283 N SECOND ST, HARPER, TX 78631
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283 N Second St
Harper, TX 78631
List Price$465,000
Listing #1860985
2
Bedrooms
2 full
Bathrooms
1,696
Square Feet
House
Type
About This Property
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 an extra studio that can be used as a 3rd bedroom or office. Thoughtful updates include a master suite, party barn, 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.
Listing Courtesy of Jessica Robinson, R-Bar Realty (254) 326-8676
Property Features
Location Information
County
Gillespie
MLS Area
3100
Neighborhood Amenities
None
Subdivision
None
Interior Features
Room Dimensions
Dining: 11x6, Living: 17x15, Kitchen: 12x7, MasterBR: 12x18, BR2: 12x14
Fireplace Description
One, Living Room
Interior
One Living Area, Study/Library, Shop, Laundry Room, Walk in Closets
Heating
Central
Master Bedroom Description
DownStairs
Heating Fuel
Electric
Master Bathroom Description
Shower Only
Cooling
One Central, One Window/Wall
Has Dining Room
Yes
Floors
Ceramic Tile, Wood
Has Family Room
Yes
Exterior Features
Style
One Story
Water / Sewer
Private Well, Septic, City
Construction
Pre-Owned
Parking Description
None/Not Applicable
Exterior
Deck/Balcony, Storage Building/Shed, Wire Fence
Pool/Spa Description
AdjoiningPool/Spa
Manufacturer
None
Lot Size
3.795
Roof
Metal
Is One Story
Yes
School
School District
Harper I.S.D.
Jr. High School
Harper Middle
Elementary School
Harper Elementary
High School
Harper HS
Additional Information
Proposed Terms
Conventional, FHA, VA, Cash, Assumption w/Qualifying
Year Built
1938
Property Type
SFR
Status
Price Change
Property SubType
Single Family Detached
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$2,170
per month
30 Year Fixed. 3.52% Interest Rate.
Principal + Interest
$1,675
Monthly Tax
$387
Monthly Insurance
$108
yrs
%
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