#2209712, Katrina Antonishek, Listing office: Dash Realty
#1886621·
Listing office: Real Broker, LLC·
Listing agent: Anna Ghalumian·
Listing office phone: (210) 998-7733
$495,000 List price
640 N Houston New Braunfels, TX 78130
3 beds
2 full
1,160 sqft
0.6 acres
$427 / sqft
House
Property details
About 640 N Houston
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.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingOther, Electric
StatusActive
(New)
(New)
CoolingWall/Window Unit(s)
Size1,160 sqft
Lot size0.556 Acres
Year built1900
ParkingNone/Not Applicable
MLS #1886621
FireplaceNot Applicable
ViewCity, Trees/Woods
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile
- Interior: Two Living Area, Liv/Din Combo, Utility Room Inside, Maids Quarters
- Fireplace: Not Applicable
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: None/Not Applicable
- View: City, Trees/Woods
- Architectural Style: One Story
- Heating: Other, Electric
- Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $495,000
- Price/SqFt: $426
- Lot: City Lot, Wooded, Level
- Directions: Exit 185 on I-35/Farm to Market Rd 1044/New Braunfels. LEFT onto Schmidt Ave. Continue STRAIGHT onto Spur St. At Main Plaza, take the 4th exit onto E San Antonio St. LEFT onto S Union Ave. RIGHT onto E North St. LEFT onto Houston. Destination on the RIGHT
- Year Built: 1900
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,160 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.556 Acres
- MLS Number: 1886621
- Office Name: Real Broker, LLC
- Office Phone: (210) 998-7733
- Office Email: realtorannag@gmail.com
- Listing Agent: Anna Ghalumian
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Nearby schools
6
Lamar Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•240 N Central Ave
6
Seele Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•540 Howard St
3
Carl Schurz Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.4 mi
•633 W Coll St
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 $65,230. Most New Braunfels, TX residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
25%
<35k
60%
35k-100k
15%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
49%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
27%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
19%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Horse Races
NHRA Drag Racing
College Basketball
Where do the neighbors shop?
Stein Mart
Big Lots
Dillards
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
LongHorn Steakhouse
Golden Corral
Logan's Roadhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Kia
Hyundai
What do the neighbors listen to?
Contemporary Inspirational
Adult Standards
Rock
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Frequently asked questions
About 640 N Houston
The listing price of 640 N Houston property is $495,000.
The property 640 N Houston is a house located in New Braunfels, Texas, 78130.
Active Listing: 640 N Houston is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 640 N Houston are: Lamar Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Seele Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Carl Schurz Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Church Hill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Canyon Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Oakrun Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), New Braunfels High School Ninth Grade Center (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), The Nbisd Learning Center (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), New Braunfels High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
The property at 640 N Houston has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 640 N Houston is 1,160 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 640 N Houston is 1900.
This home is located at 640 N Houston in New Braunfels, TX and zip code 78130 in the Downtown / The Hill neighborhood. This 1,160 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.56 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $495,000.
New Braunfels, TX housing market in June 2025 saw over 32 listings sold above listed price, more than 51 sold at listed price and over 133 sold below. Between May and June 2025, New Braunfels, TX real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 7.2%. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 101 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $378,835.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.