Timeless character meets modern comfort in the heart of Historic Smithville. Situated on a beautifully landscaped 0.39-acre corner lot, this meticulously restored 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers over 3,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, complete with a sparkling pool, detached casita, covered patio, and multiple outbuildings that provide exceptional flexibility for entertaining, guests, hobbies, or a home office. Inside, you'll be captivated by 12-foot ceilings, beautifully refinished original hardwood floors, elegant crown molding, classic wall paneling, and spacious formal living and dining rooms that showcase the home's timeless craftsmanship. The updated kitchen opens seamlessly to a warm and inviting family room with striking beamed ceilings, creating the perfect gathering space for everyday living. Designed with flexibility in mind, the home features two primary suites and a secondary kitchen, making it ideal for multi-generational living, extended guests, or added privacy. Upstairs, you'll find two spacious bedrooms and a full bath, including one bedroom with a hidden bonus room tucked behind the closet—a charming surprise that adds even more character. Step outside to your own private backyard retreat featuring a sparkling pool, mature landscaping, and plenty of room to relax or entertain. The detached casita is perfect as a guest house, home office, art studio, or fitness space. An additional outbuilding is already plumbed for a future bathroom, while a separate storage shed and fully fenced parking area with both street and alley access add everyday convenience. Major improvements—including new windows, a new roof, updated HVAC systems, a new water heater, and numerous additional updates—provide peace of mind while preserving the home's historic charm. (Complete list of improvements available upon request.)
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$575,000
300 Mills St, Smithville, TX 78957
4beds
3,052sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1905
0.39 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$188/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Sparkling poolSeparate storage shedStriking beamed ceilingsTwo primary suitesCovered patioSecondary kitchenClassic wall paneling
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Listed by:
Carrie Yeager (646) 522-4901,
Engel & Volkers Austin (512) 328-3939
Source: Unlock MLS,MLS#: 8902786
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Washer
Features
- See Remarks, 2 Primary Suites, Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings, High Ceilings, Crown Molding, French Doors, Interior Steps, Multiple Living Areas, Natural Woodwork, Primary Bedroom on Main
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,052 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Alley Access, Detached Carport
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Arbor, Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Private Yard
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Fencing: Back Yard, Wood, Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.39 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Sprinkler - In-ground
Details
- Additional structures: See Remarks, Pool House, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 15805
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1905
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Burleson
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Smithville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $188/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $535,097
- Annual tax amount: $11,291
- Date on market: 9/1/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $575,000$188/sqft |
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| 9/1/2026 | Listing removed | $575,000$188/sqft |
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| 4/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $575,000+16.2%$188/sqft |
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| 8/29/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/1/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/11/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,200$1/sqft |
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| 5/1/2024 | Price change | $495,000-9.8%$162/sqft |
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| 3/14/2024 | Price change | $549,000-6.2%$180/sqft |
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| 11/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $585,000+30%$192/sqft |
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| 11/3/2021 | Sold | -- |
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| 10/18/2021 | Contingent | $450,000$147/sqft |
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| 8/24/2021 | Pending sale | $450,000$147/sqft |
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| 8/19/2021 | Listed for sale | $450,000+73.1%$147/sqft |
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| 11/23/2015 | Sold | -- |
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| 9/2/2015 | Pending sale | $260,000$85/sqft |
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| 7/20/2015 | Price change | $260,000-5.5%$85/sqft |
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| 7/2/2015 | Price change | $275,000-6.8%$90/sqft |
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| 6/12/2015 | Listed for sale | $295,000-1.7%$97/sqft |
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| 5/11/2015 | Listing removed | $299,999$98/sqft |
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| 3/7/2015 | Price change | $299,999-4.8%$98/sqft |
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| 10/24/2014 | Price change | $315,000-3.1%$103/sqft |
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| 9/27/2014 | Listed for sale | $325,000$106/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,970 -9% | $535,097 -13% |
| 2024 | $10,953 +12.8% | $615,141 +10% |
| 2023 | $9,712 | $559,219 -5.1% |
| 2022 | -- | $589,242 +67.4% |
| 2021 | $7,692 +3.8% | $352,000 +10% |
| 2020 | $7,411 +7.2% | $320,000 +4.2% |
| 2018 | $6,911 | $307,090 +6.5% |
| 2017 | $6,911 +4.1% | $288,314 +1.6% |
| 2016 | $6,642 +12.8% | $283,814 +8.8% |
| 2015 | $5,890 | $260,923 +1.2% |
| 2014 | $5,890 | $257,870 +7.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $239,429 +10% |
| 2011 | -- | $217,663 +2.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $211,813 +9.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $194,008 +2.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $189,037 -2.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $193,504 +10.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $175,783 |
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Neighborhood: 78957
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Smithville
- Middle: Smithville
- High: Smithville
- District: Smithville ISD
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