Address
913 Houston, Castroville, TX
Price
$ 144,999
Property Attributes
- MLS#1948649
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyMEDINA
- CityCastroville
- Area3000
- NeighborhoodCastroville
- Zip78009
- StyleOne Story
- Year Built1952
- Taxes$ 2026
- Price$ 144,999
- Bedrooms1
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage540
- Lot Size0.319 Acres
Data Source:
LERA MLS
Property Description
HOUSE IS COMING BACK ON MARKET. BUYER CANNOT QUALIFYFOR LOAN. Corner Lot Near Medina River & Lions Park with Room to Expand -- Situated on a generous .32-acre corner lot in one of Castroville's established neighborhoods, 913 Houston St offers a unique opportunity to own property with both immediate comfort and future potential. This freshly painted 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom home provides a clean and welcoming starting point for its next owner. The oversized lot is the true highlight, offering plenty of space for future additions, expanded living areas, additional bedrooms, or outdoor entertaining. The corner location provides convenient two-way access and added flexibility for parking, outdoor use, or future improvements. Adding to the home's appeal, the property is located directly across from Castroville Elementary School and Lions Park, where you'll find a children's splash pad, soccer fields, baseball fields, and open green space for recreation. The scenic Medina River is just four blocks away, offering easy access to one of Castroville's most cherished natural landmarks. Properties with this much space within Castroville city limits are becoming increasingly difficult to find. Whether you're searching for a starter home, downsizing opportunity, investment property, or a place to expand over time, this property offers flexibility that many homes simply can't match. Located just minutes from historic downtown Castroville and the charming Mexico Street area, the home enjoys the small-town character and accessibility that make this community so desirable. A rare opportunity to secure space, location, and potential all in one property.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Castroville Elementary | Medina Valley Middle School | Medina Valley High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 3/13/2026 | Listed $145,000 |
| 4/30/2026 | 1$144,999 |
General Features
| Living Area | 540 |
|---|---|
| Energy Efficiency | Ceiling Fans |
| Construction | Pre-Owned |
| Heating | Window Unit |
| Cooling | Two Window/Wall |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Subdivision | CASTROVILLE |
| Builder | Unknown |
| Class | Single Residential |
| Type | Single Family Detached |
| Style | One Story |
| Roof | Composition |
| HOA Mandatory | None |
| Status | Active |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Neighborhood Amenities | Park/Playground,Jogging Trails,Lake/River Park |
| Home Faces | South |
| Area | 3000 |
| Year Built | 1952 |
| High School | Medina Valley |
| School District | Medina Valley I.S.D. |
| Proposed Terms | Conventional,FHA,VA,TX Vet,Cash,Investors OK,USDA |
| Elementary School | Castroville Elementary |
| Middle School | Medina Valley |
| Legal Description | Castroville Range 10 Block 8 Lot 4 |
| Potential Short Sale | No |
| Taxes | 2026 |
Interior Features
| Kitchen Length | 15 |
|---|---|
| Kitchen Width | 8 |
| Total Bedrooms | 1 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Interior Features | One Living Area,Eat-In Kitchen,All Bedrooms Downstairs |
| Stories | 1 |
| Dining Room Length | 11 |
| Dining Room Width | 8 |
| Flooring | Linoleum |
| Living Room Width | 8 |
| Heating Fuel | Electric |
| Living Room Length | 17 |
| WINDOW COVERINGS | All Remain |
Exterior Features
| Exterior | Asbestos Shingle |
|---|---|
| Pool (Y/N) | No |
| Pool | None |
| Lot Size | 0.319 |
| Water/Sewer | City |
| Inclusions | Ceiling Fans,Washer Connection,Dryer Connection,Stove/Range |
| Garage Parking | None/Not Applicable |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 78009
Price
Taxes
Year Built
Visits
In The Neighborhood
Reduced
Castroville
$ 679,900
- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 2,729 SqFt
- Rooms
- 4 Beds + 3.5 Baths
Texas Ally Real Estate Group 512-763-2559
Reduced
Castroville
$ 449,000
- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 1,826 SqFt
- Rooms
- 2 Beds + 1 Baths
Keller Williams Legacy 210-482-3200
Reduced
Castroville
$ 469,500
- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 2,717 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 3 Baths
Harzheim Properties, LLC 830-426-0048
Reduced
Castroville
$ 685,000
- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 3,145 SqFt
- Rooms
- 4 Beds + 3.5 Baths
Keller Williams Heritage 210-493-3030
Castroville
$ 150,000
- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 1,456 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 2 Baths
Real Broker, LLC 855-450-0442
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