119 E Houston St

Refugio, TX 78377

$319,000
Price
4
Beds
3,431 Sq. Ft.
$93 / Sq. Ft.
3,431
Sq. Ft.
$93
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

A landmark Dutch Colonial in the heart of Refugio, this stunning residence was rebuilt in 1970 on a foundation of original early 20th-century character — and every room shows it. Sitting on over an acre at the edge of historic downtown, this is the homestead property South Texas buyers have been searching for. The main residence spans 3,431 square feet across two stories, with 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a half bath downstairs. Original tongue-and-groove hardwood floors have been professionally...A landmark Dutch Colonial in the heart of Refugio, this stunning residence was rebuilt in 1970 on a foundation of original early 20th-century character — and every room shows it. Sitting on over an acre at the edge of historic downtown, this is the homestead property South Texas buyers have been searching for. The main residence spans 3,431 square feet across two stories, with 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a half bath downstairs. Original tongue-and-groove hardwood floors have been professionally refinished and run throughout the home. Three original brick fireplaces anchor the dining room, one of two living rooms, and the primary bedroom — two are fully functional wood-burning hearths that will earn their keep on a cool South Texas evening. The kitchen has been fully remodeled with a porcelain farmhouse sink, a restored 1940 O'Keefe & Merritt range, a new Kenmore double oven, custom cabinetry, and a center island — all set on handsome tile floors. Fresh paint and wallpaper throughout make this home move-in ready from day one. A new roof — just 6 years old — and 3-phase electrical service set this property apart from anything else in the county. The home runs on a private well, meaning no municipal water bill and true ownership of your water source. A working small farm is already in place: chickens, quail, ducks, and rabbits call this property home, alongside a productive kitchen garden. A studio sits beside the detached 2-car garage, offering guest quarters or short-term rental potential. A workshop and storage building round out the improvements. The adjacent one-acre parcel — currently zoned commercial along U. S. Highway 77 — opens the door to a business, an event venue, a farm stand, or expanded agricultural use with a rezoning permit. Whether your vision is a self-sufficient homestead, a small working farm, a bed and breakfast, or simply a landmark South Texas property with room to grow, 119 E. Houston delivers.
  1. Listed by Michael Kasey • TREC #0850386 • Keller Williams Coastal Bend

Property Details for 119 East Houston Street

Architectural Style
Colonial
Parking Features
Concrete, Garage, RearSideOffStreet
Parking Total
3.00
Stories
2
Subdivision Name
Town Commons Refugio Town Tr
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 06/25/2026 08:52 PM

Property Details for 119 East Houston Street

StatusActive
MLS #478042
Days on Market4
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached
Year Built1972
Lot Size1.17 AC / 50,965 SF
CountyRefugio County
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Location

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Building Information for 119 East Houston Street

Stories2Year Built1972Building Size-Lot Size1.17 AC / 50,965 SF

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Property Information for 119 East Houston Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Refugio
  • County Or Parish: Refugio
  • Country: US
  • Directions: Going North on Hwy 77 turn left on E. Houston St just before the Best Western Hotel. First driveway on the right.
  • Latitude: 28.319933
  • Longitude: -97.269922
  • State Or Province: TX
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Postal Code: 78377
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 010000005600760000000
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $7,033.00
  • Tax Block: 0
  • Tax Legal Description: PT OF S/D 12 TOWN COMMONS REFUGIO TOWN TRACT AB-56
  • Tax Lot: 12
  • Tax Year: 2025
School Information
  • Elementary School: Refugio
  • Elementary School District: Refugio ISD
  • High School: Refugio
  • High School District: Refugio ISD
  • Middle Or Junior School: Refugio
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Refugio ISD
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
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Lot Information
  • Building Area Source: Appraiser
  • Building Area Total: 3431.0
  • Living Area: 3431.0
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Features: CornerLot
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.17
  • Lot Size Area: 50760.0
  • Lot Size Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 50760.0
  • Lot Size Units: SquareFeet
Property and Assessments
  • Mineral Rights: None
  • Other Structures: Storage, Workshop
  • Property Attached: No
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Year Built Source: PublicRecords
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Property SubType Additional: Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Construction Materials: Brick, ShingleSiding
Utilities
  • Electric: Phases3
  • Sewer: PublicSewer
  • Utilities: NaturalGasAvailable, OverheadUtilities, SewerAvailable, SeparateMeters, WaterAvailable
  • Water Source: Private, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Storage
  • Fencing: None
  • Foundation Details: PillarPostPier
  • Pool Features: None
  • Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: DoubleOven, Dishwasher, FreeStandingRange, GasCooktop, GasOven, GasRange
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: Electric, Gas, CentralAir, WindowUnits
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: WoodBurning
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
  • Heating: Gas, WindowUnit, Central, Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: None, BreakfastBar, KitchenIsland
  • Laundry Features: DryerHookup
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Rooms Total: 4
Mobile Home
Mobile/Manufactured Home
  • Human Modified: Yes
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease Considered: No

Property History for 119 East Houston Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 25, 2026

Listed (Active)

South Texas MLS #478042

$319,000—
Jun 25, 2026

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #25662612

$319,000—
May 14, 2026

Withdrawn

South Texas MLS #443512

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/25/2026

Listed (Active)

South Texas MLS #478042

$319,000
06/25/2026

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #25662612

$319,000
05/14/2026

Withdrawn

South Texas MLS #443512

—

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 119 East Houston Street

Taxable ValueLand$44,950Additions$322,700Total$367,650
Tax Record2025$2,650 ($221 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt3,649 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,649 SqFtStories1Lot Size50,760 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1972CountyREFUGIOAPN277202Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 119 East Houston Street

This home is within Refugio Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Refugio Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Refugio Junior High School
Public - 6 to 8
Refugio High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Refugio Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Refugio Junior High School
Public6 to 8

Refugio High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 119 East Houston Street, Refugio, TX 78377

119 East Houston Street is a single family home for sale in Refugio, TX 78377. This property was listed for sale on June 25, 2026 by Keller Williams Coastal Bend, it's currently listed at $319,000. It has been on the market for a total of 4 days and was last sold on February 8, 2022. This listing's school district is Refugio Independent School District. Nearby schools include Refugio Elementary School, Refugio Junior High School and Refugio High School. 119 East Houston Street is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 3,431 sqft single family home built in 1972.

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