For sale

$850,000

209 E Caney St, Wharton, TX 77488

5beds

3,844sqft

$5,797/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1858

1.23 Acres Lot

$786,500 Zestimate^®

$221/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

High ceilingsHardwood floorsOriginal windows

Grand Estate located in historic downtown Wharton, Texas. Per the owner, the property was originally built by William J Philips in 1858. 1907 the Harrison Family purchased the property and has remained in the family representing a "living piece of history". This Grand Estate sits on approximately 1.228- acres and consists of a Main Residence (approx 3844 sq ft) and Guest Residence (approx 1152 sq ft). The Main Residence features original detailed craftsmanship through-out, including the architectural designed fireplaces of the period, original windows, high ceilings, hardwood floors and a front gallery wrap-around porch to enjoy and entertain. Meticulously maintained and improved throughout the years, this property provides the stately feel of authenticity and elegance of the era. Downtown Wharton offers a historic courthouse square with shopping, restaurants, and live theatre at the Plaza. Small town quaintness, 1 hour drive Southwest of Houston.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 5
Full bathrooms: 5

Rooms

Room types: Den, Family Room, Quarters/Guest House, Utility Room

Primary bathroom

Features: Primary Bath: Tub/Shower Combo, Secondary Bath(s): Shower Only, Secondary Bath(s): Tub/Shower Combo

Kitchen

Features: Kitchen Island, Under Cabinet Lighting

Heating

Natural Gas, Zoned

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Zoned

Appliances

Included: Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Double Oven, Freestanding Oven, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Dishwasher
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features

Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Wired for Sound, 2 Bedrooms Down, 3 Bedrooms Up, En-Suite Bath, Primary Bed - 1st Floor
Flooring: Wood
Windows: Window Coverings
Number of fireplaces: 3
Fireplace features: Wood Burning

Interior area

Total structure area: 3,844
Total interior livable area: 3,844 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Detached
Garage spaces: 1

Accessibility

Accessibility features: Customized Wheelchair Accessible, Disabled Access

Features

Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Porch
Exterior features: Side Yard, Sprinkler System
Fencing: Back Yard,Partial

Lot

Size: 1.23 Acres
Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, 1 Up to 2 Acres

Details

Additional structures: Shed(s)
Parcel number: R26298

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Traditional
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Wood Siding
Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
Roof: Composition

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1858

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Green energy

Energy efficient items: Thermostat, HVAC>15 SEER

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Wharton

Location

Region: Wharton

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $221/sqft
Tax assessed value: $597,076
Annual tax amount: $11,697
Date on market: 5/22/2026
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Exclusions: See Listing Agent
Ownership: Full Ownership

Estimated market value

$786,500

$739,000 - $826,000

$6,003/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
5/22/2026	Listed for sale	$850,000$221/sqft
Source: HAR #4181018 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$5,912 +2%	$561,962 +11.1%
2024	$5,797 -0.4%	$505,731 +6.7%
2023	$5,822 -19.4%	$473,998 +10.7%
2022	$7,220 +2.2%	$428,215 +8.8%
2021	$7,064 -3.5%	$393,717 -1.2%
2020	$7,317 -0.8%	$398,531
2019	$7,373	$398,531 +57.8%
2018	--	$252,590 +11.2%
2017	--	$227,216 -0.2%
2016	--	$227,658 +77.9%
2015	--	$127,991 +4.7%
2014	--	$122,212 -1.5%
2012	--	$124,035
2011	--	$124,035 -18.9%
2010	--	$152,920 +55.1%
2009	--	$98,605