#1862215, Sandra Nichols, Listing office: Century 21 Randall Morris & Associates
$575,000 List price
771 Mary Preiss Dr New Braunfels, TX 78132
3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
1,660 sqft
1.4 acres
$346 / sqft
House
Property details
About 771 Mary Preiss Dr
This 1975 fixer-upper, featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, sits on a generous 1.426-acre lot just a mile from the Guadalupe River and historic downtown Gruene. The oversized garage offers potential for adding extra living space, while the property’s location in Preiss Heights includes access to a private park with river entry, restrooms, and BBQ pits. With no HOA or restrictions (and a super low tax rate), this home is a rare opportunity for a personal retreat, Airbnb, or VRBO—let your imagination run wild, the options are endless!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Size1,660 sqft
Lot size1.426 Acres
Year built1975
ParkingAttached, Door-Multi, Garage, Garage Faces Side
MLS #8698668
Garage2 spaces
WaterfrontSee Remarks
ViewPark, Hills, Neighborhood, Creek/Stream, Trees/Woods
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile
- Interior: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Interior Steps, Kitchen Island, Laminate Counters, Multiple Dining Areas, Main Level Primary, Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Attached, Door-Multi, Garage, Garage Faces Side
- Waterfront: See Remarks
- View: Park, Hills, Neighborhood, Creek/Stream, Trees/Woods
- Exterior: Exterior Steps, Private Yard
- Heating: Central, Electric
- Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
- List Price: $575,000
- Price/SqFt: $346
- HOA Amount: $150 Annually
- Annual Tax Amount: $548
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Back Yard, Front Yard, Near Park, Interior Lot, Native Plants, Many Trees, Views
- Directions: North on 337 loop W/TX46W, take the exit toward River Road, turn right onto River Road, turn right onto Edwards Blvd, turn right onto Rosewood Terrace, then lastly left onto Mary Preiss Drive. 771 is on the left.
- Year Built: 1975
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,660 SqFt
- Lot Size: 1.426 Acres
- MLS Number: 8698668
- MLS Name: ACTRIS
- Office Name: Realty One Group Prosper
- Office Phone: (512) 633-5046
- Listing Agent: Laura O'Brien
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $359,886 | $548 |
| 2022 | $635,700 | $2,138 |
| 2021 | $373,510 | $2,137 |
| 2020 | $270,387 | $4,454 |
| 2019 | $245,806 | $4,007 |
| 2018 | $223,460 | $4,007 |
| 2017 | $237,710 | $4,201 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Lamar Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.6 mi
•240 N Central Ave
6
Seele Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.0 mi
•540 Howard St
6
Veramendi Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.4 mi
•2290 Oak Run 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 $102,679. The most common annual income of people living in New Braunfels, TX is between $100k-200k. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
19%
<35k
29%
35k-100k
39%
100k-200k
13%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
20%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
44%
Married, No Kids
32%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
12%
12-17 yrs old
11%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
PGA/LPGA
College Football
Where do the neighbors shop?
BJs Wholesale Club
Stein Mart
Best Buy
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Panera
Cracker Barrel
Texas Roadhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Infiniti
Lexus
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
Adult Hits
Oldies
Contemporary Christian
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 771 Mary Preiss Dr
The listing price of 771 Mary Preiss Dr property is $575,000.
The property 771 Mary Preiss Dr is a house located in New Braunfels, Texas, 78132.
Active Listing: 771 Mary Preiss Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 771 Mary Preiss Dr are: Lamar Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Seele Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Veramendi Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Church Hill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Oakrun Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Canyon Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), New Braunfels High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Memorial Early College High School With St Philip's (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Comal Academy (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $548 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 771 Mary Preiss Dr has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 771 Mary Preiss Dr is 1,660 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 771 Mary Preiss Dr is 1975.
This home is located at 771 Mary Preiss Dr in New Braunfels, TX and zip code 78132 in the Priess Heights neighborhood. This 1,660 square foot home, which was built in 1975, sits on a 1.43 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $575,000.
While more than 32 listings in New Braunfels, TX in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 51 listings sold at asking price, and more than 133 were sold below. The number of listings in New Braunfels, TX increased by 7.2% between May and June 2025. In June 2025 median list price was $378,835 and the average listing age was 101 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.