Welcome to 503 A Wilkes, a charming farmhouse nestled in the heart of Smithville, one of Texas’ most charming historic neighborhoods. This thoughtfully updated property features 3 bedrooms plus an office with a closet and 2.5 bathrooms within 1,760 square feet of character-filled living space, set on a shaded 6,751-square-foot lot. The home seamlessly blends timeless charm with modern updates, showcasing long leaf pine hardwood floors, beadboard accents, updated windows, a newer metal roof, freshly painted exterior, updates to the electric and plumbing system and more. The kitchen boasts quartz countertops, an apron front porcelain sink, a spacious butcher block island—this space is perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Large windows fill the home with cheerful natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. The main-level primary bedroom provides a tranquil retreat with a spacious bathroom featuring a vintage clawfoot tub for relaxing soaks. Outdoor living includes a welcoming front porch, a fenced backyard, and a rear patio perfect for gatherings. The property features front and rear off-street parking adding everyday convenience. It’s not just the home, it’s the lifestyle. Smithville is a neighborhood full of character and connection, where neighbors stop to chat under mature shade trees and greet each other by name. On any given day, you might take your dog to the local park, pick fresh herbs from the community garden, or enjoy brunch at the Comfort Cafe followed by a stroll to Olde World Bakery for coffee. Walk to beloved local spots like the Consuela store, Golden Girls Boutique, and Mosaic Art & Home, or explore the nearby James H Long Railroad Park and Museum with its playground, dog park, picnic area and more
Property Details
- Interior
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fans, Study, Walk In Closets, High Speed Internet
- Cooling
- 1
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling Features
- Central Air, Ceiling Fans
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2.5
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- View
- Neighborhood
- Lot Features
- Alley, Trees Large Size
- Lot Description
- Alley, Trees Large Size
- Exterior Features
- Lighting, Permeable Paving
- Exterior Materials
- Lighting, Permeable Paving
- Acres
- 0.0
- Square Feet
- 1760.0
- Lot Size (sqft)
- 0.155
- Parking Features
- Alley Access, Off Street
- Parking Spaces
- 5.0
- Parking Garage Spaces
- 0.0
- Property Type
- Purchase
- Property Subtype Additional
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1935
- Foundation
- Block, Pillar Post Pier
- Roof
- Metal
- Sewer Information
- Public Sewer
- Utility Source
- Public
- Utility Features
- Electricity Connected, Fiber Optic Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Free Standing Electric Oven
- Subdivision
- Byrne
- Community Features
- Dog Park, Internet Access, Library, Playground, Park, Airport Runway, Street Lights
- School District
- Smithville ISD
- Elementary School
- Brown Primary
- Middle School
- Smithville
- High School
- Smithville
- County
- Bastrop
- Region
- Smithville
- Original List Price
- $329,950
- Days on Market (Cumulative)
- 257
- Taxes Annual
- $4,179
Location
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Listed by Gina Hightower (#433766)
Listing Office: Mike Hightower Realty (#3013)
