283 2nd St

Harper, TX 78631

$465,000
Price
2
Beds
1,696 Sq. Ft.
$274 / Sq. Ft.
1,696
Sq. Ft.
$274
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

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 primary suite, party barn, and a detached laundry shed. Recent improvements include a new roof, fresh exterior paint, renovated kitchen and baths, updated plumbing, and windows-all while preserving...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 primary suite, party barn, and a detached laundry shed. Recent improvements include a new roof, fresh exterior paint, 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 equipped with a mini-split is ideal for a studio, guest house, or party barn. Peaceful, self-sufficient living with modern comfort-just waiting for your homestead dream to begin.
  1. Listed by Jessica Robinson • TREC #638926 • R-Bar Realty • jessica@rbarrealty.com

Property Details for 283 2nd Street

School District
Harper I.S.D.
Neighborhood Amenities
None
Subdivision
Thiele Butler Addn
Zoning
R1
Style
One Story, Texas Hill Country
Exterior
Other
LISTING UPDATED: 03/29/2026 12:07 AM

Property Details for 283 2nd Street

StatusActive
MLS #1949816
Days on Market40
Taxes$3,148 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Detached
Year Built1938
Lot Size3.79 AC / 165,310 SF
CountyGillespie County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of R-Bar Realty, Jessica Robinson, TREC #638926
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Building Information for 283 2nd Street

Stories1Year Built1938Building Size-Lot Size3.79 AC / 165,310 SF

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Property Information for 283 2nd Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area: 3100
  • Elementary School: Harper Elementary
  • Middle School: Harper Middle
  • High School: Harper HS
  • Instruction/Direction: From Fredericksburg take 290 west into Harper. Turn right onto Second street. Home is the last property on the left at the end of the street. See sign.
  • Accessible/Adaptive Home: No
  • County: Gillespie
  • Latitude: 30.3044166
  • Longitude: -99.2540924
  • State: TX
  • Zip: 78631
  • City: Harper
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA Mandatory: None
  • Taxed By Mltpl Counties: No
  • Certified Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Property ID: 33497
Parking
  • Garage Parking: None/Not Applicable
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Inclusions: Ceiling Fans, Washer Connection, Dryer Connection, Cook Top, Microwave Oven, Refrigerator, Disposal, Dishwasher, Smoke Alarm, Electric Water Heater, Private Garbage Service
  • Legal Description: THIELE BUTLER BLK B LOT 5-22, 3.795, -HOMESITE-
  • Subdivision Legal Name: N/A
  • Builder Name: N/A
  • Year Built: 1938
  • Energy Efficiency: Ceiling Fans
  • Type: Single Family Detached
Lot Information
  • Source Sqft: Appsl Dist
  • Legal Desc-Lot: 5-22
  • Square Feet: 1696.0
  • Apprx Age: 88
  • Lot Size: 3.795
Utilities
  • Air Conditioning: One Central
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Water/Sewer: Private Well, Septic, City
  • Utility Supplier: Electricity: CTEC
  • Utility Supplier: Garbage: PRIVATE
  • Utility Supplier: Water: AQUA TEXAS
  • Utility Supplier: Sewer: SEPTIC
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: One
  • Floor: Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior: One Living Area, Breakfast Bar, Study/Library, Cable TV Available, Walk in Closets, Attic - Access only
  • Window Coverings: None Remain
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Baths: 2
  • Half Baths: 0
  • Total Baths: 2
  • Total Baths Composite (Full Half): 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Storage Building/Shed, Additional Dwelling
  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction: Pre-Owned
  • Pool: N
  • Pool/Spa: Other
  • Proposed Terms: Conventional, FHA, VA, Cash, Assumption w/Qualifying
Living Room
  • Living Room Length: 17.0
  • Living Room Width: 15.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Length: 12.0
  • Kitchen Width: 7.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom 2 Width: 14.0
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Contract: Exclusive Right To Sell
Rental
Rental Information
  • OCCUPANCY: Owner

Property History for 283 2nd Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 18, 2026

Listed (Active)

Kerrville Board of REALTORS #123814

$465,000—
Mar 18, 2026

Listed (Active)

SABOR #1949816

$465,000—
Dec 16, 2025

Expired

SABOR #1860985

$465,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/18/2026

Listed (Active)

Kerrville Board of REALTORS #123814

$465,000
03/18/2026

Listed (Active)

SABOR #1949816

$465,000
12/16/2025

Expired

SABOR #1860985

$465,000

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

Public Records for 283 2nd Street

Taxable ValueLand$119,180Additions$215,560Total$334,740
Tax Record2024$2,527 ($211 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,696 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,696 SqFtLot Size165,310 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1938CountyGILLESPIEAPN38526Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 283 2nd Street

This home is within Harper Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Harper Elementary School
Public - PK to 4
Harper Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
Harper High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Harper Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Harper Middle School
Public5 to 8

Harper 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 283 2nd Street, Harper, TX 78631

283 2nd Street is a single family home for sale in Harper, TX 78631. This property was listed for sale on March 18, 2026 by R-Bar Realty, it's currently listed at $465,000. It has been on the market for a total of 40 days and was last sold on November 24, 2020. This listing's school district is Harper Independent School District. Nearby schools include Harper Elementary School, Harper Middle School and Harper High School. 283 2nd Street is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,696 sqft single family home built in 1938.

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Listing Courtesy of R-Bar Realty, Jessica Robinson, TREC #638926

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