling fans, a roomy kitchen/dining area, attached 2-car garage, covered back patio, spacious yard and storage building. Conveniently located near downtown Brenham shopping, restaurants and entertainment and close to Blinn College. Offered at $159,000, this property presents an appealing opportunity for an owner occupant, investor or buyer looking to update a vintage Brenham home.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,450 (+12.9%)
2025
$3,056 (+7.9%)
$53,980 + $129,720
$183,700
2024
$2,832 (+8.9%)
2023
$2,600 (−1.0%)
2022
$2,628 (−1.1%)
2021
$2,656 (−1.4%)
$22,930 + $107,480
$130,410
2020
$2,693 (−0.7%)
$22,930 + $105,260
$128,190
2019
$2,711 (+2.3%)
$22,930 + $105,270
$128,200
2018
$2,651 (+9.2%)
$19,810 + $99,640
$119,450
2017
$2,427 (+1.1%)
$19,810 + $89,560
$109,370
2016
$2,401 (+10.1%)
$19,810 + $89,560
$109,370
2015
$2,181 (+9.2%)
$18,100 + $89,610
$107,710
2014
$1,997 (+7.7%)
2013
$1,855 (+9.7%)
2012
$1,691
$18,100 + $59,580
$77,680
2011
$1,690
$18,100 + $59,580
$77,680
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
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Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.36 Acres
Year renovated
1967
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,517
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,517
Year built
1967
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Washington County
APN
R000000024135
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 16, 2026.
R1
Single-Family Residential District
The R-1 Residential District is established to maintain and protect the integrity of low density, single family residential neighborhoods. The R-1 Residential District would be characterized by the zoning requirements set forth in this section.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Jun 6, 2025 • Final
Residential electrical
Replace the meter loop and run a service feeder to the electrical panel.
Electrical
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 111° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Brenham, TX • 77833
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49
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Brenham. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.2 hrs
5.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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