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#1855876, Christopher Marti, Listing Office: Housifi
#1860985·
Listing office: R-Bar Realty·
Listing agent: Jessica Robinson·
Listing office phone: (254) 326-8676
$489,000 List price
283 N Second St Harper, TX 78631
$5,807
Closing credit¹
2 beds
2 full
1,696 sqft
3.8 acres
$288 / sqft
House
Property details
About 283 N Second St
Tired of city living? Embrace the freedom of small-town life with this charming 1938 cottage on 3.79 acres in Harper, TX-just a short walk to Hwy 290 for easy access to town or a quick trip into Fredericksburg... This 2 bed, 2 bath home has been thoughtfully updated to include a master suite, office or rec room, and a detached laundry shed. Recent improvements include a new roof, renovated kitchen and baths, updated plumbing, and windows-all while preserving vintage charm with original hardwood floors, built-ins, antique doorknobs, and a cozy fireplace. The fully fenced property offers two gated entrances and a livestock enclosure-perfect for chickens, goats, cows, or horses. Mature trees, fruit trees, and wildflowers add to the natural beauty. A standout stone outbuilding with mini-split is ideal for a studio, guest house, or party barn. End your day soaking in the heated swim spa. Peaceful, self-sufficient living with modern comfort-just waiting for your homestead dream to begin.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Size1,696 sqft
Lot size3.795 Acres
Year built1938
ParkingNone/Not Applicable
MLS #1860985
FireplaceOne, Living Room
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Interior: One Living Area, Study/Library, Shop, Laundry Room, Walk in Closets
- Fireplace: One, Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: None/Not Applicable
- Exterior: Deck/Balcony, Storage Building/Shed, Wire Fence
- Architectural Style: One Story
- Heating: Central, Electric
- Cooling: Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $489,000
- Price/SqFt: $288
- Directions: From Fredericksburg take 290 west into Harper. Turn right onto Second street. Home is the last property on the left at the end of the street.
- Year Built: 1938
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,696 SqFt
- Lot Size: 3.795 Acres
- MLS Number: 1860985
- Office Name: R-Bar Realty
- Office Phone: (254) 326-8676
- Office Email: jessica@rbarrealty.com
- Listing Agent: Jessica Robinson
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Nearby schools
9
Harper Elementary School
Public District PK-4
0.6 mi
•250 N School St
8
Ingram Elementary School
Public District PK-5
16.0 mi
•125 Brave Run
8
Talley Elementary School
Public District KG-5
16.8 mi
•1840 Goat Creek Pkwy
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $50,357. The most common annual income of people living in Harper, TX is between $35k-100k. The majority of families are married, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
36%
<35k
57%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
2%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
31%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
43%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
10%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
9%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
27%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
NASCAR
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Dick's Sporting Goods
Dollar General
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Cracker Barrel
Texas Roadhouse
Hardee's
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Subaru
Oldsmobile
What do the neighbors listen to?
News/Talk/Information
New Country
Oldies
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About 283 N Second St
The listing price of 283 N Second St property is $489,000.
The property 283 N Second St is a house located in Harper, Texas, 78631.
Active Listing: 283 N Second St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 283 N Second St are: Harper Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Ingram Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Talley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Harper Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Ingram Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Hunt School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Harper High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Pathways 3h Campus (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hill Country Youth Ranch (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
The property at 283 N Second St has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 283 N Second St is 1,696 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 283 N Second St is 1938.
This home is located at 283 N Second St in Harper, TX and zip code 78631. This 1,696 square foot home, which was built in 1938, sits on a 3.79 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $489,000.
In April 2025 more than 0 listings in Harper, TX were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 1 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 0 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Harper, TX increased by 21.7% between March and April 2025. Listings spent 14 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $310,999 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.